Beruflich Dokumente
Kultur Dokumente
FOR
COVER-1/4
0 Tender Issue
Rev. Date of Issue Purpose of Issue
PROJECT :
COVER-2/4
This specification document is part of overall Tender Documentation and is to be read in
conjunction with the other parts, including the General Conditions of the Contract, The
particular conditions of the Contract, the Drawings, and other Referred Documents of these
Specifications. The Tenderer should ensure that they have been fully comprehended and
included in the Scope of Works under this Contract.
COVER-3/4
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. General
2. Materials
3. Irrigation
4. SNG System
1. General
2. System Network
1. General
2. Electrical Supply and Distribution
3. Fire Alarm & Voice Evacuation
1. Commercial Specification
2. Technical Specifications
1. General
2. Products
3. Execution
COVER-4/4
SECTION 19
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19.1.01 Site
19.1.03 Definitions
19.1.07 Programme
19.1.15 Safety
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19.2.01 General
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19.1.01 SITE
Unless otherwise specified, all the Plumbing Materials and Equipments shall be
capable of withstanding the following site conditions:
19.1.03 DEFINITIONS
The following terms and abbreviations used in these specifications / drawings shall
mean:
Tender Drawing : The Drawing on which the tender is based and the
schedules therein.
As Built Drawings : This is the true record of the actual work carried- out at
site.
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The scope of works under this contract includes the supply, installation testing and
commissioning of the Plumbing materials, fixtures and equipment as per
specifications drafted in these sections and drawings. The contractor shall provide
complete installation of the project and other associated works such as supporting
structures, ancillary works etc. Brief descriptions of plumbing works are as follows:
Project Specification to be followed as applicable and shall also to comply with QCS.
All materials used shall be as per approved materials, any changes shall have a
written approval by the Engineer.
The installation of the works covered in this section shall be in accordance with this
specification and with the requirements of the relevant authorities, KAHRAMAA
(Water Division) and fire department and to the relevant B.S specification.
i. The equipments shall conform to the British Standard specifications & codes of
practice (current editions including all amendments).
ii. If the Contractor wishes to use materials of installations or equipments other than
the specified ones and conforming to different standards, then a written approval
from the Engineer shall be obtained. However the Engineer reserves the right
for such approval/s.
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iii. Any apparatus, appliance, material or work not shown on the contract drawings
but mentioned in the specification or vice versa, or any incidental accessories or
work necessary to make the work complete and perfect in all respects and ready
for operation, even if not particularly specified shall be supplied and installed or
carried out by the contractor without any additional costs.
iv. Clarification shall be obtained from the Consultant in writing for any such cases
at the tendering stage. In case of any discrepancy arises afterwards during the
construction, the consultants decision shall be final and binding on all such
matters.
vi. It is the responsibility of contractor to study the specification in detail and clear all
doubts or issues that need clarification in order to execute the job. The tender
drawings are guide lines and the contractor must prepare the detailed shop
drawings and get approval from consultant prior to the execution of job at the
site, No delay or any compromise on the specification or quality of work is
accepted on any account.
Any apparatus, appliance, material or work not shown on the contract drawings but
mentioned in the specification or vice versa, or any incidental accessories or work
necessary to make the work complete and perfect in all respects and ready for
operation, even if not particularly specified shall be supplied and installed or carried
out by the contractor without any additional costs.
Clarification shall be obtained from the Engineer in writing for any such cases at the
tendering stage. In case of any discrepancy arises afterwards during the
construction, the Engineers decision shall be final and binding on all such matters.
WATER SUPPLY
The cold water system shall consist of concrete water tank located at the 2nd
basement, which act as the main storage tank fed from Municipality water for the
entire building. Lift pump will be available to transfer water from main storage tank to
roof tanks. Dedicated water supply booster systems with pressure vessel will
distribute domestic water passing thru multimedia water filters. A complete pipe
works shall feed the internal cold water supply distribution network in the building as
shown in the tender drawings.
The Hot water supply to the various sanitary fixtures shall be through Individual
electric water heaters as shown on the tender drawings.
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19.1.07 PROGRAMME
The Contractor shall produce the work program based on CPM (Critical Path Method
or Bar chart, indicating the time required for various activities and operations to
complete the project in time. The following points shall be highlighted in the
Program:
1. Mobilization
2. Drawings and Material Submittals
3. Approvals
4. Equipment Deliveries
5. First Fix
6. Main and Sub-Main Piping Works
7. Second Fix
8. Fixing of Accessories
9. Testing
10. Commissioning and Handing Over
The Plumbing tender drawings related to this project have been listed in the
Schedule of Drawings enclosed with the specifications. The tender drawings have
been prepared to show the tenderer the principal equipment and general
arrangement required for the project.
Drawings do not indicate every detail of the work. It is the Contractors responsibility
to check the positions / locations at site. All dimensions are tentative and shall be
checked with the Architectural and Structural drawings. Any discrepancy shall be
brought to the attention of the Engineer in writing at the time of tender.
Particular attention shall be paid to the positioning of draw offs, valves, and other
accessories, in relation to the Interior finishes and locations of various appliances.
The Contractor is deemed to have studied the services drawings based on all the
local regulations and have included in his prices for all builders work associated with
these drawings.
The contractor shall prepare the working drawings in a scale of 1:50 for plans, 1:5 for
details and 1:200 for site plan, and submit them for the Engineers approval. The
contractor shall project the following in the above drawings:
i. Actual pipework routes boxes indicating the sizes of all branches, bends and
other accessories and fittings.
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iv Levels, Center lines of the pipework installations and the details of supports.
The Main contractor shall produce working drawings for building works required for
the services showing the integration of all the services i.e., Electrical, Mechanical
and Drainage systems.
The Main contractor shall ensure that all the working drawings are properly
coordinated before submitting to the Engineer for approval. All the services shall be
installed in such a manner so as to avoid conflict with each other and maintain the
clearances required between each of them as per the prevailing regulations.
The materials offered for approval shall be strictly in accordance with the
specifications and tender drawings.
The contractor shall submit in triplicate, the technical literature for each item of the
equipment, he intends to use for the project, to the consultant for the necessary
review and approval.
If in case the technical literature is not available, then a sample shall be submitted:
in the absence of either of these, typed technical data shall be submitted duly
supported by telex / letter of the manufacturer for confirmation.
In case of items involving aesthetic, sink taps, Showers, Draw offs etc., samples
must be submitted for approval along with the materials submittals.
Each copy of the submittals shall be numbered and signed with the technical
literature clearly highlighted, indicating the model, type and capacity of the
equipment offered. The consultant shall retain two for copies and return one, either
Approved or Not Approved, to the contractor.
The contractor shall maintain and submit a status report every month, of all the
Materials submittals of the Plumbing Materials & Equipments in the following
proforma to the consultant:
i. Submittal Number
ii. Type of Material
iii. Manufacturer / Local Agent
iv. Date of Approval
v. Date of Order / Order Number
vi. Mode of Delivery ( Air, Land or Sea )
vii. ETA on Site
viii. Status as on date of Report
a. Equipment Supply
All the equipments for the project shall be procured only through the appointed local
agent in Qatar, who shall be the authorized agent and be able to supply the spare
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parts etc., for the items anytime in the future. The contractor shall mark the same
clearly on the submittals (item No. iii. above).
In case of any item/s required to be purchased abroad directly, for valid reasons,
then the contractor shall mention the same in the submittal and obtain approval from
the Engineer specifically.
Each item of equipment shall be delivered to site in sections suitable for installations
in position designated, bearing in mind the location, type of structure, construction
program and the method of access.
c. Design References
Any design, for any of the systems, detailed on the Tender drawings, which requires
amendment or differs from that available at the time of construction, due to the
change in the manufacturers range of production or availability etc., The contractor
shall discuss the matter and obtain a readily available alternative from the Engineer.
Accordingly, the contractor shall make a fresh submittal based on the Engineers
advise and obtain approval to provide the revised system.
The contractor shall inform the Engineer within one week upon receipt of all the
materials at the site and arrange for the inspection of the same. Any material used
at site which is not approved earlier specifically shall stand rejected without notice.
Any item on supply differs from the one shown on the submittal catalogue copy or
the sample submitted will also be rejected at site. In such cases, the contractor shall
make a fresh submittal for the item and obtain approval from the Engineer. Any time
delay caused due to the above shall be on the Contractors account.
The contractor will have to remove the rejected materials from the site and replace
with approved materials at his own expenses. In the event the contractor fails to do
so, the client will have the liberty to carry out such works from other agencies and
debit the ensuing amount to the Contractor.
Materials Storage
The contractor shall be responsible for the safe keeping and storage of the materials
at site and provision of such covering as may be necessary to ensure that on
completion, all items are handed over in sound condition with all protective finishes
undamaged.
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Equipments and Materials used as the basis for the design are listed in the Schedule
of Manufacturers. The tenderer shall submit alternative proposals for any of the
equipment or material for the consultants consideration. Only in case if the specified
item/s are not available due to valid reasons. Only in such cases, the alternatives
will be considered by the consultant, before the tender is accepted and the
consultants decision will be final regarding the matter.
In case the alternatives are accepted, the acceptance of the same will be confirmed
in writing by the consultant. During the execution of the contract, no alternative
equipment, materials or fittings will be permitted other than the approved and the
contractor is fore-warned that any item provided by him which is not up to the
specification, must be replaced at his own expense. In cases where time will not
permit, then such replacements shall be at the clients convenience, but nevertheless
at the Contractors expenses etc.
The locations of Sink taps, showers, draw offs and their piping routes, etc., as
indicated on the tender drawings is tentative and may require some variation to suit
the site requirements. The exact positions must be checked and shown on the
detailed working drawings as indicated on the detailed Architectural drawings and
co-ordinated with furnishing and other services.
19.1.15 SAFETY
The contractor shall maintain all the safety procedures at site to protect man-power
and machinery. The Main Contractor shall provide all the means to achieve the
Safety standards required and protect the manpower, materials and equipments at
any point of time.
The Main contractor shall ensure that the Sub-Contractor appointed for Plumbing
works shall be one of the approved to carryout and maintain such work.
The Contractor shall submit the qualifications and experience particulars of the
Mechanical Engineer, Foreman and technicians (plumbers) to be employed on the
project and obtain approval from the Engineer. Once the approval is obtained, the
contractor shall not replace the staff from site. In case the same becomes
necessary, re-approval should be obtained and the new staff shall continue with the
old staff for a minimum period of 30 days before the later is withdrawn from the site.
In such cases, the proposed replacement personnel shall have a minimum of 5 years
local experience. Any application with less than 5 years of experience will be
rejected by the Engineer.
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The contractor shall obtain all necessary permits prior to commencement of work
and obtain current record drawings of existing services already installed. All
applications for permits etc., shall be made in writing to the authorities, a minimum of
7 days prior to the execution of the work. The Contractor is fully responsible for
obtaining the necessary permits from the authorities for his work site as well as for
any connected works to others.
All statutory permits from Fire, Water and Sewerage Department are secured by the
consultant. The plumbing contractor shall however coordinate all inspection works
and liaise with the State departments regarding all pipework and payment of fees,
etc., when connecting city water mains connections to the mains. The contractor is
required to produce certificates of approval of all materials and equipment by the
relevant authorities when requested by the consultant.
The plumbing contractor shall coordinate connection works of water/sewer and fire to
the city mains with relevant local authorities of works.
Any plant or material which is damaged by any means whatsoever shall not be used
in the works.
Should the contractor wish to rectify such damage in order to utilize the plant or
materials in the permanent works, the matter shall be brought to the attention of the
Engineer, who in turn shall conduct a proper survey after which the necessary
instructions will be issued. Only after obtaining a written permission from the
Engineer, shall any remedial work be carried out.
The protective finishes must be provided on all materials and Equipments used in
this contract to ensure that no deterioration is caused by the interaction of local
climatic conditions. All materials shall be inspected by the contractor or his
representative before shipment to ensure that finishes are in accordance with the
specifications.
The consultant will advise the contractor at the time of commencement of the
contract the list of works that are to be inspected and the contractor shall give the
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consultant the required notice in the required Inspection form, of the date on which
the plant or work will be ready for testing.
The consultant will signify his intention to attend the tests or accept the contractor's
test sheets. The contractor shall supply all the Inspection Forms and Test
certificates in original to the consultant / Client at the time of handing over the
project.
The contractor shall provide Three copies in the form of bound documents the
operating instructions and maintenance manuals indicating the following :
After the working drawings have been approved, no alteration to the drawings shall
be carried out without the consent of the consultant. These changes shall be
supported by sketches and incorporated on the AS-BUILT drawings which are to
be submitted to the consultant within one month of completion of the project.
Two sets of drawing CDs along with three sets of drawings printout shall be
submitted after approval of the consultant for onward submission to the client.
The contractor shall guarantee the entire Plumbing System installed against Faulty /
improper materials and or workmanship for the period of maintenance of 400 days
(Four Hundred) from the date, the installation is tested, commissioned and accepted
by the Engineer. Also where longer guarantee or warranty periods are otherwise
declared, for any equipment or materials such longer terms shall apply.
Materials, workmanship and performance guarantee shall start from the date of the
successful handing over.
The Contractor shall submit a single guarantee for whole of the works, which states
that all parts of the work are in accordance with the contract documents during the
period of maintenance, the contractor shall repair any deficiencies, within 24 hours of
notification at no additional cost to the contract.
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In case if the Contractor fails to attend to any such faults as mentioned above within
the specified time, then the client shall make own arrangements to rectify the fault
but nevertheless at the Contractors expense.
IDENTIFICATION
A. Valves
3. Securely fasten valve tag to valve spindle or handle with a brass chain.
1. Furnish to the Architect three (3) complete framed plastic laminated valve tag
schedules. Schedule to indicate tag number, valve location by floor and nearest
column number, valve size and service controlled.
1. Apply color coded Polyvinyl Chloride pipe bands identifying pipe contents and
direction of flow.
5. Apply bands at exit and entrance points to each vessel, tank or piece of
equipment.
6. Band widths to be 200mm for pipes up to 300mm diameter. Letter heights stating
service to be preprinted on band, 20mm high for 200mm bands.
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7. For insulated pipes, apply bands after insulation and painting work has been
completed.
The Contractor shall carry out the cutting of holes and making them good where
pipes, conduits, cable and cable trays are passing through the walls, floor and roof
slabs as measured in the Bill of Quantities.
The Contractor shall provide cross-over bridges as shown on the drawings. Bridges
details shall be agreed with the Architect and Engineer.
Two sets of builders work drawings shall be submitted to the Engineer for his
approval.
19.2.00 MATERIALS
19.2.01 GENERAL
Hot and Cold water services within the building shall comply with British Standard
code of practice BS 6700: 1987 CP 342 : Part 2 : 1974.
All hot water pipes shall be insulated with manufacturer sleeves and sizes to be same
as the pipe size of PP-R pipes.
All pipe identification, colour coding of flow arrows shall be provided as per ANSI
standards.
All pipe work fittings, valves and other components forming the piping installation
shall be erected such that they can be dismantled and are accessible for repair and
replacement. Where valves and equipment are fitted, unions and flanges shall be
provided as appropriate for the diameter pipe work in order to allow valves and
equipment removal.
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All pipe work shall be erected such that it may be vented and drained satisfactorily.
All low points in the system shall have drain cocks fitted and high points shall have air
bottles or automatic air vents.
All cold and hot water pipes exposed to the sun at roof or inside shafts shall be
insulated with 25mm thick & 64 kg/m3 density fibreglass, weather proof / sun proof
insulation and protective material - aluminium cladding (thickness: 0.85mm).
Contractor to carry out thermal expansion for PP-R pipes subject to temperature
difference.
a. Copper Pipes
All exposed pipe work on roof, basements and inside shafts as well as below ground
piping from the main KAHRAMAA meter valves up to the storage tank shall be
copper pipe to British Standard BS 2871 Part 1 : 1971 Table "X" and all fittings shall
be copper or copper alloy to BS 864 : Part 2 : 1971 and All tube and fittings shall be
stamped with the British Standard kite mark and copper alloy fittings shall carry a CR
mark. The jointing of copper pipe work shall be by means of dezincification resistant
integral solder ring fittings.
All pipes inside the toilets shall be PP-R polypropylene type with authoritys approval
and to be as per standards.
Fittings shall be both welding fittings and metal fittings. All metal inserts shall be in
dezincification resistant brass. Joining between pipes and fittings shall be made by
melting the parts. Locations where pipe is to be connected to equipment, PP-R
fittings with metal insert shall be used.
PIPING SPECIALITIES
A. Water Hammer arresters: Bellows type with stainless steel casing and bellows
pressure rated for 250 PSI tested and certified in accordance with PDI WH 201
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B. Relief valves: Provide proper size for relief valves in accordance with ASME
Boiler and pressure vessel codes, for indicated capacity of the appliances for
which installed.
All pipework, fittings and accessories shall be installed strictly in accordance with the
manufacturer's recommendations and due allowance made for thermal movement.
All pipework, fittings and accessories shall be obtained from one manufacturer only,
who shall be nominated by the contractor in writing and approved by the Engineer
prior to ordering any materials. Materials from different manufacturers shall not be
incorporated into the system. All pipework, fittings and accessories shall be stored in
properly ventilated well supported racked storage sheds.
All pipework shall be erected to present a neat and orderly appearance arranged to
or at right-angles to the structural member of the building, giving maximum
headroom and not obstructing window or doorways. Pipes shall bend round piers,
projections and into recesses forming part of the structural works whether so
indicated on the drawings or not. Pipework shall be erected such that there is a
minimum of 50mm clear below to the finished floor level and at least 25 mm clear to
the finished wall face.
All pipework which is to be insulated shall allow space for each pipe to be insulated
around its whole circumference. Adequate clearance shall be provided between
insulated pipework running together and adjacent to walls and floors. Clearances
between insulation and floor and insulation and wall shall be as for bare pipework.
No joints shall be formed in the thickness of walls, floor slabs or roof slabs. No
pipework shall be chased into floor slabs, roof slabs or walls. During the installation
period open ends of pipework shall be capped off using purpose-made plugs or
blank counter flanges. Pipework shall be kept free of dirt and other foreign debris at
all times.
All pipework fittings, valves and other components forming the piping installation
shall be erected such that they can be dismantled and are accessible for repair and
replacement. Where valves and equipment are fitted, unions and flanges shall be
provided as appropriate for the diameter pipework in order to allow valves and
equipment removal.
All pipework shall be erected such that it may be vented and drained satisfactorily.
All low points in the system shall have drain cocks fitted and high points shall have
air bottles or automatic air vents.
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at the base to withstand the total weight of the riser. Under no circumstances shall
branches from vertical rising pipes be the means of support for the vertical pipework.
All multi runs of pipework within false ceilings or service shafts shall be supported on
purpose designed proprietary brackets suitable for carrying more than one pipe run,
and shall be secured using expanding plugs or other purpose designed fixing
devices. Softwood plugs shall not be allowed. All purpose designed proprietary
brackets shall be submitted to the Engineer for approval prior to ordering.
All Steel hangers and supporting brackets shall be painted with one coat of red oxide
and one coat of Galvanizing paint. The spacing of supports where not specified
must not exceed the spacing given in the following schedules. Where one support
carries more than one pipe diameter the spacing shall be that specified for the
smallest diameter.
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Pipe sleeves shall be supplied where pipework passes through walls, floors, footings
and waterproofed membranes. Sleeves shall be built in the correct locations at the
time required by the main contractor. The inside diameter of all sleeves shall not be
less than 15 mm larger than the outside diameter of the pipe passing through.
Where pipes pass through buried walls or footings, sleeves shall be 25 mm larger
than the outside diameter of the pipe passing through. The space between the pipe
sleeve shall be neatly packed using asbestos string or rope to prevent the passage
of noise, vermin or smoke . Sleeves shall not protrude beyond the finished surface.
Where pipework is exposed to view and passes through wall or floor, chromium
plated copper pipe flanges of the correct pipe diameter shall be fitted.
All valves and stopcocks shall comply with the regulations of the Ministry of
Electricity and Water, Water Department and shall be dezincification resistant.
Valves shall be provided as shown on the drawings and detailed below or similar and
approved. All valves shall be submitted to the Engineer for approval and approval
obtained in writing prior to ordering.
All valves shall be fitted in readily accessible positions. They shall be of even
thickness throughout, clean and smooth from scale. All stuffing boxes shall be
packed with material specially selected and recommended by the manufacturer for
the particular service in which each valve is used.
1. Gate Valves/Servicing valves shall be used for isolation purpose in the service
pipelines. Valves shall be of the same nominal bore as the pipeline in which they
are installed. Gate valve/Servicing valves shall be of bronze construction with
threaded/flanged ends. The bronze valves shall conform to BS5154. Gate valves
shall have screwed ends & bonnet pattern. The valves shall be pressure rated for
16bar & have a BSI kite mark for quality assurance.
2. Check/Non return valves shall be used wherever required to stop the back flow
i.e. as a back flow preventer. Check valves up to 50mm diameter shall be
threaded bronze pattern, spring loaded type with bronze body and PTFE seats
and positive leak tight seals and can be installed in any mounting position
(vertically & horizontally. 65mm diameter and above shall be with flanged end
connections. The bronze NRVs shall conform to BS5154. The valve shall be
pressure rated for 16bar & have a BSI kite mark for quality assurance. All valves
shall be located so as to provide easy access for operation and servicing.
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AB = All Bronze
IBBM = Iron Body Bronze Mount
RS = Rising Stem
NRS = Non-Rising Stem
UB = Union Bonnet
ISB = Inside Screw
SOB = Screw Over Bonnet
OS&Y = Outside Screw and Yoke
ISP = Iron Pipe Size
FL = Flanged
SE = Soldered Ends
All strainers shall be fitted in a readily accessible position and adequate access shall
be allowed for maintenance and cleaning of strainer basket. All strainers shall be
manufactured by specialists and have a stainless steel 80 mesh screen basket.
All drain cocks shall be of the same manufacture and be in accordance with BS
2879. Generally drain cocks shall be provided at all low points in the system and
other points where necessary and as directed by the Engineer.
Float ball valves on the mains shall be of equilibrium type, full bore, 6 bar
medium/high pressure to BS 1212 Part 1. Float ball valves shall be of delayed action
type if specified or shown on drawings. The fixing components and members for
delayed action ball valves shall be stainless steel.
The contractor shall be responsible for the stability of all excavations and any claim
arising from accident or damage to the public, adjoining property or labour on site.
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The contractor shall provide all necessary steel sheeting, timber supports, strutting
and shoring to the complete satisfaction of the Engineer. Any slip or fall shall be
immediately made good by the contractor at his own expense and the contractor
shall take sole responsibility for any claim for damages arising out of inadequate
support of excavations.
All excavation shall be maintained dry and free from water. To achieve this, the
contractor shall, without additional charge, provide all necessary pumping
equipment, sumps, drains and soakaways. The contractor shall also be responsible
for operating, running and maintaining all equipment at all times to ensure
excavations are free from water.
All obstructions shall be broken out and voids and soft spots filled with concrete
grade 15 or as otherwise instructed by the Engineer at the Contractor's expense.
Granular Bedding
Pipework shall be laid on a granular bed with a minimum cover above the crown of
the pipe as follows:
1. Pipe lines 600 mm cover when there is no traffic on the ground above the
pipeline.
2. Pipe lines 1000 mm cover when there is traffic on the ground above the pipe line.
The granular bedding shall comprise grave, stone chippings or crushed stone to
pass 12 mm sieve and be retained on a 5 mm sieve mixed with free draining course
sand, in the ratio of two parts crushed stone or gravel to every one part of sand.
Bedding material shall not contain more than 0.3% sulphate nor shall it be obtained
from locations where 0.1 % sulphate is present in the ground water.
Bedding shall be laid 150 mm deep along the length of the trench and compacted
prior to work commencing on the pipe laying. After pipe laying, inspection and
testing, a further 300 mm of bedding material shall be compacted by hand above the
uppermost crown of the pipe line along its entire length. The bedding material shall
span the entire width of the trench and shall be laid in not more than 150 mm deep
layers, each layer being compacted by hand.
All underground pipelines shall be laid to true levels in straight lines to even
gradients shown on the drawings. Pipeline laying shall not commence until the
Engineer has inspected and approved the granular bed and trench.
Care shall be taken when laying pipes that no bedding material or building debris is
pushed into the barrel of the pipe of fitting.
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Backfilling Excavations
After compaction of granular bed and surround, the trench shall be backfilled using
selected excavated material free from all rocks, large hard objects and builders
debris of greater than 40 mm. Backfilling shall take place immediately after the
specified operations preceding it have been completed and shall be in layers of 150
mm, each fully compacted over the full width of the trench. Power rammers and
vibrators shall be used compact backfilling when the cover over the crown of the pipe
exceeds 0.5 meters.
Underground cold water services shall comply with British Standard Code of Practice
CP 310 : 1965, CP 2010 : Part 1 : 1966 and CP 2010 : Part 3 : 1972.
All thermal insulation shall comply with British Standard BS 5970:1981 and BS
5442:1989.
All domestic hot and cold water pipes which are exposed to sun shall be insulated
and aluminium cladded.
If a deficiency of thickness or any other defects are found, the contractor shall
remove the whole of the insulation installed or as the Engineer directs and then shall
supply, deliver and apply new insulation complying with the specification and restore
it to the satisfaction of the Engineer. This work shall be carried out at the
contractor's own expense.
Thermal insulation shall be applied to all valves, strainers, non-return valves, drain
cocks, automatic air vents and bosses for gauges/test points. Insulation of these
components in the pipework system up to and including 65 mm diameter pipework
shall be carried out using sectional insulation cut to suit and of the same size as the
line pipework.
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No insulation shall be concealed within false ceilings or vertical and horizontal builder
works shafts prior to inspection and approval by the Engineer.
All piping, branching off to fixtures chased in the floors or wells shall be insulated
with 10 mm thick flexible fiberglass insulation covered with plastic tape applied
spirally.
Where exposed to view, the insulation shall be painted with two coats primer and
one finishing coat rubberized paint to an approved colour prior to the fixing of
aluminium bands at 1.2 m centres. The finishing colour shall be to British Standard
BS 1710: 1975, identification of pipelines complete with direction arrows.
Cold water storage tanks shall be manufactured to British Standards and comply
strictly with the Water Department's Regulations of the State of Qatar. The following
tank may be used:
a. Roof Tanks
GRP sectional water tank complete with bolted inspection cover and with gunmetal
pipe connections pre-moulded in position. The tanks shall be suitable for ultra violet
light and comply with the National Water Council of the United Kingdom.
The tanks shall be provided to the capacities, dimensions and locations shown on
the drawing. Each tank is to be fixed on a base, which supports the whole of the
tank. The details of the tank base are to be approved by the Consultant before any
installation work begins.
The tank shall have the following additional components in addition to the
components listed above:
The Contractor shall supply and assemble at Site sectional water tank of hot pressed
moulded GRP insulated panels (Rigid PU Foam) (Glass Reinforced Plastic) of ivory
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grey colour provide with lockable Manhole covers air vent with overflow and all piping
connections. The panels shall comply with BS 7491: part 3: 1994 and shall have
convex shape to assist a complete draining of water of the following characteristics:
Tank shall be protected from direct sunlight and cover to be made to architect
approval.
The tanks shall be provided to the capacities, dimensions and locations shown on
the drawing.
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Water heater shall be thermal - electric, individual constructed from heavy gauge
high carbon steel tank with allaying at 2cm CFC free compact foam insulation and to
be glass-lined. Insulation between inner and outer container shall be of CFC free,
flame retardant pure-foam of minimum 30 mm thickness, according to ISO
standard 3582. Internal surface to be glass lined.
The water heater shall be of pressurized type, horizontal or vertical type above false
ceiling, suitable for a working pressure of 8 bar and tested for 16 bar.
The loading of water heaters shall be 1.0 kW for capacities of 30 litres, 1.5 kW each
for capacities of 50 litres and 2 kW for capacities for 80 litres - 240v, 50 Hz. single-
phase supply. The Water heater shall be complete with pressure relief valve (preset
according to allowed working pressure), non-return valve and temperature gauge.
A packaged multimedia filtration system consists of (duty) filter shall be supplied for
turbidity odour and smell removal as shown in the tender drawing.
Tanks shall be of electric welded pressure vessel quality low carbon steel
construction rated for 100 psig, working pressure and hydrostatically tested at 50%
in excess of the working pressure.
Access opening for tank shall be provided. Support for tanks shall be structural steel
strap legs welded to lower tank head or adjustable jacklegs.
Tank shall be sandblasted internally to white metal, and then coated with 8-10 mils
DFT epoxy polyamide. The exterior surface shall be cleaned and coated with 2-3
mils DFT rust resistant primer.
Upper distribution system shall be of the baffle type to evenly distribute the water
over the entire tank area.
Lower distribution system shall be of a proven design constructed with individual fine
slotted non-clogging polyethylene strainers arranged for even flow distribution
through the resin bed.
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The main operating valve shall be an industrial Automatic Multiport diaphragm type,
slow opening and closing, free of water hammer. The diaphragm assembly shall be
fully guided on its perimeter when pressure actuated from one position to another to
assure a smooth reliable shut-off without sticking. There shall be no contract of
dissimilar metals within the valve and no special tools shall be required to service the
valve.
The manufacturer of the equipment shall manufacture the main operating valve.
Single units shall have an internal automatic by-pass of untreated water during
regeneration. Valve shall have a treated water sampling cock.
An automatic flow controller shall be provided to maintain proper backwash and flush
rates over wide variations in operating pressures and require not field adjustment.
A factory-mounted and wired cycle controller shall incorporate an adjustable time
switch with multiport pilot valve to control all steps of automatic regeneration.
Provision for push-button initiated regeneration shall be included.
All filter media shall be of good quality possessing characteristics of durability, long
life and resistance to attribution and shall not impart taste, odour or colour to the
water being treated. Filter media shall be selected for removing particulates down to
10-micron size.
The granular media (multi-layered) shall consist of three distinct filter layers in
addition to a support layer. Each layer shall be of selected density and particle size
to stratify in the same order following a backwash. The filters layers shall be
stratified with the coarsest layer at the top and the finest layer at the bottom. Particle
retention shall be 10 micron or larger.
The cold-water lifting pump set shall be factory assembled set and shall be of the
multi stage vertical or horizontal type for the duty/standby stated on the drawings and
shall comprise duplicate pumps one run & one standby.
Each pump shall be direct run with drip-proof electric motors. Each pump shall be
provided with isolating valves on each inlet and outlet, together with a strainer on
each suction line and non-return valve fitted on each delivery line. One number
membrane tank of fabricated steel construction housing a removable butyl rubber
bag complete with lock shield gate valve shall be incorporated. 2 Nos. pressure
switch and 2 nos. pressure gauges shall be installed in pipe work.
Automatic control of the pressure set shall be by means of high/low level float
switches located in the high-level storage tanks and pressure switches. The pressure
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switches shall be arranged to start the pressure set to refill the high-level cold-water
storage tank.
A low-level float switch shall be incorporated in the basement level cold-water storage
tank and arranged such that it prevents the pump set operating in the event of no
water. Provision shall also be made within the controls for a duty pump selector
switch. This selector switch shall allow duty pump No. 1 and duty pump NO.2 to be
changed over.
Pump casings shall be manufactured from high-density cast iron to BS 1452 with
stainless steel shafts to BS 970 and high-grade gunmetal or stainless steel impellers
to BS 1400. Pump motors shall be totally enclosed fan cooled, drip-proof squirrel
cage, conforming to British Standards and shall be suitable for continuous operation
in temperatures of 50 deg. C. Motor speed shall not exceed 2990 rpm and shall be
suitable for running in ambient temperatures of 50 deg. C.
The electrical control panel cubicle shall be manufactured from mild steel sheet,
finished in stove enamelled hammer finish and fitted with all motor starter, fuse gear,
door isolator, selector switches, indicator lights and all relays, timers, ELCB, Alarm,
loud-off auto etc. to provide sequence control.
The water transfer pump set shall be a completely packaged factory assembled and
tested unit, complete with all major components, instruments, safety devices, stop-
valves and prewired control panels and all connection pipes and fitting shall be
copper.
The schedules of equipment in the tender drawings are tentative and are intended as
a guide and therefore its is the contractors responsibility to crosscheck the hydraulic
head in conjunction with the equipment being offered and submit the same for
Engineers approval.
The cold-water pressure pump set shall be factory assembled set and shall be of the
multi stage vertical or horizontal VFD type for the duty/standby stated on the
drawings and shall comprise duplicate pumps, one run and one standby.
Each pump shall be direct run with drip-proof electric motors. Each pump shall be
provided with isolating valves on each inlet and outlet, together with a strainer on
each suction line and non-return valve fitted on each delivery line. One number
membrane tank of fabricated steel construction housing a removable butyl rubber
bag complete with lock shield gate valve shall be incorporated. 2 Nos. pressure
switch and 2 nos. pressure gauges shall be installed in pipe work.
Automatic control of the pressure set shall be by means of pressure switches. The
pressure switches shall be arranged to the primary water at the desired pressure.
A low level float switch shall be incorporated in the cold water storage tanks and
arranged such that it prevents the pump set operating in the event of no water.
Provision shall also be made within the controls for a duty pump selector switch. This
selector switch shall allow duty pump No. 1 and duty pump NO. 2 to be changed
over. Pump casings shall be manufactured from high-density cast iron to BS 1452
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with stainless steel shafts to BS 970 and high-grade gunmetal or stainless steel
impellers to BS 1400. Pump motors shall be totally enclosed fan cooled, drip-proof
squirrel cage, conforming to British Standards and shall be suitable for continuous
operation in temperatures of 50 deg. C. Motor speed shall not exceed 2990 rpm and
shall be suitable for running in ambient temperatures of 50 deg. C.
The electrical control panel cubicle shall be manufactured from mild steel sheet,
finished in stove enamelled hammer finish and fitted with all motor starter, fuse gear,
door isolator, selector switches, indicator lights and all relays, timers, ELCB, Alarm,
etc. to provide sequence control.
Wherever is required even not shown on the tender drawing, it is the contractors
responsibility to provide the system - a pressure reducing valve(s) if the distribution
system available pressure is above in relation to the fixture pressure requirement
being offered.
This is to prevent damaged and leaks that may cause and fault that may arise due
to over pressure since note that location of fixtures are installed in different levels
throughout the building. Maximum operating pressure should be 45 psi.
The Contractor shall supply and install all equipment and pipes, valves, electrical
connections and all the related works to the swimming pool including testing and
commissioning for the complete equipment/ systems as shown on the tender
drawings.
Swimming pool equipment / systems
Filtration System
Circulating Pumps
Pool Accessories
Over Flow Grating System
Under Water Lights
Chemical Treatments
Heat pumps
Control Panel
Balancing Tanks
All pipework, fittings and storage tanks shall be sterilized starting with the external
water supplies, storage tanks and finally the water distribution system.
No sterilization shall be carried out until the system has been flushed out and
approval received in writing from the Engineer to commence sterilization.
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The following procedure shall be adopted for sterilization of the water distribution
systems:
c. Starting with the draw-off point nearest the cold water storage tank, each draw-
off point shall be opened until chlorine odour is present at each draw-off.
d. When all draw-off points have discharged chlorinated water, the cold water
storage tanks shall be recharged adding sufficient sterilization chemical to give
the correct concentration of 1-2 parts per million of chlorine. The system shall
then remain charged for a minimum period of one hour.
f. Drain down all storage tanks and pipework, flushing out tank and pipework, and
run the system clean prior to retesting of the water to ensure no residual chlorine
is present.
g. Finally a sample of tank water shall be taken to the Water Department for testing.
The results of these tests shall be forwarded to the Engineer for his approval.
The contractor having ensured that water, electricity and other necessary supplies
are available, shall set to work the completed works or part thereof, at the instruction
of the Consultant and make the necessary adjustments to ensure correct
functioning.
After the installation or part thereof has been set to work and adjusted, the contractor
shall demonstrate its operation, at a time selected by and to the satisfaction of the
Consultant. Test shall be in accordance with British Standard Code of Practice BS
6700 : 1997.
a. That equipment provided complies with the specification in all particulars and is
of adequate capacity for its full rates of duty.
b. That all items of plant and equipment operate sufficiently quietly to meet the
specified requirements.
c. That all instruments, protection and control devices, etc., are correctly calibrated
and accurate.
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d. That all water systems are properly balanced, vented, and operates satisfactorily
under test pressure.
The details of method of carrying out the recording of tests shall be agreed with the
Consultant. The Client's representative and the consultant shall be at liberty to be
present at test and to participate in the tests. This shall not relieve the contractor of
his responsibilities for carrying out the tests satisfactorily.
The contractor shall make all the records during the tests and on completion thereof,
shall provide the Consultant with a test report and record both in triplicate.
The contractor shall also provide all test instruments, together with skilled
supervision and adequate labour for carrying out the tests.
All pipework services shall be subjected to a test of 500 kN/m2 or one and half times
working pressure whichever is the greater, for not less than 24 hours.
Where pipework is tested in sections, all valves shall be blanked off temporarily
using plugs or blank flanges. The valve wedge shall not be used to retain the water.
The pipe work services shall be charged with water allowing all air to escape and
avoiding shock or water hammer. The test pressure gauge shall be mounted within
the pipework system with a loop and cock and shall be calibrated such that the test
pressure falls above its mid-range.
The contractor shall carry out his own test first to ensure there are no leaks prior to
requesting the Consultant to witness the test. The witnessed test shall be
maintained for a minimum of 4 hour without measurable loss and without further
pumping.
Pipework main laid in ground shall be tested for 24 hours and leakage shall be
measured by the quantity of water pumped into the main under test. Leakage shall
not exceed five litres per 25 mm of pipe diameter per 1750 meter length of pipe for
33 meters head pressure in a period of 24 hours.
The Consultant shall witness all pipework tests. The contractor shall give the
Consultant a minimum of 24 hours notice of all tests. The contractor shall also
provide test sheets set out in an agreed manner of each pipework section to be
tested
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3. Valves PEGLER UK
CONEX UK
CRANE UK
HATTERSLY UK/ CHINA
ECONONOSTO NETHERLAND
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PART 1 - GENERAL
1.01 DESCRIPTION
The scope of work shall be read in conjunction with the contract material
specifications, contract drawings and installation details and it includes but not limited
to the following:
A. The contractor shall prepare the shop drawings showing but not limited to The
Main line, Laterals, solenoid valves, control wires route and numbers, Irrigation
Controllers, integrated dripper lines, on line drippers, Bubblers and flush valves.
B. The contractor shall submit for client approval the technical information and
samples of the material he intends to use which should be in accordance with the
material specifications of this project.
C. The contractor shall commission the irrigation system upon completing the work
and then shall be handed over.
D. The contractor and upon completing the work shall provide the client with four
original sets of As-Built drawings accurately reflecting the executed works and
installation details.
E. The contractor shall upon completing the works provide the client with detailed
Operation and Maintenance Manuals (With applicable Arabic translations) in four
originals. The manuals shall include but not limited to; complete and marked
literature of all products used on the project and its reordering part numbers. It
shall also include a list of the recommended spare parts for a period of 5 years. It
shall include original print of the As Built drawings.
F. The client prior to issuing the Project Handing Over Certificate shall approve the
As-Built Drawings and the Operation & maintenance Manual.
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BS: CP312 - Code of Practice for Plastics Pipe work (Thermoplastic Materials) of a
uPVC Pipe work and Fittings
BS: 1780 - Specification for bourdon tube pressure and vacuum gauges.
BS: 3505 - Specification for uPVC pressure pipes for cold potable water.
BS: 4346 - Joints and fittings for use with uPVC pressure pipes.
BS: 5150 - Specification for cast iron wedge and double disk gate valves for
general purposes.
BS: 5154 - Specification for copper alloy globe, globe stop and check, check and
gate valves for general purposes
1.05 SUBMITTALS
A. Shop Drawings - The contractor to prepare the project shop drawings in 6 sets
which to be approved by the client representative prior to commencing installation
work. The shop drawings shall show but not limited to valves, control wires route
and numbers and controllers location
B. Products The contractor shall submit for client approval prior to commencing
installation works; the products he intends to use with all technical details and
literature in accordance with the specifications below.
D. As-Built Drawings- The contractor shall submit 6 sets of the complete project as-
built drawings reflecting the actual site installation.
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PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.01 GENERAL
B. All primary distribution pipe fittings shall be solvent welded uPVC 16 bar
E. Fittings
1. All uPVC fittings shall be ISO/DIN Specification and have a minimum rating of
16 kg/cm2 at 20 degree C Fittings shall be suitable for use with the above
specified pipes. Where uPVC flanges are required these shall be drilled to
NP16 as detailed in BS 7622 and BS 4772. All fittings above 160 mm shall be
fusion bonded epoxy coated ductile iron or cast flanged GRP. The Contractor
shall use only fittings that are approved by the Engineer. All nuts and bolts
shall be 316 stainless steel.
1. uPVC cement and thinner shall be of the type approved by the Engineer. All
cans of solvent and primer shall have labels intact and shall be stamped with the
date of manufacture and shelf life. No cans with an expired shelf life will be
permitted. Joints compound for threaded connections shall be PTFE tape or
approved equal thread sealant.
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in English and Arabic stamped in black letters and repeated at maximum intervals
of two meters.
1. Flexible Pipes for irrigation on line drippers shall be in the required sizes as
shown on the drawings and B.O.Q extruded from linear low density
polyethylene version raw material. Pipes shall be resistant to algae and
ultraviolet deterioration with Carbon Black content not less than 2.25 %.
The sprinkler shall be equipped with an adjustable arc (1-360 ) nozzle discharging
4.3 gpm, for the full circle and it shall be available in sizes to cover up to a radius of
17 feet at a pressure of 25 psi.
The sprinkler nozzle shall automatically adjust the flow depending on the arc setting
in order to have a matched precipitation rate. It shall be an integral part of the riser
assembly that can not be removed, and has the ability to open fully to allow flushing.
It shall have grooves on the inner surface to allow dirt to go out of the nozzle easily.
The sprinkler shall have radius reduction capability by means of a stainless steel, arc
and radius adjustment screw. It shall also be possible to adjust arc and radius from
the top of the riser assembly, using an adjustment key. This adjustment shall be
possible in all the phases of installation (before and after installation, while static and
while operating).
The sprinkler shall have an inlet screen of length not less than 100 mm. It shall have
30 mm exposed diameter after installation. The body and riser of the sprinkler shall
be constructed of non-corrodible, heavy duty A.B.S The sprinkler shall accept a drain
check valve, installed in the field from in the base of the riser to prevent drainage.
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The sprinkler shall be of the gear-driven, closed case rotary type, capable of
covering a 14 (meter) radius at 50 PSI with a discharge rate of 5.5 GPM. The
sprinkler shall have a patent gear drive reversing mechanism.
The sprinkler shall be available with eight standard nozzles discharging from 0.9 to
8.2 GPM or four low-angle nozzles discharging from 1.6 to 4.7 GPM.
The sprinkler shall have a FloStop feature that will enable the user to stop the
water flow through an individual sprinkler head. The sprinkler shall have a constant
rotation speed irrespective of the nozzle installed. It shall have a minimum of 4-inch
(100-mm) pop-up stroke to bring the rotating nozzle turret into a clean environment.
The sprinkler shall have a thick rubber cover firmly attached to the top of the
sprinkler riser. It shall be equipped with a drain check valve to prevent low head
drainage, and be capable of checking up to 10 feet (3, 0 m) in elevation change.
The sprinkler shall have an overall height of 19 cm. The sprinkler shall have a 3/4-
inch Female National Pipe Thread (FNPT) inlet. The sprinkler shall be serviceable
after installation in the field by unscrewing the body cap, removing the riser
assembly, and extracting the inlet filter screen.
The dripper line shall consist of a ultra violet resistant low density Linear
polyethylene tube with internal pressure compensating continuously self cleaning
integral flat drippers welded to the inside of wall of the tube at the specified spacing
as an integral part of the tubing assembly.
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The dripper shall be constructed of plastic with a hard plastic diaphragm retainer and
a self cleaning EPDM diaphragm extending the full length of the dripper. It shall have
an inlet filter raised from the wall of the tubing. It shall have the ability to
independently regulate discharge rates with a constant flow at an inlet pressure of 7-
70 psi.
The drippers shall have a manufacturers coefficient of variability (CV) of 0.03 or less.
The dripper discharge shall be 0.4, 0.61, or 0.92 gph utilizing a combination turbulent
flow/reduced pressure compensation cell mechanism and an EPDM diaphragm to
maintain uniform discharge rates. It shall also be continuously self-cleaning during
operation and under pressure and have a flow exponent X = 0 and a Kd of 1.3.
The dripper flow shall not be affected by temperature up to 60 degrees Celsius and
shall not have a spike at start up.
The dripper line shall have a 7 years guarantee against solar radiation and 5 years
warranty against manufacturing defects.
The dripper shall be single outlet and it shall have a fixed flow of 24 Liters per Hour
(6.34 Gallons per Hour) for a pressure range of 7-60 psi.
The dripper shall have an independent pressure compensation mechanism with dual
regulation having an EPDM diaphragm and a turbulent flow labyrinth path. It shall be
continuously self-cleaning during operation and under pressure.
The dripper shall have a flow path of the following dimensions: depth 0.057, width
0.053, and length 0.59.It shall have no emission spike at low pressure start ups of 7
PSI. It shall also be provided with a built-in anti-siphon mechanism to prevent suction
of external impurities.
The drippers shall have the Anti-Leak mechanism to prevent water draining out of
the dripper at a pressure of 7 PSI. It shall have a barbed inlet having an inlet filter.
The dripper shall have a Coefficient of Manufacturing Uniformity (CV) 0.03 or less.
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The dripper shall be single outlet and it shall be available with a flow of 4, and 8
Liters per Hour (LPH) and shall be of the pressure compensating and continuously
self-cleaning type.
The dripper shall have an independent pressure compensation mechanism with dual
regulation having an EPDM diaphragm and a turbulent flow labyrinth path.
The dripper shall have a uniform flow rate at a pressure range of 7-60 psi and shall
have no flow emission spike at start up low pressure of 7 PSI.
The dripper shall have a built in anti-siphon mechanism to prevent suction of external
impurities with the need of dust cap. It shall have the Anti-Leak mechanism to
prevent water draining out of the dripper at a pressure of 7 PSI.
The dripper shall have a nipple outlet with colour coded cap to identify flow for each
type.
It shall have a barbed inlet having an inlet filter.
The dripper shall have a Coefficient Of Manufacturing Variation (CV) 0.03 less.
BUBBLERS
The bubbler shall be of the pressure compensating type having a fixed flow under a
pressure range of 20 to 90 PSI. It shall be constructed of corrosion and UV resistant
plastic material.
The bubbler shall have an integral electrometric flow bushing to maintain a constant
flow at different pressure range.
The bubbler shall have a plastic screen filter to protect it from debris that could be
available in the water. It shall have a inch female threaded inlet (FNPT) for
connection to a inch male threaded riser.
The bubbler shall be available in 0.25, 0.5, 1.0 and 2.0 GPM flow rates. The bubbler
shall carry a two years warranty
VALVES
The electrical solenoid valves shall be of the globe type normally closed,
electronically actuated, diaphragm operated.
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The valve shall be equipped with an internal filter as well with a self-cleaning
metering rod, so only clean water can enter the solenoid chamber. A filter cleaning
system, that continuously cleans the filter when the valve is operating, shall be
available.
The valve shall be equipped with a flow control mechanism with handle, which
regulates the flow from full on to completely off. It shall have an accurate set
pressure regulator, to keep the downstream pressure constant after setting it. The
regulator shall be of the top dial model with clearly shown pressure values in bars
and PSI. It shall regulate the flow at a pressure range of 20 to 100 PSI.
The valve shall be available in 1, 1.5, 2 and 3 inch size and it shall have a BSP
female thread inlet and outlet. It shall accommodate a flow rate from 0.1 gpm (1size)
to 200 gpm (2size)
The valve shall have a 24 volts 60 cycle solenoid with a 370 mA in-rush current and
190 mA holding current.
The solenoid shall be an encapsulated, one-piece unit with a captive plunger. The
Valve shall be equipped with a manual internal bleed only giving the capability to
release the upper chamber water to the downstream piping, allowing the valve to
open. No external bleed shall be available
The electrical solenoid valves shall be of the globe type normally closed, 3 way
hydraulic type electronically actuated, diaphragm operated.
The valve shall be controlled with a hydraulic control signal. It shall be equipped to
operate with a Radio Valve Actuator. The actuator shall be designed and the same
manufacturer of the Irrigation Central Control System.
The Valve diaphragm shall be made of EPDM, highly resistant to chemicals and
fertilizers.
The internal pilot shall have a large full bleed path to allow the valve working with low
quality Treated Sewage Effluent water without any clogging.
The valve shall be equipped with a flow control mechanism with handle, which
regulates the flow from full on to completely off. It shall have an insert able field
installed pressure regulating module, to ensure constant downstream pressure.
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The valve shall be available in 1.5 and 2 inch size and it shall have a BSP female
thread inlet and outlet.
The valves shall accommodate a flow rate from 0.4 gpm to 150 gpm with a pressure
loss of 4.4 psi at 105 gpm flow in the 2 hydraulic globe valve, and 7.1 psi in the
1.5size.
The Control Valve shall be made of epoxy coated cast iron. It shall be of the
hydraulic type with 3-way pilot design. The electric version shall be operated by 5
watts electric solenoid actuator.
The valve shall be of the flow through design with the diaphragm used as the direct
sealing surface. It shall be fully serviceable in place without removal from the line.
The valve shall have a minimum pressure rating of 200 psi. The only moving parts
inside the valves shall be the diaphragm and the spring. The valve diaphragm shall
be of natural rubber and it shall be available in nitrile and EPDM
The valve shall be available in sizes 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 16, 18and 20.
The Valve shall be made of PVC material rated at 8 bars and of hydraulic type. It
shall be of available in 3 inch and 4 sizes.
The inlet and outlet connections of the valve shall be of the solvent weld type. The
valve shall be of the flow through design, and of the diaphragm direct closing type
which will allow very low friction loss at high flows.
The valve shall be of the normally closed type with a normally open 3-way solenoid
24VAC installed from outside. It shall be operated manually by means of a three-way
selector knob.
The internal parts of the valve shall be only a natural rubber diaphragm and a spring.
The valve shall be serviceable in place just by unscrewing and removing the top. It
shall also have the possibility of adding controls such as pressure regulation,
pressure sustaining, etc.
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The valve shall be of the flow through design with the diaphragm used as the direct
sealing surface. It shall be fully serviceable in place without removal from the line
and shall have a minimum pressure rating of 200 psi.
The valve shall have a pressure pilot for the adjustment of the pressure setting. It
shall immediately open fully when the network pressure exceeds the set pressure.
The valve shall close slowly as the network pressure drops in order to prevent shock
to the system and the on/off cycling of the pump.
The valve shall also be available in sizes 3, 4, 6, and 8 with flanged connections.
Check Valves
The valve shall be of constructed of Aerospace quality composite and stainless steel
(SAE 303) materials, 100% non-corrosive. It shall allow flow in one direction by the
action of a spring loaded flap which closes against a rubber seal. The spring and the
flap shall be connected via a moment arm in order to ensure that the spring pressure
is maximum when the valve is closed.
The valve shall have a pressure rating of 16 bars. It shall have an external position
indicator that may be made electric for signaling a control system.
Air relief valves shall be of the sizes shown on the Drawings and shall be of the
kinetic/automatic type that will automatically release air when the lines are being
filled with water and when air entrapment occurs while the system is working.
The Valves shall be of the 2size with plastic or brass male base. The body of the
valve shall be constructed heavy duty plastic.
The Air Release valve shall employ rolling seal mechanism made of EPDM and shall
remain open even when pipeline air pressure reaches 10 psi.
The automatic line end flush valve shall allow for temporary, automatic flushing of
irrigation lateral lines during pressurization of the system.
The valve shall be designed in a way that it will not close prematurely at high
pressure. It shall allow for disassembly for servicing. It shall have a operating
pressure range of 15 to 57 psi.
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(R-03, R-17, R-46, R-15, R-05, R-43 AND MU-P04)
ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VOLUME 03 SECTION 19
The connection of the valve shall be either inch male thread or 17 mm insert.
The valve shall be operated by a 90 turn in clockwise direction with reverse turn for
closure and be capable of 360-swivel action.
The Valve Body shall be made from brass material and have the two-section type
with removable upper body. It shall be supplied with spring loaded locking cover
made from thermoplastic rubber. The cover spring shall be of stainless steel
material.
Gate Valves
Gate valves shall be designed for a working pressure of not less than 10 bar and
water operating temperature of 45 C.
Valves shall be the same size as the incoming line size with a clear waterway equal
to the full nominal diameter of the valves and shall be opened by turning counter
clockwise.
The operating nut or wheel shall have an arrow cast in valve indicating the direction
of opening.
Valves smaller than 3 shall be all bronze or brass conforming to BS 5154 with
screwed and connections. Valves 3 and larger shall be cast iron body, and shall
conform to BS 5150 with flange end connections.
Valve Boxes
The valve boxes shall have enclosures, which are injected molded polyofin plastic
with ultra violet additives, according to ASTM-D-V1248. It shall be light in weight with
reduced side angles and increased break resistance.
The valve boxes shall be available in sizes 910, 1015, 1320, 1324 depending on
installation requirements as per scope of work, specifications and drawings.
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The irrigation control cables shall be used between the solenoid valves and the
irrigation controllers. The cables shall be of the single conductor type UF and they
shall be engineered for direct burial use.
The wires shall be of the solid or stranded construction with soft bare copper
conductor. They shall have extra heavy thickness of special polyvinyl chloride
insulation highly resistant to the saline, acid or alkaline contaminants.
The copper conductors of the wires shall meet the requirements of ASTM B-3, B-8.
The thermoplastic insulation shall meet ASTM D-2219. All irrigation wires shall have
surface printing on insulation.
Irrigation Controllers
The controller shall be of a modular design with a standard 8-station model. There
shall be an insert able add-on 4 station and 8 station modules that enable the
controller to be customized from 8 stations up to 48 stations in 4 or 8 stations
increments.
The controller shall have three independent programs (A,B,C) with 8 start times per
program and one program (D) that can run concurrently with the other programs.
Watering time shall be available from 1 minute to 2 hours in 1-minute increment per
station in programs A, B and C and from 1 minute to 12 hours in program D.
The controller shall have 4 weekly schedule options to choose from: 7-day calendar,
31 days calendar, odd days programming and even days programming.
The controller shall also have a 365 days calendar clock to accommodate true odd
even watering. All programming shall be accomplished by use of a programming dial
and selection buttons with user feedback by LCD display.
The controller shall have a cycle and soak scheduling capability that allows a cycle to
be programmed for up to 60 minutes and a soak period up to 60 minutes.
The controller shall have a seasonal adjust feature that allows for station run times to
be changed from 10% to 150% in 10% increments to compensate for weather
changes.
The controller shall be equipped with a programmable pump circuit that can activate
the pump start relay by zone. It shall have a programmable delay between valve
stations.
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Programs backup shall be provided by a non-volatile memory circuit that will hold the
program, time and date indefinitely.
The controller shall have a Stainless Steel cabinet and it shall be pedestal mounted.
The pedestal shall be stainless steel.
The controller shall be compatible with a programming kit (SRP) that transfer the
irrigation program from a personal computer and upload them into the memory of the
controller.
The filtration system shall consist of a disc filter Battery having 2 or more 4units
depending on the flow and the water quality as specified on the drawings. Each unit
shall be capable to filter 415 gpm of average quality water.
Each filtration unit shall have 5 Nos. 3 disc filter elements enclosed in Anodized
Aluminium Housing with Stainless steel Clamp and EPDM O-ring seals.
The filter elements shall be of the grooved disc design providing both surface and
depth filtration in a compact package.
The grooved discs shall be fitted on a spine in a way that when the filter fills with
filtrate the ring compress to prevent the outflow water. They shall be manufactured
and laser cut so the width of each groove shall be constant from inside to out.
The grooves in the disc shall be cut at an angle so that the grooves on the upper disc
shall intersect with those on the lower disc.
The filter battery shall be equipped with a fully automatic backwash mechanism
consisting of 4x 3 backwash valves and a backwash controller.
During the backwash process the discs of the elements shall spin under the water
pressure coming out from the outlets of the spine to ensure complete cleaning of the
discs.
The maximum operating pressure shall be 10 bars and the minimum pressure at the
battery outlet shall be 3.5 bars
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PART 3 EXECUTION
3.01 PROTECTION
B. Work and materials shall be protected from damage during storage, handling and
construction. Particularly, non-metallic pipes and fittings shall be protected from
direct sunlight during storage. Facilities of the necessary dimensions shall be
provided and maintained for storage of all non-metallic irrigation materials in their
entirety. All non-metallic materials shall be handled carefully and stored under
cover to avoid damage. Pipes that have been damaged or dented will not be
used in this work.
D. Openings into the system, apparatus and equipment shall be securely covered,
both before and after being set in place, to prevent obstruction in the pipes and
the breakage, misuse or disfigurement of the apparatus or equipment.
E. Barricades, guards, warning signs and lights as necessary or required, for the
protection of the public and the work force shall be provided.
F. Utilities: The location of existing underground utilities shall be determined and the
works performed in a manner which will avoid possible damage. Hand exca-
vation, as required shall be carried out to minimize the possibility of damage to
existing underground utilities.
3.02 PERFORMANCE
1. The Contractor shall stake-out the locations of all pipe and valves and the layout
of work as accurately as possible.
2. The Contractor shall verify all horizontal and vertical site dimensions prior to
staking.
3. The Contractor will be responsible for relocating any existing services after first
obtaining the Engineer's approval. The Contractor shall remove and relocate
such services, at his own expense, if so directed by the Engineer.
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4. Before starting work on irrigation systems, the Contractor shall carefully check all
grades to determine that work may safely proceed, keeping within the specified
material depths.
3.03 INSPECTION
The Contractor shall inspect all products for damage immediately before installation.
Any products that are found to be damaged or not in accordance with the
specifications shall immediately be repaired or removed from the site and replaced.
Repairs shall not be undertaken without the Engineer's approval of Contractor's
proposed action.
3.04 INSTALLATION
B. In bedding and backfilling granular material shall be used below and above the
pipes. The back fill material shall be free of stones bigger than
2. However, where the bottom of the irrigation line will be at least 0.3 meters
above the top of the sewer pipe, the irrigation line shall not be laid closer
horizontally than 1.5 meters from the sewer.
3. Where irrigation lines cross under gravity-flow sewer lines, the sewer pipe
shall be fully encased in concrete, for a distance of at least 3.0 meters each
side of the crossing or shall be made of pressure pipe with no joint located
within 1.0 meters horizontally of the crossing.
4. Irrigation lines shall, in all cases, cross 0.6 meter above sewage pressure
mains.
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VOLUME 03 SECTION 19
6. Header mains shall be direct buried in sand in the landscaped areas only.
1. Pipes shall not be laid in water or when trench conditions are otherwise
unsuitable for the work. Water shall be kept out of the trench until the material
in the joints has hardened or until caulking or jointing is completed. When
work is not in progress, open ends of the pipe, fittings, and valves shall be
securely closed so that no substance will enter the pipes or fittings.
2. Pipe ends left for future connections shall be valved, plugged or capped, and
anchored, as shown or as directed. Pipes that have the grade or joint
disturbed after laying shall be taken up and relaid.
3. All piping with the exception of the flexible irrigation drip line shall be
surrounded by a sand bed to the dimensions as shown on the Drawings.
G. Plastic Pipes
These shall be installed in accordance with BS 8010: Part 1 and the Manufacturer's
recommendations. Pipes with threaded joints shall be snaked from side to side of the
trench to allow for expansion and contraction.
H. Jointing
J. Irrigation piping from the remote control valve boxes to the end of the irrigation
drip lines shall be buried to the depths as shown on the Drawings.
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2. Flushing: All pipes and tubing shall be thoroughly flushed out before
installation of the emitter control valves. Butt joints, fittings and connections
shall remain visible.
a. The top of all boxes shall be set parallel with the grade and as detailed
in a neat and orderly fashion.
d. Valve boxes shall not rest on or come in contact with the valve, piping,
hose or conduit.
iii. It shall be located on inlet side of box with bottom of letter aligned
with outer edge of box.
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iv. A soak away 500 mm deep shall be provided under all valve boxes
using clean crushed aggregate 20 - 30 mm nominal size.
N. Control System
1. Irrigation Controller:
O. Irrigation - Electrical:
1. The Contractor shall provide, install, test and commission all items of
electrical equipment associated with the irrigation systems.
2. All electrical works shall be in accordance with the BS and IEC, and as further
specified in Sections under Division 16.
3. The irrigation system shall commence at the controllers which shall be fitted
into a dwarf type distribution cabinet with solar shade and shall have a bolting
down foot for mounting on a pre-formed concrete base. All incoming and
outgoing cables shall be from below ground level. The cabinet shall have a
hinged lockable opening door to provide full front access to the controller and
equipment and shall be sized according to the equipment being installed.
4. All equipment, conductors, termination, etc., within the pillar and throughout
the irrigation system generally shall be fully insulated such that there are no
live parts or connections exposed and shall be to the complete satisfaction of
the Engineer.
5. The irrigation pillar shall have sufficient free space for fitting a kWh meter
together with any additional equipment or accessories required to complete
the equipment.
6. Each irrigation pillar shall have permanently fixed on the inside of the door, a
distribution diagram showing all circuits connections, ratings, cable sizes, etc.,
together with a current controller schedule.
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7. All terminals shall be of the crimped spade type with insulated grip. At all
connection locations 150 mm of "slack" shall be provided.
8. Conductor markers shall be used throughout which shall clearly indicate the
circuit reference or number. These shall be white plastic with black letters or
numbers and of the type which acts as a sleeve over the conductor insulation.
9. Connections onto valves shall be made in a below ground PVC resin filled
moulded waterproof connector with integral wire clamp.
1. Drip lines shall be carefully uncoiled and laid in position without kinking. Any
kinked section shall be cut from the line and subsequently rejoined with a line
joiner section.
2. Drip lines shall be snaked as required for maximum coverage without the use
of compression fittings. Sharp bends shall be avoided where there is a
likelihood of causing kinks in the line.
3. Drip lines shall be laid on the ground surface for a minimum of 48 hours prior
to the installation of irrigation emitters or stakes.
4. After this period the drip lines shall be realigned and secured to the ground
with stakes at 5 m intervals.
Q. Concrete Pads:
4. The anchor bolts shall be set in coordination with enclosure hole locations.
R. Pumps:
1. Installation:
2. Fabrication:
a. All like parts of same type pumps fabricated by the same manufacturer
shall be interchangeable.
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c. All castings shall be clean without defect. Casting repairs shall be done
only after agreement is reached between the Engineer and the
Contractor.
d. All foundry and machine work shall be in accordance with good practice
for the class of work involved.
e. All parts shall conform to the required dimensions and shall be free from
defects that will prevent proper functioning of the pump.
h. Pump exterior shall be sprayed with PVC epoxy primer and shall be
painted to meet specific application requirements in accordance with
pump manufacturer's standard practice.
3. Shop Testing:
b. All pumps shall be hydrostatically tested for leaks at 1.5 times the design
pressure. There shall be no leakage during the one-hour test period.
A. Purging:
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4. Water shall be introduced into lines to be tested at full operating head and the
water flow at end discharge point, and observed until all air and residual debris
has been expelled from the line.
1. Individual parts of the main network between isolation valve points having a
length not greater than 500 meters shall be tested together with dead legs before
backfilling operation.
2. Test shall be made only after completion of the above operations and not until at
least seven days after the last concrete thrust anchor block has been cast.
3. Contractor shall supply all testing material and equipment, including all caps,
valves, pumps, tanks and gauges as required.
4. Pressure gauges shall be dual reading in bar and psi units. Calibration shall be
such that accurate determination of potential pressure loss can be ascertained.
5. The section of the main pipeline to be tested shall be filled with potable water and
all air expelled. After the main pipeline has been completely filled, the pressure
shall be steadily and gradually increased until the specified test pressure has
been reached. Simultaneous pressure and leakage tests and separate pressure
test shall be made at 150 % of working pressure at the point of test, but not less
than 125% of normal working pressure at highest elevation. Separate elevation
test shall be made at 150 % of normal working pressure of the segment tested.
Duration of simultaneous pressure and leakage tests shall be 2 hours and
duration of separate pressure tests shall be 1 hour. All testing shall comply with
AWWA M23-80, Polyvinyl Chloride Pipe Design and Installation. A graph shall be
produced showing water input against time and the test shall run until the graph
curve flattens out. Testing shall comply with AWWA specifications and
requirements.
6. Separate tests shall be applied to the lateral distribution pipe work and the
irrigation pipe work from the remote control valves outwards. Test pressures for
these shall be as described above.
7. When testing the irrigation lines from the valves, discharge devices shall be
replaced with temporary plugs or caps.
8. All trenches with pipe installed shall be immediately backfilled with preliminary
sand backfill sufficient to prevent arching or slipping under pressure. All joints,
fittings and connections are to remain exposed until successful completion of
hydrostatic testing.
9. Other than for preliminary sand backfill over pipes, no work shall be covered
before it has been inspected, tested and approved by the Engineer.
10. During the tests, all exposed couplings, fittings and valves shall be carefully
examined for defects and leakage. Leaking pipes, couplings, joints, fittings and
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11. Upon receipt of approval of the Engineer to proceed, the remaining backfill shall
be placed and compacted to ninety percent (90%) of maximum dry density. For
further details refer to Section 02221 - TRENCHING, BACKFILLING,
COMPACTION AND GENERAL GRADING.
C. Final System Test: The tests as specified above shall be repeated for the entire
network after pipelines have been backfilled, cleaned and inspected. Each test
shall be restricted to pipes of one class and particular care shall be taken to
isolate air valves, etc. and not to apply higher pressures than specified at any
point on the pipeline and to ensure that the pipelines are adequately anchored
before any test is carried out.
D. Test Results: Written records of every test clearly identifying the tested section
of the pipe together with time of test and name of testing engineer in tabulated
format shall be submitted for review and approval by the Engineer upon
completion of the tests.
3.06 FLUSHING
B. Operation Test: After the hydrostatic test, emitters shall be installed and the
system completed and tested to demonstrate functional efficiency. This shall be
prior to covering the laterals with mulch.
C. The lines shall be operated for a period of 24 hours, not necessarily in one
continuous period, and all emitters checked for satisfactory operation. Any
faulty/blocked emitters shall be replaced.
Irrigation water storage tanks shall be manufactured to British Standards and comply
strictly with the Water Department's Regulations of Qatar. The following tank may be
used:
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a. There shall be one manhole to be positioned to have easy access to the float
valve
b. Stainless steel or GRP ladder shall be provided for access to the tank.
d. Water level controls (low level electric float switches interlocked) for pumps shall
be provided.
f. Manholes shall be provided with at least 100mm upstaged concrete and double
sealed to prevent leakage.
h. Approved non-toxic epoxy coating, resisting fungus growth shall be used on all
internal surfaces.
The tanks shall be provided to the capacities, dimensions and locations shown on the
drawing. Each tank is to be fixed on a base, which supports the whole of the tank.
The details of the tank base are to be approved by the Consultant before any
installation work begins.
APPROVED MANUFACTURERS
1. IRRITROL
2. RAIN BIRD
3. HUNTER
4. TOURO
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SNG SYSTEM
INDEX
1. Scope of Works
2. Design Standards
3. Materials
4. System Installations
5. Pneumatic Testing
6. Commissioning
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This scope covers the Engineering, Supplying, Installing, Testing and Commissioning of all
materials and equipments required for the complete system and general method of installing
the materials and equipments. The conditions set out below shall apply to all the system,
and shall consider the following.
The Contractor shall strictly follow and comply with the Civil Defense requirements &
Marafeq Qatar latest
Project Description
This project has been developed within the master plan of lusail is engaged in
maintaining functional efficiency and over all environmental quality of the master plan
located in the vicinity of the residential zone of marine plots. This plot is provided a
harmonious unity due to its integrated facades and carefully arranged apartment to
provide its own character.
Surrounding the plots is hierarchy of road network and streetcar and to be supplied
and connected to Synthetic Natural Gas (SNG) Network System of Lusail.
Components
Which consist of isolation valve, gas filter, slam shut off valve, active and
monitoring pressure regulator, explosion proof solenoid valve (Normally closed),
pressure relief valve, pressure gauge & Gas Meter etc. This pressure reducing &
metering station reduce the inlet gas pressure (0.5-4 bar) to 75 mbar and supply
to inside the building.
2. Gas Distribution Piping from 1st stage PRMS until the Building
4 Carbon steel pipe schedule 40 wrapped with denso tape for corrosion
protection running underground from the First stage PRMS until the building.
3. Gas risers externally and inside shaft: 2 Carbon steel pipe schedule 40
running as riser externally supported with outer wall of building to roof top. Gas
pipes dropping to each kitchen through gas shaft to distribute gas up to the gas
equipments.
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4. Gas pipe running on the roof top of the building: 2-1/2 2 Carbon steel
pipe schedule 40 running on roof top of the buildings as main distribution line. 1
& 1/2" carbon steel pipe schedule 40 pipe branch drop down to serve kitchen
areas.
5. Gas pipe and equipments inside the kitchens. A solenoid valve (Normally
closed) shall be provided at the gas pipes entering to each kitchens, 1/2 gas
pipe (copper pipe) running inside the kitchens from the solenoid valve to gas
equipment connection. Solenoid valve interlinked with gas detector emergency
push bottom and gas control panel. Second stage pressure regulator shall be
provided to reduce gas pressure from 75 mbar to 21-37 mbar. Smart Gas meter
(remote read out gas meter) in each kitchens shall be install to calculate amount
of gas consumed by each kitchens. Apart from solenoid valve an excess flow
valve or auto shut off valve shall be provided in each kitchens to cut the gas
supply in case of excess flow. Each equipment connection provided with isolation
valve and flexible hose.
6. Gas detection system: Which consist of gas control panel gas detectors
emergency push button and sounder. Gas control panel and sounder shall be
install in security room in ground floor. Gas detector shall be installed in each
kitchens, gas shaft, PRMS and safe area. Emergency push button shall be install
in each kitchens. Gas control panel shall be interlinked with all gas detectors,
solenoid valve, building fire alarm panel and BMS.
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a. PIPING: All pipework shall be seamless Carbon steel pipe sch 40 conforming to
ASTM A53 / A53. All the changes in direction of pipes shall be achieved by using
proper fittings.
All underground pipes are high density Polyethylene pipe of type PE 100, SDR 11
constructed
According to code prEN 1555-2 or ASTM D 2513 or equal approval from Marafeq
Qatar.
All welded pipe fittings shall be comply with ASTM A234 (Carbon and alloy steel)
wrought steel but welding fittings or approval from Marafeq Qatar.
e. PE TRANSITION FITTINGS
f. VALVES
Valves shall be of lever operated ball type with an indication of ON and OFF
positions. Valves shall be of the non-lubricated type and constructed of non-ferrous
materials. The valves shall be designed for capillary joint connections to the pipe
lines. Where screwed/threaded connections are provided for pipe line connection,
they should have I.S.O. metric thread in accordance with BS 3643. The valves shall
be of wrought copper or bronze. Details of the valves shall be submitted to the
Engineer for approval. Valves shall be Malleable iron to ASTM A47 and or Ductile
Iron to ASTM A395 or EN 331 standard/ or approval from Marafeq Qatar. Rating as
specified in table 5.9.4.1, as per NFPA58.
g. FLANGE
All the flange connection shall be comply with ASME B16.5 standard class 150 or
equal approval from Marafeq Qatar.
h. GAS METER
All gas meter shall be diaphragm Type comply with EN-1359 or equal approval from
Marafeq Qatar/Woqod.
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I. SOLENOID VALVE
Solenoid valve should be complying with conformity with the 97/23/EC Directive
(PED Directive) and should be explosion proof and IP65 raring. Electrically operated
230 VAC/50-60 HZ. Normally closed type. Threaded connections Rp: (DN 20 DN
50) according to EN 10226 and Flanged connections PN 16 :( DN 65 DN 300)
according to ISO 7005. Material Die-cast aluminium (UNI EN 1706) with pressure
rating 0.5-6 bar. Or approval equal from Marafeq Qatar/WOQOD.
1st stage Active pressure & Monitor pressure with slam shut off shall be Cast iron by
with Die cast Aluminum cover, closed rubber Diaphragm type with inlet pressure 0.5 -
10 bar and outlet pressure 15-100 mbar. Comply with conforming to the 97/23 CE
PED directive or equal approval from Marafeq Qatar/ Woqod.
Should have UPSO (Under pressure shut off) with inlet pressure 0-75 mbar and out
let pressure 37 mbar (LPG) switch to 21 mbar (SNG/NG).
Should be comply with EN437 or equal approval from the Marafeq Qatar/Woqod.
l. RELIEF VALVE: Relief valve should design pressure up to 20 bar and inlet pressure
150 mbar-15 bar raring and set pressure at 90 mbar. Connection size should be 1/4"
to 1, brass or aluminum alloy body, should comply with conforming to the 97/23 CE
PED directive or equal approval from Marafeq Qatar.
m. GAS FILTER: Should comply with DIN 3840 and EN 12516 standards or equal
approval from Marafeq Qatar and capable be used for all types of Natural gas, LPG
or non-corrosive gases. The filters are widely used for protection of control devices,
pressure regulators, meters and on systems requiring a high degree of filtration .The
high filtration capacity of the cartridges and their broad surface allow separation of
both dust and solid particles reducing maintenance times for the equipment installed
downstream. The gas filter should have pressure rating 10 bar, can be threaded and
flange connection.
n. PRESSURE GAUGE: Should comply with ANSI & ASMEB40.100, or equal approval
from Marafeq Qatar. The pressure gauge have minimum
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o. AUTO SHUT OFF VALVE: The Auto shut off valve should be equipped with UPSO
safety valve and it provides 2 functions: (1) manually operated shut off valve. (2)
Manually resettable shut-off valve which stops the gas flow when: the upstream gas
supply pressure is too low (lack of gas supply, clogged filter) and an excess of flow-
rate occurs (rupture of downstream pipes or hoses, oversized appliance. The Auto
shut off valve should have below future:
Should have inlet pressure 19-50 mbar and UPSO set pressure 8-14 mbar, Or
equal approval from Marafeq Qatar.
p. PIPE SUPPORTS
Pipe supports shall be comply with ASTM B 633 standard and should have minimum
future:
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SUPPORT CHANNELS
1. Thickness: 2.5mm
2. Material: 250MPa (min yield stress) mild steel
3. Finishes: Plain, Galva bond, Hot Dipped Galvanized, Polyester Powder
Coated,
4. 316 GR Stainless Steel, (Other finishes available)
Q. PRMS ENCLOSURE
1. Size- The cabinet must be sized for all required equipment to be easily
accessible.
2. Ventilation-It must have at least 10% ventilation.
3. Material- As per WOQOD requirements.
4. Door-PRS Cabinet of width 60 cm or less shall be provided with single hinged
door fitted with locking system whereas if the cabinet is wider than 60 cm
shall be provided with double egress door and appropriate gas safety sign
must be imprinted.
5. Cabinet Base- The base must be concrete and be a minimum of 100mm
larger on each dimension than the cabinet base and be at least 150 mm thick.
r. PAINTING AND COLOR CODES: The Pressure Reducing Station equipment and
pipes spool shall be protected from corrosion and to be provided with piping color to
easily identification of the pipelines and their content. Pipeline color coding shall
follow to international acceptable standard.
Gas Detection system consisting of Gas control panel, Explosion proof and dust
proof gas detectors, emergency push button or switch, sounder alarm.
1. Gas control panel should have capacity centralized gas detection system to
interlinked all building gas detector and interface with building fire alarm
panel, BMS system.
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2. The central panel shall have a modular design incorporating input alarm/
display module for each gas detector. Each channel shall have indication for
low alarm of 15% LEL, high alarm at 30% LEL and fault at 0-100% LEL
indicator.
3. Main SNG supply shall be shut off at 30% LEL indication.
4. The concentration of the Gas shall be displayed on a common indicator
with selector Switches to display the concentration of the desired
channel or zone indicator.
5. System control panel shall have the following indications:
a) AC Healthy
b) CD Healthy
c) Gas solenoid valve operated
d) Common fire signals
e) Gas Leak High.
f) Gas Manual shut off switch.
g) Test Channels switch.
h) System reset switch.
Sounder: A sounder unit shall be installed in the vicinity of the panel located in a
visible area.
Cables: FP 200 cables of at least 1.5 sq. mm area shall be used to interconnect between
each detector and the control panel.
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The Contractor shall allow for obtaining of any approvals, permits, inspections. etc., which
may be required by the local authorities. In case of document approvals, these shall be
made available to the Engineer; once they are obtained, a copy for the Engineer's retention
shall be provided by the Contractor.
The Contractor shall submit material submittal, installation method statement, inspection test
plan & testing & commissioning procedure to Marafeq Qatar for review and approval.
The Contractor shall show on the shop drawings any modifications or any additions needed
to suit the system to be installed.
All installations shall be carried out by qualified specialist subcontractor under the
supervision of qualified site Engineer having experience in undertaking such installations.
The subcontractor should have approved certificate from Marafeq authority/WOQOD.
Piping installation shall comply with NFPA 54 and international fuel gas code for installation.
Piping in system shall be run as directly as is practicable from one point to another and with
as few restrictions, such as bends.
Pipes supports, hangers, paints and labels should be as per the international
standards/Codes. Gas pipe paint colour shall be golden yellow RAL 1004, Arrow marker will
also marked on the gas pipeline.
All welding of metallic piping shall be in accordance with ASME Boiler and Pressure vessel
Code, Section IX.
All joints to be welded unless otherwise required example the connection to threaded valves
or pressure gauge.
During the fabrication and installation of Pressure Reducing Station, Contractor is requested
to follow the contents of design documents/drawings reviewed by Marafeq.
Furthermore Marafeq will perform necessary inspection and witness in order to make sure
that the quality of Pressure Reducing Station is satisfactory in accordance with Marafeqs
minimum requirements stated in the technical guidelines.
All the materials to be used in these installations shall be approved by Marafeq Qatar and
delivered on site wherever possible, in the maker's packing.
All materials are to be stored in a proper manner and when installed are to be in clean
undamaged condition. All items are to be protected from continuous exposure to direct sun
light.
The Contractor shall ensure that all items installed are maintained in good working condition
until accepted by the Engineer.
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The Contractor shall guarantee all materials and workmanship for 400 days from the date of
issue of Practical Completion Certificate in respect of the works, by the Engineer.
The Contractor shall keep on site one complete set of drawings which are to be marked up
along and in conjunction with the site progress. These drawings may then be used to form
the basis of the 'As-built' drawings.
The set of drawings kept at site shall be made available for reference by the Engineer or his
representative at any time so requested.
The Contractor shall prepare and produce a Master Instruction Manual for all equipments,
system and installations constructed. It shall include schematic diagrams and all necessary
instructions for the proper operation and maintenance of equipment, system and
installations.
The Contractor shall supply to the Engineer for approval two sets of 'As-installed ' drawings
showing the works together with any other information necessary for operation and
maintenance. After approval is obtained, three copies of each drawing shall be supplied. In
addition, two sets of copy negatives for each drawing shall be handed over to the Client.
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The gas contractor required to submit written method statement for Pneumatic testing to
Marafeq Qatar for approval but not limited to below:
a. Gas tightness: test piping by filling with air or inert gas such as carbon dioxide or
nitrogen. Do not use water or oxygen. Apply pressure from pressurized cylinder or
with air pump. Measure pressure with mercury manometer or inclined gauge
calibrated in increments not greater than 0.1 psi (0.07 g/mm2) Isolate pressure
source during test.
b. Gas tightness: test piping to 1 1/2 times normal working pressure or 30 psig (10
g/mm2), whichever is greater. There is to be no drop in shut-in pressure for two
hours. Test for leaks by applying soap solution to joints fittings and valves. Do not
use flame to look for leaks.
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6.0 COMMISSIONING
The gas contractor required to submit written SNG commissioning procedure and check list
to Marafeq Qatar for approval but not limited to below:
a. Check for gas tightness: prior to turning on gas, close all shut-off valves at
appliances. Check that all openings are capped or plugged and that pipe work is
complete.
b. Check for gas tightness: turn on gas, attach manometer calibrated in increments of
2.5 mm water column to appliance outlet and open main shut-off valve momentarily.
No discernible drop in pressure is to occur during 3 minutes. Should pressure drop
he noted, identify cause, make necessary repairs and repeat tests until perfectly tight
system is assured.
c. Purge system after checking for tightness by disconnecting pilot piping of appliances
at outlet of pilot valve. Do not purge piping into combustion chamber of appliance. Do
not purge piping into confined spaces or areas where there are sources of ignition
unless precautions are taken to perform this operation safely by ventilation
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DRAINAGE INSTALLATION
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ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VOLUME 03 SECTION 20
20.1.01 Site
20.1.03 Definitions
20.1.07 Programme
20.1.15 Safety
20.1.17 Permits
VOLUME 03 SECTION 20
20.2.06 Manholes
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20.1.00 GENERAL
20.1.01 SITE
Unless otherwise specified, all the Drainage Materials & Equipments shall be capable
of withstanding the following site conditions:
20.1.03 DEFINITIONS
The following terms and abbreviations used in these specifications / drawings shall
mean:
Tender Drawing : The Drawing on which the tender is based and the
Schedules therein.
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As Built Drawings : This is the true record of the actual work carried out
at site.
The scope of works consists of furnishing, installing, commissioning and testing the
complete foul, waste and storm water drainage systems along with all associated
manholes as indicated on the contract drawings, and in accordance with this
specification and the requirements of section 20 of the QCS and shall be installed to
BS 8301:1985 (formerly CP 304).
The contractor shall provide all supervision, labor, materials, equipment, machinery,
and any other items necessary to complete the systems in all respects.
1. UPVC soil, waste, vent, rainwater pipes as shown on drawing and specified
elsewhere.
2. Floor drains, floor gulleys, gully traps, overflows, bottle traps as shown on
drawings and specification
3. Manhole, Manhole Covers, Gully Grating, & Steps.
All materials used shall be as per approved materials, any changes shall have a
written approval by the Engineer.
VOLUME 03 SECTION 20
The installation of the works covered in this section shall be in accordance with this
specification and with the requirements of the relevant authorities, State of Qatar
Public work authority Drainage affairs and to the relevant B.S specification.
The equipment shall conform to the British Standard specifications & codes of
practice (current editions including all amendments)
It is the responsibility of contractor to study the specification in detail and clear all
doubts or issues that need clarification in order to execute the job. The tender
drawings are guide lines and the contractor must prepare the detailed shop drawings
and get approval from consultant prior to the execution of job at the site, No delay
or any compromise on the specification or quality of work is accepted on any
account.
Any apparatus, appliance, material or work not shown on the contract drawings but
mentioned in the specification or vice versa, or any incidental accessories or work
necessary to make the work complete and perfect in all respects and ready for
operation, even if not particularly specified shall be supplied and installed or carried
out by the contractor without any additional costs.
Applicable Standards:
The Drainage system includes UPVC pipe works including all the necessary fittings
and fixtures for the safe disposal of Soil, Waste, and Rain Water from the project site,
along with the provisions of various Manholes and Holding tanks, finally connected to
the Municipal drainage and disposal system available in the vicinity.
The scheme for the drainage system is detailed and provided in the Contract
drawings for handling and disposal of:
a) Soil Water
b) Waste Water &
c) Rain Water
Twin pipes system for separate discharge of soil and waste shall be provided as
required in accordance with the State of Qatar Public Works Authority (Ashghal),
Drainage Affair Manual.
VOLUME 03 SECTION 20
Drainage will be provided for all sanitary fixtures, sinks, floor drains and parking
areas thorough vented soils and waste risers. Offset venting will be provided in order
to ensure a proper functional system. The drainage system will be divided into a
waste and soil system. The waste system will collect water from sinks, floor drains,
etc. The soil system will collect water from toilets and urinals. The soil and waste
system will be connected directly to the municipality sanitary system.
Storm water drainage shall be provided for roof and ground level parking areas. The
storm water run-off generated from the roof of the building and ground floor parking
will be collected through roof drain & road gulleys and convey to the storm water
holding tank located at basement level-1 and pumping out to the tanker filling point..
Car park drains are provided for the basements car parks. All the drains shall be
collected to the holding tank through sand & oil interceptors. Lift pumps (Duty &
standby) are provided for empting holding tanks.
20.1.07 PROGRAMME
The Contractor shall produce the work program based on CPM (Critical Path
Method) or Bar chart, indicating the time required for various activities and operations
to complete the project in time. The following points shall be highlighted in the
Program:
1. Mobilization
2. Drawings and Material Submittals
3. Approvals
4. Equipment Deliveries
5. First Fix
6. Main and Sub-Main Piping Works
7. Second Fix
8. Fixing of Accessories
9. Testing
10.Commissioning and Handing Over
The Drainage tender drawings related to this project have been listed in the Schedule
of Drawings enclosed with the specifications. The tender drawings have been
prepared to show the tenderer the principal equipment and general arrangement
required for the project.
These drawings do not indicate every detail of the work. It is the Contractors
responsibility to check the positions / locations at site. All dimensions are tentative
and shall be checked with the Architectural and Structural drawings. Any discrepancy
shall be brought to the attention of the consultant in writing at the time of tender.
VOLUME 03 SECTION 20
Particular attention shall be paid to the positioning of Floor Gullies, Drains, and other
accessories, in relation to the Interior finishes and locations of various appliances.
The Contractor is deemed to have studied the services drawings based on all the
local regulations and have included in his prices for all builders work associated with
these drawings.
The contractor shall prepare the working drawings in a scale of 1:100 for plans, 1:20
for details and 1:200 for site plan, and submit them for the Consultants approval. The
contractor shall project the following in the above drawings:
i. Actual pipe work routes boxes indicating the sizes of all branches, bends and
other accessories and fittings.
iii Sections and Elevations of Installations with co-ordination details in respect to the
other services Installations like, Electrical, Air-conditioning & Ventilation and
Plumbing.
The Main contractor shall produce working drawings for building works required for
the services showing the integration of all the services i.e., Electrical, Mechanical,
Plumbing and Drainage systems.
The Main contractor should ensure that all the working drawings are properly
coordinated before submitting to the consultant for approval. All the services shall be
installed in such a manner so as to avoid conflict with each other and maintain the
clearances required between each of them as per the prevailing regulations.
The materials offered for approval shall be strictly in accordance with the
specifications and tender drawings.
The contractor shall submit in triplicate, the technical literature for each item of the
equipment, he intends to use for the project, to the consultant for the necessary
review and approval.
If in case the technical literature is not available, then a sample shall be submitted: in
the absence of either of these, typed technical data shall be submitted duly
supported by letter of the manufacturer for confirmation.
VOLUME 03 SECTION 20
In case of items involving aesthetic, like Floor Gullies, Floor Clean Outs, Manhole
covers ( if located Inside of Building) etc., samples must be submitted for approval
along with the materials submittals.
Each copy of the submittals shall be numbered and signed with the technical
literature clearly highlighted, indicating the model, type and capacity of the equipment
offered. The consultant shall retain two for copies and return one, either Approved or
Not Approved, to the contractor.
The contractor shall maintain and submit a status report every month, of all the
Materials submittals of the Drainage Materials & Equipments in the following perform
to the consultant:
i. Submittal Number
ii. Type of Material
iii. Manufacturer / Local Agent
iv. Date of Approval
v. Date of Order / Order Number
vi. Mode of Delivery (Air, Land, or Sea)
vii. ETA on Site
viii. Status as on date of Report
a. Equipment Supply
All the equipments for the project shall be procured only through the appointed local
agent in Qatar, who shall be the authorized agent and be able to supply the spare
parts etc., for the items anytime in the future. The contractor shall mark the same
clearly on the submittals (item No. iii. above).
In case of any item/s required to be purchased abroad directly, for valid reasons,
then the contractor shall mention the same in the submittal and obtain approval from
the consultant specifically.
Each item of equipment shall be delivered to site in sections suitable for installations
in position designated, bearing in mind the location, type of structure, construction
program and the method of access.
c. Design References
Any design, for any of the systems, detailed on the Tender drawings, which requires
amendment or differs from that available at the time of construction, due to the
change in the manufacturers range of production or availability etc., The contractor
shall discuss the matter and obtain a readily available alternative from the
Consultant. Accordingly, the contractor shall make a fresh submittal based on the
Consultants advise and obtain approval to provide the revised system.
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The contractor shall inform the consultant within one week upon receipt of all the
materials at the site and arrange for the inspection of the same. Any material used at
site, which is not approved earlier specifically, shall stand rejected without notice.
Any item on supply differs from the one shown on the submittal catalogue copy or the
sample submitted, would also be rejected at site. In such cases, the contractor shall
make a fresh submittal for the item and obtain approval from the Consultant. Any
time delay caused due to the above shall be on the Contractors account.
The contractor will have to remove the rejected materials from the site and replace
with approved materials at his own expenses. In the event the contractor fails to do
so, the client will have the liberty to carry out such works from other agencies and
debit the ensuing amount to the Contractor.
Materials Storage
The contractor shall be responsible for the safekeeping and storage of the materials
at site and provision of such covering as may be necessary to ensure that on
completion, all items are handed over in sound condition with all protective finishes
undamaged. The material storage, handling, & protection at site shall be strictly as
per Q.C.S.
Equipments and Materials used as the basis for the design are listed in the Schedule
of Manufacturers. Only in case if the specified item/s are not available due to valid
reasons. Only in such cases, the Consultant will consider the alternatives, before the
tender is accepted and the Consultants decision will be final regarding the matter.
In case the alternatives are accepted, the Consultant will confirm the acceptance of
the same in writing. During the execution of the contract, no alternative equipment,
materials or fittings will be permitted other than the approved and the contractor is
fore-warned that any item provided by him which is not up to the specification, must
be replaced at his own expense. In cases where time will not permit, then such
replacements shall be at the clients convenience, but at the Contractors expenses
etc.
VOLUME 03 SECTION 20
20.1.15 SAFETY
The contractor shall maintain all the safety procedures at site to protect manpower
and machinery. The Main Contractor shall provide all the means to achieve the
Safety standards required and protect the manpower, materials and equipments at
any point of time.
The Main contractor shall ensure that the Sub-Contractor appointed for Drainage
works shall be one of the approved to carryout and maintain such work.
The Contractor shall submit the qualifications and experience particulars of the
Mechanical Engineer, Foreman, and technicians (plumbers) to be employed on the
project and obtain approval from the consultant. Once the approval is obtained, the
contractor shall not replace the staff from site. In case the same becomes necessary,
re-approval should be obtained and the new staff shall continue with the old staff for
a minimum period of 30 days before the later is withdrawn from the site. In such
cases, the proposed replacement personnel shall have a minimum of 5 years local
experience. The consultant will reject any application with less than 5 years of
experience.
20.1.17 PERMITS
The contractor shall obtain all necessary permits prior to commencement of work and
obtain current record drawings of existing services already installed. All applications
for permits etc., shall be made in writing to the authorities, a minimum of 7 days prior
to the execution of the work. The Contractor is fully responsible for obtaining the
necessary permits from the authorities for his work site as well as for any connected
works to others.
Any plant or material which is damaged by any means whatsoever, shall not be used
in the works. Should the contractor wish to rectify such damage in order to utilize the
plant or materials in the permanent works, the matter shall be brought to the attention
of the Engineer, who in turn shall conduct a proper survey after which the necessary
instructions will be issued. Only after obtaining a written permission from the
Engineer shall any remedial work be carried out.
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The protective finishes must be provided on all materials and Equipments used in
this contract to ensure that no deterioration is caused by the interaction of local
climatic conditions.
The Consultant will advise the contractor at the time of commencement of the
contract the list of works that to be inspected and the contractor shall give the
Consultant the required notice in the required Inspection form, of the date on which
the plant will be ready for testing.
The Consultant will signify his intention to attend the tests or accept the contractor's
test sheets. The contractor shall supply all the Inspection Forms and Test certificates
in original to the Consultant / Client at the time of handing over the project.
The contractor shall provide three copies in the form of bound documents the
operating instructions and maintenance manuals indicating the following:
After the working drawings have been approved, no alteration to the drawings shall
be carried out without the consent of the Engineer. These changes shall be
supported by sketches and incorporated on the AS-BUILT drawings, which are to
be submitted to the Consultant within one month of completion of the project.
VOLUME 03 SECTION 20
Two sets of drawing CDs along with three sets of drawings printout shall be
submitted after approval of the Engineer for onward submission to the client.
The contractor shall guarantee the entire Drainage System installed against Faulty /
improper materials and or workmanship for the period of maintenance of 400 days
(Four Hundred) from the date, the installation is tested, commissioned and accepted
by the Consultant. Also where longer guarantee or warranty periods are otherwise
declared, for any equipment or materials such longer terms shall apply.
The Contractor shall submit a single guarantee for whole of the works, which states
that all parts of the work are in accordance with the contract documents during the
period of maintenance, the contractor shall repair any deficiencies, within 24 hours of
notification at no additional cost to the contract.
In case if the Contractor fails to attend to any such faults as mentioned above within
the specified time, then the client shall make own arrangements to rectify the fault
but nevertheless at the Contractors expense.
VOLUME 03 SECTION 20
All uPVC pipes and fittings shall be manufactured under BS 4514 for Internal above
ground and BS 4660 for the Internal & external under ground installations.
Materials and color: pipes and fittings shall be in UPVC in gray, white .
Socketed fittings shall be solvent-welded with plain-ended pipes. Seal ring expansion
joints shall be provided where required.
The system shall be compatible with buried drain system. Weathering Apron
(solvent-weld socket) shall be solvent-welded to the soil, waste, vent pipes for
weather flashing around pipe at roof.
Adjustable, plastic coated steel holder bats shall be used to support pipes or secure
fittings. Galvanized mild steel support bracket with packing piece shall be used for
horizontal pipes. Smaller pipes and fittings shall be secured to wall by zinc-plated
steel brackets.
Drain schedule:
VOLUME 03 SECTION 20
Nickel bronze/ stainless steel 150mm x 150mm strainer with PVC floor drain
trap/ gully trap
Floor drain, Dura-Coated cast iron body with bottom outlet, combination
invertible membrane clamp and adjustable collar with seepage slots and
polished nickel bronze, strainer 150MM SQ
300MM Square top drain, Dura-Coated cast iron body with bottom outlet,
seepage pan and combination membrane flashing clamp and frame for
heavy-duty cast iron loose slotted grate.
The uPVC pipes and fittings shall comply with BS EN 1401-1:1998(formerlyBS 4660)
and BS EN1401-1:1998(formerly BS 5481), comprising complete drainage system,
compatible to soil waste and rainwater system and where appropriate shall bear the
Kitemark.
Materials and Colours : buried drain system pipes and fittings shall be uPVC with
polypropylene seal retaining caps. Underground fittings shall be coloured golden
brown, approximately to BS 381 C : number 414. Seal retaining caps and seal rings
are black. Rodding eyes shall be provided where required.
uPVC solvent weld socket seal / lip and lip seal / lip seal shall be used.
Where necessary, lip seal / lip seal slip coupling shall be used.
Solvent Cements
Solvent cements should comply with either BS 6209 for non pressure pipework
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Sealing Rings
Sealing rings should be made from natural or synthetic rubber complying with BS
2494.
Vitrified Clay (VC) Pipes and Fittings for Buried Drainage System
Vitrified clay pipes and fittings for drains and sewers shall comply with the
relevant provisions of BS EN 295. Pipes shall have spigot and socket joints
complying with the relevant provisions of BS EN295. Joints shall have
elastomeric joint seals. Complying with the relevant provision of ISO 4633 or, BS
2494 (Type D) and shall be obtained from the pipe manufacturer. For pipes up to
150 mm diameter, push-fit (sleeve type) polypropylene flexible couplings may be
used in place of spigot and socket joints.
All other requirements related to the manufacture, inspection and testing of
vitrified clay pipes shall be in accordance with the relevant provision of Section 8,
Sewerage.
Pipes up to and including 450mm diameter shall be "Extra Strength" and
pipes above 450mm diameter shall be "Super Strength" as specified in Table 3 of
BS 65.
Pipes shall be supplied with an approved rubber ring joint and shall have clearly
defined indelible marks to show their Class. Except on the approval of the
Engineer's Representative pipes shall not exceed 1.2m in length exclusive of the
depth of any socket.
All materials used shall be obtained from one manufacturer only. The integration
of any materials from different manufacturers shall not be acceptable.
As shown on drawings rain water system in uPVC complying with BS 5481 and
bearing the Kite mark shall be provided. uPVC rainwater systems shall be in gray as
approved by the Engineer.
All joints should remain watertight under working conditions. Pipes inside the building
should be capable of withstanding the water tightness of a positive pressure of 38
mm water gauge for at least 3 minutes.
Rainwater pipes shall not be encased in concrete columns structural walls and it is
important rainwater pipes in casing or ducts are accessible for maintenance, repair,
and replacement.
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BS 4514 UPVC soil and vent pipes fittings and accessories and BS 4576 UPVC
rainwater goods may be used for rainwater system.
Roof drainage shall be by gravity outlets (gargoyles) sahll be madeof cast iron
complying with BS CP 308: 1974 and the building regulations 1976.
When jointing UPVC pipes, a gap should be left between spigot end of pipe and
shoulder of socket that it enters in order to allow for thermal movement.
UPVC pipes shall be with solvent weld sockets usable with seal ring adapter.
All pipe work shall be adequately supported in such manner as to permit free
movement due to expansion contraction, vibration or other changes in the system.
Supports shall be arranged as near as possible to joints and changes in direction.
Spacing of supports shall comply with Table 13 contained in British Standard BS
5572: 1978 Code of Practice for sanitary pipe work.
Vertical stacks shall be adequately supported at the base to stand the total weight of
the riser. Under no circumstances shall branches from vertical rising pipes be the
means of support for the vertical pipe work.
Brackets shall be galvanized steel and be rigid. Where soil and ventilation pipes are
suspended from the underside of slab, they shall be held rigid in position. Single
angle iron supports may be used for pipe work up to 500 mm from underside of slab.
Double angle iron supports shall be used for pipe work 500 mm, 1000 mm from the
underside of the slab. All supports shall be proprietary brand and manufactured from
galvanized steel. Double angle iron braces shall be installed on both single and
double angle iron supports at 6 meter centers of vertical and horizontal runs of pipe
work and anchored as necessary.
B. Floor clean-outs
C. Roof Termination
All soil ventilation pipes shall terminate 300 mm above the point of exit from the
services duct.
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D. Jointing
Jointing of UPVC and high temperature PVC shall be "O" ring and solvent welded.
Prior to jointing all pipe work fittings and accessories shall be thoroughly cleaned.
Pipe work shall be cut square, end chamfered, swarf, and dust removed. Prior to
jointing pipes and fitting should be checked for correct position and alignment and
marked to ensure accurate assembly.
Where 'O' ring joints are to be used pipes shall be marked for insertion depth "O" ring
placed in ring seal prior to application of small quantity of lubricant or petroleum jelly
around the chamfered spigot end. The pipe shall then be inserted into the socket
joint finally adjusted to the correct insertion depth.
Where solvent joints are to be used, special care shall be taken to ensure both spigot
and socket are free from all dirt, grease, and swarf. Solvent cement shall then be
applied liberally and evenly to both socket and spigot prior to inserting spigot into
socket. The joint shall immediately be cleaned of surplus solvent with a dry cloth
around newly formed joint.
Jointing of W.C outlet to UPVC pipe work shall be by means of either a straight or
bent connector as required complete with rubber seal ring and suitable connection for
W.C spigot outlet.
Each pipe immediately before being laid shall be carefully brushed out and inspected
for defects.
All operations involving the laying, bedding, jointing, backfilling etc., of pipes plastic
materials shall be strictly in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations
subject to the approval of the Consultant.
All pipes and pipelines shall be laid to the lines and depths shown on the drawings or
as otherwise directed by the Consultant.
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All pipelines shall be laid accurately to line and gradient so that, except where
otherwise specified, the finished pipeline is in a straight line in both horizontal and
vertical planes. Where shown on the drawings or other wise permitted by the
consultant small changes of direction shall be achieved by deflection at joints within
the maximum permitted by the manufacturer. Where the angle of the bend required
is greater than that obtainable by joint deflection then manufactured bends of the
appropriate degree shall be used. Manufactured bends shall only be used where
shown on the drawings or where otherwise permitted by the Consultant.
All pipelines forming part of a drainage system shall be laid to the specified line and
levels so that every pipeline lies in straight line in both horizontal and vertical planes
between successive manholes on the line. No bends will be permitted other than at
manholes.
Every pipe shall placed in position individually and shall be set out accurately to the
line and level required. All setting out to line and level of both pipelines and individual
pipes shall be achieved by methods approved by the Consultant.
Where pipelines of constant gradient are to be laid the contractor shall provide, fix
and maintain at such points as may be directed by the Consultant properly painted
sight rails and boning rods of pre-determined measurement for the boning in of
individual pipes to correct alignment. The sight rails shall be situated vertically over
the line of pipes or immediately adjacent to and there shall at no time be less than
three sight rails in position on each length of pipeline under construction to any other
gradient.
Inspections
Written notice on prescribed form shall be given for the purpose of inspection,
measurement and testing for each of the following cases:
20.2.06 MANHOLES
All cement used in all classes of concrete for drainage and sewerage works whether
above or below ground level shall be sulphate resistant cement complying with BS
4027.
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Mortar shall be used within 30 minutes of mixing and shall not be remixed or worked
up again after it has stiffened. Any mortar that has commenced to set shall be
removed from the works.
MANHOLES
A. General
The manholes shall be of the sizes and grades indicated on the Contract drawings
and fully comply with CED regulations and QCS Section 20.
Blockwork manholes shall be constructed on the drain lines in the positions and to
the dimensions indicated on Drawings or as directed on site by the Consultant.
The type of construction for each chamber shall be as indicated on the Contract
Drawings.
Concrete blocks used for chamber construction shall be manufactured with sulphate
resisting cement and shall comply with the requirements of QCS Section 20-5-1.
Hollow concrete blocks shall be filled solid with concrete Grade SRC 20.
Foundation base slabs shall be cast in-situ Mass concrete foundation, slabs shall be
of concrete Grade SRC 20. Reinforced concrete foundation slabs shall be of
concrete Grade SRC 30.
Internal and external faces of the blockwork walls shall be finished with 12 mm thick
SRC mortar rendering Class 1.
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All internal faces of manhole chambers except benching and vitrified clay channel
fittings shall be painted with one primer coat and tow final coats of black bitumen
coating water proofing solution to BS 3416, type 1 or equal and approved.
All exterior faces of manhole chambers shall be protected with 1000 gauge polythene
membrane with hardboard protection against damage during backfilling.
Where indicated on the Drawings, manhole cover frames shall be supported on solid
precast concrete bricks, manufactured from Grade SRC 30 concrete.
Reinforced cover slabs shall be provided where manhole access opening are less
than the internal dimensions of the manhole chamber.
The cover slabs shall be mounted by ductile or cast iron manhole covers and frames
of the quality specified. The covers in roads and paved areas shall be accurately set
on precast concrete brick-work to the level and slopes of the roads or pavements.
Manhole inverts shall be constructed of half section vitrified clay channels. Half
section vitrified clay channel branch bends shall be used for branch connections.
Benching in manholes shall be carefully formed according to the number, diameter
and positions of the incoming and outgoing pipes. The benching in the manholes
shall have vertical sides extending from the vitrified clay channels at least to the level
of the crown of the highest pipe. The benching shall be sloped towards the channels
at a gradient of 1 in 10 or as otherwise detailed on the drawings.
Electric submersible sewerage pumps shall be suitable for wet sump or dry pit
installation and for intermittent or continuous operation.
Cable entry glands shall be suitable designed to effectively seal the junction box from
the surrounding liquid and to mechanically restrain the cable to avoid distortion of the
gland rubbers and to prevent kinking of the cable adjacent to the cable entry.
Motor shaft shall be stainless steel and mounted on robust pre greased rolling
element bearings. The shaft seal assembly shall comprise of two independent
mechanical face seals mounted in tandem with an interposing oil chamber to cool the
seals and to act as an additional leakage barrier. Seal combination shall be high
wear resistant tungsten carbide.
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Pump casing shall be smooth profiled volute geometry for clog free operation fitted
with replaceable inlet wear rings.
Impeller shall be dynamically balanced screw depending on the pump selection and
duty specified.
Pump set shall be supplied with a control panel complete with breakers, fuses
starters duty/standby pump selector switch, pump on/off/fault indicator lights, auto
change over facility etc. Panel enclosure shall be to IP 65.
Pump operation shall be automatic controlled through float switches installed in the
sewage collection pit.
Pumps shall be supplied with all accessories including foot bends, guide rails
stainless steel lifting chains, float switches etc.
Manhole covers and frames shall comply with BS 497:1976 and shall be of the sizes
and types as shown on the contract drawings.
In general, manhole covers and frames shall be one of three types, as follows unless
otherwise specified:
Heavy Duty
The cover and frame shall be made from ductile iron and the cover shall be of the
loosely bolted double triangular type with three-point suspension to provide stability
under load.
Medium Duty
All manholes installed external to buildings, but not in roadways or trafficked areas,
shall be medium duty to BS 497 Grade B1.
The over and frame shall be of grey or ductile iron and the cover shall be either
rectangular or circular as specified in the Manhole Schedule. Such manholes shall
incorporate a single seal between cover and frame. Following flushing out and testing
of the drainage system, the sealing groove shall be filled with grease to provide an
airtight seal.
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Step Irons
Step irons shall be manufactured from galvanized malleable cast iron and shall
comply with BS 1247 and be of the general purpose or precast concrete manhole
pattern as applicable.
The construction of holding tanks shall be in accordance with BS : 8007, 1987. All
cement shall be sulphate resisting and comply with BS : 4027, 1980. All reinforced
concrete base slab walls and cover slab shall be cast in situ using grade 25 concrete
and comply with BS:8110, Part 1, 1985.
The tanks shall be constructed to take into account the ground conditions, strictly in
accordance with the structural engineering details.
Holding tank shall be painted internally with epoxy mortar or pitch epoxy (2 coats)
and externally with one coat of bituminous paoint. Two 600x600 mm. access
manholes shall be provided one at ehach end, with heavy duty manhole covers as
shown in the contact drawing. Galvanized step irons to BS: 1247, 1975 shall be
provided at 300 mm. centers both vertically and horizontally, the first being 450 mm.
below cover level. The inlet and oulet foul sewer shall be cast iron and have a
puddle flange located within the holding tank wall. The inlet shall be via a cast iron
inlet tee complete with access cap.
All underground drainage pipe work shall be surrounded with 150 mm thick Grade
SRC 20 sulphate resisting concrete, along its entire length in the following locations:
The required depths of concrete bed and height of concrete backfill shall be as
indicated on the Contract drawings.
The pipes shall be laid jointed and supported on precast concrete blocks, which shall
be separated from the barrel by 25 mm thick timber packing.
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After the pipeline has been tested and approved by the Consultant the top of the
concrete bed shall be thoroughly cleaned and additional concrete Grade SRC 20
carefully placed and compacted under and around the pipe to a height of at least 150
mm above the crown of the pipe.
The pipelines shall at all times be kept free of extraneous material and when work is
not is progress the open ends of the pipeline shall be securely plugged with an
approved watertight plug or stopper. Claw type plugs or any type liable to damage
the pipe will not be approved.
The contractor shall clear the inside of each fitting and pipe length immediately prior
to jointing and shall swab all fittings and pipe lengths to remove all dirt sand or other
matter that may contaminate the pipeline.
The entire absence of foreign matter from the completed line shall be a condition
precedent to acceptance.
C. Trenches
All trenches excavation shall comply fully with all the relevant clauses of QCS
Section 20-2 and this specification, Trench depths shall be sufficient to allow the
installation of the required pipe bedding, granular or concrete as specified. Generally,
the depth of cover shall not be less than 600 mm unless otherwise indicated on the
contract drawings.
The maximum and minimum widths shall apply from the bottom of the trench to 300
mm above the crown of the pipe.
Should the trench be excavated to a depth greater than is required in the opinion of
the Consultant. The contractor shall fill in the bottom of the trench to the required
depth with concrete or other such materials as the Consultant may direct.
VOLUME 03 SECTION 20
In the case of trench excavations made in roads, footpaths, verges, central strips or
within 5 meters of buildings the contractor will be required to execute the works so as
to minimize damage and disturbance. Vertical trench side will generally require
support by timbering or other suitable means. Under-cutting of trench sides will not
be permitted.
Granular bedding material for rigid pipes shall consist of gravel or broken stone and
shall be a suitable "all in" ballast or stone.
For pipes up to 1200 millimeters nominal bore the material shall be graded 12
millimeters to 5 millimeters all passing 12 millimeters and not more than 20 percent
passing 5 percent millimeters B.S sieve.
E. Backfilling Excavation
All drainpipes shall be tested in accordance with the requirements of BS 8301 and
the requirements of Section 20 5.3.1 of the Q.C.S.
The Consultant shall witness all drainage tests. The contractor shall give the
Consultant a minimum of 24 hours notice of all tests. The contractor shall also
provide test sheets set out in an agreed manner for each drain section to be tested.
The contractor having ensured that water, electricity and other necessary supplies
are available shall set to work the completed works or part thereof, at the instruction
of the consultant and make the necessary adjustments to ensure correct functioning.
After the installation or part thereof has been set to work and adjusted, the contractor
shall demonstrate its operation at a time selected by and to the satisfaction of the
Consultant. Tests shall be in accordance with British Standard BS 6700: 1987.
a. That equipment provided complies with the specification in all particulars and is of
adequate capacity for its full rates of duty.
b. That all items of plant and equipment operate quite sufficiently to meet the
specified requirements.
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c. That all instruments protection and control devices etc, are correctly calibrated
and accurate.
The details of method of carrying out the recording of tests shall be agreed with the
Engineer. The Client's representative and the Consultant shall be at liberty to be
present at tests and to participate in the tests. This shall not relieve the contractor of
his responsibilities for carrying out the tests satisfactorily.
The contractor shall make all records during the tests and on completion thereof shall
provide the Consultant with a test report and record, both in triplicate. The contractor
shall also provide all test instruments together with skilled supervision and adequate
labor for carrying out the tests.
A. Proving Tests
All under slab, underground drainage, soil, and waste system shall be cleaned down
and thoroughly flushed out to remove all dirt within each pipe work system.
After each system has been flushed and each draw off fitting opened and the
drainage, soil and waste system shall be checked for satisfactory rate flow. Particular
attention shall be given to groups of sanitary fittings to ensure satisfactory flow when
a number of fittings are flushed and air not drawn into the system via any trap.
B. Water Test
All drains shall be tested before backfilling immediately after the drain has been
properly laid on the correct trench bed and after joining materials has had time to set.
A water test pressure of 1.3 m head above the soffit of the drain shall be applied at
the high end, but not more than 2.4 m head at the low end. The test shall be carried
out on lengths of drain not less than half the distance between manholes, all to be
agreed with the Consultant on site. The lower end of the drain shall be plugged and
the higher end shall have a stand pipe not less than 1.2 m high. The drain shall be
filled, taking care to eliminate trapped air. After repair of leakage due to defective
pipes, joints and plugs the drain under test shall be left for one hour to allow water
absorption by pipes and fittings. The loss of water over a period measuring vessel at
intervals of ten minutes and noting the quantity of water required to maintain the
original level in the standpipe. For drains up to 300 mm diameter, the water quantity
added shall not exceed 0.06 liter per hour per 100 linear meters per millimeter of
nominal bore of the drain under test.
All drains shall be tested for a second time as described above after correct bedding
cover and selected backfill have been consolidated and the finished surface
complete.
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C. Air Test
A gauge in the form of a "U" tube shall be connected to the plug fixed at one end of
the length to be tested and all junctions and connections to the sewer on drain shall
be plugged. Air shall then be pumped in from the other end of the drain under test
until a pressure equal to 100 mm of water is indicated on the gauge. Without further
pumping, the pressure shall not fall more than 25 mm during a period of five minutes.
Air tests shall be carried out after 3 p.m. and all pipe work shall be shaded from the
sun at all times. Should an air test fail a water test shall be carried out as described in
this specification.
D. Profile Test
A hardwood ball of an approved profile shall be drawn through all foul drains from
manhole to manhole and through branch foul drains before soil pipes, gullies and
W.C's are filled. The diameter of the ball or profile shall differ from the nominal
internal diameter of the pipe by not more than 6 mm or by not more than 45% of the
nominal internal diameter of the pipe whichever is the greater difference.
During commissioning all manhole cover shall be removed and water flow tests shall
be carried out to ensure that the drains are flowing at their designed capacity and
that they are free of debris.
E. Manhole Test
All manholes shall be tested in accordance with the requirements of BS 8301 and the
requirements of Section 20 of Q.C.S.
The Consultant shall witness all manhole tests. The contractor shall give the
Consultant a minimum of 24 hours notice of all tests. The contract shall also provide
test sheets set out in an agreed manner for each manhole to be tested.
All concrete manholes cast in situ and precast concrete manholes shall be water
tests by plugging all necessary connections and filling the manhole with water to a
minimum height of 600 mm above the top of the benching. Water shall be added at
ten minute intervals until absorption has ceased. No change of water level shall occur
for an uninterrupted period of three hours.
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21.1 General
21.1.1 Site
21.1.3 Definitions
21.1.7 Program me
21.1.15 Safety
21.1.17 Permits
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21.2.1 Transformers
21.2.2 MV Panels
21.2.10 Fuses
21.2.14 Cables
21.2.15 Conduits
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21.2.32 Spare
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21.1 GENERAL
21.1.1 SITE
21.1.3 DEFINITIONS
The following terms and abbreviations used in these specifications / drawings shall
mean:
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10. Tender Drawing: The Drawing on which the tender is based and the
schedules contained there-in.
11. Working Drawings: The Drawings prepared by the Contractor for the
purpose of execution of work at site.
12. As Built Drawings: Which form an accurate and true record of the actual
work carried out at site.
13. Works: To include the provisions for all the materials and tasks to be carried
out by the contractor as per this specification and for the satisfactory
completion of the installation.
20. Concealed: Shall mean hidden from the normal line of sight in shafts, ceiling
spaces, walls, slabs, partitions, enclosed voids..
21. Exposed: Shall mean visible to building occupants in spaces, which may be
reached without the use ladders or any other temporary means of access.
23. NEC: National Electrical Code (Standard 70) (USA) published by the NFPA.
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The scope of works to be executed under this contract includes the supply,
installation, testing and commissioning of the electrical materials and equipment as
per the specifications drafted in these sections and the drawings.
The contractor shall provide complete installations for the project and other
associated works such as supporting structures, ancillary works etc. A brief
description of electrical works will be as follows:
6. Distribution Boards: Provide the lighting & power Distribution Boards within
the development as described within this specification and as shown upon
the drawings, inclusive of the final circuit cables and connections to the
associated lighting & power loads.
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7. Motor Control Centres: Provide the Motor Control Centres within the
development as described within this specification and as shown upon the
drawings.
8. HVAC Plant: Provide the power & controls wiring to all the items of HVAC
plant within the development as described within this specification and as
shown upon the drawings.
9. Lighting & Power: Provide the lighting & power installations within the
development as described within this specification and as shown upon the
drawings.
11. Wiring Containment: Provide the Wiring Containment for all the electrical
systems within the development as described within this specification and
as shown upon the drawings.
12. Security System: Provide the CCTV, Access Control & Intruder Alarm
installations within the development as described within this specification
and as shown upon the drawings.
14. Telecom & Data: Provide the Telecom & Data networks and installations
within the development as described within this specification and as shown
upon the drawings.
16. Uninterruptible Power Supplies: Provide the UPS units, power distribution
and connections installations within the development as described within
this specification and as shown upon the drawings.
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2. Equipment & Fittings: All equipment & fittings shall conform to the relevant
British Standard specifications & codes of practice (current editions including
all amendments).
3. Fire Detection & Alarm Installations: Shall comply with the coordinated
requirements of NFPA 72, BS 5839-1:2002 and the Qatar Civil Defense
Department whose requirements shall take precedence over all others.
Any apparatus, appliance, materials or works not shown on the contract drawings
but mentioned in the specification or vice versa, or any incidental accessories or
work necessary to make the work complete and perfect in all respects and ready for
operation, even if not particularly specified shall be supplied and installed or carried
out by the contractor without any additional costs to the contract sum.
Clarification shall be obtained at the tendering stage by the Contractor from the
Consultant in writing for any installations where it is perceived that the extent of
specified installations and the expected content or works are not clear. In case of
any discrepancy arises afterwards or during the construction, the Consultants
decision shall be final and binding on all such matters.
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5. Neutral: Full capacity and same size as phase conductor, solidly earthed to
transformer star point at MV Panel (TN-S).
NOTE:
All the equipment and accessories shall be fully rated and compatible with the
above Qatar electricity supply parameters. No other variants will be permissible i.e.,
220/380 V or 115/220 V etc. equipments will be summarily rejected.
Throughout this specification and on the drawings references are made to the
ranges of nominal voltages (rms values for ac) and these are defined as follows:
2. Low Voltage (LV): Normally exceeding Low voltage but not exceeding 250
V between Conductors or to Earth.
3. Medium Voltage (MV): Normally exceeding 250 Volts but not exceeding 650
Volts, whether between the Conductors or any conductor and Earth.
21.1.7 PROGRAMME
The Contractor shall produce the work program based on the CPM (Critical Path
Method or Bar chart, indicating the time required for various activities and
operations to complete the project on time. The following construction milestone
dates shall be highlighted in the Program:
1. Mobilization
2. Drawings and Material Submittals
3. Approvals
4. Equipment Deliveries
5. First Fix
6. Main and Sub-Main Distribution Equipment
7. Second Fix
8. Fixing of Light Fixtures
9. Testing
10. Power-on dates for each phase of the works for both temporary and
permanent power supplies.
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The electrical tender drawings related to this project have been listed in the
Schedule of Drawings enclosed with the specifications. The tender drawings have
been prepared to show the bidder the principal equipment and general arrangement
required for the project.
These drawings do not indicate every detail of the work and as such are not to be
interpreted as working drawings. It is the Contractors responsibility to check the
positions / locations at site. All dimensions are tentative and shall be checked
against the Architectural and Structural drawings. Any discrepancy found shall be
brought to the attention of the consultant in writing at the time of tender.
Particular attention shall be paid to the positioning of lighting points in relation to the
furniture and equipments. The Contractor is deemed to have studied the services
drawings based on all the local regulations and have included in his prices for all the
necessary installations and builders work associated with these drawings.
The contractor shall prepare the working drawings to a scale of 1:50 for plans, 1:5
for details and 1:200 for site plan, and submit them for the Consultants approval.
The contractor shall detail the following in the working drawings:
1. Actual conduit routes with circular junction boxes indicating the size of
conduit, number and size of wires it is carrying, where it is to rise up or fall
to below etc.
2. Separate drawings shall be prepared for both the small power and lighting
layouts.
5. Sectional views for coordinating the electrical wiring and other services i.e.,
Air-conditioning, Drainage and Plumbing to the Consultants requirements.
The Main contractor will produce working drawings for building works required for
the services showing the integration of all the services i.e., Electrical, Mechanical,
Plumbing and Drainage systems.
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The Main contractor is to ensure that all the working drawings are properly
coordinated before submitting to the consultant for approval. All the services shall
be installed in such a manner so as to avoid conflict with each other and maintain
the clearances required between each of them as per the QGEWC Regulations.
a. General
The materials offered for approval shall be strictly in accordance with the
specifications and tender drawings.
The contractor shall submit in triplicate, the technical literature for each item of the
equipment intended for use on the project, to the consultant for the necessary
approval.
If in case the technical literature is not available, then a sample shall be submitted:
in the absence of either of these, typed technical data shall be submitted duly
supported by the written confirmation from the manufacturer for confirmation.
In the event that items involving aesthetics, like light fittings, wiring accessories,
smoke / heat detectors, etc., samples must be submitted for approval along with the
materials submittals.
Each copy of the submittals shall be numbered and signed with the technical
literature clearly highlighted, indicating the model, type and capacity of the
equipment offered. The consultant shall retain two for copies and return one, either
Approved or Not Approved, to the contractor.
The contractor shall maintain and submit to the Consultant a status report every
month, of all the materials submittals for electrical equipment in the format that
follows:
1. Submittal Number
2. Equipment / Model Number
3. Manufacturer / Local Agent
4. Date of Approval
5. Date of Order / Order Number
6. Mode of Delivery ( Air, Land or Sea )
7. ETA on Site
8. Status as at the date of the Report
b. Equipment Supply
All the equipment for the project shall be procured only through the appointed local
agent in Qatar, who shall be the authorized agent and be able to supply the spare
parts etc., for the items anytime in the future. The Contractor shall mark the same
clearly on the submittals (item No. 3. above).
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In case of any item/s required to be purchased direct from outside the country (only
for valid reasons) then the contractor shall mention the same in the submittal and
obtain prior and specific written approval from the consultant.
Each item of equipment shall be delivered to site in sections suitable for installation
in the position designated, bearing in mind the location, type of structure,
construction program and the method of access.
d. Design References
Any design, for any of the systems, detailed on the Tender drawings, that require
amendments or differs from that available at the time of construction, due to the
change in the manufacturers range of production or availability etc., then the
contractor shall discuss the matter with the Consultant and obtain an approved
readily available alternative. Accordingly, the contractor shall make a fresh
submittal based on the Consultants advice and obtain approval to provide the
revised system.
The contractor shall inform the consultant within one week upon receipt of all the
materials at the site and arrange for the inspection of the same by the Consultant.
Any material used at site not approved specifically prior to delivery shall stand
rejected.
Any item of supply found found at site that differs from the examples shown in the
submittal catalogue or the submitted sample will also be rejected at site. In such
cases, the contractor shall make a fresh submittal for the item and obtain approval
from the Consultant. Any time-delay caused due to the above shall be on the
Contractors account.
The contractor will have to remove the rejected materials from the site and replace
with approved materials at his own expense. In the event the contractor fails to do
so, the client will have the liberty to carry out such works with the assistance of other
agencies and debit the ensuing amount to the Contractor.
The contractor shall be responsible for the safe keeping and storage of the
materials at site and provision of such protective covering as may be necessary to
ensure that on completion, all items are handed over in sound condition with all
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protective finishes undamaged. The material storage, handling & protection at site
shall be strictly as per the relevant QCS sections.
Equipment and materials that shall be used as the basis for the design are listed in
the Schedule of Manufacturers. The bidder may submit alternative proposals for
any of the equipment or material for the Consultants consideration but only in cases
where the specified item(s) are not available due to valid reasons. The Consultant
will only consider such alternatives before the tender is accepted and the
Consultants decision will be final regarding the matter.
If the proposed alternatives are accepted, the Consultant will confirm the
acceptance of the same in writing. During the execution of the contract, no
alternative equipment, materials or fittings will be permitted other than the approved
and the Contractor is cautioned that any item provided by him which is not up to the
specification requirements, must be replaced at his own expense. In cases where
time will not permit, then such replacements shall be at the clients convenience, but
nevertheless at the Contractors expense.
The location of switches and other electrical accessories as indicated on the tender
drawings is tentative and may require some variation to suit the site requirements.
The exact positions must be checked and shown on the detailed working drawings
as indicated on the detailed Architectural drawings and coordinated with the Interior
Design scheme and other services.
21.1.15 SAFETY
The Contractor shall maintain all the necessary safety procedures at site to protect
manpower and machinery. Temporary electricity supplies either generated on-site or
obtained from supply authorities shall be effectively earthed and protected with
suitable earth leakage circuit breakers.
The socket outlets used for construction shall have enclosures and construction with
ingress protection rating IP67, and shall be of the industrial type with suitable plugs
etc. to comply with BS EN 60309. The cables and socket outlets shall be protected
against mechanical damage at site. The assembly of the socket outlets shall be
properly wired and mounted on purpose made racks fabricated out of sheet steel
and angle iron. These racks shall be securely fixed on the wall at convenient places
and shall also be earthed. Wooden racks will not be allowed to be used for this
temporary supply.
The cables shall also be properly supported on the wall. Only those wires used for
the final connections from the socket outlets to the tools will be allowed to lie on the
floor preferably protected against mechanical damage.
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The Contractor shall provide single line wiring scheme for the construction site
temporary power supplies for the approval of the Consultant and carry out the works
strictly in accordance with QGEWC Regulations.
The Main contractor shall ensure that the Sub-Contractor appointed for Electrical
works shall have a valid license from the QGEWC. The grade of license shall also
be in accordance with the total load of this project. A copy of the License shall be
submitted to the Consultant.
The Contractor shall submit the qualifications and experience particulars of the
Electrical Engineers, Electrical Foreman and Electricians to be employed on the
project along with their QGEWC license copies, and obtain approval from the
consultant. Once the approval is obtained, the contractor shall not replace the staff
from site. In case the same becomes necessary, re-approval should be obtained
and the new staff shall continue with the old staff for a minimum period of 30 days
before the later is withdrawn from the site. In such cases, the proposed
replacement personnel shall have a minimum of 5 years local experience. The
consultant will reject any application with less than 5 years of experience.
21.1.17 PERMITS
The contractor shall obtain all necessary permits prior to commencement of work
and obtain current record drawings of existing services already installed. All
applications for permits etc., shall be made in writing to the relevant authorities, a
minimum of 7 days prior to the execution of the work. The Contractor is fully
responsible for obtaining the necessary permits from the authorities for his work site
as well as for any works in connection with others.
Any plant or material that is damaged by any means whatsoever shall not be used
in the works. Should the contractor wish to rectify such damage in order to utilize
the plant or materials in the permanent works, the matter shall be brought to the
attention of the Consultant, who in turn shall conduct a proper survey after which
the necessary instructions will be issued. Only after obtaining written permission
from the Consultant shall any remedial work be carried out.
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The protective finishes must be provided on all materials and Equipments used in
this contract to ensure that no deterioration is caused by the interaction of local
climatic conditions.
The Contractor or his representative shall before shipment inspect all materials and
equipment to ensure that the finishes are in accordance with the specifications and
protected against deterioration.
All main switches, isolating switches, distribution boards and main switch boards
shall have labels fixed to the outside by means of four small round-head screws.
Labels shall not be less than 50 mm x12 mm high, and engraved with 6 mm or
more, black lettering to indicate the purpose of the switch or distribution board. The
labels shall be of white / black / white Traffolyte substrates. The minimum height of
lettering for switchgear equipment shall be 6 mm.
Each underground cable shall have its size and feeders name engraved / punched
on an aluminium strip 12 mm wide of 16 gauge thickness and shall be tightened on
each end where cables enter / come out of the trench or soil.
All accessible switchboards and distribution boards shall be provided with warning
plates DANGER - 440 VOLTS having 8 mm red letter on white vitreous enamel
plate.
Provision shall be made by the Contractor for the Consultant or the Client or the
Client's representative to witness tests of major items of equipment at the
manufacturers works.
The Consultant will advise the contractor at the time of commencement of the
contract of the list of equipment to be inspected and the contractor shall give the
Consultant the required notice of the date on which the plant will be ready for
witness testing.
The Consultant will signify his intention to attend the tests or accept the contractor's
test sheets without witness. The contractor shall supply all the original test
certificates to the Consultant / Client at the time of handing over the project.
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The contractor shall provide six copies of the project Operation & Maintenance
Manuals in the form of Lever Arch type bound documents indicating the following:
The O&M Manuals shall also be provided as full content soft copies (x6) recorded
upon DVD discs.
After the working drawings have been approved, no alteration to the drawings shall
be carried out without the consent of the Consultant. These changes shall be
supported by sketches and incorporated on the AS-BUILT drawings, which are to
be submitted to the Consultant within one month of on-site project completion.
The contractor shall guarantee the entire Electrical System installed against faulty /
inappropriate materials and or workmanship for the period of maintenance of 400
days (Four Hundred) from the date, the installation is tested, commissioned and
accepted by the Consultant, and shall commence only after the availability of the
QGEWC mains Electric Supply at site. Also where longer guarantee or warranty
periods are otherwise declared, for any equipment or materials such longer terms
shall apply to these items.
The Contractor shall submit a single guarantee for the entire contract works, which
states that all parts of the work are in accordance with the contract documents. For
the duration of the maintenance period, the contractor shall repair any deficiencies,
within 24 hours of notification at no additional cost to the contract.
If the Contractor fails to promptly attend to any such faults as mentioned above
within the specified time, then the client shall make his own arrangements to rectify
the fault but nevertheless at the Contractors expense.
The Contractor shall allow for the KAHRAMAA connection fee in his price based on
the KW connected load for the project. However, if there is a change in the fee tariff
by KAHRAMAA at the time of Construction, / Connection, the Contractor shall not
be paid for any additional cost.
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21.2.01 TRANSFOMERS
1) SCOPE
b. The transformers shall be two winding, cast resin, natural air cooled (without
any forced ventilation) with metallic enclosure, and connected through
bushings in cable boxes.
2) ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
a. Altitude - low lying, generally close to sea level, no part exceeding 100m
above sea level.
b. Maximum air temperature 50oC ( 46oC typical).
c. Minimum air temperature 0oC ( 10oC typical)
d. Mean maximum summer air temperature, 45oC typical.
e. Mean maximum exposed sunlight temperature, 75oC
f. Solar radiation- peak, 1030 Watts/sq.m.
g. Humidity - 100% humidity is common throughout the year and may occur at
air temperature of 30oC or more.
h. Rainfall - very low on average. The winter season may bring infrequent very
heavy rainfall.
i. General atmospheric conditions: A hot atmosphere containing very fine,
highly penetrating dust particles. In parts the atmosphere contains a highly
corrosive salt laden sea mist. Prevailing winds generally from the north west,
mostly light but occasionally gusting in excess of 30 knots
3) SYSTEM CONDITIONS
The 11kV system has three phase, 3-wire system with star point earthed through
earthing transformer at 66/11KV primary sub-station.
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The LV System has 5 wires i.e. 3 Phase + Neutral + Earth. Neutral and earth is
directly shorted at the Distribution Substation end. A consumer earth terminal is
provided.
4) APPLICABLE STANDARDS
Transformers
IEC 60076-11 Dry type Power Transformers.
IEC 60076 Power Transformers
IEC 60076-10 Power Transformers Determination of Sound Levels.
IEC 60905 Loading guide for Dry Type Power Transformers.
BS 2562 Specifications for Cable Boxes for Transformers, Flanges,
Bushings
BS 6435 Un-filled enclosure for dry termination of HV Cables for
transformers
Surface Preparation, Coating & painting Works
ISO 8501-1 to 4 Preparation of Steel Substrates before application of paints
and r elated products.
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2) The transformer shall be fitted inside sheet steel enclosure having IP protection
degree of IP23D with natural air ventilation. However, all ventilation louvers and
other openings (if any) at top or bottom of enclosure should be closed with
strong non-corrosive metallic vermin screens (aperture size not more than 2mm
dia)
3) The Transformer or its Enclosure shall not be fitted with any forced ventilation or
exhaust fans. Only the natural air ventilation available in the civil building room
shall be able to provide necessary ventilation needs. The manufacturer needs to
provide necessary air flow requirements and sizing details for ventilation of
indoor civil room construction.
6) The sub-assemblies of the transformer shall be so designed that they should not
un-duly increase the vibrations or cause resonance. Anti-vibration mounts shall
be incorporated to reduce vibration & noise levels.
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2) Ratings
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a) Off-circuit tapping selection shall be made by the use of bolted links on the HV
winding. The tapping range shall be 5% in steps of 2.5% For total 5 tap
positions.
b) Current carrying capacity of the bolted links for tapping shall be capable of
withstanding the rated short-circuits capacity.
a) The flux density at any point of the magnetic circuit when the transformer is
connected on normal tap (3) and operating at normal voltage and frequency
shall not be more than 1.6 Tesla, and well below the saturation level. Proof of
this shall be submitted for verification in the form of B/AT magnetizing curves of
the magnetic core assembly
b) The maximum temperature rises of the windings shall not exceed by 850K over
an ambient temperature of 500C, when fully loaded the transformer inside the
specified sheet steel enclosure without forced ventilation.
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b) The maximum values of sound pressure and sound power levels, measured
at a distance of 1 meter from the principal radiating surface, are as
mentioned below
a. Special tests for climatic, environmental and fire behavior classes shall be
carried out as per the tests specified in clauses# 26, 27 and 28 of IEC
60076-11 in a reputed independent testing laboratory.
b. A transformer is considered to be passed these tests, when all the
prescribed tests are conducted on same transformer in the sequence as
given in table-5 of IEC 60076-11.
c. The climatic class of the transformers shall conform to: Class C1
d. The Environmental class of the transformer shall conform to: Class E2
e. The Fire behavior class of the transformer shall conform to: Class F1
Each Transformer, as well as the associated enclosure, shall be fitted with individual
rating plates of weather-proof materials, in a visible position, showing all the items
indicated below. The entries on the plate shall be indelibly marked (that is, by
etching, engraving, stamping, or by a photo-chemical process)
a. Dry-Type transformer
b. Compliance standards reference
c. Manufacturer Name
d. Manufacturers serial number
e. Month & Year of manufacture
f. KM Contact/Tender number
g. Insulation system temperature of each winding
h. Number of phases
i. Rated frequency
j. Rated voltage including tapping voltages
k. Rated current
l. Connection symbol
m. Short circuit impedance at 750C
n. Type of cooling
o. Insulation Levels
p. Degree of Protection
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q. Environmental class
r. Climatic class
s. Fire behavior class
t. Total mass with and without enclosure
a. The magnetic core shall be constructed from high grade, low watt loss, cold
rolled grain oriented silicon steel sheets, having specific watt loss of not
more than 0.95w/kg at 1.7T and 50Hz, and conforming to IEC 60404-8-
7:2008 and IEC 60404-1: 2000.
b. The construction of yoke and limbs shall be such that best space factor and
highest dimensional accuracy is achieved to ensure low core losses and
nose levels.
d. The clamping structure shall not allow any bolt piercing the core lamination in
order to avoid circulating current in the core and local concentration of the
flux in the yoke
e. The limb & yoke core joints shall be interleaved using modern step-lap
technology to achieve optimum conformity of magnetic flux pattern.
f. The core shall be pressed and banded and shall be clamped and bolted at
the top and bottom in such a manner as to ensure that no distortion shall
take place when the transformer is subjected to magneto motive forces
equivalent to those which would be present in the event of a total short
circuit being applied across the low voltage terminal with an infinite power
supply at normal voltage and frequency available, at the high voltage
terminals.
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g. All bus-bars shall be made of hard drawn high purity electrolytic copper with
electro-tin plating.
2) Windings
b. The casting shall be such that the composite structure shall have sufficient
resilience strength against stresses developed due to differences in co-
efficient of thermal expansions between insulation materials and copper.
f. The completed winding stack assembly and connections shall have sufficient
mechanical rigidity to ensure no distortion or movement of any one winding,
or to any other winding or section of windings, shall take place when the
transformers is subjected to the short circuit stresses created by a total short
circuit at the low voltage terminals with an infinite power supply at normal
voltage and frequency available for two seconds at the high voltage
terminals.
h. The winding insulation shall be such that the transformer may be operated at
155 C with no deterioration of the insulation properties as per IEC 60076-11
requirements. It shall comply with the requirements of Class F/F insulating
materials.
i. The high voltage and low voltage connections shall be brought out on
opposite sides of the transformer
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j. The windings shall be connected Delta Star in accordance with Vector Group
reference Dyn11.
k. All leads or bars from windings to the termination points, shall be rigidly
supported. Stresses on coils and connections must be avoided.
3) Enclosure
However, all ventilation louvers and other openings (if any) at top, sides, or
bottom of enclosure should be closed with strong non-corrosive metallic
vermin screens (aperture size not more than 2mm dia). If so desired, number
of ventilation louvers may be increased to take care of ventilation
requirements, but these must be closed with vermin proof metallic screens.
c. All side panels and top of the enclosure shall be removable type using
standard metric spanners. No handles or other aids to easy removal of
panels shall be employed. All bolts & nuts shall be electro-plated to prevent
from corrosion.
a) Earthing Terminal
Two stainless steel earthing flags, of size 63x63mm , and 6mm thick each, having
hole suitable for connecting M14 bolt, or an equivalent arrangement shall be
provided at bottom of the transformer frame work on either side. All exposed
metallic conductive non-live parts shall be connected to earth terminals by
construction through full earth fault rated conductors/braids.
The transformer with enclosure assembly shall be fitted with two lifting lugs enabling
lifting of transformer and enclosure assembly. The position of the lugs facilitates
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Four lifting (hoist) eyelets shall be provided on all four corners (one at each corner)
of upper press-beams/clamp-bars of the transformer, to facilitate lifting of
transformer alone (without enclosure) when required.
Four haulage holes shall be provided on all four corners of lower press-
beam/clamping-bar (one at each corner).
Four bi-directional flat rollers with blocking facilities (as mentioned below) are to be
fitted at base of the transformer, on to which entire load of transformer & enclose
assembly shall be transmitted.
Rating and connection diagram plates with details as described in clause # 5.1 shall
be provided both on transformer and enclosure. Colour coding (Red, Yellow &
Blue), with indelible markings, shall be provided at suitable locations on the frame of
active part, to identify phase of each core, and inside cable boxes to identify phases
of HV & LV terminals.
h) Danger Boards
i) Viewing Window
A transparent viewing window, of 6 inch x 4 inch size, with 5mm thick clear
polycarbonate sheet shall be fitted on enclosure at front, to view the tapping
position of transformer. This fixture shall have IP 65 protection with necessary
gasket(s).
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A chart showing the combination of links positions for each tap position shall be
permanently fitted on enclosure at front. The details on the chart shall be indelibly
marked by etching, or engraving, or stamping, or by photo-chemical process
1. At least 2 sets of PT100 based, high accuracy, RTD type PTC Temperature
sensors shall be embedded into to each phase of LV winding.
2. The sensors & its associated wiring shall be insulated, to avoid occurrence
of any short circuits with the transformer winding. The sensors shall be
placed as close as possible to the hottest spot in the winding.
3. The insertion of sensors shall be made through capillary tube to enable them
to be replaced whenever necessary.
4. The first set of the sensors shall be set to give alarm signal at 1400C, and
the second set shall be set to give trip signal at 1500C. These values shall
be in conformity with Class F insulation.
5. The alarm and trip signals shall be in the form of voltage free relay output
contacts. Each output relay contacts shall have at least 2NO+2 NC and each
rated for 6@240Vac.
6. The temperature monitoring unit (i.e Electronic converter with relays and
wiring terminal block) shall be capable of operating in the specified local
ambient conditions. It shall be flush mounted on front side of the enclosure.
The unit shall be capable of operating on 240Vac @50Hz power supply.
7. The monitoring unit shall have features of circuit-fault indication, storage of
maximum value of temperature, live voltage indication, status of relay
positions with different coloured light indications, reset facility, etc.
8. The power supply for the monitoring unit shall be connected from
transformer LV output (240Vac, 1-Phase) through suitably rated terminal
blocks. The terminal block shall have additional spare terminals, to facilitate
connecting external power source (auxiliary source), when required.
9. All wiring, to and fro, from the temperature monitoring unit shall be routed
through properly clamped and insulated trunking-channels. No wires shall be
left loose or hanging inside the enclosure.
10. The monitoring units shall not cause any false tripping. It shall be sourced
from reputed brands and its source and technical details to be submitted
along with tendering information.
l) Thermometer
2. Its dial shall be graduated in degrees Centigrade and cover the range 0C to
160C with increment marks at not more than 5C intervals. The dial shall be
fitted with pointers to indicate the winding temperature, and maximum
temperature value with a RED pointer. The maximum temperature pointer
shall be manually re-settable. The thermometer shall be located in a safe
and suitable place to have clear view.
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6) Cable Boxes
b. 2)- High Voltage and low voltage cable boxes shall be mounted on opposite
sides of the transformer.
c. HV & LV Cable boxes shall be suitable for vertical bottom entry of cables.
However LV cable box shall also have suitable facility (in addition to this bottom
cable entry) for top entry bus-bar connections, when required. [Note: Bus-
connections shall be made through cable box only, they should not be made
through top of enclosure directly]
d. The bushing heights of HV and LV shall be 1320 mm from the enclosure base to
centre of bushings assembly.
e. The construction shall be such that the accumulation of water is avoided and the
box is effectively sealed against weather and insects
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f. The minimum size of any fixing stud or bolt for securing a front cover plate shall
be M10 mild steel. All bolts used in assembly of cables boxes or enclosure shall
be electroplated for corrosion protection
g. Gaskets, where applicable shall be of nitrile rubber-bonded cork and shall not be
less than 5mm thick. [Note: Neoprene based cork gaskets are not to be used]
7) QUALITY CONTROL
8) TESTS
1) General
b. KM reserves the right to verify the original test certificates & reports, if
required.
c. Special tests for climatic, environmental and fire behavior classes shall be
carried out as per the tests specified in clauses# 26, 27 and 28 of IEC
60076-11. A transformer is considered to be passed these tests, when all
the prescribed tests are conducted on same transformer in the sequence as
given in table-5 of IEC 60076-11.
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between manufacturing date and delivery date should not be more than 6-
months.
10) WARRANTY
Any Transformer unit failed while in service, with-in the warranty period, need to be
replaced with new unit free of cost. Further, the manufacturer/supplier need to
arrange for fault or abnormality analysis of any units(s) by reputed independent
agencies, when required by Kharamaa and respective abnormality and fault-
analysis report(s) to be submitted.
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21.2.2 MV PANELS
a. General
Main MV switch board [MV Panels] shall be provided for the connection of incoming
mains and / or standby electrical power supplies and subsequent mains distribution
as shown on the single line drawings. The Switchboard shall be provided complete
with all the necessary functional, protective and control devices and be fit for
purpose.
The main horizontal bus-bars shall be so positioned within the panel to account for
the most efficient and safe connection of the functional units and shall be
segregated from all other parts by a separate enclosure. The outgoing functional
units shall only be tapped from the branch bus-bar sections.
The panel shall have adequate space for the termination of the cables and facilities
shall be made from connecting parallel cables to the outgoing MCCBs where this is
required. All cables shall be terminated direct onto extension bus-bar sections
appropriately routed, supported and braced from the circuit breaker terminals.
The electricity supply shall be 415 volts, 3 phase, 4 wire, 50 Hz alternating current.
The switchgear and bus-bar system comprising of three phase and neutral shall be
of fully insulated tinned copper bus-bars, including heavy duty shrouds or boots to
all connection joints and terminations. incorporating withdraw able motorized and
manual main Air Circuit Breakers and MCCBs shall be of cubical type having a
minimum fault rating of 44 kA for 3 seconds. The ratings shall apply to the whole
switch board including main air-circuit breaker, main bus-bars, MCCBs etc.
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Conformance with the standards and this specification are mandatory and shall be
both assured and traceable by the application of comprehensive verification and
testing activities commencing with the manufacture of individual components
through to final assembly.
b. Switchboard Enclosures
1. Enclosure.
2. Main and distribution bus-bars.
3. Functional units (circuit breakers, metering & protection relays).
4. Chambers for the induction and routing of cables.
5. Terminals for connection of external conductors.
The switchboard sections shall be floor standing and modular in construction and
assembled into a single block that can readily be dissembled at the manufacturing
plant and shipped to site for reassembly. These operations shall only be performed
by the manufacturers own trained and skilled factory and field operatives.
The assembled switchboard dimensions shall not exceed those shown on the layout
and details drawings but in any event the height shall be limited to no more than
2200 mm above finished floor level. As a minimum the installed switchboard shall
have front and rear clearances from nearest walls / columns of 900 mm from the
outer edge of the largest hinged access panel which is fully in the open position. In
addition the minimum clearances at the switchboard ends and nearest walls /
columns shall be 1900 mm as this dimension includes 1000 mm for possible future
extensions. (refer to the approval civil substation).
All panels provided for front and rear access shall be installed on robust hinges
which can be readily demounted by use of a hand tool if so required. The size and
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weight of each access panel shall be limited to minimum sizes for adequate access
and be split into twin doors where possible in order to reduce the necessary
clearances specified above.
Each section of the switchboard shall be provided with removable heavy duty
threaded lifting eyes installed in position on the top at each corner. The lifting eyes
shall be designed and installed to comfortably withstand the dynamic weight of the
MSB section spread over all four lifting points with a safety factor of x2 or more.
The MSB enclosure and framework shall be manufactured of hot dipped galvanised
mild steel channels and plates. The minimum thickness of mild steel used shall be
as follows:
All the enclosure and frame metalwork shall prior to painting be first cleaned and
degreased before being primed with zinc spray ready for the application of acrylic
stove enamel paint coats. Two paint undercoats shall be applied before final cover
with a finishing coat. Between each coat the surfaces shall be rubbed down and
washed ready to receive the next coat. Surfaces within the enclosure interior shall
be coloured white while the exterior surfaces shall have a Green finish to BS 4800,
shade 14E53. Minor damage caused to paint surfaces during transit or installation
may be repaired at site by the manufacturers own skilled site operatives. Damage
to large areas of paint or denting of metal plates will require either the switchboard
or the steel plates (if removable by undoing set screws or bolts) to be returned to
the manufacturer for repair at cost to the contractor.
c. Cabling Facilities
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Each cubicle shall include cabling and termination chambers for all the cables
connecting to devices to be housed within that cubicle plus any specified spare
capacity. Cables shall not be permitted to gland or terminate at one cubicle en-route
to another cubicle.
All switchboards shall be arranged for both front and rear access for cabling and
maintenance operations.
All switchboards shall be arranged to allow for both top and bottom entry for each
cable plus top and bottom glanding facilities to give full flexibility during cable
installation operations on site.
Cable gland plates provided for the incoming and outgoing cables shall be made of
a non-ferrous material. The gland plates shall be pre-drilled to accept the
appropriate number and sizes of cable glands for the actual cables to be installed at
each cubicle plus the spare capacity.
Where outgoing cables are to be connected to the terminals of circuit breakers then
this shall be achieved by HDC bus-bars extended to the designated integral cabling
and termination chambers where the bus-bars shall include sufficient pre-drilled
holes and space to readily terminate the number of cable cores specified including
multiple cables to be connected in parallel.
All cable connections to bus-bars shall be made via compression type cable lugs
secured to the bus-bars by nut, spring washer & bolt fixings through the pre-drilled
holes. Screw down clamp connections or cable terminal blocks shall not be
permitted.
e. Conductors
The switchboard bus-bars shall be fully rated for the maximum incoming circuit
breaker frame size to be provided and subject to a 2500 Amp minimum rating.
Bus-bars shall be made of tinned hard drawn copper [HDC] bars of the appropriate
cross-section rated for the maximum design and fault currents to be expected.
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All main bus-bar sections and subsidiary sections and connectors shall be
adequately braced and rigidly supported throughout the entire lengths as
appropriate. No signs of distortion, deflection or creepage shall be visible through
the effects of physical or thermal stress or strains once all cables are connected.
All circuit breakers shall be connected to the bus-bars by HDC bus-bar link sections
and not cables.
f. Earthing
Each switchboard shall be provided with an externally mounted earth bar made of
50 mm x 6 mm tinned hard drawn copper bar and provided along the full length of
the board fixed to the topside and adjacent the front edge.
This earth bar shall be connected to the neutral bar by means of a bolted and
removable test link positioned on top of the mains incomer switchboard section.
This link is required for the star point earthing of the associated distribution
transformer and should suitable constructed for this purpose. A permanent
engraved warning label is to be provided alongside the test link in a normally visible
position to read IMPORTANT STAR POINT EARTHING DO NOT REMOVE.
Label to have red foreground and white text.
It is important that the test link is installed in position at the manufacturers works to
link the earth and neutral bars.
The top mounted earth bar shall be extended into the cabling compartments of each
switchboard section to be provided for the termination of circuit protective
conductors for each of the functional units.
Throughout the entire length of the earth bar a selection of M6, M8, M10, M12 pre-
drilled holes shall be provided in the appropriate locations for termination of all the
cables planned plus 20% extra provision.
An adequately designed and constructed coupling piece shall be supplied to link the
earth bar on top of each section to the neighbouring sections.
g. Operating handles
All moulded case circuit breakers shall be housed in individual cubicles with hinged
front opening doors. The circuit breaker shall be operated by means of specially
designed and robust moulded plastic rotary handles in conjunction with steel shafts
and spring loaded mechanisms. The action of opening or closing the circuit breaker
shall be smooth and precise and the service status positively indicated: Open
/Closed/Tripped.
The hinged cubicle doors shall be prevented from opening while the circuit breaker
is in the closed position by means of an interlock that cannot be readily defeated
with or without a tool.
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The rotary handles shall all be provided with mechanisms that can be padlocked in
both in the open or closed positions.
h. Labels
The switchboard shall be provided with a full complement of labels, tags and plates
that will assist the permit the safe and informed switching or maintenance
operations to be performed throughout the service life.
All such labels, tags and plates shall be permanent in nature and meet the minimum
quality requirements outlined here.
The labels shall all comprise high quality durable traffolyte plaques with substrate
layers revealed by the process of engraving to form the intended label text or
graphic. The material and finish shall be resistant to discolouration and degradation
through the effects of the environment. The labels shall be a minimum of 3.0 mm
thickness and the edges of each shall be neatly chamfered.
Labels shall be fixed to the panel by countersunk brass set screws neatly and
accurately fixed to the switchboard fascia. The use of adhesives for fixing shall not
be permitted.
Prior to ordering any labels the contractor shall present the Engineers for approval
with a schedule to identify all labels that will be produced with proposals for the
information to be included, letter height and colours of the label foreground and the
text.
As a minimum the contractor will be deemed to have included in the bid for 3
foreground and 3 text colours offered in any combination. The label text should be
of a size to be clearly read from a distance of up to 3 metres in front of the
switchboard.
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The inspections activities shall verify but not be confined to the following:
1. All components are present and of the correct type as compared to the
workshop drawing.
2. The arrangement displays no non-conformities in relation to the relevant
standards and good working practices.
3. All conductors are present and configured correctly.
4. All insulation sheaths and boots are fitted and adequately applied or fixed in
position without any damage.
5. The insulation colours match the functions of the conductors identified.
6. All barriers and partitions are present and correctly installed to screen off the
intended live parts.
7. All terminations and joints have been correctly made and to the
recommended torque or tightness.
8. The correct type and quantity of washers have been selected and used.
9. The type, ratings and settings of all circuit breakers and fuses are correct.
10. All relays, indicators lamps and metering are present and correct.
11. All operating handles are correctly engaged and positively actuate the
devices without undue effort.
12. All labels and warning notices are provided and adequately fixed in the all
the locations required.
13. The enclosure panels are free of damage or blemishes.
14. The enclosure colours are in accordance with the specification requirements.
15. The enclosure surfaces are clean and not debris of any kind remains within.
The testing activities shall verify but not be confined to the following:
1. Polarity.
2. Earth continuity.
3. Insulation.
4. Flash and impulse.
5. Operation of protection relays, indicator lamps and metering.
6. Operation of residual current devices to verify compliance with BS EN
7671:2008.
1. All component parts are provided and cross referenced to the shop drawings
and specification.
2. All components are correctly assembled and configured.
3. All components and surfaces are free from damage and blemishes.
4. The test Engineers comprehensive inspection and testing reports and
results are present and the switchboard section is signed off as completed
by both the Production Engineer(s) and the Testing Engineer(s). Copies of
these documents along with the completed and signed PDI checklist are to
be placed inside the switchboard section within a durable Perspex wallet.
TRIPPING BATTERY
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A 30 D.C supply is required for tripping of the MV ACBs through a DC shunt trip of a
restricted earth fault relay. The Contractor to provide for this unit complete with
trickle charger and long life batteries.
The unit shall be designed to operate on 240V, 1 phase, 50 Hz A.C supply and for
continuous duty at an ambient temperature of 50oC and 98% relative humidity.
The Bus-bar risers including the accessories, used for the project shall conform to
BS EN 60439-2 (IEC 439) and with the relevant provisions of the 16th edition of the
Wiring regulations BS 7671.
The 5 bar 3-phase Bus-bar risers shall be constructed to the British standards
requirements; with Extruded aluminium housing and side flanges and be suitable for
both Horizontal and Vertical Installation The trunking shall be of the ventilated totally
enclosed type to provided a degree of protection not less than IP 54 for vertical runs
and IP65 for horizontal runs.
All the Phase and Neutral conductors shall be of copper and of same size and
rating as mentioned in the drawings and shall be supported individually within the
housing of the riser and insulated by high di-electric strength sleeves. Class F
The minimum certified short circuit ratings of the bus-bar trunking shall be as
follows:
The busbar trunking shall be of the totally enclosed sandwiched insulated type
provided with busbars and with suitable tap-off positions as specified in later
clauses.
The moulded bus bar insulation and insulating supports will be made from insulation
possessing flame retardant and self-extinguishing, die-electric and non-hygroscopic
properties.
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Suitable fire barriers of intumescing compound shall be installed when the bus-bar
riser passes through the floors and fire integrity for at least 2 hours shall be
maintained
The joints shall be of single bolt pressure design providing optimum electrical
contact and mechanical strength.
The busbars shall be of rectangular section tinned hard drawn high conductivity
copper.
The joints for splicing adjacent sections together will be silver plated and enclosed
by either moulded insulation bolts or approved taped insulation system.
After assembly, all conductor joints shall be accessible by the removal of covers in
the enclosure. Such covers shall be weather-proof by neoprene gaskets or other
suitable means.
Tap-off Points
1. All lengths of trunking shall be provided with tapping positions at not greater
than 600 mm center.
2. Each tap-off position shall be provided with covers or shutters to screen entry to
live busbars when the position is not occupied with a tap-off unit.
3. The tap-off positions shall be arranged so that the plug- in connectors self align
with the busbars.
4. Tap-off positions shall be suitable for tap-off units to be plugged in either below
or above the busbars.
1. Tap-off boxes shall be rated as detailed in the schedule and drawings attached
to this Specification.
2. Tap-off boxes shall be constructed of sheet metal and shall be complete with
hinged lids and entry gland. The boxes shall house MCCB and neutral link and
have polarity and rating as detailed in the schedule.
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3. Where tap-off boxes are to be inserted into live busbar trunking, they shall be
designed and constructed so that current carrying metal is not exposed during
insertion or removal and that the box in connected to earth before contact is
made with live busbars. The box shall remain earth during removal until all live
connections are disconnected. The design shall ensure that the tap-off can only
be inserted to give the correct polarity.
5. Where switches are connected to the busbars through tap-off points an interlock
shall be provided to prevent removal with the switch in the 'ON' position. These
switches shall comply with the requirement in the LV switchers section of the
Specifications.
6. Each tap-off unit shall be fitted with terminal blocks in order to hook up the
outgoing cables. The size and rate of these terminal blocks shall be chosen
according to the prospective outgoing cable size as indicated in the drawings.
FACTORY TESTING
The manufacturer on each piece of busbar trunking shall carry out the following
tests before it leaves the factory:
SITE TESTING
All test results shall be recorded and submitted to the Engineer for approval.
a. Summary
This Section includes automatic power factor correction equipment rated 600 V and
less.
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b. Submittals
5. Field Test Reports: Indicate and interpret test results for compliance with
performance requirements.
c. Quality Assurance
d. Co-ordination
e. Capacitors (General)
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3. Neon Indicator Lamp for Each Fuse: Connect to illuminate when fuse has
opened, but is still in place, and locate so it is visible from outside the
enclosure.
f. Fixed Capacitors
Internal Wiring: Factory wired, ready for field connection to external circuits at a
single set of pressure terminals.
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2. Advance and Retard push buttons on the control panel to permit manually
controlled capacitor-bank switching.
Contactors: Three pole; rated for the repetitive high-inrush-switching duty of the
capacitor application.
Enclosure Access: Hinged door with hand-operated catch. Door is interlocked with
controls or main circuit breaker to de-energize capacitors when door is opened.
Current Transformer: Type, configuration, and ratio to suit sensing and mounting
conditions.
Main Circuit Breaker: Operable from outside the enclosure to disconnect the unit
and the Operating handle can be padlocked.
Factory test the power factor correction equipment before shipment. Comply with
NEMA CP I. Include the following:
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3. The contractor shall employ a specialist and use suitable power monitoring
equipment at each of the main LV switch room locations to monitor and
record power quality. Upon completion of assessment of harmonic distortion
the contractor shall prepare and present a detailed report of the findings to
the contract administrator.
4. If appropriate, the contractor shall select and install active harmonic filtering
equipment to meet with the requirements of the local wiring regulations.
Companies such as Group Schneider or ABB shall be considered for this
work.
5. The contractor shall include within his tender for a provisional sum of QR
360,000 for the supply, installation and commissioning of the active
harmonic filtering equipment only, to correct any main power supply
distortion as a result of installed equipment within the building.
The switch board shall be of panel board type suitable for Wall mounting as
indicated upon the drawings and comprise of both an incoming and outgoing
moulded case circuit breakers as indicated on the drawings. The switchboard shall
comply with BS EN 60947-1:2007 and as a minimum the internal separation shall
be of Form 2b plus ingress protection to IP32.
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The sub-main switchboard shall incorporate all the items detailed on the drawings
and as detailed in this specification. The sub-main switchboards shall be installed so
as no operating handle is placed at a height that exceeds 2100 m from the finished
floor level.
The main incoming isolator shall form an integral part of the unit and be of the
moulded case circuit breaker (MCCB) type with adjustable thermal and magnetic
settings complying with BS EN 60947-2:2006.
The bus-bars shall be of tinned hard drawn copper type and insulated with PVC
heat shrink sleeves, supported on non-hygroscopic insulating material conforming to
BS 159 and suitably de-rated taking into account insulation applied to the bus-bars
and connections.
The equipment current ratings that have been indicated are the minimum
acceptable but the manufacturers standard items may be utilized provided that they
are not lower ratings than those specified.
The switchboard shall contain a suitable earth bar to at which all circuit protective
conductors, cable glands and required bonded metalwork shall be connected. The
minimum cross sectional area of this earth bar shall be not less than the csa of the
feeder cable conductors. Similarly the neutral bar shall be provided of the same
cross section as the live bus-bars. The neutral and earth bars shall remain
electrically isolated from each other.
The manufacturers blank insulated fillers shall be securely fitted to fill and shield all
unused outgoing circuit breaker spaces plus bus-bar connections. In addition the
circuit breaker sections shall be provided with a hinged metal cover complete with
locking mechanisms.
The contractor shall be responsible for checking access plus builders work details in
order to confirm that the switchboard is constructed and installed as required by the
KAHRAMAA regulations and the relevant British Standards.
The rated service short-circuit breaking capacity (ICS) of all outgoing MCCB shall be
equal to or greater than 25 kA for 3 seconds duration.
All outgoing MCCB in the sub-main switchboards shall be of the selective type to
provide full discrimination with the downstream circuit breakers and conform to BS
EN 60947-2:2006, and shall be of triple-pole in construction with magnetic and
thermal overload protection, de-rated for an ambient temperature of 50oC.
The rating of all MCCBs to be provided in the sub-main switchboards are indicated
upon the drawings.
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All sub-main board panel fascia shall have installed 3 no. maximum demand
indicating ammeters (1 no. for each phase), a voltmeter with selector switch, control
fuses and 3 No. phase live indication lamps.
1. All MSB/SMB shall be provided with digital meter as per shown in the Power
Single Line Diagram to measure/monitor utility consumption downstream
network.
2. Meters use both current and voltage input to calculate energy consumption.
3. All meters shall be equipped standard with an isolated pulse output channel for
BMS interface.
6. Solid core with high quality for CTS with 0.3% maximum error accurate Class
0.1A.
9. LCD display shows kWH, spontaneous and peak demand with manual keyed
rest.
11. Reverse phase indicator LED illuminates if the meter is improperly installed.
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General
These boards shall be Type B factory assembled suitable for flush or surface
mounting as indicated on the tender drawings. Distribution boards shall be
complete with all the specified outgoing circuit protective devices eg. MCB / ELCB /
RCCBs, incoming isolators and other accessories as indicated or required.
The enclosures shall be fabricated from zinc coated sheet steel having adequate
gauge to ensure a rigid and robust construction free from distortion. Each enclosure
shall be of adequate size to accommodate all components specified and be finished
in stove enamel.
The enclosure shall be fitted with a sheet steel front panel, which shall be firmly
fixed by a minimum of 4 no. cheese-head screws of minimum of 6 mm in length.
The front panel shall be manufactured with neatly cut apertures to allow, the MCBs
/ RCCBs levers to comfortably protrude through. The front panel shall however
effectively conceal and segregate all conductors, contactors, bus-bars and any
other live parts installed within the enclosures. Each enclosure shall be fitted with a
rigidly constructed double-hinged sheet steel door with locking mechanisms.
All doors shall be provided with gaskets and fitted with at least two robust hinges.
The bus-bars shall be of the electrotinned copper type. Multi-terminal bus-bars
shall be provided for all the neutral & earth conductors and shall not be shared (a
single conductor per terminal only).
Distribution boards located remote from the Main Panel, or sub-main boards shall be
mounted at a height of not less than 1200mm to the center of the board from the
finished floor level and the maximum height from the finished floor level to the top of
the board shall be 2200mm.
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Where single phase distribution boards are specified, they shall be complete with
double-pole incomer isolator and where 3 phase distribution boards are specified,
they shall be complete with triple-pole incomer Isolator and removable /
demountable neutral link. An ELCB shall not be accepted or used as the DB main
disconnect switch for any distribution board.
Earth and Neutral bars located in distribution boards shall have the same number of
connections as there are for phase connections.
All phase and neutral bars shall be sized to carry the full rated current of the
associated protective device and shall be of the flat tinned-copper type rigidly
mounted, supported on shock resisting, non-hygroscopic, high-grade insulators with
high resistance to tracking, not subject to mold growth or termite attack with
adequate space and clearances.
Connections from the bus-bars to the breakers shall be made by using solid circular
conductors or insulated and tinned copper strip neatly set and formed. Each
connection to or from the phase or neutral bar shall have its own brass fixing
screws, washers and locknuts. Each distribution board shall be fitted with an
identification label on its front cover.
The label shall be suitably inscribed stating the distribution boards reference
number / rating in volts and amperes and the number of ways in both English and
Arabic.
In addition to the above a reference card shall be fitted inside the distribution board
giving details of each circuit, MCB size, cable size, the SMDB to which it is
connected and the location etc., The reference cards shall be fixed to the inside of
the distribution boards door within a protective transparent plastic envelope.
All live terminals and parts shall be shrouded with insulating materials in the form of
shields, barriers and applied insulation to ensure that it is impossible for any live part
to be touched while withdrawing or replacing the MCBs. All distribution boards
should conform to a minimum ingress protection of IP 30.
Outgoing circuit breakers shall generally be MCB that comply with BS EN 60898-
2:2006. The circuit breakers with the indicated ratings (calibrated for an ambient
temperature of 50oC) but the rating must never exceed the declared current carrying
capacity of the final circuit conductors.
All distribution boards and the circuit breakers shall be selected and sourced from a
single manufacturer and the same range throughout the whole of the works.
Air circuit breakers shall be triple pole, for main in comer ACBs certified by KEMA,
ASTA or other test station approved by the Engineer in writing prior to acceptance
of Tender, for a rated short time current of 44KA at 415V for 3.0 seconds minimum.
Meeting with BSEN60947-2 or IEC 974-2 sequence I, II, III and IV tests (for circuit
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breakers of utilization category B), tested in same enclosure as which they are to be
installed unless otherwise is indicated on the drawings.
Air Circuit breakers shall be electrically fully motorized of the horizontal draw out
pattern with full load current ratings, all as detailed on the drawings.
The rated service breaking capacity (ICS) and rated short time withstand current
(ICW) shall be equal to or greater than ICU.
The ACB section of the switch board shall be in separate cubicle separated from
other parts of the switch board. This section shall not have any outgoing feeders.
The gland plate for the incoming cables shall be no-ferrous material with brass
compression type glands, earthing tags and shrouds. In case single core cables are
used, the clamping arrangement is to be supplied as per the sketch nos.7,8,9 and
10 shown on KAHRAMAA regulations.
ACBs (Electrical or Mechanical) shall have charging lever and a direct acting, open
and close push buttons, stored energy shall allow open/ close/ open sequence of
operation without a use of external energy. Safety features is to allow discharging
stored energy without closing ACB.
Withdrawable circuit breakers shall have auxiliary terminal shield /Arc chute over,
inter phase barrier and automatic safety shutters for screening the fixed contacts
when the breaker is withdrawn to the inspection position. It shall be possible to
padlock the shutters in the closed position.
The control unit shall be of solid-state type with the following minimum facility /
functions:
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Auxiliary Contacts : To include N.O. and N.C contacts on switch gear as required,
plus 2 N.O. and 2 N.C spare contacts.
The Contractor shall provide the moulded case circuit breakers (MCCB) as indicated
on the tender drawings for the outgoing sub-main circuits. They shall be triple-pole,
415 volts, 50 Hz, with both thermal and magnetic over load protection complying
with BS EN 60947-2:2006+A1:2009. At sub-main distribution level the fault
withstand capacity of the circuit breakers shall be not less than 25 kA for 3 seconds
duration. If installed at the Main MV panel level then the fault withstand capacity
shall be not less than 44 kA for 3 seconds duration.
Circuit breakers of 100 A frame size and above shall be supplied complete with
adjustable thermal and magnetic trip settings plus shorttime / delay trip selection.
Circuit breakers shall be constructed of high quality mouldings with all essential
parts treated for corrosion resistance and plated for good electrical conductivity. The
declared over-current capacity of the MCCBs is not to be less than 125% of the
current rating (In) for a time to trip duration of 90 minutes.
Where MCCBs are mounted individually, then, the enclosure shall be manufactured
from heavy sheet steel with removable front plate, and removable gland plates at
top and bottom. Knockouts shall not be accepted. These enclosures shall also
include the necessary cable spreader boxes to comfortably terminate all the cables
to be installed.
Miniature circuit breakers (MCB) shall be utilized to protect all outgoing circuits and
shall be of an approved make to comply with BS EN 60898-2:2006. The trip
mechanisms shall be of the temperature compensated thermal overload and short
circuit trip type. MCB shall be of the single or triple pole type rated and calibrated
as shown on the drawings for an ambient temperature of 50oC. All MCB shall be of
hermetically sealed type with a minimum rated breaking capacity (ICU) of 10kA rated
at 415 V.
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The rated short circuit withstand capacity of all distribution boards shall be a
minimum of 10 kA.
The modular frame size of all MCBs shall be identical so that they can be easily
interchanged. The MCBs shall be of the DIN-rail mounting type (plug-in type are not
acceptable). Circuit breaker dollies shall be of the trip free pattern to prevent
closing the breaker on a faulty circuit without resetting and shall also clearly indicate
the ON/OFF positions. The standard commonly available ratings of MCBs shall be
used for ease of availability.
Earth leakage protection shall be afforded final circuits of distribution boards that
feed power to socket outlets, water heaters and domestic appliances. For three
phase circuits a four-pole ELCB device shall be used and double-pole device for a
single-phase supply. The trip setting shall be 30 mA, unless specified otherwise.
The ELCB device shall be supplied integrated with the MCB (RCBO) as a single
device and shall comply with BS EN 61008-1:2004.
MCBs shall be suitable for use without any distinction to be made between supply
side & load side.
The fault withstands rating for the combined MCB / ELCBs shall not be less than 6
kA.
21.2.10 FUSES
High rupturing capacity (HRC) cartridge fuses shall be used for overload protection
and short circuit protection only where indicated upon the drawings.
The contractor shall include for the provision of HRC fuses of the maximum rating of
all equipment, in compliance with BS 88 for AC 46 Category of Duty and Class Q1
fusing factor.
Confirmation of fuse ratings shall be obtained from the Consultant before placing
any order. HRC fuses provided on this contract shall be supplied by the same
manufacturer and be of the same class or type to ensure adequate discrimination
and grading throughout the distribution system.
a. Description
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All motors shall be provided with heavy duty contactor type motor (fuse-less)
starters, generally complying with the following and protected by means of moulded
case circuit breakers for both overload and short circuit fault conditions. The type of
motor starter to be employed shall be governed by the motor electrical input rating
as follows:
All motor starters shall be grouped and housed with motor control centre (MCC)
panels as indicated upon the drawings. Each MCC panel shall be provided with a
main incoming MCCB capable of carrying the full-load current.
1. On load triple-pole MCCB with two normally open and one normally closed
auxiliary switches. The MCCB shall be mechanically interlocked with the
starter component door and capable of breaking the motor starting current
and of making onto a fault located at the motor terminals. Provisions shall be
made for padlocking the MCCB in the 'OFF' position.
2. Four-pole contactors to be fitted with three normally open and three normally
closed auxiliary contracts. All the auxiliary contacts shall be wired down to
the starter terminal block.
6. One triple-pole thermal over current relay incorporating over current (with
adjustable trip settings), phase sequence and lost phase protection. An
external panel fascia mechanical hand reset button is also to be provided.
7. An appropriately rated (6 A) MCB and one copper link provided to protect the
controls power circuit.
8. Each starter shall be fitted with one set of local start/stop push buttons and a
local/remote/auto selector switch (hand/off/auto) as required. Each starter
control wiring terminal block shall include terminals for connection of remote
push buttons, automatic control circuits and local / remote emergency stop
push buttons.
9. Where more than one motor with a duty/standby (duty/backup) function are
used, the starter control wiring shall be arranged to automatically change
duty upon a fault condition tripping the manually selected duty motor. A
duty/standby sequence selector switch shall also be provided for automatic
timed (hours run) duty sharing between the selected motors.
10. Each starter shall be fitted with transformer operated lamps indicating
i. Motor running (green)
ii. Motor stopped (red)
iii. Overload tripped (amber)
11. Each starter shall be fitted with an ammeter and selector switch for motors of
rating 3 kW and above.
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12. Each starter to be equipped with labels both in English and Arabic giving
drive designation, plant number and control operation.
13. Each starter shall include the wiring terminals and control relays as
necessary to achieve electrical interlocking as may be specified elsewhere.
Starter units that include manual operation facilities shall have push buttons
provided for both starting and stopping operations, together with auxiliary contacts
for remote indicator lights where specified. Starter units arranged for automatic
operation shall have hand/off/auto controls and remote push buttons.
All Star-Delta starters shall be provided with mechanical and electrical interlocks
between the star and delta contactors to prevent short circuiting. Star-Delta starters
shall also be provided adjustable time-delay devices for the automatic change-over
from star to delta.
b. Enclosures
All equipment shall be mounted on sheet steel mounting plate with screws into
tapped holes and all live parts shall be shrouded to a minimum IP2X.
The minimum short circuit withstand rating for the different components shall be 25
kA for 3 seconds duration. However, the contractor shall forward a short circuit
calculation and upgrade the components if found necessary.
c. Internal Wiring
The MCC panels shall be fully wired internally at the manufacturer works to terminal
strips.
The control panel internal wiring shall accord with BS 7671:2008. All internal wiring
of the control panel shall utilize 600/1000V grade single core, circular Tri Rated PVC
(heat resistant) insulated cables of appropriate current carrying capacity complying
with BS 6231.
The control circuits live conductors shall be wired using white colour insulation while
the neutral conductors shall have black colour insulation.
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All cabling within the panel shall be run within appropriately sized purpose made
slotted, plastic trunking, fitted with appropriate retaining clips and arranged to run
continuously around inside the panel. Cables to items of control gear shall then
leave the trunking slots adjacent to their location, with any quantity of cables from
the trunking to control item being formed into a loom using flexible plastic loom
wraps.
d. Fixings
No item of equipment secured within the control panel shall incur penetration of the
main cabinet enclosure for riveting, bolting, etc.
All fixings shall be achieved with adequately sized brass bolts and nuts (or threaded
inserts).
Any fixing bolt visible from the front face of the panel shall be mushroom headed
and bright chromium plated with similar sized visible bolt heads generally used, with
the possible exception of main panel fascia plate retaining bolts which may be
larger.
Each isolator switch, indicator lamp and panel component shall have its function
clearly identified and labeled.
For ease of tracing cabling, at each termination position the cable shall be identified
with a numbered Helerman cable identification ferrule corresponding to the
workshop wiring diagram provided with the control panel.
All label plaques shall be screw fixed engraved black traffolyte having white
substrate with clear and legible letters / numbers, graded in size for emphasis and
positive identification. The intended labeling text and formats shall in all cases be
submitted to the Consultants for approval prior to manufacturing. Warning labels
shall be provided in all compartments and spaces fixed in prominent locations to
warn of any dangerous voltages that may be present eg. 415 V and 240 V.
Engraved traffollyte mimic diagrams plaques shall be provided fixed to all MCC
panel fascia to clearly chart in a single-line format the configuration of electrical
connections. The intended labeling diagram, text and format shall in all cases be
submitted to the Consultants for approval prior to manufacturing.
f. Compensated Equipment
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Any motorized valves and damper controlled via a compensated system, shall be
arranged such that a manual selector switch is provided to override compensated
selection and enable manual opening/closing or on/off control, as appropriate. Any
compensator unit mounted within the control cabinet shall remain in the
manufacturer's purpose made enclosure and be installed strictly in accordance with
the manufacturer's recommendations.
The panels shall contain all the necessary devices for the automatic restart of units
after power failure where required.
Contactors used for any application in the project shall be type tested to AC3 duty
and comply with BS EN 60947-4-1:2001.
The contactors shall be 4-pole units designed for use on ac electrical systems. The
magnet and contact movements shall be horizontal. The contacts shall be double
break, butt- type and each moving contact shall be individually spring-loaded. All
fixed and moving contacts shall be of the silver-cadmium oxide type.
The contactor coils shall be of the continuous rated type. These coils shall be
wound on moulded formers and shall be vacuum impregnated.
a. Overload Relays
These are to be used in conjunction with motor starters to provide protection against
overloads, phase sequence, phase failure (single phasing) and under voltage
conditions.
The relays shall be selected such that the full-load current of the equipment
protected falls at the centre of the relays adjustment range.
For Star-Delta starting, the overload relays shall be placed on the mains supply
contactor.
b. Control Relays
Shall be of the encapsulated plug-in type and incorporate positive visual indication
that the operating coil is energized. Bases for relays shall be mounted horizontally,
to ensure relay is vertical above the base when the control cabinet is in its intended
location. Cable terminals shall be of the screw type, suitable for receipt of spade
type crimped/soldered lugs.
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Adjustable time-delay relays used for Star-Delta starters shall ensure precise
tolerance for the timing function. The relay shall have a linear setting scale over a
350o rotation by means of a knurled knob with calibrated timer setting marks. The
relay shall be equipped with two electrically separated time-delayed contacts, one
normally open and one normally closed.
a. General
These shall be metal clad with front operated handles interlocked with the enclosure
to prevent opening while the switch is closed and Shall comply with BS EN 60947-
3:2009.
The switches shall have clear and positive "On/Off" indications and a means of
locking in "Off" or out of service position.
Enclosures shall have a minimum ingress protection rating of IP65 for external or
damp locations and IP54 for other situations.
Load break switches and switch-fuses should be ARC TESTED (complete system
along with enclosure) and type tested from by a reputed international testing
laboratory for the degree of ingress protection as well as electrical arc testing.
The enclosure should have a reliable position indicator so that in the event the
switch contacts are welded together, the handle (front operated) should deviate
from the ON-Position less than 45o.
Fuses shall comply with BS 88 and be of bolted fixing type, class Q1, certified for
415V and AC3 duty, rated as indicated.
These shall be of the same design as the switch-fuses, fitted with solid copper links
in place of the fuses.
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Enclosures shall have a minimum ingress protection rating of IP65 for external or
damp locations and IP54 for other situations.
Some applications (as identified upon the drawings) may require 2-pole (SPN), 4-
pole (TPN) or 6-pole versions of these switches and these shall be provided where
ever indicated.
21.2.14 CABLES
Wiring to general purpose lighting and power circuits shall be via PVC insulated
single core cables with stranded copper conductors which shall be contained within
adequately sized cable Trunkings and conduits. The cables shall be of 450/750
volts grade conforming to BS 6004:2006 and be sized and configured for each
circuit as described upon the drawings and in conformance with the KAHRAMAA
regulations.
The number and sizes of cables drawn into the conduit / trunking shall not exceed
than that given in the appropriate tables of the KAHRA MAA regulations. In all
cases, it must be possible to draw-in and withdraw any cable(s) without incurring
damage to the remaining cables. The cables to be used shall be colour coded
insulation - Red, Yellow and Blue for the respective phase wiring. Black shall be
reserved for the neutral cables and Green/Yellow stripe for the earth conductor.
The cables shall be installed on the ' loop-in' system (no through wiring), no joints
being made anywhere in the installation.
Cable ends shall be stripped with purpose made cable stripping tools correctly
adjusted to suit the conductor size. All terminations to fittings and accessories
subject to a temperature rise in excess of 130 oF shall be carried out with conductors
insulated with heat resisting material such as Butyl Hypalon or Equal and approved.
Within distribution boards the wires comprising each circuit shall be bound together
and neatly wired into position in an approved manner in-line with good workmanship
practice.
When cables are installed in trunkings the conductors of each circuit shall be bound
together in an approved manner at 600 mm. intervals. In vertical trunkings, cables
shall be supported by means of racks to prevent stress caused by the weight of the
conductors. The overall cross-sectional area of all conductors installed shall not
exceed the 45% space factor permitted by KAHRA MAA.
To identify the wires, each phase wiring insulation shall be of the designated color
and provided with cable marker ferrules to identify the circuit number.
No more than two cable conductors shall be joined in a terminal of any lighting or
small power accessory including light fittings. The minimum conductor size to be
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used for lighting circuits shall be 2.5 mm2, and for 13 A socket ring circuits it shall be
4 mm2.
The cable core identification ferrules or sleeves shall be made of a heat resistant
elastic insulating material which shall be white with a gloss finish. The cable marker
ferrules shall not be adversely affected by contact with oil or moisture. Text
characters shall be suitably and indelibly marked in black.
b. Surface Wiring
Wiring for sub-main wiring and large items of plant shall in general be by multi-core
armoured cables run exposed on the surfaces of cable ladders / trays or fixed and
cleated direct to the building fabric as indicated upon the drawings. The cable
conductors shall be sized to comply with the following:
3. Allowance for 2.5% maximum voltage drop from the transformer secondary
terminals or KAHRA MAA supply point to the furthest most circuit load.
The contractor shall provide armoured cables where-ever specified. These cables
shall be designed for 600/1000 V systems and shall be either PVC/SWA/PVC or
XLPE/SWA/PVC or XLPE/SWA/LSOH type as indicated on the drawings.
Any armoured cable being used at site must bear the manufacturer's name on the
outer sheath and the voltage rating for which it is manufactured.
Cables carrying 3 phase and neutral loads shall be 4 cores, the neutral conductor
having the same cross-sectional area as the phase conductors.
The minimum internal radius of bends in cables shall not be less than that given in
the appropriate Table of the BS 7671:2008.
Parallel cable runs comprising more than one cable shall be fixed by suitable sized
nylon cable cleats at an interval not to exceed 1500 mm along the cable tray or
cable ladder.
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Cables indicated upon the drawings to be buried direct below ground shall be laid at
a minimum depth of 600 mm below the finished grade. The cables shall be laid as
a single layer on a cushion of graded and washed fine builders sand of 200 mm
depth and shall be covered with another layer of 200 mm depth above it. Cable
marking tape shall be installed on the top layer of sand throughout the cable route.
A minimum horizontal clearance of 50 mm shall be maintained between the cables.
Where indicated upon the drawings cables installed below ground shall be drawn
into concrete encased duct banks to cross below roads, paths and paved / concrete
areas. Concrete encased duct banks shall comprise circular PVC ducts of minimum
150 mm diameter buried at a depth of 800 mm. below ground level and surrounded
by a concrete layer of 100 mm. thickness from all sides, unless otherwise specified.
Cable route and joint marker posts of an approved type shall be provided along the
route of buried cables as instructed by the Consultant. Markers shall be installed at
all cable joint positions and all places where the route changes direction and on
straight routes at distances not exceeding 100 m. The provision and installation of
cable markers shall be included in the schedule of rates for excavation and
reinstatement.
Where any part of the cable is buried in the ground, the armouring shall not be used
as the earth and instead a separate PVC sheathed earth conductor shall be
provided and buried alongside the power cable. The size of the earth conductor
shall not be less than half the associated phase conductor but not less than 16
mm2.
The Contractor will be responsible for removing and replacing of all cable trench
covers, free of charge, during the execution of his work as directed by the
Consultant.
All single core and multi-core main power cables shall be installed with cleats or
saddles when fixed along vertical routes. Small power cables, those having
conductor areas of 16 mm2 and less, shall be installed on trays but segregated from
other cables on the same tray by a space of at least 30 mm. All multi-care / pair
control cables shall also be installed on trays dedicated to controls cables.
All cable terminations shall be carried out using compression type cable glands
designed to adequately and firmly secure the steel wire armouring. All armouring
and all faces of armour clamps making contact with them shall be thoroughly
cleaned during installation and all clamps shall be adequately tightened to ensure
good electrical contact. The installation shall be such that there will be no electrical
discontinuity along the armouring and no local hot spots or high resistances. The
means of earthing the armouring to the earth bar at either end shall be provided by
means of an approved metallic bond of adequate conductance and the bonding
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c. Fire Barriers
Mineral insulated cables shall have copper conductors with copper sheath and PVC
over sheaths in all applications.
Neoprene conductor sleeves shall be fitted to the exposed conductors and cold
setting compound shall be used packed within the pot seals for normal applications.
On three phase circuits, the insulation sleeves shall carry distinctive coloured
(red/yellow/blue) bands identifying each phase, and for single phase circuits then a
red band shall be used to mark the phase conductor. For circuits involving 3
phases, the correct phase identification colour bands shall be used, and the
markers shall conform to BS 1710.
Cables shall be fixed to walls or cable tray by means of PVC covered copper clips.
Cable clips and/or saddles shall be of the correct type fire-resistant as made by the
cable manufacturer, or by special copper saddles for runs of large number of
cables.
The distance between fixing centres shall follow manufacturer's recommendations
and the completed installation shall present a neat, appearance, with all cables held
rigidly, all bends and sets neatly formed.
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Cables rising from the floor in exposed positions shall have some form of
mechanical protection for approximately 450 mm. above floor level. This may either
be a short length of metal channel (mainly cable tray).
Frequent insulation tests shall be made during the course of the work to ensure that
pot seals have been installed correctly and in the case of cables buried in the
structure a test shall be made as soon as possible after the cables and its protection
channel have been covered.
While crossing expansion joints, a slight horizontal off-set shall be made in the
cable run in order to take up possible expansion movements.
The Fire rated flexible cables shall comply with the following fire performance
standards:
These cable shall be run in PVC conduits or cable tray / trunkings or run in open
execution (no more than two parallel cables) in the ceiling voids by means of LSOH
coated single hole, fire resistant metal fixing clips. Cable clips and/or saddles shall
be of the correct type as made / recommended by the cable manufacturer or by
special LSOH coated saddles for runs of large number of cables.
While crossing expansion joints, a slight horizontal off-set shall be made in the
cable run in order to take up possible expansion movements.
21.2.15 CONDUITS
a. General
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Polyvinyl Chloride Conduits and accessories shall be used for lighting and small
power circuit wiring unless otherwise specified. These shall be concealed in cast
within the slabs, walls and floor screeds,. In areas external to sealed voids where
the conduits are exposed then galvanised (GI) steel conduits and accessories shall
be used. The use of black enamel (BE) conduits shall not be permitted.
b. UPVC Conduits
The plastic conduits (uPVC) shall be manufactured from heavy gauge, rigid un-
plasticized polyvinyl chloride compound of the high impact grade. The impact
strength shall be tested in accordance with BS EN 61386. No conduit smaller than
20 mm in diameter shall be used.
20 mm dia.: 1.8 mm
25 mm dia.: 1.9 mm
32 mm dia: 2.5 mm
38 mm dia.: 2.5 mm
50 mm dia.: 2.5 mm
All PVC conduit accessories shall be manufactured from rigid uPVC of the same
manufacturer as that of the conduits.
Where a solid fixed joint between a conduit and accessory is required, use shall be
made of an adhesive recommended by the manufacturer of the plastic conduits
selected. When making a joint, care must be taken to ensure that the plastic
conduit is thoroughly cleaned at the ends to ensure good adhesion.
Flexible joints shall be made using a non-hardening adhesive and shall be used in
conjunction with approved expansion couplers. Conduit installations that become
distorted or flexed through thermal expansion will not be accepted.
Where bends or off-sets are required, these shall be made in accordance with the
manufacturers instruction without altering the section of plastic conduit/s. For plastic
conduits up to 25 mm diameter, cold bends shall be acceptable. The bends shall
be formed with the use of a bending spring obtained from the plastic conduits
manufacturer.
For large sizes of conduit/s, bends shall be formed by pre-heating the tube before
inserting the spring to prevent shrinking. Pre-heating shall be done with a suitable
electrically heated and powered blow lamp (NOT a naked flame) and sufficient care
shall be taken to avoid physical damages of the conduits (deformation). Any other
method of bending can also be considered subject to the approval of the consultant.
Deep circular boxes shall be used where more than 10 nos. of 2.5 mm 2 cables are
crossing within the box. Plastic conduits shall not be installed in situations where
the continuous ambient temperature exceeds 50 oC or where, for intermittent
periods, the ambient temperature exceeds 70 oC; badly formed or damaged plastic
conduits shall not be permitted to be installed. Expansion couplers shall be used on
all straight runs of plastic conduits exceeding 6000 mm in length. The plastic
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Where the conduit system are required to be laid concealed then all the lighting
conduits shall be laid at the roof level and dropping down to each point and all the
power circuit conduits shall be laid in the screed of the floor wherever possible or in
the floor slab using only the correct manufacturers fittings and accessories.
The Electrical Contractor shall exercise care when installing plastic conduits to
prevent interference with or from other services and shall keep at least 300 mm
clear of any hot water pipes.
Where purpose made junction boxes are used to draw-in the cables, then the
covers of these boxes shall be of the same finish as that of the switch / socket
plates.
Where enclosed bulkhead type light fittings are fixed directly to a high impact
circular uPVC conduit box, steel insert clips must be used for fixing the luminaries
on the box.
Steel conduits shall be new, heavy gauge, solid drawn, galvanized (GI) and shall
comply with BS EN 61386. Each length of the conduit shall bear a stamp
guaranteeing it to be as per the required specifications. The use of conduits less
than 20 mm in diameter will not be permitted.
All conduit fittings and accessories including screwed couplers, ordinary clips,
saddles, pipe hooks, screwed reducers, stopping plugs, lock nuts plus male and
female brass bushes shall comply with BS EN 61386 as applicable. All screwed
couplers, screwed reducers, and locknuts shall only be used on surface
installations, Screwed or push-fit inspection elbows, bends and inspection couplings
must not be used.
Galvanized steel sheet adaptable inspection boxes shall be provided and fixed in
inspection and in locations where more than two conduits cross. These boxes shall
be 150 x 150 x150 mm deep, (inside measure). Where the boxes are fully
recessed, they shall be provided with 14 SWG galvanized steel lids, overlapping the
boxes by 6mm all round.
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d. Methods of Installation
Conduits buried in concrete shall have 37 mm depth minimum of cover over the
entire length; conduits buried in plaster shall have 6 mm depth minimum of cover
over its entire length. Conduits penetrating through the roof slabs shall be complete
with goose neck and sealed. Conduits laid on concrete floor slabs shall be fixed by
means of corrugated steel saddles and secured by hardened steel pins at 1200 mm
centres. On pre-stressed concrete floor slabs fixings must be in to the joints
between the beams unless otherwise instructed by the Consultant.
In the case of cast in-situ applications, the contractor shall ensure that adequate
precautions are taken for the secure fixing, positioning, alignment and protection of
all conduits and boxes during the construction operation. These conduits and fittings
must also be suitably plugged to prevent the ingress of foreign matter in order to
prevent the conduit system from becoming blocked during the building construction.
Any additional costs resulting from blockages or damage to conduits due to
negligence or lack of attendance shall be the sole responsibility of the Contractor.
Female brass bushes shall be fitted on to all free ends of the conduit system.
Conduit systems shall be electrically and mechanically continuous and water tight
after the installation is completed.
Immediately before wiring, all conduit systems shall be thoroughly swabbed out until
dry and clean. No steel conduit installations shall be used as a sole earthing
system. Separate circuit protective conductors shall be installed within the conduits
in all cases.
All spare ways in junction boxes etc., left for possible future extensions shall be
fitted with brass stopping plugs. For wiring purposes, all draw-in and inspection
boxes must be installed in readily accessible positions, as agreed by the Consultant.
No more than one right angle bend or equivalent sets must be made in conduit runs
between inspection boxes. On straight runs, inspection boxes must be inserted
after each second conduit length.
Corners shall be turned by easy bends or sets made cold without altering the
section or opening the seams of the conduit. No bend shall have an inside radius of
less than three times the external diameter of the conduit. All bends must be
machine made.
The inside surface of the erected conduit and conduit fittings shall be smooth and
free from burrs and other defects. Exposed GI conduits shall be painted with two
coats of paint to match with the color of the walls.
a. Steel Trunking
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Cable trunking shall be used where it is accessible and can replace numerous final
circuit conduit runs.
A reputed and approved Engineering company shall manufacture all the trunking
and fittings.
Galvanised (GI) sheet metal cable trunking shall be used throughout in all vertical
rising ducts, in the positions detailed on the drawings or for terminating conduits and
cables at distribution boards etc. Cable trunking must be used in ceiling voids
where otherwise large runs of multiple conduits would occur.
Cable trunking and fittings shall comply with BS EN 50085 and shall be Class 3
galvanized (G) protected as detailed in the following specifications and drawings.
All cable trunking shall consist of abutted sections manufactured from Zintec coated
high-grade steel sheet of not less than 16 swg. All accessories such as bends,
tees, offsets, reducers etc., shall be of the same manufacture and finish and be of
the gusseted type to aid the installation of cables.
All tees, reducers and angles for trunking shall have folded and welded corners. All
angles formed in wall trunking shall have fillet corners.
Adjoining lengths shall be correctly aligned and the trunkings shall be joined
together by means of internal fishplate connector and mushroom headed set screws
or purpose made coupling pieces depending on the design of the trunking. After
joining, there shall be no gap visible between sections of the trunking or
compartment partitions.
Internal fish plate connectors shall be not less than 2.5 mm. thick and attached by
means of not less than 4 nos. cadmium plated steel mushroom headed M4 screws
for trunking having a total cross sectional area below 5700 mm2 and 8 nos.
cadmium plated steel mushroom headed M4 screws for trunking having cross
sectional areas in excess of 5700 mm2 each passing through clearance holes,
shake proof washers and nuts. Two pairs of screws on either side of the joint shall
be connected by tinned copper links with split washers under the nuts to provide
guaranteed electrical continuity across the joints.
The nuts shall be located on the outside of the trunking and the tinned copper
straps shall be provided across all joints formed by straight lengths, angles, tees
etc. The copper straps shall be fixed on the external faces of the trunking to be
visible.
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All joints shall be securely bolted together and the whole assembly shall be fixed at
intervals not greater than 1200 mm dependent upon the size of the trunking and
number of cable contained.
The trunking shall be fitted with a continuous lid made from the same material which
shall be secured to the trunking by means of cadmium plated mushroom head
screws spaced not greater than 450 mm. Where trunking terminates at
switchboards, distribution boards and equipment enclosures, a proper-flanged
coupling piece shall be used, securely bolted to the trunking and to the enclosure.
Solid end stops shall be a manufacturers purpose made steel sheet terminal piece.
In case of trunking covers, which are cut, the contractor shall ensure that the cut
edges are true and match with the adjacent covers. The over lapping of covers will
not be permitted and under no circumstance either will gaps be accepted.
Where trunkings passes through walls or floors, sections of cover plate shall be
permanently fitted before erection such that the cover plate extends a minimum of
50 mm. beyond the finished surfaces of the walls or floors.
The wiring within the trunking shall be securely held in position by means of the
manufacturers own clips or bars fitted at regular intervals throughout the run of
trunking, with separate cable clips being provided for each compartment of the
trunking.
Where cables are to be enclosed in the same trunking compartment and connected
to different distribution boards i.e. single phase and 3 phase power circuits, they
shall be distinguished by separating the cables and binding with insulated tape at
intervals of 1200 mm together with an approved means of identification sleeve
adjacent to each binding that clearly denotes the circuit type and reference.
All connections between trunking and/or bus-bar chambers and to each item of
switch, switch-fuse or distribution boards are to be made direct and without
intermediate conduit or conduit couplers. The top and/or bottom glanding plates of
the items being connected are to be removed and a suitable dimensioned slot is to
be cut to accommodate passage of all the cable plus a further 6 mm. all around with
similar slot in the appropriate position in the trunking or busbar chamber. A
laminated paxolin fillet 5 mm. thick is to be inserted between the item plate and
trunking and bus-bar chamber with a slot 6 mm to be smaller all around than the slot
cut in the metal parts so that damage to the cable is avoided.
All covers shall be easily removed with a hand tool and the trunking shall be
properly spaced away from any surface which may prevent this.
Dimensions obtained from site shall determine the shape of purpose-made pieces
of trunking. On-site welding shall not be allowed. Flexible expansion joints shall be
provided in trunking runs where they cross building expansion joints and as
required.
Cable trunking shall have 25% spare capacity minimum for the installation of any
future cables. Due precaution shall be taken to ensure that the correct space factor
of the fully loaded trunking is provided.
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Cable trunking installed either in voids or on the soffit of exposed ceilings wherever
possible shall be installed with the compartments arranged in a horizontal plane with
the access lid at the lower edge of the trunking and all conduits connected to the
top and sides of the assembly.
The cable trunking shall be installed immediately above the false ceiling structure
and below the concrete soffit.
Conduits shall be used to complete the final containment of each circuit from the
general trunking system installed in the ceiling voids unless otherwise stated and
shall emanate from the top of the appropriate compartment of the cable trunking
and rise vertically to the structural soffit. The conduits shall then be taken through
the structural slab or be arranged to drop vertically to terminate at the various
lighting, power, telephone or auxiliary service outlet points.
For recessed cables terminating in recessed DBs, a recessed trunking shall be used
with cover flush with the outer surface of wall. In case of new cables being installed
on the surface of existing wall, surface trunking shall be used. In both cases, cables
shall be terminated with glands of appropriate type and size.
The whole of the trunking shall be installed in a skilled workman like fashion so that
it presents a neat appearance and shall ensure that continuous cable access is
maintained so that cables may be laid in the trunking and not drawn-in.
b. Cable Trays
The cable trays shall be of the conventional perforated pattern with return flanges
manufactured from a minimum of 2 mm or above Aluzink steel.
Aluzink is a sheet steel known for it inherent strength with an alloy coating
consisting of Silicon (1.6 %). Aluminium (55%) for protection against corrosion and
zinc (43.4%) safeguarding the steel. The Aluzink used should be of grade B500A,
AZ150 in conformity with grade DX 51D +AZ 150 as per EN 10215.
Sections of tray shall be jointed together with mushroom head screws, nuts and
spring washers. These shall be plated or treated with rust inhibitor. The screws and
nuts shall be so arranged to ensure that no projecting screw threads occur on the
part of the tray upon which the cables are laid.
The cable trays shall be securely fixed to purpose made brackets with space behind
to allow the insertion of tools for the tightening up of nuts. The brackets shall be
spaced in such a way so as to prevent sagging. The contractor shall ensure that
overall tray arrangement is rigid. The contractor shall include for all the cable trays
necessary to complete the works and as indicated upon the drawings.
The cable trays shall be of sufficient width to take all cables without crowding and
shall allow for possible future additions to the proportions of the present
requirements. Cables shall be run as a single layer: Stacking will not be permitted.
Cable trays fixed to walls or flat ceilings shall be installed with the flange outwards
or downwards respectively to suit and shall be anchored with an approved fixing
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with spacing and washers such that the tray is spaced at least 25 mm from the
surface of the wall or ceiling. Earth continuity shall be maintained between each
section of cable tray and each total run of tray shall be effectively bonded to the
nearest earth continuity conductor.
Each section of tray shall be securely bolted to the next with sufficient overlap to
prevent sagging and twisting. Normal bends of not less than 450 mm radius shall
be used.
The method of fixing each run of cable tray shall be approved by the Consultant
prior to installation. In all instances, the cable trays shall be supported from the
structure of the building. The method of fixing the cable tray and brackets shall be
approved by the Consultant before installation.
The manufacturer shall confirm a guarantee of at least 12 years for the cable trays
against any corrosion in the Qatar climatic conditions.
Wherever tees or flat bends are required to be used, they shall be factory made.
No cutting of tray shall be permitted. Wherever necessary, the same shall be
properly painted with the prior permission of the Consultant. Deviation from the
straight shall, if possible, be made with purpose made bends. Where purpose
made bends cannot be used, the tray may be cut and the bends fabricated on site
to the approval of the Consultant.
All the supports shall be fabricated out of appropriately sized galvanized steel
channels.
For electrical power and low current system cables to be buried below ground the
cables ducts shall be made of high impact resistant uPVC compound. Ducts shall be
of the diameter and number indicated upon the drawings. In any event any duct run
run / bank shall include at minimum 1 no. spare duct (not indicated on the drawings)
of the same size to be installed in parallel.
Each duct shall include a suitably sized nylon draw rope to protrude at both ends for
the future drawing-in of cables. Power cable ducts shall be as follows:
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uPVC pipe ducts shall be installed for the incoming Qatar Telecom(QTel) cables in
accordance with the configuration and methods detailed QGEWC (Electricity)
standard drawing for road crossings and elsewhere as described on the drawings.
uPVC pipe duct continuous pathway systems shall be installed in accordance with
Qatar National Telephone Service (QNTS) publication, with which the contractor is
deemed to be familiar.
Electrical Ducts used for Cables etc., shall be of the following types, as per QGEWC
regulations & Q-Tel standards and supplied by an approved manufacturer.
The contractor shall include in his costs for supply, erection, and connection of all
specified light fittings complete with suitable lamps in the positions shown upon the
drawings, unless otherwise directed.
No lighting fittings shall be purchased until the express authorization has been
received, in writing, from the Consultant to do so. This authorization shall be sought
by the Contractor in good time in order to allow the programme of works to continue
unaffected.
All light fittings shall be of types specified or be both equal and approved by the
Consultant. No alternative light fittings will be considered unless the Contractor
receives in writing the express approval from the Consultant.
All fluorescent lamp fittings, as a minimum, shall be complete with low loss epoxy
filled ballasts, switch start control gear and power factor correction condensers to
give a minimum power factor of 0.9 lagging and the control gear noise level shall be
limited to 24 dB.
The Contractor shall provide fluorescent lamps with electronic high frequency
ballasts if this is required on the schedule of light fittings. The units shall be of high
quality, low loss and low noise level units superior in all respects to the equivalent
conventional wound ballasts. These units and the lamps shall also be compatible for
use with the standard available dimming technologies.
The light fitting shall not be considered complete without the lamps of specified
wattage.
The connections between the circuit wiring and the light fittings mounted upon the
underside suspended ceilings shall be effected by means of plug-in type ceiling
roses and 1.5 mm2 3 core heat resistant flexible cable. The same method shall be
used for lighting fittings installed with chain or steel wire suspensions.
For light fittings fixed direct to conduit systems the cables shall loop-in to the light
fitting via a neoprene bush provided to protect the cables. The cables shall then be
terminated in the light fitting terminal block. No through wiring shall be permitted in
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light fittings and the cables that do enter shall be kept as short as possible and be
fitted with heat resistant sleeves. All metal work shall be bonded to earth.
Where surface mounted light fittings are installed, conduit boxes, either of the loop-
in type or standard type shall be installed above each fitting position. Extension
rings shall be fitted as necessary so that the bottom of the ring is flush with the
underside of the ceiling. White break joint rings shall also be provided between the
fittings and conduit box to mask the joints as shall be deemed necessary by the
Consultant.
In areas where the ceiling is of the suspended type, the weight of the conduit and
light fittings shall under no circumstance be carried by this type of ceiling and
suitable independent suspension fixings shall be provided and installed by the con
tractor to carry the weight of the fittings.
All lamps throughout the installation shall be supplied and fixed in position as per
this contract. They shall be of the sizes and types specified. All lamps over 150 W
shall be of the Edison screw-cap type. The lamps shall be supplied complete with
end caps compatible with the fittings into which they are to be inserted.
Each and every light fitting shall be fitted with power factor correction capacitors to
raise the power factor to 0.9 lag or better.
The contractor shall ensure that fluorescent fittings are connected to the three
phase distribution boards such that there is no stroboscopic effect.
With the exception of certain light weight domestic and commercial pendant types
of light fittings, no fittings shall be suspended by means of flexible cables. Where
light fittings are suspended they shall be by means of purpose made metal
supports.
The contractor shall supply and install all necessary materials and equipment to
provide external lighting as shown on the drawings.
All excavation of cable trenches shall be carried out by the Main Contractor with the
Contractor in attendance. The Contractor shall supply all the electrical cable ducts,
warning tapes and marker posts required to complete the works. The electrical
contractor shall include for the necessary liaison with the Main Contractor in the
instruction and execution of this work. Before excavations are backfilled the
Consultant shall be notified by the Contractor in writing that the cable installation is
complete in order that an inspection may be made of the exposed cable installation.
All cables serving the luminaries shall loop in and out of the designated fittings and
joint boxes. No other intermediate cable joints shall be permitted.
An efficient and durable earth connection shall be made between the metalwork of
the luminaries and the wire armour of the cables.
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All cables used for the external lighting installation unless otherwise detailed, shall
be of PVC/SWA/PVC sheathed type supplied and installed in accordance with the
relevant clauses of this specification and the details indicated upon the drawings.
a. Switches
The switches shall be single-pole type rated for 240 V and a 10 A inductive load. No
de-rating of the switches shall be required in the case of use fluorescent light fittings
or other inductive loads.
All 1 way lighting switches shall be arranged to switch on the lights when the rocker
is pushed downwards.
All the cover plates, switches, grid mounted systems and mounting boxes shall
conform to BS EN 60670 and BS EN 606691:2000.
Wherever more than one switch is shown on the drawings, they shall be multi-gang
grid switch assembly and where they are powered from different phases, then the
manufacturers phase barriers shall be provided and correctly installed.
Switch terminals shall be of the screw down type to avoid any to give firm and
secure electrical connections.
b. 13 A Socket Outlets
All 13 A socket outlets shall be of the switched type with 240 V, 13 A rated 3-pin
socket. The socket outlets shall comply with BS 1362-2:1995. Twin socket outlets
shall be used wherever two adjacent sockets are indicated together unless
otherwise mentioned.
All socket outlets shall be adequately earthed, the circuit protective conductor shall
terminate direct and a flying lead shall be installed between the outlet earth terminal
and outlet box. For switched socket outlets exposed to external environmental
conditions or internally in damp areas shall be weather proof (IP65 rated) and
corrosion resistant.
The switched socket outlets shall be provided with integral neon indicating lamp to
indicate the 'ON' status of switch, unless otherwise instructed by the Consultant.
All switch socket outlets shall be connected in ring circuits unless otherwise
specified and no spurs shall be permitted.
c. Connection Plates
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All connection plates shall be provided flexible cable outlets and shall be installed
adjacent the equipment served such as fan coil units, water heaters and exhaust
fans. The connection plates shall be of a suitable rating having 3-way terminal
blocks and brass screws for direct connection of the flexible heat resistant cables.
They shall be of robust construction, of approved finish and of very high quality. All
flex outlets shall conform to BS 5733:1995.
d. Ceiling Roses
e. Double-Pole Switches
The switches for window A.C s. water heaters, hand dryers units etc., shall be
double-pole, rated for either 20/30/50 A as appropriate and the selection made
based on the connected load. The switches shall have indicating lamps and the
face plates to match the finished required for the area concerned. These switches
shall conform to BS EN 60669-1:2000.
A robust electro-mechanical time switch shall be provided. The time switch shall be
of the solar dial type suitable for the geographical latitude at which it shall operate.
It shall have a spring-reserve winding so that during power failure the clock
mechanism shall automatically keep accurate time for a minimum period of 12
hours.
The time-switch and photo-cell shall be wired and configured as shown upon the
drawings. The lights shall be switched by a multi-pole contactor also wired and
configured as shown upon the drawings. The contactor shall be of the rating
indicated on the drawings and shall be equipped with a coil that operates at 240 V
50 Hz, single phase ac.
The contractor shall also provide an override switch to switch on and switch off the
lights in the event the time and photo-cell controls fail to operate.
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SCOPE
1. The Part specifies the general requirements for door intercom and
door bell. It shall be read in conjunction with other parts of the Project
Documentation.
2. Related Parts and Sections are as follows:
This Section General Provisions for Electrical Installations.
Cables and Small Wiring.
Conduits and Conduit Boxes.
Trunking.
Cable Trays.
Wiring Accessories and General Power.
Inspection & Testing.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
1. The system shall be used to serve the Flats only. The system shall be
capable of serving Indoor and Outdoor Call Units.
2. The Digital Intercom System shall include, but not in a way of
limitation, the following:
Digital Color Video Door-station at Flats Main Entrances.
Power Supply.
Bus Control/Video Control Unit.
Indoor Color Video Hands Free Set in the Flats.
3. The Door Bell system shall be an integral part of indoor call
units at every Flat.
POWER SUPPLY
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INSTALLATION
1. Examine pathway elements intended for cable. Check raceways and
other elements for compliance with space allocations, installation
tolerances, hazards to cable installation, and other conditions affecting
installation.
2. Examine walls and floors for suitable conditions where intercom
equipment is to be installed.
3. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have
been corrected.
4. Wiring within Enclosures: Bundle, lace, and train conductors to
terminal points with no excess and without exceeding manufacturer's
limitations on bending radii. Provide and use lacing bars and
distribution spools.
5. Pulling Cable: Do not exceed manufacturers recommended pulling
tensions. Do not install bruised, kinked, scored, deformed, or abraded
cable. Do not splice cable between termination, tap, or junction points.
Remove and discard cable if damaged during installation and replace
it with new cable.
6. Splices, Taps, and Terminations: For power and control wiring, use
numbered terminal strips in junction, pull, and outlet boxes; terminal
cabinets; and equipment enclosures. Tighten electrical connectors
and terminals according to manufacturer's published torque-tightening
values. If manufacturer's torque values are not indicated, use those
specified in U486.
7. Grounding: Provide independent signal circuit grounding
recommended by manufacturer.
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a. General
The Emergency lighting system and all its components shall be designed & installed
to meet the local fire department requirements & the respective EN & BS standards
and regulations applicable on the project. The products shall have a binding agency
agreement with a local company in Qatar and the product shall have installation
references in Qatar and shall have installations in the Middle East for at least 5
years. Spares parts and engineering support shall be continuously available for the
product both during installation / commissioning as well as the operational life. Local
Civil Defense Department approval shall also be granted the product.
Each emergency lighting circuit shall be used for the supply, automatic testing &
monitoring of a maximum of 20 no. emergency light fittings per circuit. The quantity
and locations of the panels shall be as indicated on the layout / riser drawings. The
system shall be fully addressable type with individual light monitoring facilities as
follows:
Battery back-up shall be provided for a minimum duration of three hours under full
load emergency operation, with a minimum of 75 -100% light output on all
connected light fittings.
b. Mechanical Construction
The battery housing shall be a sheet steel, powder coated housing (IP21) with
removable screwed front, rear & top doors to provide complete access to the
batteries and components. The electronics section shall have I(P21) sheet steel
enclosure with transparent polycarbonate window. Within electrical sub-stations
panels shall have IP54 ingress protection.
The electronics module shall have large cabling compartments with cable entries
from the top via four or more undrilled removable metal flange plates. All incoming
cables & looping circuits shall be connected on protected & fused terminals as per
ENVDE0100. All outgoing light fitting circuits shall be connected direct to relevant
components via plug-in type terminals able to accept 2.5 mm2 conductors.
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c. Electrical Construction
For the change-over module the system shall be built up in a modular format with all
modules being of the plug-in type and encapsulated design. The outgoing circuits
shall be fed through change-over modules. Each module shall be capable of
switching two separate circuits with a maximum load of 3 Amps or 20 Nos. light
fixtures connected to it. Emergency & Exit lights will be connected to each circuit,
thereby allowing connection of luminaries of all switching modes, namely
Maintained, Non-maintained and Switched Maintained in the same circuit. All the
change-over modules will be plug-in type and are no load and short circuit protected
with independent fuses for mains and battery supply and will have LED type status
indication for operation and failure.
d. Batteries
Each panel will have maintenance free sealed lead acid batteries with rated 10
years service life at 25 0C and capable of supporting the connected load for 3 hours.
The central batteries shall be located in air conditioned room with maximum room
temperature of 250C. The room shall be air-conditioned using a re-circulation air-
conditioning system without any special battery room ventilation requirement.
Where the space required for the batteries does not permit the installation of same
in standard enclosure, the batteries shall be installed in a fire rated room, on
purpose built support stand / enclosure.
e. Battery Charger
The charger shall come complete with earth leakage monitor for the battery circuit
and shall be provided with LED indications for:
1. Operation
2. Charger On
3. Booster On
4. Mains Operation
5. Battery capacity > 10%, >50%, 100%
6. Charging Failure
7. Insulation fault
The charger shall also have potential free indicator contacts for remote indication of:
1. Charging failure.
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2. Fast charge.
3. Insulation fault.
The charger shall have a push button to test and simulate earth leakage failures. It
shall include plug-in-type terminals as well as the protection fuses for mains and
battery accessible via the front plate of the charger
f. Control Module
Each panel will have modular plug-in type freely programmable control module with
4x20 character contrast controlled liquid crystal display, touch pad keys for
programming and monitoring of the panel & constant memory back up with two year
duration logbook facility. It should have separate buttons for test, function test and
battery duration test. In addition three freely programmable buttons shall be
provided to conduct functions as per users priority. Each control module shall be
programmable as master / slave to access status of the other panels installed on
site.
The control module shall also display the battery voltage level, withdrawn battery
current in the test or emergency modes, charge failures, interrupted battery charge
circuit, luminaries failure (address with text location), final circuit or sub-distribution
board supply failure (address with text location), function test, battery test, earth
leakage failure with respect to circuit. Both tests shall be manually programmed.
The control module has three LEDs for status indication of mains supply ON/OFF,
luminaries or unit failure and battery supply.
Failure recognition for each individual safety / EXIT light in conjunction with
proprietary electronic ballast including two wire monitoring module without additional
data line.
Programming of the control module will be possible through a smart card & all the
information including the logbook shall be stored on smart card, which is readable
on PC directly.
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Central monitoring shall be carried through an Open Protocol network. Each central
battery/ sub-station panel shall be fitted with a terminal to facilitate communication
to the BMS system / Central monitoring unit via an open protocol to provide the
complete panel status.
An automatic monitoring and testing facility shall be installed with permanent cyclic
charger and battery monitor at intervals of five minutes or less with daily / weekly
function testing of the complete load supplied from the battery, charger, wiring,
luminaries, registration and logging of tests and results. A manually operated test
feature shall also be provided in addition to the automatic testing regime feature.
The monitoring system and data transfer shall be carried out based on a current
multiplexed system in DC mode.
When not centrally monitored through a BMS system, a separate central monitoring
computer shall be provided for the emergency lighting system. The central
monitoring shall be via a central group monitoring hardware & software, monitoring
& programming unit. The unit shall be in the form of an IBM compatible PC with
monitor, INTEL Pentium (latest generation processor), keyboard, mouse and a
printer. The unit shall operate with the latest visualization software to give detailed
address & information of all luminaries connected to system. The program shall be
user friendly with visually clear fault indication screens on the monitor.
Exit lights shall remain in the Maintained mode of operation. Dedicated luminaries
used for emergency operation shall remain in Non-Maintained mode of operation.
Sub-circuit monitoring shall be carried out for Non-Maintained lights using a 24 V
monitoring loop within the panel wired to phase monitoring relays in the relevant
lighting DBs (all up to the approval of the Consultant). Where mains lighting in
switched-maintained mode are used for Emergency operation, the switching shall
be coordinated using fully encapsulated switching interface modules such that the
same switch is used for switching mains and emergency lighting. A detailed
schematic shall be presented for approval of the Consultant.
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All equipment and work detailed within this section shall be furnished and installed
by a certified Data & telecommunications contractor, hereafter referred to as the
Contractor. The Electrical Contractor shall furnish and install the conduit, electrical
boxes, and pull-wires.
4. The equipment and hardware provided under this contract will be from
manufacturers having a minimum of five years experience in producing the
types of systems and equipment specified.
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SUBMITTALS
Product Data
For each type of equipment manufacturers data is required for approval including
original catalogues, literature, illustrations, wiring diagrams, installation instructions,
sufficiently detailed for engineering purposes and with full description of
components and operating parameters for:
Workshop Drawings
As-Built Drawings
Calculations
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Calculation for all systems and equipment wiring, output levels, attenuation
levels, etc.
Optical loss calculations for each optical fiber run.
The supplier must submit field test and commissioning reports that show proper
testing and commissioning signed from manufacturers and system installers.
Spare Parts
Samples
Identification Labeling
Samples shall be labeled to identify their intended use and relation to these
documents, e.g. server name, data cable. The identified samples shall be
submitted within sufficient time to permit modifications to me made without delaying
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the work if such are deemed necessary by the Superintendent and to provide the
Superintendent with not less than seven (7) working days to make his comments.
Technical Data
Return of Samples
Samples given permission to use shall be held in site after inspection and used as a
standard for acceptance or rejection of subsequent production units and then
maybe returned to the Sub-Contractor
EQUIPMENT WARRANTY
A. The system manufacturers shall provide a minimum twenty (20) year warranty on
all Passive and active components included in the structural cabling system.
These warranties shall be provided in written certificate form.
B. The system manufacturers shall provide in writing to the Owner that in event of
the demise or failure of the installing certified system installer/vendor, the
manufacturer shall be responsible for providing another certified system
installer/vendor to fulfill the remainder of the warranty conditions.
B. The Contractor shall provide a guaranteed twenty-four (24) hour response time
to any warranty claims.
CATEGORY 6 CABLES
All horizontal structural cabling cables must comply with LSZH Category 6
10G performance, 4 pairs 24 AWG UTP cables as specified in ANSI/TIA/EIA
568-B2 addendum 6 or ISO/IEC 11801 standard. Numbering and coloring
should be in accordance with EIA/TIA 568B, ISO 11801 / EN50173 using
T568B option
Cables shall be run from the user outlet to the cabling rack (as indicated on
drawings) without any transition points.
All UTP cabling must be tested using a level III field tester by the supplier
and full documentation must be provided to demonstrate that the cabling
meet the industry standards (i-e IEEE 802.3, EIA / TIA 568 B.2-1).
Category 6 defines four-wire twisted pair UTP copper cable that can
transmit data and proven support for 100 Mbps fast Ethernet, 500 MHz
Broadband Video, 10Gigabit Ethernet
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The cables short term bending radius is 6 times the cable diameter in
operation and 10 times the cable diameter in installation.
OM3 - 50/125 m multi-mode fiber optic cables LSZH shall be installed from
each IDF up to the main data rock.
The cable shall be suitable for indoor and outdoor use in ducts and risers,
rodent resistance type with LSZH flame retardant outer sheath.
Fiber Optic Cables shall be suitable for 10/100/1000 Base and to be tested
@ 1350 and 1500 nm, Full OFL tested shall be performed before and after
installation.
The cable shall be with tight buffer structure, glass yarn reinforcement and
water- blocking elements
All conductors of the 4-pair cat 6 horizontal cable shall be terminated on the
respective contacts. To avoid installation errors, the wire organizer of the
snap-in connector should be identified by the same standard color coding as
the cat 6 cable wires.
Each connector shall provide both T-568A and T-568B color code
identification for the pins at the rear of the connector. The punched down
should be in accordance with the T-568B color code.
Each outlet to receive one 4 pair cable. Submit sample of the socket for
review and approval.
Outlets shall be supplied Complete with Faceplate from the same Wiring
Devices Manufacturer.
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Cat 6 RJ45 to RJ45 patch cords between the Data switches and RJ45 Patch
panels.
Drop cords at the desktop should also be CAT 6 RJ45 to RJ45 Patch Cords.
Data patch cords used at the telecommunication rack and at the information
outlet shall be 24 AWG, 4-pair assemblies. Patch cords shall be factory-
assembles by the manufacturer of the cabling system using the stranded
conductors. Each patch cable must be individually packaged in a plastic bag
with a label showing the part number and the cable length. The patch
cables must have an Anti-Snag connector and shall be backward compatible
with category 6(10G). Outlets shall require one 3-meters patch cord and one
1-meter patch cable to connect the patch panel to the active equipment.
The patch cable shall meet the requirements warranted to meet ISO/IEC
11801, EN 50173 and EIA/TIA 568A/B category 6(10G) wiring standards
capable of connecting 10 Gigabits high speed information terminal devices
to inform outlets panel applications. The patch cord shall be designed to
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The patch cord shall support the computer networking applications over
frequency ranges up to and potentially beyond 500 MHz and shall be
compatible with voice and information applications.
The Contractor supplied cord shall be of factory crimped plug at both ends.
Category 6 RJ-45 patch cables must be provided for the all project,
considering the structural cabling will be initially used at 50% of its capacity
and two patch cords must be provided for each end to end connection.
Whenever possible on the patch panel side color coded cables will be used
to segregate the nature of the service:
IP Phone (Blue)
TV (Green)
Internet (Yellow)
Back Office or Business (Red)
A.Fiber optic patch panels shall be rack mounted with 12 duplex LC ports
and shall take no more than one unit of vertical space on the rack cabinet,
the patch panel shall be complete with splicing tray.
The patch panel shall be equipped with a mechanism that ensures the
retention and support of the incoming fiber optic cables.
The patch panel shall be designed with a sliding mechanism enabling front
installation and maintenance work to be carried out without having to remove
the entire panel. The patch panel shall be delivered complete with top cover.
The patch panel shall provide facilities to recess the front connector plate
deeper than the front of the 19 rails of the cabinet. This will provide
sufficient bend radius for the patch cords once connected to the panel. This
shall also prevent damage to the patch cords when the cabinet door is
closed.
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Cable management unit shall be provided with the fiber optic patch panel.
Fiber Optic Patch Panels Shall be supplied complete with all LC connectors
needed for terminating the Multi Mode Fiber Cables.
IDF
The contractor shall provide the following equipment racks within the equipment
ELV rooms. The racks and their configuration shall be as follows:
All racks must be having standard 19 front and rear adjustable rack rails
and must be, 800mn wide, 800mn deep and NOS OF U high as per
electrical drawings. Rack doors must be having key lock. For open racks it
must be 19 capable, 600mn wide, and 29 U high
All racks panels must be bounded to a common rack earth point. The rack
Earth point must be connected to the room earth bar by a cable of section
not less than 16mm2
All racks must be having a 6 way fan tray with 6 number low noise fans.
All racks must be provided with sufficient screws, washers and cage nuts for
all passive and active components.
AT least 200mn must be available between each open rack for vertical cable
managers.
Racks must be equipped with two single phase 16 PDUs. Each rack PDU
will be connected to one of the rack power feed. PDUs must not be having
any fuse or power switches. PDU must be equipped with 2 x IEC EN 60320
C19 sockets and 16 x IEC 320 EN 60320 C13 sockets at minimum. IEC EN
60320 C19 and C13 male/female power extension cords of length 1.5
meters must be provided. (50% of the total number of sockets)
The cabinet/ rack shall be equipped with removable and lockable side
panels for easy access to the installed equipments.
The cabinet/ rack shall have 180 degree of double swing front and back door
with lock and reversible type door i.e. easy re-hanging to open on right or
left.
Each IDF room must be clear of any pipes handlings either pressurize,
unpressurized liquids, vast or gas. Generally speaking no extra services than
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the ones requires for the room itself must be going through the room. IDF
rooms must be dedicated to that purpose.
A clean class 1 earth is to be provided in each IDF room. Earth impedance is
to be less than 1 (Ohm). Earth to be presented on an earth bar
mounted on wall, feeding cable section should not be less than ( (35mn2)).
All racks must be bounded to the earth bar with cable of section not less
than ( (16mn2)).
Each Rack Shall have at least 30% free Space for installing of Active
Equipments.
A. The main distribution frame (MDF) shall be of free standing type enclosure and
shall consist of three parts.
The first part (MDF) is to connect all incoming trunk lines of the Building
Plus 10% spare.
All circuits of this part shall be protected against over voltage and over
current.
The second part (MDF) is to connect all of the Riser Multi-Pair Cables to
all IDF's with at least 10% Spare Capacity.
C. Two sets of the special tools required for MDF wiring (e.g. IDC insertion tool) as
well as test cords shall be provided with the main distribution frame.
D. There must be provision for at least five racks. Racks should be provided with
metallic perforated, front and rear door.
E. All racks must be having a 6 way fan tray with 6 number low noise fans.
F. All racks must be provided with sufficient screws, washers and cage nuts for all
passive and active components.
IP PABX
PABX must be provided with a 400 days service guaranty. Any hardware,
software faults or change request will be attended on site by the contractor
within 4 hours on 24/7/400 basis.
PABX must be provided with three days of training for two persons. Training
will be specific to the deployed infrastructure and day to day operations.
PABX must include all hardware and software components to ensure end to
end secured solution taking in account the following business rules:
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The PABX will be IP based and be able to support both Analogue and IP
phones. Only IP phones will be deployed at the exception where ever IP
phones are not available with suitable characteristics (like water proof) PABX
must be able to support wireless phones using Wifi IP infrastructure.
The PABX must be redundant for all its functions including voice mail.
The PABX must be redundant for all its components and more especially the
core, the voice mail and the gateways.
The PABX gateway(s) must be able to support the various and localized
versions of public Telecom service provider based connectivity like ISDN PRI
(ETSI) / QSIG / E1 and POTS CO trunk lines. (NT interface at minimum).
The PABX must be able to cope with fax services using T38.
The PABX must be SIP compliant and must also support H323, H450, H248,
MGCP, TAPI, JTAPI.
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PABX must be able to offer soft phones on PC and PDA. (Personal data
assistant)
The PABX must be able to support Wireless Wi-Fi phones and offer
enhanced security functionalities specific to this kind of handset.
The PABX must be able to interface with external software to offer enhanced
Multimedia services.
PABX must be able to deliver usage CDR and to store / buffer them inside
the PABX.
The PABX and the voice mail system should offer an external API interface
compatible with market standard hospitality call accounting and Property
Management Systems. This interface should allow the following controls:
NETWORK
Network must be provided with a 400 days service guaranty. Any hardware,
software faults or change request will be attended on site by the contractor
within 4 hours on 24/7/400 basis.
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Network must be provided with three days of training for two persons.
Training will be specific to the deployed infrastructure and day to day
operations.
Network must include all hardware and software components to ensure end
to end secured solution taking in account the following business rules:
NETWORK CONCEPT
The core must be based on highly available chassis and consist of two
equipments. Core equipments must be redundant in logic and power supply.
Core must be using a passive backplane and pluggable modules.
Network equipments must offer 30% free ports for future usage and 50%
upgrade capabilities in capacity without changing the equipment itself for
chassis.
All edge network ports must be PoE capable of delivering 15.4W per port
without limitations in the number of simultaneously used ports. PoE switches
must be able to deliver the accurate power on demand and only when it is
required.
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100 Millions PPS in routing (64 Bytes Packets) for the core and 50
Millions PPS for the edge.
When doing the Fiber / copper patching in IDF / MDF all patch cables must
be uniquely labeled at each end, allowing easy identification of patch cords
usage and interconnection points.
Network Security
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Individual network zones shall be firewalled and protected via software antivirus and
intrusion detection applications. End point security shall be provided so as to
validate and authorize wired and wireless connectivity.
Core
Network access control shall be provided incorporating Host ID and MAC based
filtering to ensure that unauthorized communication is disconnected.
VLANS
VLANS (Virtual LAN) are utilized within the switch software configuration in order to
segregate services and increase security between users.
The secondary security consideration is to protect the admin servers via a firewall
from the end users.
Administration LAN
WiFi
IPTV / HiTV
Wireless Network
Wireless Network must be provided with three days of training for two
persons. Training will be specific to the deployed infrastructure and day to
day operations.
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The wireless access points should be of small form factor, allowing easy
integration and preserving esthetics.
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Solution must be able to offer one VLAN per SSID as well as combined
VLAN.
INTERNET GATEWAY
Internet gateway must be provided with three days of training for two
persons. Training will be specific to the deployed infrastructure and day to
day operations.
The Internet gateway must be including security functions like firewall with
deep packet inspection as well as intrusion prevention system
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The Internet gateway must include a DHCP function allowing user based
allocation of private or public IP address simultaneously.
The Internet gateway must offer local authentication through its own
customized web portal. Either an internal or external user database can be
used. The external user database should be reaching either using LDAP or
RADIUS protocols. It should also be able to support authorization and
accounting. It should already been tested and pre-integrated with Fidelio
Opera PMS.
The Internet gateway must be able to prioritize traffic based on define class
of service. By example ensuring smooth browsing / e-mailing while peer to
peer traffic will be shaped.
The Internet gateway must be able to offer remote VPN services either
IPSEC, SSL or site to site using AES 128 minimum encryption.
An internal GSM coverage solution must be deployed allowing full coverage of the
building. Both voice and data services must be offered (2G/GPRS/3G/3G+/HSDPA).
The single antenna network should be design in such a way that multiple telecom
service providers can use the same antenna.
Approval must be obtained from the different providers.
Preferably one preferred Telecom service provider will deploy the antenna as well
as the initial active components; other will be sharing the same infrastructure either
at the antenna level or using local rooming at the BTS (Base transceiver station)
level
SERVERS
All required servers must be centrally located in the IT room. Preferably that all
servers should be of blade technology to ensure space and technology efficiency.
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At least one blade chassis should be installed to support the different blade
servers. The capacity and number of blade chassis will be adjust based on
the number of required server blades.
The blade chassis must be provided with enough redundant power supplies
in an N+1 configuration.
The blade chassis must be provided with a redundant SAN switches. Build
in setup will be preferred.
There should be two SAN switches enabled ports per blade server. Provision
for four external fiber interfaces must be done. (Connection to external
storage / external tape).
Blade SAN switches must be Brocade 4Gb SAN for C-Class HP chassis. San
Switches must be redundant in number
The Q-Tel approved Contractor shall submit shop drawings indicating the Vertical &
horizontal cable sizes, MDF size in accordance with Q-Tel regulations.
Telephone outlets shall be of a RJ45 type used by the Q-Tel and to the approval of
the Consultant.
Outlet boxes shall be provided where shown on drawings. Pull boxes shall be
provided according to Q-Tel regulations and wherever needed to facilitate the
pulling-in of CABLES. All internal telephone conduits shall be 25 mm diameter.
unless otherwise specified.
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PVC conduit, trunking, boxes and accessories shall comply with the relevant
clauses of these specifications.
a. Scope of Work
Generally the works shall include the supply, installation, testing, commissioning,
hand-over, training and maintenance of the following:
The scope for the Contractors shall include the provision of all labour, equipment,
power supplies, cables and ancillaries as detailed upon the drawings and necessary
to render complete functioning systems. This shall include comprehensive testing
and commissioning activities
The various components and major constituents of the system shall be sourced
from manufacturers, who have proper and local representation of the products in
Qatar and can technically support the total system through qualified and trained
personnel.
The system shall be IP based system and shall be wired independently of other
wiring systems. The contract drawings only show the scheme and location of the
processors, monitors, and so on. The actual routes of conduits wires, trunking etc.
to the various equipments shall be clearly shown by the contractor on the working
drawings.
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The system should also allow for backup of specific data on any drives like
CD/DVD/Blu ray recorders or any other device in a format which can be
replayed through a standard PC based software. Log of any such activity
should be mentioned by the system which can be audited at a later date.
The recoded video should be exported in its native file format. (without
converting between format) to maintain image quality and no additional
compression should be applied during the export process.
The system must have a hot standby system with automatic changeover in
case of any fatal failure in the active system.
The system must have a corrective and preventive maintenance contract or
periodical service level agreement (SLA) for its operational life which include
but not limited to the following;
1. The camera shall feature an advanced 1/4" Progressive Scan CCD Imager,
380,000 [659(H) x 494(V)] pixels effective, with a microlens on each pixel. The
camera shall be equipped with digital signal processing (DSP) to produce a high
quality picture with a minimum illumination of 0.19 lux with Sensitivity UP Mode
ON (8X) and 1.5 lux in color mode with Sensitivity UP Mode OFF.
2. The camera shall have the capability of password protecting all menu settings.
3. The camera shall be equipped with an auto back light compensation and shall
feature mask setting and level adjust capability.
4. The camera shall feature Automatic Tracing White Balance Adjustment for two
specific applications: Nighttime through Daylight with color temperatures
between 2200K ~ 6000K and manual white balance shall be settable in the
range of 2000K ~ 10,000K.
5. The camera shall also be equipped with an electronic sensitivity up feature to
enhance camera performance in extreme low light conditions.
6. The camera shall feature an alphanumeric title of 20 characters.
7. The Camera's zoom lens shall have a " format and a focal length of 2.8 to
10mm.
8. The zoom lens shall provide digital zoom (3X) for a total maximum magnification
of 10.8X. The aperture throughout this range shall vary from a minimum of f/1.3
at the wide angle setting.
9. The camera shall feature a built-in digital motion detector with four areas and
level adjustment capability.
10. The dome assembly shall come pre-wired from the factory.
11. The power source shall be IEEE802.3af compliant (4.2W) or 12VDC @ 350mA
or 24VAC @ 4.2W
12. The camera shall use a Dual Streaming Codec with MJPEG and MPEG-4 Part 2
Video Compression.
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13. The camera shall generate a VBS 1V p-p/75Ohm PAL composite signal through
a 3.5mm mini jack.
14. The camera shall be capable of generating and transmitting images to meet the
following specifications.
a. JPEG: VGA (640 x 480) QVGA (320 x 240) max 30 fps
b. MPEG-4: VGA (640 x 480) QVGA (320 x 240) max 30 fps
c. Simultaneous JPEG (5 fps) and MPEG-4 (15 fps)
15. The camera shall be able to support uni-cast and multi-cast transmissions.
16. The camera shall have a built in web server so that access to the IP video
stream can be obtained using Internet Explorer Version 6.0 or better. The web
browser shall permit the user to make adjustments and settings to the camera.
The web browser shall include the ability to electronically zoom the picture at 1x,
1.5x, 2x, 2.5x and 3x.
17. Up to 3 other Network Cameras shall be viewable simultaneously by the user,
when connected to the Camera without any additional software required.
18. The camera shall have built in Audio input and output jacks and be capable of
transmitting and receiving the audio stream through the same Ethernet
connection as the video. The audio shall be encoded using the G.726 or
equivalent ADPCM standard.
19. The camera shall provide an SD Card slot which can support a minimum of a
1Gbytes SD card that can cache images in the event of a network failure. The
camera shall provide bandwidth controls with at least the following throughput
levels. The camera shall also support manual recording to the optional SD
Memory Card
20. The Bandwidth Limit shall be adjustable to
64/128/256/512/1024/2048/4096kbps or unlimited.
21. The camera shall be capable of being configured to automatically transmit alarm
images transfer via FTP file transfer and/or e-mail. In addition the camera shall
support the scheduled transfer of image data via FTP to an FTP server.
22. Supported protocols: TCP/IP, UDP/IP, HTTP, FTP, SMTP, DHCP, DNS, DDNS,
NTP and SNMP.
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The camera shall use a pixel based dual speed CCD charged with long and
short charges, creating both standard shutter speeds and fast shutter speeds
simultaneously, on a single image field.
The camera shall automatically apply each exposure pattern to bright and
normal areas on a pixel by pixel basis. The camera shall feature a digital signal
processor for image processing of both long and short signals, for a wide
dynamic range of up to 128 times over standard CCTV cameras.
The camera shall feature an image hold capability for retaining images during
preset acquisition phase.
The camera shall have the capability of password protecting all menu settings.
The camera shall be equipped with an auto back light compensation and shall
feature mask setting and level adjust capability.
The unitized camera shall feature Automatic Tracing White Balance Adjustment
for two specific applications: Nighttime through Daylight with color temperatures
between 2700K ~ 6000K and Sodium Vapor and other Nighttime illumination
through Daylight with color temperatures between 2000K ~ 6000K. In
addition, manual white balance shall be settable in the range of 2000K ~
10,000K.
The camera shall be equipped with a built-in digital motion detector with mask
setting and level adjustment.
The camera shall also be equipped with an electronic sensitivity up feature to
enhance camera performance in extreme low light conditions.
The camera shall be equipped with image stabilization capable of electronically
stabilizing the image should the camera mounting become subject to
mechanical vibration.
The unitized surveillance device shall feature an electronic shutter adjustable
from 1/60 to 1/100 second.
The camera shall feature an alphanumeric title of 16 characters.
The camera unit shall include 8 privacy zones that mask areas dynamically with
gray or mosaic; the zones shall change size automatically with camera lens focal
length and camera pan/tilt position. The privacy zone shall feature a supervisor
override function.
The Camera's zoom lens shall have a " format and a focal length of 3.8 to
114mm (30X). The zoom lens shall have an auto iris and auto focus feature that
shall allow manual override if the need arises.
The camera shall provide continuous digital zoom (10X) for a total maximum
magnification of 300X. The minimum aperture throughout this range shall vary
from a minimum of f/1.4 at the wide angle setting to f/3.7 at the telephoto lens
position.
The pan-and-tilt motor shall be a high-speed unit allowing 360 endless panning
with a tilt range of -5 to +185.
The camera shall feature a direct drive motor assembly. Belt driven unitized
camera units shall not be acceptable.
The pan-and-tilt shall allow for preset sort and sequence rotation speed of
approximately 400 per second.
The camera shall use variable manual pan speed control to allow for super fine
pan control of 0.065 to 120/s. Pan speed shall be proportional to zoom setting
The unitized surveillance device shall feature a minimum of 256 preset
positions.
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The camera shall feature a built-in digital motion detector with four areas per
scene and level adjustment capability.
The unitized camera shall be capable of automatically tracking and following a
single moving indoor target that 10 feet from the camera and occupies
approximately 10% of the field-of view, in indoor light conditions greater than 2
lux. The Auto tracking function shall not require an external video processor to
control the unitized camera. The Automatic Tracking mode shall be able to be
interrupted by manual operator control and automatically resume to its previous
tracking mode.
The camera shall be able to automatically sequence through the preset
positions in logical programming order (sequence mode) or actual position (sort
mode).
The pan-and-tilt section shall feature automatic panning mode. The Automatic
Preset Sequence or Sort mode shall be able to be interrupted by manual
operator control and automatically resume to its previous mode.
Motor driving feedback circuit shall assure pre-programmed preset position
accuracy
The camera unit shall include an autopan feature in which the camera may
rotate 360 endless panning or preprogrammed rotation angle, pausing at the
endpoints for a preprogrammed duration. The Autopan mode shall be able to
be interrupted by manual operator control and automatically resume to its
previous mode.
The dome assembly shall come pre-wired from the factory.
The camera shall use a Dual Streaming Codec with MJPEG and MPEG-4 Part 2
Video Compression.
The camera shall generate a VBS 1V p-p/75Ohm PAL composite signal through
BNC connector for local adjustment
The camera shall be capable of generating and transmitting images to meet the
following specifications.
a. JPEG: VGA (640 x 480) QVGA (320 x 240) max 30 fps
b. MPEG-4: VGA (640 x 480) QVGA (320 x 240) max 30 fps
c. Simultaneous JPEG (5 fps) and MPEG-4 (15 fps)
Picture quality mode is dynamically changed by camera itself upon picture
characteristic to feed 30 fps at MPEG-4 mode.
CCD captured digital signal data is converted from serial to parallel through slip-
ring by keeping digitally transferred and the data is taken over to video encode
process
The camera shall be able to support uni-cast and multi-cast transmissions.
The camera shall have a built-in web server so that access to the IP video
stream can be obtained using Internet Explorer Version 6.0 or better. The web
browser shall permit the user to make adjustments and settings to the camera.
Up to 15 other Network Cameras shall be viewable simultaneously by the user,
when connected to the Model WV-NS950 Camera without any additional
software required.
The camera shall have full duplex two-way audio feature and be capable of
transmitting and receiving the audio stream through the same Ethernet
connection as the video. The audio shall be encoded using the G.726 or
equivalent ADPCM standard.
The camera shall provide an SD Card slot which can support a minimum of a
1Gbytes SD card that can cache images in the event of a network failure. The
camera shall provide bandwidth controls with at least the following throughput
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levels. The camera shall also support manual recording to the optional SD
Memory Card
The Bandwidth Limit shall be adjustable to
64/128/256/512/1024/2048/4096kbps or frame priority mode
(4096kbps/unlimited).
The camera shall be capable of being configured to automatically transmit alarm
images transfer via FTP file transfer and/or e-mail. In addition the camera shall
support the scheduled transfer of image data via FTP to an FTP server.
Supported protocols: TCP/IP, UDP/IP, HTTP, FTP, SMTP, DHCP, DNS, DDNS,
NTP and SNMP.
The power source shall be 220-240VAC, 50Hz at 16W
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The camera shall incorporate a 1/4" Progressive Scan CCD Imager with Super
Dynamic III, 380,000 [768(H) x 494(V)] pixels effective, with a microlens on each
pixel. The camera shall display S/N ratio of 52dB with Super Dynamic III ON,
shutter speed OFF.
The integrated housing shall have a polycarbonate lens, cast aluminum body
and use tamper resistant hardware. The housing shall have a built in sunshield.
The housing shall be weatherproof to IP66.The unitized camera/dome assembly
shall be a self-contained unit that incorporates an integral color camera, pan-
and-tilt motor, zoom lens and receiver/driver.
The camera shall feature an advanced 1/4" interline transfer CCD with 768(H) x
494(V) pixels with a micro-lens on each pixel. The camera shall be equipped
with digital signal processing (DSP) to produce a high quality picture with a
minimum illumination of 0.02 lux in color mode with Sensitivity UP Mode ON
(32X) at lens F number 1.4 and 0.5 lux in color mode with Sensitivity UP Mode
OFF, lens F number 1.4, a minimum illumination of 0.0013 lux in black and white
mode with Sensitivity Up Mode ON (32X), 0.04 lux in black & white mode with
Sensitivity Mode OFF at lens F number 1.4
The camera shall use a pixel based dual speed CCD charged with long and
short charges, creating both standard shutter speeds and fast shutter speeds
simultaneously, on a single image field.
The camera shall automatically apply each exposure pattern to bright and
normal areas on a pixel by pixel basis. The camera shall feature a digital signal
processor for image processing of both long and short signals, for a wide
dynamic range of up to 128 times over standard CCTV cameras.
The camera shall feature an image hold capability for retaining images during
preset acquisition phase.
The camera shall have the capability of password protecting all menu settings.
The camera shall be equipped with an auto back light compensation and shall
feature mask setting and level adjust capability.
The unitized camera shall feature Automatic Tracing White Balance Adjustment
for two specific applications: Nighttime through Daylight with color temperatures
between 2700K ~ 6000K and Sodium Vapor and other Nighttime illumination
through Daylight with color temperatures between 2000K ~ 6000K. In
addition, manual white balance shall be settable in the range of 2000K ~
10,000K.
The camera shall be equipped with a built-in digital motion detector with mask
setting and level adjustment.
The camera shall also be equipped with an electronic sensitivity up feature to
enhance camera performance in extreme low light conditions.
The camera shall be equipped with image stabilization capable of electronically
stabilizing the image should the camera mounting become subject to
mechanical vibration.
The unitized surveillance device shall feature an electronic shutter adjustable
from 1/60 to 1/10,000 second.
The camera shall feature an alphanumeric title of 16 characters.
The camera unit shall include 8 privacy zones that mask areas dynamically with
gray or mosaic; the zones shall change size automatically with camera lens focal
length and camera pan/tilt position. The privacy zone shall feature a supervisor
override function.
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The Camera's zoom lens shall have a " format and a focal length of 3.8 to
114mm (30X). The zoom lens shall have an auto iris and auto focus feature that
shall allow manual override if the need arises.
The zoom lens shall provide continuous digital zoom (10X) for a total maximum
magnification of 300X. The minimum aperture throughout this range shall vary
from a minimum of f/1.4 at the wide angle setting to f/3.7 at the telephoto lens
position.
The pan-and-tilt motor shall be a high-speed unit allowing 360 endless panning
with a tilt range of -5 to +185.
The camera shall feature a direct drive motor assembly. Belt driven unitized
camera units shall not be acceptable.
The pan-and-tilt shall allow for preset sort and sequence rotation speed of
approximately 400 per second.
The camera shall use variable manual pan speed control to allow for super fine
pan control of 0.065 to 120/s. Pan speed shall be proportional to zoom
setting.
The unitized surveillance device shall feature a minimum of 256 preset
positions.
The camera shall feature a built-in digital motion detector with four areas per
scene and level adjustment capability.
The unitized camera shall be capable of automatically tracking and following a
single moving indoor target that 10 feet from the camera and occupies
approximately 10% of the field-of view, in indoor light conditions greater than 2
lux. The Auto tracking function shall not require an external video processor to
control the unitized camera. The Automatic Tracking mode shall be able to be
interrupted by manual operator control and automatically resume to its previous
tracking mode.
The camera shall be able to automatically sequence through the preset
positions in logical programming order (sequence mode) or actual position (sort
mode).
The pan-and-tilt section shall feature automatic panning mode. The Automatic
Preset Sequence or Sort mode shall be able to be interrupted by manual
operator control and automatically resume to its previous mode.
Motor driving feedback circuit shall assure pre-programmed preset position
accuracy
The camera unit shall include an autopan feature in which the camera may
rotate 360 endless panning or preprogrammed rotation angle, pausing at the
endpoints for a preprogrammed duration. The Autopan mode shall be able to
be interrupted by manual operator control and automatically resume to its
previous mode.
The dome assembly shall come pre-wired from the factory.
The camera shall use a Dual Streaming Codec with MJPEG and MPEG-4 Part 2
Video Compression.
The camera shall generate a VBS 1V p-p/75Ohm PAL composite signal through
BNC connector for local adjustment.
The camera shall be capable of generating and transmitting images to meet the
following specifications.
a. JPEG: VGA (640 x 480) QVGA (320 x 240) max 30 fps
b. MPEG-4: VGA (640 x 480) QVGA (320 x 240) max 30 fps
c. Simultaneous JPEG (5 fps) and MPEG-4 (15 fps)
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control: Pan/Tilt, Zoom, Focus, Brightness and Preset Positions. It shall be able
to search using: Time & Date, Event Type and Camera number.
The recorder shall have eight recording programs including individual recording
mode for each camera, and 6 time schedules per day.
The recorder shall have up to 36 audio capabilities and can be recorded and
played back at G.726 (ADPCM) 32 kbps.
The recorder shall have various alarm sources to include 32x Terminal inputs,
64x Camera alarm. The alarm actions shall include Alarm recording, E-mail
notification, Alarm message, Camera positioning, FTP image transfer, Terminal
output, alarm protocol output, Buzzer and LED
The recorder shall have 2x built-in network interfaces (10Base-T / 100Base-TX /
1000Base-T) for camera recording and client access.
Quick IP Setup for i-Pro network cameras through Easy Setup Utility Tool
The recorder shall have the capabilities to transfer recorded images to FTP
server upon alarm and/or live image periodically. Images recorded in the SD
memory card in the i-Pro network cameras can be transferred to the recorder
automatically even when the recorder is in recording status
The recorder shall have User/Host authentication, 4 programmable user levels,
16 user priorities and User-Camera View/Control partitioning setup for
sophisticated user management. It shall be capable of up to 32 user
registrations.
The recorder shall have Alteration detection and recorded data encryption for
data security.
The recorder shall have RAID5/6 redundant recording for data security. The
RAID6 feature allows the recorder to recover from a two-disk failure without any
loss of data (minimum four HDDs are required). With hot plug support, drives
can be replaced without any downtime, allowing 24/7 operations. It shall have
Disk partitioning to include Normal, Event, Pre-Event and Copy for flexible
record management
The recorder shall be viewable from any properly connected PC using Microsoft
Internet Explorer version 6.0 or later
The recorder shall provide for user authentication and support different user
privileges based on logon ID. From the client the user should (with proper
authentication) be able to do the following:
Setup camera
Define live viewing, recording rates and quality settings.
Define recording programs and schedules.
View live video in either single or quad views.
Search and playback recorded video.
Download selected recorded video.
Control connected PTZ cameras
The recorder shall provide for optional viewer software that is capable of viewing
multiple cameras from multiple recorders on a single screen and provide the
following features:
Software shall be able to display live video from any camera on any connected
recorder.
Software shall be able to display 1, 2x2, 3x3 or 4x4 multiplexed video.
Software shall show registered recorders on the network as icons in a drop
down menu. Cameras will be shown as icons on the same menu, indented
under the attached recorder.
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Software shall enable user to assign any video from any recorder into any
window on the multiplexed display
Software shall permit the registration of up to 32 user registration and
passwords and provide up to 5 different levels of user privileges.
Software shall permit the remote operation of properly configured Pan, Tilt,
Zoom cameras subject to the user privilege level.
Software shall provide search capabilities for attached recorders and allow
search by Event, Mark or Motion. It must apply these search criteria across
multiple recorders.
Software shall permit the playback of up to 16 simultaneous video files.
Software must be able to run on an IBM-PC/AT compatible computer with the
following minimum specifications:
Windows XP Home SP2/ XP Professional SP2/ Vista Ultimate
Microsoft DirectX 9.0c or later
Intel Core2Duo 2.66GHz Processor
1024 x768 16 Bit Graphics Card with Video Monitor
2Gbytes or more of RAM
64Mbytes or more of VRAM
10/100 Ethernet Network Card
Internet Explorer version 6.0 or later
Mouse, Keyboard
Monitor
A. General
The Contractor shall supply, install and test the IP access control system specified
herein and as shown on the drawings. The access control system shall be able to
control all secured area and main entrance to insure restrictive entry. The Access
Control system should manage CCTV & AS ( Alarm System) equipments.
B. System Description
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The purpose of the access control system is to monitor the access points to the
main entrances of staff areas shown on the drawings for 24 hours a day, 7 days a
week.
A. Hardware Components
B. Communications
C. Alarm Monitoring
D. Access Control
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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
1. The system shall be an IP intelligent security platform that unites intrusion and
access control with smart card operations and remote communications. All of its
functions shall work together from a single control panel. The system shall be
configured using modular components to provide complete flexibility in features
and capabilities. The system shall work with existing equipment and wiring, even
interfacing with existing Wiegand-based card reader systems.
Use a single card action to lock/unlock doors, arm/disarm alarms and control
other operations.
Select who goes where and when, with flexible access control.
Issue ID cards and assign user privileges individually or by groups of
employees.
Assign alarm inputs to specific areas or groups of areas.
Virtually eliminate false alarms with all-in-one security control. Users shall no
longer be required to remember to disarm a security system after unlocking a
door.
Manage your security operations on-site or from remote locations.
General Overview
The Main Control Panel shall contain an on-board switched mode power supply with
battery charger and obtain power from a 230V 50Hz/23VAC 2.0A transformer.
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The enclosure shall be steel fabricated and powder coated beige. Two enclosures
are available:
Large: The outside dimension in the closed position shall be (475w) x (460h) x
(160d).
Standard: The outside dimension in the closed position shall be (315w) x (445h) x
(88d).
Inputs
A. Alarm Inputs. The Main Control Panel shall monitor up to sixteen (16) EOL
supervised inputs with expansion capabilities for up to two hundred and fifty six
(256) Inputs via DGPs. The option of two or four state Input monitoring may be
selected. Three EOL resistance values (4.7k, 10k and 2.2k) shall be available.
Outputs
Output Expansion
Relay boards and Open Collector boards provide up to two hundred and fifty five
(255) programmable outputs per MCP. The relays should have a minimum rating of
12 volts 50mA, and relays on the Intelligent 4 door/elevator controller shall use
relays rated at 12 volts 10 Amps. All relay should be Form C.
(RAS) The Main Control Panel shall support up to sixteen (16) RAS on the RS485
data bus. At least one LCD RAS shall be connected to each MCP for programming,
control and display of system status and events. In addition, various forms of card
readers and/or PIN keypads or combinations of both may fill each additional RAS
position.
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1. The Main Control Panel shall support up to fifteen (15) DGPs on the RS485 data
bus. DGPs provide the ability to expand the number of EOLR supervised inputs
2. Maximum number of inputs using DGPs shall be two hundred and fifty six (256)
per MCP.
3. Maximum number of inputs using DGPs shall be one hundred and twenty eight
(128) per MCP.
4. Maximum number of inputs using DGPs shall be sixty four (64) per MCP.
5. Maximum number of inputs using DGPs shall be thirty two (32) per MCP.
6. Intelligent Door Controller DGPs, shall also have the ability to be used as a four
(4) door access controller (4DC) and shall have the ability to control and monitor
up to forty eight (48) intelligent doors in addition to the sixteen (16) doors
supported by the MCP. Intelligent features shall include:
Intelligent Lift Controller DGPs, shall also have the ability to be used as a four (4) lift
access controller (4LC) and shall have the ability to control and monitor up to sixty
four (48) floors per Lift. Intelligent features shall include:
Users shall be stored locally on each lift controller
Floor groups shall be stored locally on each lift controller.
Time zones shall be stored locally on each lift controller.
Lift Soft/Hard and timed Anti-pass back shall be global on all lift controllers
connected to a control panel.
The ability to use a card plus PIN
The number of users per region shall be controlled.
Incorporate lift interlock, such as mantraps and sally ports.
Ability to require the two-card rule.
Users shall be allowed to only access allowed floors
Users shall be stored locally on each Bank controller
Door groups shall be stored locally on each bank controller
Time zones shall be stored locally on each bank controller.
Lift Soft/Hard and timed Anti-pass back shall be global on all bank
controllers connected to a control panel.
The ability to use a card plus PIN
Ability to require the two-card rule.
Outputs
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DGPs, excluding Wireless DGPs shall have sixteen (16) outputs, available
through Relay cards or open collector cards.
Intelligent Addressable DGPs shall have up to thirty two (32) outputs available
through IADS Output devices.
Intelligent Controllers shall have four (4) relays for switching door locks.
All DGPs with built-in power supply shall have a siren output.
All devices on the RS485 data bus shall be polled continuously to ensure correct
operation. Should any of the bus devices fail to respond to a series of polls from
the Main Control Panel, a trouble alarm shall be generated on the system
specifying the off-line device details. The alarm shall be notified on LCD display,
keypad trouble LED and be reported to a Central Station.\
The system shall operate in real time mode and distribute processing activity to
the intelligent controllers. It shall also be capable of communicating to all remote
devices using an integrated fiber optic module.
SYSTEM MONITORING
General Overview
The Main Control Panel shall be capable of reporting all the alarm, access and
system events to a Host PC running a Management Software.
Local Host PC
It shall be possible to have a permanent direct connection between the Main Control
Panel and the Host PC using an optional Computer and Printer interface installed
onto the MCP. Connection over IP shall be provided by an optional IP interface A
10-digit password is required to allow initial connection. The number of connection
attempts is programmable from 0 (no PC connection allowed) to 255.
Temporary Remote PC
It shall also be possible to have a temporary remote connection between the Main
Control Panel and a PC via leased line, PSTN, ISDN or GSM using the built-in or an
optional plug-on digital dialler.
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An authorized user shall clear the incoming call via a LCD RAS.
The Main Control Panel shall call back the originator of the call on a pre-
programmed phone number. In both cases, a 10-digit password is required
to allow any connection and the number of connection attempts is
programmable from 0 (no PC connection allowed ) to 255.)
Permanent Remote PC
The Main Control Panel shall be capable of allowing local operators and/or remote
operators to connect to the system from a PC running the Management Software. A
10-digit password is required to allow any connection and the number of connection
attempts is programmable from 0 (no PC connection allowed) to 255.
ALARM REPORTING
General overview
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The Main Control Panel shall be capable of reporting alarm and specified events to
commercial Central Monitoring Stations. These would be events such as:
The Main Control Panel shall be capable of holding 255 reporting events within the
buffer.
1. PSTN Connection
A PSTN connection to a CMS shall be done using the built-in digital dialer. The Main
Control Panel shall monitor the status of the PSTN line and display Report Fail on
all LCD RAS units if the line is faulty, open circuit, continually busy or there is no
answer when attempting to communicate to the Central Monitoring Station. It shall
also be capable of reporting to a backup number in case the first number fails.
PSTN shall also be available as backup to any other type of connection to a Central
Station.
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GSM Connection
A GSM connection to a CMS shall be done using an optional plug-on digital dialer.
The Main Control Panel shall monitor the status of the GSM line and display
Report Fail on all LCD RAS units if the line is faulty, open circuit, continually busy
or there is no answer when attempting to communicate to the Central Monitoring
Station. It shall also be capable of reporting to a backup number in case the first
number fails.
GSM shall also be available as backup to any other type of connection to a Central
Station.
IP Connection
a. Each Main Control Panel shall be capable of reporting events and alarms using a
variety of formats such as SIA (large or small), XSIA (large or small), Contact ID
(large or small), FSK 200 baud, VdS 2465 (large or small), X.25 ENAI or Voice
Reporting (with or without acknowledge)
b. The Main Control Panel shall support up to four CMS, with each CMS having two
phone numbers. This gives eight possible connections through which an event
can be reported. It shall be possible to programme different formats including
Voice Reporting, to report via each CMS. Each CMS can be used to report via
any medium (PSTN, ISDN, GSM or IP), including for backup purposes. The Main
Control Panel shall support Multiple as well as Dual Central Stations Reporting.
7. Dual Central Stations Reporting is where an event must successfully report to all
the CMS, programmed as Dual Reporting, before it is marked as reported and
removed from the queue.
8. Voice Reporting
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Each Main Control Panel shall be capable of playing back pre-recorded voices
messages through optional module(s) connected on the MI expansion bus. It shall
be possible to connect two (2) Voice Reporting modules per MCP and there shall be
a minimum of eight (8) Messages per module; the leader message, the address
message and six alarm messages. If a second module is installed, all eight
messages for the second module will be alarm messages. The total recording time
per module shall be thirty five (35) seconds.
General Overview
The Main Control Panel shall be capable of running a diagnostic session upon
request of a PC Management Software. The PC Management Software shall upload
the results of the checks. The parameters checked by the diagnostic facility shall be
in line with the EN50131 and include the measurement of analogue values like the
input resistance and the voltage supplied to each DGP and RAS on the RS485 data
bus. It shall be possible to launch a diagnostic session either locally or from a
remote location through a PSTN, ISDN or leased line connection.
Checked Parameters
The diagnostic facility shall also be able upon specific request - to activate the
sirens and flash for a period of 3 seconds and send a SIA RX test message to the
Central Monitoring Station.
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Standard memory
As standard, the Main Control Panel shall be capable of managing the following
numbers of system parameters;
50 Individual Users.
74 Alarm Groups
10 Door Group
10 Floor Groups
250 Alarm event buffer
10 Access event buffer
24 Time Zones, each with 4 periods.
64 Holidays.
365 Day real time clock with Daylight Savings facilities
The memory capabilities in used in the Main Control Panel and the Intelligent
Controllers shall be equal. If the Main Control Panel is fitted with IUMs (read below),
the Intelligent Controllers need to be upgraded to have the same memory
configuration.
Software IUM
When not using IUM modules, a software solution shall be available to enable
reading any proprietary card format to a maximum of 48 bits including any parity bits
or checksums included in the card data.
An optional 1 Meg Memory Expansion unit shall be fitted to the Main Control Panel
to increase the following system numbers;
11,466 Individual Users, up to 1000 with PIN codes (without Soft IUM mode
enabled)
2000 Individual Users with both Card & PIN code (with Soft IUM mode
enabled)
An optional 4 Meg Intelligent User Module (IUM) shall be fitted to the Main Control
Panel and Intelligent Controllers to provide the above listed features in addition to
the following functions:
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An optional 8 Meg Intelligent User Module (IUM) shall be fitted to the Main Control
Panel and Intelligent Controllers to provide the above listed features in addition to
the following functions:
The Main Control Panel shall communicate with all remote devices by using a data
bus. This network shall use RS485 data bus multi-drop protocol at a data rate of
4800bps. All devices on the data bus may be polled in a star or loop configuration.
A 470 Ohms resistance shall terminate the longest cable run to balance the
impedance.
1. The maximum distance between the Main Control Panel and any device,
whether a RAS, DGP or Intelligent controller shall be no more than 1.5Km on
approved cable.
2. The data bus shall be cabled in Belden 8723 or equivalent (shielded, twisted, 2
pair). The shield shall be connected to the common earthing point, but strictly at
one end of the cable. When the data bus stretches across different buildings, all
the DGPs with power supply should be connected to the safety earth with a
separated earth cable of no less than 2.5mm2 connected to ground at a
common point.
3. The Main Control Panel shall have the capability of monitoring and reporting all
POLL errors from remote devices. This error count shall be resetable and shall
be able to display numerically all errors per device.
The Main Control Panel, or any other devices, such as RAS units, DGPs or
intelligent controllers, shall have the capability of communicating on a Fibre Optic
bus using RS485/Fibre Optic converters.
The Fibre optic units shall be capable of true signal repeating and multi-dropping to
RS485 data bus protocol within the same unit. The distance between Fibre Optic
units shall not exceed 1.5Km. Up to thirty two (32) Fibre Optic repeaters may be
connected on one data bus in daisy chain configuration.
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When data bus device distances in excess of 1.5Km are required, or a different
media is utilized, the Main Control Panel shall be capable of communicating with
remote devices via Leased Line modems. Interfaces may be used to convert the
RS485 data bus to an RS232 protocol and vice versa.
Area Operation/Control
The status of every area shall be shown clearly on the RAS. The Main Control Panel
shall be capable of displaying the status of individual areas on card readers, LED
RAS units as well as third party equipment such as consoles and mimic panels etc,
by using the system outputs. System area status may also be controlled and
monitored by the Host PC.
General Overview
The Main Control Panel shall be capable of running a diagnostic session upon
request of a PC Management Software. The PC Management Software shall
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upload the results of the checks. The parameters checked by the diagnostic facility
shall be in line with the EN50131 and include the measurement of analogue values
like the input resistance and the voltage supplied to each DGP and RAS on the
RS485 data bus. It shall be possible to launch a diagnostic session either locally or
from a remote location through a PSTN, ISDN or leased line connection.
Checked Parameters
The diagnostic facility shall also be able upon specific request - to activate the
sirens and flash for a period of 3 seconds and send a SIA RX test message to the
Central Monitoring Station.
Standard Memory
As standard, the Main Control Panel shall be capable of managing the following
numbers of system parameters;
50 Individual Users.
74 Alarm Groups
10 Door Group
10 Floor Groups
250 Alarm event buffer
10 Access event buffer
24 Time Zones, each with 4 periods.
64 Holidays.
365 Day real time clock with Daylight Savings facilities
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The memory capabilities in used in the Main Control Panel and the Intelligent
Controllers shall be equal. If the Main Control Panel is fitted with IUMs (read below),
the Intelligent Controllers need to be upgraded to have the same memory
configuration.
Software IUM
When not using IUM modules, a software solution shall be available to enable
reading any proprietary card format to a maximum of 48 bits including any parity bits
or checksums included in the card data.
An optional 1 Meg Memory Expansion unit shall be fitted to the Main Control Panel
to increase the following system numbers;
11,466 Individual Users, up to 1000 with PIN codes (without Soft IUM
mode enabled)
2000 Individual Users with both Card & PIN code (with Soft IUM mode
enabled)
The Main Control Panel shall communicate with all remote devices by using a data
bus. This network shall use RS485 data bus multi-drop protocol at a data rate of
4800bps. All devices on the data bus may be polled in a star or loop configuration.
A 470 Ohms resistance shall terminate the longest cable run to balance the
impedance.
1. The maximum distance between the Main Control Panel and any device,
whether a RAS, DGP or Intelligent controller shall be no more than 1.5Km on
approved cable.
2. The data bus shall be cabled in Belden 8723 or equivalent (shielded, twisted, 2
pair). The shield shall be connected to the common earthing point, but strictly at
one end of the cable. When the data bus stretches across different buildings, all
the DGPs with power supply should be connected to the safety earth with a
separated earth cable of no less than 2.5mm2 connected to ground at a
common point.
3. The Main Control Panel shall have the capability of monitoring and reporting all
POLL errors from remote devices. This error count shall be resetable and shall
be able to display numerically all errors per device.
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The Main Control Panel, or any other devices, such as RAS units, DGPs or
intelligent controllers, shall have the capability of communicating on a Fibre Optic
bus using RS485/Fibre Optic converters.
The Fibre optic units shall be capable of true signal repeating and multi-dropping to
RS485 data bus protocol within the same unit. The distance between Fibre Optic
units shall not exceed 1.5Km. Up to thirty two (32) Fibre Optic repeaters may be
connected on one data bus in daisy chain configuration.
When data bus device distances in excess of 1.5Km are required, or a different
media is utilized, the Main Control Panel shall be capable of communicating with
remote devices via Leased Line modems. Interfaces may be used to convert the
RS485 data bus to an RS232 protocol and vice versa.
Area Operation/Control
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The status of every area shall be shown clearly on the RAS. The Main Control Panel
shall be capable of displaying the status of individual areas on card readers, LED
RAS units as well as third party equipment such as consoles and mimic panels etc,
by using the system outputs. System area status may also be controlled and
monitored by the Host PC.
Biometric Reader
The biometric key pad reader should integrate easily into access control systems.
The fingerprint must be enrolled and stored on contactless smart card or directly on
the reader and this can be done through the software included with the reader or
through an Administrator Mode accessible through the keypad and display. Once a
fingerprint is enrolled, authentication may be performed any number of times.
Authentication may be initiated either through the keypad (if a template is stored
directly on the reader) or by presenting a smart card to the reader. After
authentication, the smart card biometric shall send a Wiegand string to the Access
Control System or other host equipment for appropriate action.
The unit shall support an unlimited number of users since the fingerprint template
file is stored on the smart card itself rather than on the readers local memory. A
maximum of two fingerprint templates may be stored per contactless smart card. If
templates are stored on the readers local memory, whereby the verification is
initiated by providing an ID number via keypad entry, the unit shall store up to 3550
fingerprint templates.
Supported Cards
The Unit shall support the following contactless smart cards: HID Corp. iCLASS
16kbits (2kBytes) 2-Application Area cards HID Corp. iCLASS 16kbits (2kBytes) 16-
Application Area cards Honeywell Access Systems 16kbits (2kBytes) OmniSmart
cards
Memory
The reader shall utilize non-volatile flash memory to store all templates and data
configurations and shall therefore not lose any templates or configuration
information if the reader is powered down.
The SiteKey shall be stored within the internal memory of the reader and shall be
encrypted and stored on the smart card itself. For security purposes, the SiteKey
shall not be stored within the Admin software or PC, and may NOT be retrieved by
the reader.
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Configure biometric smart card reader security settings Read/Write the fingerprint
template information to a smart card Enroll new user fingerprint templates Edit
existing user fingerprint templates Delete user fingerprint templates Distribute the
user templates from the reader or PC to other readers in the installation Adjust the
parameters (communications, biometrics, Wiegand, line trigger, etc.) of an individual
reader or all readers connected on a network Configure the operation of the
biometric top LED Create user access, holiday, and biometric schedules Download
the reader transaction log Upload alternate menu prompts (i.e., Arabic menu
prompt) Perform firmware upgrades
Standard 26-bit
Apollo 44-bit
Northern 34-bit
Northern 34-bit (no parity)
Andover 37-bit*
Generic 64-bit*
Ademco 34-bit
HID Corporate 1000 35-bit
HID 37-bit
Wiegand 4002 40-bit*
Generic 34-bit*
Pass-Thru Formats
The reader shall support a Pass-Thru mode. In this mode, critical information about
the format is provided to the biometric unit, which shall allow the reader to correctly
generate the card ID required to send to the Access Control System. To support
your proprietary Wiegand format in a Pass-Thru mode.
Smart Card
Features:
13.56 MHz read/write contactless smart card and 125 kHz technology
provides high-speed, reliable communications with high data integrity.
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All 2k bit (256 Byte) iCLASS credentials have the following features:
All 16k bit (2k Byte) iCLASS credentials have the following features:
Features
All RF data transmission between the card and reader should be encrypted, using a
secure algorithm.
Indoor/Outdoor Design
Parking Reader
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Specifications
Operating frequency Europe: 2.400 2.482 GHz US: 2.438 2.457 GHz
Mounting : Wall mounting set included Pole mounting set and weather proof
protection hood optional available
Certifications
Barrier
3.0 Mt. Maximum arm length or two nos. for more width entry and exit , opeing time
approximately 3 seconds
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Door Locks
Metal detectors shall have the following features and conform to the specified
performance approvals and certifications.
1. FEATURES
2. PERFORMANCE
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3. CE Approved.
4. CSA Approved.
5. CB Certified.
6. Safe for Medical Implants, Pregnant Women, and all Magnetic Media.
b. Multi-Dimensional Coil Design able to detect guns, knives, and other flat and
rod shaped weapons.
c. Field Uniformity providing equal detection capabilities for floor level
screening.
d. External Interference Cancellation using Digital Signal Processing
technology (DSP).
e. Target Detection is independent of pass-through speed.
3. OPTIONS
Test on Site
1. The Contractor shall supply all necessary equipment and labor for the
in site testing of heads and sensors of all types.
a. General
Provide all labour, materials, and equipment to furnish, install, and place in
operation the power generation system in accordance with the contract documents
and manufacturer's drawings and installation instructions. These specifications also
describe requirements for the design, fabrication, and testing of the power system.
The installation of the power generation system shall include the following:
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6. Mounting system.
7. System control and switchgear.
b. Related Works
Refer to the following Tender Specification sections for related mechanical and
electrical considerations.
c. System Description
Generator sets shall be of the Prime Power rating for standby application and these
ratings shall be as indicated upon the drawings.
Prime Power rating is defined as 10% overload for 1 hour duration in any 12 hours
period of continuous operation at full-load.
d. System Loads
The diesel generator set(s) shall be sized to accept a minimum of 50% the full-load
rating upon starting and the voltage transient shall remain within 10% of nominal
output voltage.
e. System Function
The generator set(s) shall include the all the necessary controls and equipment to
automatically control the optimum generator set operation. After starting, the unit(s)
shall automatically attain rated speed and voltage, and accept the rated load. The
engine governor shall control generator set speed, while generator output voltage
regulation shall be a function of the generator automatic voltage regulator. Facilities
for the manual adjustment of the generator speed and voltage shall also be
provided.
A daily fuel tank with sufficient fuel capacity for at least 8 hours duty on full load
shall be provided, in a suitable location in the room. A dial type fuel gauge, fuel
filter inlet and outlet connections, drain plug and all feed and return fuel pipes
shall be fitted to the tank complete with hose for filling purposes.
An electrical or manual fuel lift pump shall be supplied and installed near the daily
fuel tank to lift fuel automatically or manually from the bulk storage tank with
capacity at least 48 hours duty on full load to the daily storage tank. Necessary
float switches to operate lift pump shall be provided.
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All full tanks must be as per Woqood specification and the contractor shall obtain
approval from Woqood before any installation for generator full tank, full network &
fill point location and size.
g. Performance
The power generating system shall meet the performance criteria that follow:
3. Fuel - Diesel engines shall be able to deliver rated power when operating on
Type 2 diesel fuel having 35 o API (16C, 60F) specific gravity.
4. Fuel Consumption - Diesel fuel rates shall be based on fuel having a low
heating value (LHV) of 42,780 kJ/kg (18,390 Btu/lb.) when used at 29 oC
(85oF) and weight 838.9 g/l (7.001 lbs. / U.S. gal).
5. Start Time & Load Acceptance - Engines shall start, achieve rated voltage
and frequency, and be capable of accepting full-load within 10 seconds
when properly equipped and maintained.
7. Power Delivery - Prime rating with 10% overload capability for a duration of 1
hour in any 12 hour period of operation at the rated full-load.
8. Frequency - 50 Hz
10. Allowable maximum Voltage Dip - upon the application of 50% of full-load
power rating Within 10%.
h. Build Quality
The complete power generation system, including engine, alternator and control
panel shall be supplied by same manufacturer and the authorized dealer who has
been regularly engaged in the supply and support of complete diesel generator
power system products. All components shall be designed to achieve optimum
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i. Responsibility
The responsibility for performance to this specification shall not be divided among
individual component manufacturers, but must be assumed solely by the primary
system supplier. This includes generating system design, manufacture, test, and
having a local supplier responsible for service, parts, and warranty for the total
system.
Generator set mounted sub-assemblies such as cooling system, base, air intake
system, exhaust outlet fittings, and the generator set mounted controls shall be
designed, built, and assembled as a complete unit by the engine - generator
manufacturer.
k. Production Tests
The system manufacturer shall perform post production tests on the generator set
supplied. A certified report of these tests shall be made available when requested
and shall also be included in the O&M Manual.
l. Drawings
All installation drawings and wiring diagrams for the generator set, controls, and
switch gear must conform to a common and approved format.
m. Submittals
Engine:
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Alternator:
Model
Frame
Insulation class
Number of leads
Weight, total
Weight, rotor
Airflow
Efficiency at 0.8 power factor for - 50% / 75% / 100% load.
Time constants; short circuit transient (T'D).
Time constants, armature short circuit (TA).
Reactance, sub transient - direct axis (XD).
Reactance, transient - saturated (XD).
Reactance, synchronous - direct axis (XD).
Reactance, negative sequence (X2).
Reactance, zero sequence (X0).
Fault current, 3 phase symmetrical.
Decrement curve.
Radiator:
Model
Type
Fan drive ratio
Coolant capacity, radiator.
Coolant capacity, radiator & engine.
Weight both, dry & wet.
System:
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o 50 % load.
o 75 % load.
o 100% load.
Combustion air inlet flow rate.
Exhaust gas, flow rate.
Stack temperature.
Exhaust system backpressure (maximum).
Heat rejection to:
o coolant
o after cooler
o exhaust
o atmosphere from engine
o atmosphere from generator
Auxiliary Equipment
Wiring Diagrams
Warranty Statements
Service
The manufacturer shall have a local authorized dealer who can provide factory-
trained servicemen, the required stock of replacement parts, technical assistance,
and warranty administration.
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The manufacturer's authorized dealer shall have a local parts and service facility,
preferably near to the jobsite.
The manufacturer's and dealer's warranty shall in no event be for a period of less
than one year from date of hand-over to the Client.
The generator set supplier shall have factory trained service representatives and all
the tooling necessary to install, test, maintain, and repair all provided equipment.
The generator set supplier shall have sufficient parts inventory to maintain over the
counter availability of at least 90% of the component parts.
The generator set supplier shall provide a scheduled oil sampling service to monitor
the engine condition on an ongoing and regular basis.
The oil samples shall be analyzed at the generator set supplier's facility by factory
trained personnel.
o. Component Requirements
The engine shall be stationary, Jacket water after cooler, 1500 RPM, four cycle
design with DRY exhaust manifolds. It shall be manufactured in the United States,
Western Europe or in Japan. It shall not be manufactured with any Class I ozone
depleting substances (ODS) as defined by Federal Register Vol 5, No. 86.
The engine shall be equipped with air filters, fuel filters and pressure gauge,
lubricating oil cooler, filters, and pressure gauge, water pump and temperature
gauge, service hour meter, flywheel, and flywheel housing when applicable.
The lubrication oil pump shall be a positive displacement type that is integral with
the engine and gear driven from the engine gear train. The system shall
incorporate full flow filtration with bypass valve to continue lubrication in the event of
filter clogging.
The bypass valve must be integral with the engine filter base or receptacle.
Systems where bypass valves are located in the replaceable oil filter are not
acceptable. Pistons shall be oil cooled by continuous jet spray to the underside or
inside of the crown and piston pin.
The filter shall incorporate a self-lubricating, free rotating seal and have a
nonmetallic core sufficiently rigid to minimize movement or shifting of the filtration
media.
The fuel system shall be integral with the engine. It shall consist of fuel filter,
transfer pump, injection pumps, lines, and nozzles. The transfer pump shall deliver
fuel under low pressure to individual injection pumps - one for each cylinder.
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The injection pumps shall be driven from the camshaft and simultaneously
controlled by a rack and pinion assembly that is hydraulically actuated by signals
from the engine governor. The pumps shall be of a variable displacement type to
alter the volume of fuel delivered to the spray nozzles according to load demand.
The nozzles shall inject fuel directly into the cylinder in the optimum spray pattern
for efficient combustion.
In addition to the standard filter, the fuel system shall include a primary fuel filter
between the fuel tank and transfer pump to screen large contaminants.
A fuel/water separator shall protect the fuel system from water damage.
A manual fuel-priming pump shall facilitate priming and bleeding air from the
system.
Flexible fuel lines between engine and fuel supply shall be installed to isolate
vibration.
A Free floor standing tank with capacity for 8-hour full-load operation shall be
provided. The tank shall incorporate threaded pipe connections; float switches, fuel
gauge, and a high fuel level alarm contact. A manual shutoff valve on the fuel line
to the engine and a tank drain valve shall also be included.
The engine governor shall be Electronic type and transient load response within
commercial and ISO 8528 tolerances. It will be selected, installed, and tested by
the generator set manufacturer to meet step load starting kVA requirement specified
within this document.
The engine control shall be of Electronic Programmable type. The control will
monitor all significant engine parameters,
The engine Jacket water-cooling system shall be a closed circuit design with
provision for filling, expansion and de-aeration. The cooling pump shall be driven
by the engine. Coolant temperature shall be internally regulated to disconnect
external cooling systems until operating temperature is achieved.
Heat rejected to the engine jacket water shall be discharged to the atmosphere
through a close-coupled radiator. The radiator shall be sized to cool the engine
continuously while operating at full rated load and at site conditions. It shall be a
folded core design consisting of individually replaceable core assemblies sealed
between the top and bottom tank and which can be replaced individually at the job
site.
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The radiator-cooling fan shall be a blower type driven from the engine. Air shall be
drawn from the engine side and exhausted through the radiator core.
The engine air cleaner shall be engine mounted with dry element requiring
replacement no more frequently than 500 operating hours or once each year. If
external ducting is required, maximum restriction to the combustion air inlet shall be
6.7 kPa (27 in H2O) with airflow of 932 cfm.
Turbochargers shall be of the axial turbine type driven by engine exhaust gases and
direct - connected to a compressor supplying engine combustion air.
Piping shall be supported and braced to prevent weight or thermal growth being
transferred to the engine and flexible expansion fittings provided to accommodate
thermal growth. Support dampers and springs shall be included where necessary to
isolate vibration.
Long runs of pipe shall be pitched away from the engine and water traps installed at
the lowest point. Exhaust stacks shall be extended to avoid nuisance fumes and
odors, and outlets cut at 45 to minimize noise.
Exhaust piping shall be insulated and clad with aluminium to limit the surface
temperature within 65oC.
The exhaust silencer shall be at minimum of the Residential grade (25 dBA) quality
to provide extreme noise attenuation for environments with low background noise.
An exhaust thimble shall be installed at the point where the exhaust pipe penetrates
the building.
The engine starting system shall include 24 volt DC starting motor(s), starter relay,
and automatic reset circuit breaker to protect against butt engagement. Batteries
shall be maintenance free, lead acid types mounted near the starting motor. A
corrosion resistant or coated steel battery rack shall be located to avoid spillage
from servicing of fuel and oil filters. Required cables will be furnished and sized to
satisfy circuit requirements. The system shall be capable of starting a properly
equipped engine within 10 seconds at ambient temperatures greater than 22 oC
(70oF).
Batteries for starting and control shall be selected and supplied by the generator set
manufacturer. They shall be a heavy-duty NiCad type with thru-partition
connectors, and housed in a hard rubber or polypropylene case with provision for
venting.
Batteries shall be located as close to the starting motor as practical, away from
spark sources, in a relatively cool ambient, and permit easy inspection and
maintenance. Battery warranty shall be the responsibility of the generator set
manufacturer.
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The alternator(s) shall be Prime rated for Standby Application 415 V, three phase, 4
wire, 50 Hz, 0.8 1500 rpm.
Alternator to be suitable for Motor Starting duty of 50% of Generator set rating and
maximum 10% voltage dip.
Alternator efficiencies shall be calculated according to IEC 34-2 Section 4, with all
I2R losses corrected to 115 oC.
The revolving field coils shall be precision wet layer wound with epoxy-based
material applied to each layer of magnet wire. Alternator pitch shall optimize
efficiency and minimize total harmonic distortion. The field shall be prototyped
tested for two hours at 150% of rated speed at 70 oC, and production tested at 125%
of rated speed. It shall be dynamically balanced to 0.5 mil peak-to-peak.
The alternator exciter shall be brushless with the circuit consisting of a three-phase
armature and a three-phase full wave bridge rectifier mounted on the rotor shaft.
Surge suppressors shall be included to protect the rotating diodes from voltage
spikes.
The permanent magnet excitation system shall derive excitation current from a pilot
exciter mounted on the rotor shaft. It shall enable the alternator to sustain 300% of
rated current for ten seconds during a fault condition.
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The digital voltage regulator shall be microprocessor based with fully programmable
operating and protection characteristics. The regulator shall maintain generator
output voltage within +/- 0.25% for any constant load between no load and full-load.
The regulator shall be capable of sensing true RMS in three phases of alternator
output voltage, or operating in single phase sensing mode. The voltage regulator
shall include a VAr / Pf control feature as standard. The regulator shall provide an
adjustable dual slope regulation characteristic in order to optimize voltage and
frequency response for site conditions. The voltage regulator shall include standard
the capability to provide generator paralleling with reactive droop compensation and
reactive differential compensation.
The voltage regulator shall communicate with the Generator Control Panel via a
J1939 communication network with generator voltage adjustments made via the
controller keypad. Additionally, the controller shall allow system parameter setup
and monitoring, and provide fault alarm and shutdown information through the
controller. A PC-based user interface shall be available to allow viewing and
modifying operating parameters in a windows compatible environment.
The engine and generator shall be assembled to a common base by the engine-
generator manufacturer. The generator set base shall be designed and built by the
engine-generator manufacturer to resist deflection, maintain alignment, and
minimize resonant linear vibration.
The base mounting frame shall be original diesel generator set manufacturers
design.
Linear vibration isolators shall be provided for installation below the Generator set
skid.
The bulk fuel store shall be a steel tank with a capacity of 1 day full-load operation.
It shall be in accordance with local code requirements. The tank shall be equipped
with the necessary openings including fill, vent, sounding, gauges, suction and
return openings set within a 600 mm x 600 mm manhole.
The tank shall be buried below grade in accordance with the drawings provided by
the Structural Engineers.
The daily service fuel storage shall be separate from the diesel generator set and
located within the Generator Room as shown upon the drawings. All the necessary
fuel transfer pumps & pipe work to transfer fuel from the bulk storage tank to the
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daily service tank and then to the diesel generator set shall be provided by the
Contractor. The tanks shall incorporate pipe connections, fuel transfer pump, float
switch, fuel gauge, and a high fuel level alarm contacts wired to an indicating light
on the generator set control cubicle. A manual shut-off valve on the engine supply
line and a drain valve shall be included.
The controls, protection and monitoring systems necessary for the generator set
and its operation shall be the responsibility of the generator set manufacturer. All
sub-system components, interfaces and logic shall be compatible with the engine-
mounted devices.
Provide a fully solid-state, microprocessor based, generator set control. The control
panel shall be designed and built by the engine manufacturer. The control shall
provide all operating, monitoring, and control functions for the generator set. The
control panel shall provide real time digital communications to all engine and
regulator controls via SAE J1939.
The generator set control shall be tested and certified to the following environmental
conditions:
1. The controls shall include a minimum 64 x 240 pixel, 28mm x 100mm, white
backlit graphical display with text based alarm / event descriptions.
2. The controls shall include as minimum a 3-line data display.
3. Audible horn for alarm and shut-down with horn silence switch.
4. Standard ISO labeling.
5. Multiple language capability.
6. Remote start / stop controls.
7. Local run/off/auto controls integral to system microprocessor.
8. Cool down timer.
9. Speed adjustment.
10. Lamps test.
11. Push button emergency stop button.
12. Voltage adjustment.
13. Voltage regulator V/Hz slope adjustable.
14. Password protected system programming.
The controls shall provide digital read outs for the engine and generator and the
readings shall be indicated in either metric or imperial units based upon selection.
The indications shall be as follows:
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Engine
Generator
Voltage Regulation
1. Excitation voltage.
2. Excitation current.
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The control shall monitor and provide alarm indication and subsequent automatic
shut-down for the specified conditions. All alarms and shut-downs shall be assigned
a time, date, and engine hours run tag that to be stored by the control panel for
both the first and last occurrences. The alarm monitoring and shut-downs shall
include the following:
The Controller shall include the ability to accept 18 programmable digital input
signals. The signals may be programmed for either high or low activation using
programmable normally open or normally closed contacts.
The control shall include the ability to operate 14 programmable relay output
signals, which shall integral to the controller. The output relays shall be rated for 2A
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The control shall include the ability to operate 2 discrete outputs, integral to the
controller, which are capable of sinking up to 300 mA.
All engine, voltage regulator, control panel and accessory units shall be accessible
through a single electronic service tool. The following maintenance functionality
shall be integral to the generator set control:
a. Day of week.
b. Time of day to start.
c. Duration of cycle.
The controls shall include Modbus RTU communications as standard via RS-485
half duplex with configurable baud rates from 2.4k to 57.6k.
Monitoring Software shall also be provided with the functionality that follows:
The Contractor shall also provide a local control panel mounted annunciator to meet
the requirements of NFPA 110, Level 1 as follows:
a. Over crank.
b. Low coolant temperature.
c. High coolant temperature warning.
d. High coolant temperature shut-down.
e. Low oil pressure warning.
f. Low oil pressure shut-down.
g. Over speed.
h. Low coolant level.
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1. The annunciator shall provide remote indications of all the points listed
above and shall incorporate ring-back capability so that after silencing the
initial alarm, any subsequent alarms will sound the horn.
2. Ability to be located up to 250 m from the generator set
The following articles and paragraphs are intended to define acceptable procedures
and practices of inspecting, installing, and testing the generator set and associated
equipment.
Prior to delivery and acceptance, the generator set shall be tested to show it is free
of any defects and will start automatically and carry full-load. This testing shall be
performed at the facility of the system manufacturer's authorized local dealer.
The testing shall be done on dry type, resistive load banks capable of definite and
precise incremental loading. Salt water brine tanks or load banks requiring water as
a source of cooling will not be allowed.
Load bank testing shall be done in the presence of the owner's engineer or his
appointed representative. Testing shall be for a minimum of four hours under full-
load.
The bidder shall furnish all consumables necessary for testing. Any defects, which
become evident during the test shall be corrected by the bidder at his own expense
prior to shipment to the jobsite.
Delivery shall be made to the project construction site by the system manufacturer's
authorized dealer.
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Pre-Start Checks:
1. Oil level.
2. Water level.
3. Day tank fuel level.
4. Battery connection and charge condition.
5. Air start supply pressure (if so equipped).
6. Engine to control interconnects.
7. Engine generator intake / exhaust obstructions.
8. Engine room ventilation obstructions.
9. Removal of all packing materials.
Operational Tests:
For the duration of each load test the engine and generator parameters shall be
recorded at 15 minute intervals as follows:
1. Date / Time.
2. KW, Voltage & Amperage (3 phase), frequency.
3. Fuel pressure, oil pressure and water temperature.
4. Exhaust gas temperature at engine exhaust outlet.
5. Generator Winding & Bearing Temperature.
6. Ambient temperature
The correct operation of controls, engine shutdown, and safety devices shall also be
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The manufacturer's representative shall provide the necessary resistive load banks
to test the diesel generator set for all the prescribed load tests at no additional cost
to the contract.
Should these tests indicate that the equipment does not meet the specified
performance requirements, then the cost of all corrective measures and re-testing
shall be borne by the manufacturer's representative.
The system manufacturer's authorized local dealer shall furnish six hard and soft
copies of each of the manuals and books listed below for each unit provided under
this contract:
2. Parts Books - which illustrate and list all assemblies, subassemblies and
components, except standard fastening hardware (nuts, bolts, washers,
etc.).
4. Routine Test Instructions - for all electronic and electrical circuits and for the
main AC generator.
All manuals and books described above shall be contained in rigid plastic pouches.
q. Information
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The Contractor shall furnish certified performance data and curves as a part of his
proposal and a description of his quality control program. The Manufacturer shall
ascertain that his equipment withstands the starting kW and kVA requirements of
the connected loads as shown on the drawings.
The Contractor shall provide a basic tool kit, engine maintenance handbook, spare
parts manual and generating set instruction handbook.
The Contractor shall itemize all sight flow indications, temperature sensing
devices, and pressure gauges and indications which will be furnished for local
indication of the critical items as recommended. If these indicators are provided as
standard with the equipment, it shall be so indicated.
The Contractor shall furnish comprehensive information and catalogues along with
schematic and detailed diagrams showing all equipment furnished and shall include
the control system and shall clearly describe the operation, manufacturing and
types of all instruments and control items.
r. Safety Considerations
All external electrical and mechanical connections shall be with flexible end
connections to allow free movement of the diesel generator set on resilient
mountings. All exposed rotating parts shall be fully guarded to prevent contact by
personnel. Guards shall comply with BS 5304, and shall be removable for
maintenance purposes.
s. Manufacturers
The diesel generator set manufacturer shall preferably also be the manufacturer of
either the alternator and shall be responsible for the assembly. The diesel
generator set manufacturer shall have a reliable local representative of good
repute, keeping adequate stocks of spare parts and providing efficient after sales
services.
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The Contractor shall submit for approval shop drawings for the diesel generator set
including all necessary civil work details, such as trenches, concrete bases, etc.,
generator starting characteristics and manufacturers approval for the generator's
correct selection as to connected load, de-rating factors, etc., wiring diagrams and
description of operation.
A copy of these shop drawings shall also be sent to the local power authorities for
approval (if needed).
Any modifications to the drawings required by the Engineer or the Local Power
Authorities to allow the equipment to comply with the codes, standards and
specifications called for here-in shall be carried out with no extra cost to the
contract.
t. Spare Parts
The Contractor shall at the time of tender furnish a comprehensive priced list of
recommended spare parts for 2 years and 5 years service. (over and above the
one year defect liability period achieving a total of 3 years and 5 years of extended
operating maintenance).
The Client / Engineer reserves the right to accept or reject the same either in full or
in part and the contractor shall supply the spare parts as per the final approved list,
at the time of handing over/ taking over of the Project.
Spare parts shall be packed in suitable containers or boxes bearing labels, clearly
designating the contents and the particular of equipment for which they are
intended.
The Contractor shall securely store and protect the spare parts until the completion
of the works and deliver the same to the Client's stores.
u. Applicable Standards
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They shall be rated for continuous operation at the prevailing ambient temperature.
They shall be rated for all classes of load both inductive and resistive. They shall
be able to close on an in-rush current up to and including 10 times the continuous
rating of the switch and be capable of enduring 6000 cycles of operation at the
rated current and a rate of 6 cycles per minute without failure. The automatic
transfer switch shall be interlocked to positively prevent the load from being
simultaneously energized by normal and emergency power. ATSs shall comprise a
set of two mechanically and electrically interlocked motorized air circuit breakers if
current for rating in excess of 630 A. For ratings of 630 A and below then two
electrically and mechanically AC3 duty contactors may be utilized instead.
Voltage sensors and time-delay relays of 5 minutes or less shall be of the solid
state, plug-in type devices. The control relays shall be modular dust protected,
plug-in devices. These control accessories shall mount on a dead-front, swing-out
control accessory panel to avoid shock hazard while adjusting control functions, but
will swing- out exposing the wiring to facilitate servicing. A controls disconnect plug
shall be provided to de-energize the control circuits when the panel is in the open,
swing-out position. Indicating lamps and meters shall be set in a front mounted
meter panel to be visible without the opening covers.
1. Monitor each un-grounded line with calibrated dial adjustable voltage, solid
state sensors to sense a decrease of voltage below a set point, or a loss of
voltage on any phase of the normal power source. Voltage sensors shall be
temperature compensated for 2% maximum deviation over the temperature
range - 25F (-32C) to 175 F (+ 79C).
2. Signal the engine of the generator sets to start in the event of a power
interruption (or as selected by ATS). A solid-state time-delay (adjustable
from 0.5 to 10 seconds) relay shall provide this signal to avoid nuisance
start-ups on momentary voltage dips or power outages.
3. Transfer the load to the diesel generator set after it reaches the correct
voltage and frequency. A solid-state time-delay (adjustable form 0.5 to 10
seconds) shall also delay this transfer to allow the engine-generator to
stabilize.
4. Automatic return of the load to the mains supply after normal power
restoration. A time-delay (adjustable from 0 to 30 minutes) shall delay this
transfer to avoid connection to an unstable mains supply.
5. Automatic transfer of the load from diesel alternator set to normal mains
source in the event the diesel generator set output fails and the mains
supply is available.
6. A signal for the engine of the diesel generator set to stop after the load is
transferred to the mains supply. A solid-state time-delay on stop (adjustable
from 0.5 to 5 minutes) shall permit the engine to run unloaded to cool down
before shutdown (or as selected by ATS).
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Indicating meters and lamps shall be front mounted for easy reference without the
need to open covers. Meter and lamp combinations shall be provided as follows:
3. Frequency meter with pointer indicator and run-time meter to monitor the
electric generating set
The bypass / isolation switch shall be provided to comply with the requirements of
standards applicable to the type of emergency and stand-by power system plus the
applicable safety codes.
The switch shall be a manual operation type arranged to select and connect either
the source of power directly to the load, isolating the transfer switch from the load
plus both the power sources.
1. A means to lock the switch in the position that isolates the transfer switch,
with an arrangement that permits complete electrical testing of the transfer
switch while isolated. While isolated, interlocks shall prevent transfer switch
operation except for testing or maintenance.
3. Current voltage, Closing, and short Withstand ratings: Equal or greater than
that of the associated ATS, with the same phase arrangement and number
of poles.
4. The contact temperatures of the switch shall not exceed those of ATS
contacts when they are carrying the rated load.
5. Operability: Constructed so that the load bypass and transfer switch isolation
can be performed by a single person in no more than two operations in 15
seconds or less.
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a. General
The Contractor shall provide Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems as shown
upon the drawings. The UPS units shall be of a high efficiency type with low noise
(acoustic) output.
The Contractor shall ensure the capacity, voltage, performance and the output
wave form are compatible with the connected equipment and shall submit his offer
subject to the approval of the Consultant.
The storage batteries shall be installed on special racks and within cabinets as
shown on drawings.
b. Rectifier
c. Inverter
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6. Output Frequency: 50 Hz, tolerance +/- 0.5 % no matter what the load
variation.
7. Phase Displacement: 3% (^ P 30 %).
8. Harmonic Content: < 4 %.
d. Efficiency
The efficiency of the whole system at full-load shall not be less than 20%.
e. Batteries
2. For each UPS system the battery system shall consist of a minimum of 2
parallel strings of multiple cells. Each individual parallel string shall have
its own dedicated means of electrical protection. The batteries shall be
configured so that in the event of a battery malfunction the affected string
is automatically isolated from the system thereby ensuring battery
autonomy is retained.
3. Battery racks shall be floor mounted with RAW Bolt fixings into concrete
structure.
4. Battery racks and shall be earthed directly back to Mains Earth Facility.
6. Batteries shall have a 10 year life and shall be provided such that the
system shall be capable of providing its full autonomy at full load at that
time.
f. Visual Indications
1. Rectifier ON.
2. Rectifier Fault.
3. Battery Operation.
4. Inverter Fault.
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g. Warranties
The Contractor shall guarantee the UPS and its installation for 24 months during
which period the Contractor shall maintain and repair any defects due to either
manufacture, or workmanship, at no extra cost to owner.
h. Standards
The UPS unit shall undergo an on-load burn-in before leaving the factory. Final
inspection and adjustments shall be documented in a report drawn up by the
suppliers quality inspection department.
1. Safety: EN 50091-1
2. Design / Manufacturing: ISO 9001
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3. EMC: EN 50091-2
All the above specifications and standards shall be certified, for each proposed
UPS, by an independent approved laboratory.
a. Earthing
Earthing shall fully comply with the KAHRAMAA Regulations and BS 7430:1998.
The MV panels connected from the transformers shall have an earth bar of
minimum cross-sectional area of 300 mm2 run the full length of the panels.
Removable neutral to earth test links shall be provided in the MV Panels which shall
be of a minimum cross sectional area of 300 mm2.
The earth bar in the MV Panels shall be connected to the earth provided by
KAHRAMAA or with independent earth station specially provided for this as shown
upon the drawings.
In the case of multi-core armoured cables then the steel wire armour shall be
bonded to earth at all terminations. However, the armour shall not be utilized as the
circuit protective conductor but instead a separate single core pvc insulated
stranded copper earthing cable shall be run alongside and used for this purpose.
The size of this conductor shall not be less than half the csa of the associated
phase conductors.
The outer copper sheath of mineral insulated copper clad cables may be used as
the earth conductor and all cables shall have a PVC over sheath. This type of cable
shall never be buried direct in the ground but instead drawn into PVC or MDPE
ducting.
In case of wiring within steel trunkings and conduits, a separate circuit protective
conductor for every circuit shall be provided and shall have the same csa as the
associated phase conductors.
For ring main circuits, the earth conductor shall also be wiring as a complete the
ring.
Where a means of earthing has not been provided by KAHRAMAA, the consumer's
earthing terminal shall be connected by the earthing lead to an effective earth
electrode or electrodes, such as copper strip or rod, which shall be buried in the
ground at a position as near as practicable to the consumer's earthing terminal.
Each electrode shall be driven to a depth such that it penetrates the summer water
table by a minimum of 2 metres.
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b. Bonding
Where metal work other than current carrying conductors may be liable to become
charged with electricity in such a manner as to create a danger, (if damage to the
insulation of a conductor should occur in any apparatus / cable) then precautionary
measures shall be enacted as follows:
i. The metal work shall be effectively and securely bonded to earth in such a
manner as will ensure an immediate electrical discharge to earth that will trip
the circuit breaker concerned and clear the fault. Also the voltage upon the
metalwork with respect to earth must not exceed 50 V and the circuit breaker
must trip within 5 seconds for fixed equipment and within 0.4 second for all
circuits that supply portable equipment.
A separate green / yellow stripe PVC insulated copper bonding lead shall be
connected from the earthing terminal of the water heater and bonded to the metal
pipe work on both sides of the pump.
Where water pumps are installed a bonding lead shall be taken from the earthing
terminal of the local isolator and bonded to the metal pipe work on both sides of the
pump.
The size of bonding lead shall be the same as the earth continuity conductor of the
circuit subject to a minimum size of 4.0 mm2.
LIGHTNING PROTECTION
General
The Lightning Protection shall be carried out in accordance with B.S. 62305:2006.
Air Terminations
The type and location of the air terminations shall be as indicated in the drawings;
where indicated, metal framed or metal clad roofs or all of an air termination shall be
bonded across joints between constituent parts. The bonding may be carried out by
the specialist roofing contractor but where this is not the case the bonds shall be
made as indicated; no drilling of roofing or coping shall be done without the
approval of the consultant.
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Signal, SMATV aerial is mounted on the structure it shall be bonded to the nearest
air termination.
Down Conductors
The type and location of the of the down conductors shall be as indicated in the
drawings. Conductors connecting between a test clamp on the outside of a building
and an earth electrode, and conductors interconnecting pipe electrodes, shall be
sheathed; but conductors interconnecting copper electrodes may be left bare.
Conductors in other locations shall be sheathed. Sheaths shall be of PVC extruded,
shrunk on or similarly applied; the colour shall be approved by the consultant.
Metalwork, including pipe work, ductwork and armoured cables, adjacent to down
conductors shall be bonded to them unless the distance between them provides
adequate isolation.
Where reinforcement bars of the concrete structure forms the down conductors,
welding of the reinforcement shall be carried out by the building contractor. The
electrical continuity of the welded reinforcing bars shall be tested prior and after
each pour of concrete is completed.
Connection from the down conductors formed by reinforcement steel or the building
contractor shall make concrete clad steel frames. They shall comprise stainless
steel tape of not less than 25 x 3 mm, welded on to the steelwork. To determine and
coordinate the length of the tail to be left for subsequent connection.
Joints
Joints between conductors of same Metal, other than at test points, shall be made
by thermal welding process or by riveting and sweating. Overlap of conductors shall
not be less than 100mm.
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b. The copper conductor shall be completely sheathed for at least 100 mm of its
length with metal strip electrically compatible and aluminium, and then clamped
to the aluminium conductor.
Bi-metal joints shall not be made at test points nor between the test point and earth
electrode.
A test clamp shall be provided for each down conductor, it shall be located 1.2
meter above the finished ground level unless otherwise indicated. Test clamps shall
be of cast gunmetal.
Joint connections shall be protected by a coating which will form a seal and exclude
moisture in all weather conditions. At connections to earth electrodes the coating
shall cover all exposed conductors and, in case of earth pipes, the top surface of
the flanges. The Protective coatings shall be of waterproof, inert, tenacious
materials and of one of the following forms:
Conductors
Earthing conductors, main earthing bars and main bonding conductors shall be of
the type, size and conductor materials as detailed in the drawings or approved by
the consultant.
Tapes shall comply with B.S. 1432 where used to interconnect copper electrodes.
The tape may be bare, but for interconnecting pipe electrodes and for all other
purposes the tape shall have an extruded PVC sheath.
Main earthing bars shall comply with B.S. 1433 and shall be bare.
Cables shall comply with B.S. 6004, Table 1, without sheath, unless specified
otherwise.
Earth Electrodes
The type and number of earth electrodes shall be as indicated in the drawings.
Unless otherwise indicated, earth rods shall be 15mm normal diameter extensible
copper clad high tensile steel rods connected together. Copper cladding shall be
molecularly bonded to the steel and shall be not less than 0.25mm thick. Driving
heads shall be of high tensile steel. Screwed joints shall connect rods by one of the
following methods.
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The ends of the rods shall be internally threaded; couplers shall comprise a copper
ferrule with the phosphor bronze coupler screw; a corrosion inhibiting paste shall be
applied to the threads on rods and couplers.
Pipe electrodes shall be flanged pipe complying with B.S. 2035 or B.S 4622,
150mm bore and 3000 mm long. Pipe to B.S 2035 shall be shot blasted to remove
the scale and rust.
Where the earth electrodes are formed with tape shall be to B.S. 1432, of the size,
length depth below ground level and layout as indicted in the drawings.
Fixing
The consultants approval of the tape clips, saddles and holdfasts used shall be
obtained before the work is started. The maximum spacings of fixings shall not
exceed 600mm. No fixing shall be made into joints in masonry.
For general areas inside the building screws and nuts shall be of cadmium
electroplated steel or stainless steel; outside the building, in plant rooms or other
locations they shall be of stainless steel.
No shot firing shall be used and no drilling or welding of structural steelwork shall be
carried out without the approval of the consultant. Drilling and cutting of the outside
fabric of the building shall be carried out only after the consultant has given
approval.
Inspection Pits
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Installation
Backfills immediately surrounding electrodes shall have, low specific resistivity and
good water retention properties and it shall be well compacted and watered.
Where earth electrodes are to be installed through the base slabs of a building,
electrode seals shall be provided. As indicated, either the rods shall be driven and
the seals fitted before the concrete is poured or the seals handed over to the
building contractor for him to incorporate them in the slab and the rods driven at a
later date. Harmful ingress of water shall be avoided when driving the rods.
Pipe electrodes shall be installed with the flange at the top, in 500 mm diameter
bored boles. Electrodes shall be installed vertically in an excavated hole, with a
minimum depth of 2000mm below ground level; and 10 ohms ground resistivity.
The Contractor shall provide a complete lighting control system as shown upon the
drawings. The system shall allow for the automatic and scheduled ON-OFF control
of lighting installations as indicated upon the drawings.
The extra low voltage programmable lighting control System shall be designed and
developed in accordance with European installation bus technology to cover
building control requirements such as lighting control (On/Off and dimming), and
load management based on one or more applications such as motion, presence,
time, daylight & brightness, manual switches, etc.
A two-wire bus cable shall link in parallel all sensors (low voltage push button
switches, brightness sensors, motion sensors, timers, etc.) and actuators (on/off
controllers.) to each other. The bus cable shall be a twisted pair, screened &
shielded with solid conductors and shall be capable of handling information
exchange and supplying power to the bus devices. Separate power supply to any
of the sensors and actuators shall not be acceptable. The bus cable shall be laid in
the building in the form of a linear, star or tree structure similar to the power mains.
Systems requiring fixed wiring configurations shall not be acceptable.
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in the system shall be accessed for programming from the PC location without
having to manipulate the device locally.
It shall be possible to program any of the devices on-line at the working site without
affecting any of the system devices or the system operation as well as off-line prior
to dispatch of the material to site.
The entire system shall consist of bus lines each consisting of up to 64 devices.
Two consecutive lines shall be connected to each other via line couplers that act as
network filters and also provide communication between devices in different lines.
In the event of failure of a device in one line, only the control functions controlled by
that device shall be affected and all other devices shall continue to operate as
normal. Any system with routers / couplers that require separate power supply shall
not be acceptable.
The power supply module feeding power to the network shall consist of a built in
back-up power to compensate short voltage interruptions of up to 200 ms. This
back-up power shall enable the system to put all actuators in a fail-safe position
(either on or off or as it is) in the event of power failure.
The diagnostic modules shall scan the system for any faults in the bus wiring and
display an alarm LED in the event of faults in the wiring.
Each of the devices shall have a built-in push button along with a LED. The LED
shall lit in the event the push button is pressed and if there is power to the device,
thus depicting that the device is communicating in the system.
In the event of power failure or bus wiring failure each of the system devices
(switching modules and dimming controllersetc.) shall be programmed to attain a
fail safe position (controlled circuits to become On, Off or As it is, Last status)
The Lighting control System shall be interfaced with the Building Management
System so as to monitor and control the required circuits from the BMS workstation.
The programmable lighting and control system shall consist of two levels of control
as follows:
1. Lighting Control PC based graphics software for time based control and
manual override by the operator. The software shall consist of graphics
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based overview of the entire building, floors and going up to the individual
rooms. It shall have the necessary timer modules to control the circuits in the
form of various groups. It shall be possible to pre-program the time channels
in advance with special holiday programs, weekly programs, etc. The lighting
control PC shall be located as shown upon the drawings.
There shall be a dedicated Lighting Control Panel (LCP) for each lighting circuits
distribution board. The LCP shall house the system devices and the related control
equipment depending on the number of circuits to be controlled. This is necessary
to ensure the power wiring between the DBs and the control modules inside the
LCPs is kept to a minimum. The LCPs shall be surface mounted IP65 polycarbonate
enclosures together with built-in DIN-rails for easy installation of the control
equipment.
All lighting shall be controlled such that unnecessary lights shall be automatically
switched OFF based on occupancy as mentioned below. Also lights redundant
due to sufficient daylight shall be switched OFF based on light sensors and time
schedules.
The lighting main circulation areas shall be switched ON/OFF based on occupancy-
movement. Wall mounted Motion detectors shall be strategically located within the
circulation areas so as to provide the necessary coverage. Lights shall be switched
Off during the day to reduce consumption when no movement is detected. During
evening as per pre-programmed times, alternate circuits or as decided at the time of
commissioning shall remain On while the others shall continue to be controlled
based on movement. The movement sensors shall have a built-in lux sensor with an
adjustable set point so as not to switch On circuits even after detecting movement
due to sufficient natural light. There shall also be an adjustable Off delay on the
movement sensor from 1 sec to 16 min. to ensure that circuits are not switched Off
immediately. Further, the movement sensors shall incorporate an On-Auto-Off
switch for maintenance and local override purposes.
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Lighting control modules for ON/OFF switching shall be DIN rail mounted consisting
of either four (4) or eight (8) individually programmable integral relays (contactors)
and comprise of the following:
1. Each of these contactors shall be rated for 16 A, AC1 switching duty together
with an in-rush current carrying capacity of 50 A suitable for switching loads
with high switch-on peaks. The contactors should also have a capacitive load
rating of at least 200 microfarads.
2. The output states of each of these contactors shall be displayed on the front.
The contactors shall have latching contacts (latch closed) with manual
operation (override) possible even without power to the system and without
having to remove the cover of the control module.
3. In the event of either a power, controls bus, control module failure, each of
the contactors shall attain a pre-programmed fail-safe position (On, Off or
last status).
5. Each of the contactors shall be capable of being programmed with its own
On and Off delays that shall be applicable irrespective of the signal from
which the relays are controlled.
6. The control modules shall receive an operational power supply from the
controls bus cable without the need for any other power supply. It shall not
operate on any 220/240 V AC supply to avoid possible fire hazards.
7. Each of the control modules shall an individual address and shall be capable
of being programmed from the central PC for the purpose of changing
parameters without the need to access the module locally.
Occupancy sensors Passive Infrared (PIR) are passive designed to detect the
movement of heat-emitting bodies. They are installed to monitor areas where there
are no physical obstruction to block the sensors field of view. The sensor detects
the motion as a change in infrared background and responds by switching on area
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lights. After the field of view is unoccupied for user- defined delayed off time, the
sensor will automatically turn off the lights.
Locate PIR sensors with a clear line-of-view of area to be covered. Place the sensor
perpendicular to likely movement as a person is most easily detected when crossing
the boundary between one Fresnel lens element and another.
Minimum Features
PART 1 - GENERAL
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1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data : Submit manufacturers data and installation instructions for the
master antenna television system
C. Riser diagram: Submit riser diagram for the master antenna and satellite
reception system indicating type of different components in the system and
also the calculations of the signal level at each outlet.
PART2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 INTRODUCTION
A. The contractors shall provide, install, test and commission master antenna and
satellite reception system utilizing the multi-switch technology to distribute the IF
signals from 3 satellite dishes in addition to RF signal from VHF/UHF antenna.
B. The Contractor shall show evidence of having successfully completed at least
three similar projects of a comparable quality and magnitude.
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C. The contractor shall show evidence that he maintains a fully equipped service
organization capable of furnishing adequate maintenance of the installed
system.
D. After the system is installed the contractor shall furnish a complete set of
operating instructions, technical information and system drawings necessary for
the proper operation and maintenance of the system.
The drawings shall include signal levels throughout the system as they were on
the acceptance date of the system.
E. The contractor shall provide and install, all the required cable and wiring for the
systems specified. He shall pull cable into conduit and boxes, install all system
equipment and make all necessary connections. He shall also make necessary
tests and adjustments and put the entire systems in satisfactory operation.
F. The contractor shall investigate the electrical power standards of the local area
and the specific premises in which the equipment is to be installed. All
equipment shall be compatible with the local power supply, voltage and
frequency.
G. All major items of equipment shall be the product of one manufacturer, where
practicable, to ensure a uniform quality and compatible styling and appearance.
H. The system shall be rated and capable of continuous twenty-four (24) hour
operation.
A. The master antenna television system installed shall comply with all applicable,
International standards and code of practice and Qatari Standards.
A. The contractor shall supply the master antenna television system for satellite
reception television, for the distribution to outlet points as shown on the
drawings.
C. The Contractor shall install the dish farm on the building roof.
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E. Wiring shall be carried out using the appropriate size of super low loss coaxial
cables. Coaxial cables shall be installed strictly in accordance with the cable
manufacturer's recommendations.
G. The contractor shall provide and install all power supplies necessary for the
correct operation of the system.
A. Aerials suitable for receiving terrestrial broadcast shall be installed on the roof of
the building, with special amplifiers and/or filters. The aerial array would be of
the best quality and optimum type for the highest possible standard of
reception.
B. The aerial shall be fitted to a mast mounted on the roof of the building.
C. All materials used in the fabrication of the aerials and their mountings shall be
protected against corrosion by heavy anodic coating, hot galvanizing or
corrosion resistant compound.
D. Aerials shall be constructed of light aluminum alloy with positive locking of all
elements in position. Square boom constructed is preferred.
E. Nuts, bolts, locking washers etc. shall be of such material or so treated that no
galvanic action can take place.
F. All aerials shall be supplied with a completely weather proof cased transformer
to provide the standard impedance of the system (75 ohm) and weather proof
glands with strain relieving properties shall be provided for the coaxial outlet
cable.
G. The feeders connecting the aerials to the multi-switch shall be of the highest
quality, the optimum type for the particular installation, and must be installed in
accordance with the current issue of international standard code of practice.
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L. The entire installation shall be designed for minimum voltage standing wave
ratio and the return loss shall be not less than 20 dB at any point of the system.
N. The system shall be such that the short circuiting or open circuiting of any outlet
socket shall not significantly affect signals at other outlets.
Q. MATV system risers shall all be of the super low loss 75 ohms, cu-core coaxial
type (attenuation at 800 MHz not exceeding 8 dB/100 Mt.), run inside the mast
and securely clamped against vibration and whipping. Where run through roof
or side walls the appropriate tubing with U-shaped-ending shall be used to
prevent ingress of moisture and sealing shall be ensured at the outer extremity
only by use of appropriate sealing compound.
A. Each aerial shall have its own integral spark gap and together with its co-axial
down-lead and the mast be bonded to a down-lead of at least 25x3mm. mm
cross section, terminating in a main earth.
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The mast constructed of galvanized steel with a minimum diameter of 4 inches (10
cm).
The satellite dishes mast shall be protected against lightning damage by grounding
to the nearest approved system.
The satellite dish shall be grounded a common grounding points. The mast shall be
adequately supported on the reinforced concrete pad to withstand wind and other
environmental conditions, prevalent at this location.
All satellite dishes down-lead cables shall be fully shielded 75 Ohm coaxial type. All
cable fittings to the dish shall be covered with weather sealing devices and sealed
with silicone compound.
Four fixed parabolic dishes. The dishes shall be of the symmetrical parabolic type
and 2.4 m diameter. The components specification shall be as follow:
The feed system shall comprise a band pass filter for suppression of out band
distributing signals according to DIN/VDE 0855, part 12.
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The contractor shall add in his offer all needed amplifiers to obtain RF signal
strength 68-85 dB and IF signal strength 50-60dB at each outlet.
1. Tap-off units shall have 75 Ohm back matched units. Isolation and insertion
loss shall be chosen for each location to enable the total system
performance specification to be met.
3. For horizontal coaxial cables, the attenuation shall be 12db/100m (at 800
MHz). These cables shall be used to connect between the TV outlets and
nearest multi switch unit.
B. The following tests shall be carried out using a pattern generator with facilities
for all aspects of video and audio performance including:
1. Color Performance.
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2. Ghosting.
3. Resolution.
4. Synchronization performance, and any other measurements that
Engineer may which to perform.
5. System Performance.
6. System Recording.
The generator shall provide crystal controlled carries at all channel frequencies
in bands I and III modulated with 1000 Hz. audio and appropriate video signal.
Output shall be variable between at least + 20 dB and +100 dB. The raw video
and audio signals shall also be available.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSPECTION
A. Examine areas and conditions under which master antenna and satellite
reception systems are to be installed and notify in writing of conditions
detrimental to proper completion of the work. Do not proceed with the work until
unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 INSTALLATION
D. Provide equipment earthing connections for the master antenna and satellite
reception systems units as required.
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a. General
The contractor shall fully test and commission the whole of the electrical installation
in accordance with the KAHRAMAA & IEE regulations and the requirements of this
specification.
The testing activities shall be recorded in detail and the results submitted to the
Consultant. The contractor shall then demonstrate that the installations are
properly commissioned, that they operate in the correct manner and are capable of
functioning to accomplish the design intention as outlined herein.
b. Site Tests
Site testing of all systems and components comprising the works shall be carried
out in the presence and to the complete satisfaction of the Consultant after the
contractor has first satisfied himself that the installation is functioning properly.
The contractor shall provide all certified instruments, equipment, plant, labour and
materials necessary for conducting specified site tests and shall be responsible for
and prepared to demonstrate the accuracy of all the test instruments supplied by
him.
The contractor shall give the Consultant, notice in writing when any portion of the
electrical installation is complete. Should the Consultant or his representative not
attend within 7 days of receipt of such written notice, the contractor may proceed
with the test, however duplicate certified copies of the results obtained shall be
forwarded the Consultant.
All electrical installations, plant and equipment tests shall fully satisfy the
requirements of KAHRAMAA and those laid down in the IEE regulations.
The contractor shall be deemed to have included in his price for all safety devices
etc., as required by KAHRAMAA. Once the contractor has satisfied himself that the
installation complies with KAHRAMAA requirements, he shall arrange for
KAHRAMAA to conduct their own test prior to handing over. Observations shall be
made of the operation and performance of the installation and subsequent
readjustments shall be made as necessary.
Records of commissioning and testing shall be kept and when the contractor has
satisfied himself that the installation is functioning correctly, the results shall be
comprehensively reported in a bound copy to the Consultant.
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The contractor shall be held responsible and shall replace any defective part of all
and every part of the works for the period of the guarantee from the date of the
acceptance test carried out by the Consultant.
The contractor shall also be held liable for any cost of dismantling or erection and
making good of any works, which may have to be undertaken in order to replace
defective parts.
d. Electrical Tests
As a minimum the contractor shall carry out the tests that follow:
1. All alarm, control and protective circuits shall be tested for correct operation.
2. All lighting circuits shall be energized and checked to ensure that they are all
operational.
3. All single pole switches shall be checked to ensure correct polarity and that
the live conductor has been connected. Neutrals must not pass through any
switch
4. All motors, plant and any electrical equipment connected with mechanical
services shall be checked to ensure that they run freely in the correct
direction of rotation and that they run without undue noise or vibration.
5. A test shall be made to verify the continuity of all conductors (including the
earth continuity conductor) of every ring circuit and all readings shall be
tabulated.
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7. A verification of polarity shall be made to ensure that all fuses and single
pole control devices are connected in the phase conductor only. The centre
contact of Edison type screw lamp holders is connected to the phase
conductor and outer metal threaded part is connected to neutral conductor.
Wiring to plugs and socket outlets should be such that they are connected
with phase conductor on right when inspected from front. A proprietary type
of polarity testing device shall be used for the tests. The complete
installation shall be tested to ensure that all main switch gear is connected to
give the correct phase rotation.
8. The contractor or others responsible for the work shall test the effectiveness
of the earthing of each completed installation by means of an earth fault
loop impedance test. This test shall be carried out by using earth fault loop
impedance test instrument.
e. Commissioning
2. Adjust and set up all automatic controls, regulating devices, measure and
adjust any plant under his responsibility, duties and ratings and performance
of all components for all items installed separately and integrated into the
installation as a whole.
3. Record in detail each step and stage of commissioning and test results,
reporting the test stages until the tests are satisfactory.
4. The contractor shall carry out insulation, continuity, earth loop impedance,
switching and sequencing, direction of rotation and all other tests required
under the IEE regulations.
5. Should the test carried out fail to demonstrate that the plant and equipment
is correctly installed and / or functioning correctly, then the Consultant shall
decide whether such failure is due to negligence upon the contractor's part
(including in this context as defined all his sub-contractors and suppliers) in
which case, the contractor shall carry out all remedial works entirely at his
own expense.
6. After remedial works have been completed the Contractor shall again report
to the Consultant for further tests to be carried out. The Consultant's
decision as to what constitutes a satisfactory result shall be final.
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These tests shall be carried out in the presence of the Consultant and the
Contractor shall give 7 days written notice of intentions to carry out any of the tests.
B. General Provisions for electrical work, section 16010, applies to work of this section.
C. The requirements of this section apply to Fire and Life Safety System specified
elsewhere in the specification; coordinate with Division 15 for interface with
mechanical systems.
A. Work includes a complete fire alarm system in the building and providing all
materials, equipment, accessories, services and tests necessary to furnish and
install Addressable Fire Alarm & Voice Evacuation System of the zoned, non-coded,
indicating, fully integrated and field programmable system, Signaling , electrically
supervised type. Provide supervised wiring, all operations, and hardware, as
described herein and shown on plans and riser diagrams.
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a. Conduits
b. Wire
a. Wiring shall be in accordance with local, state and national codes (e.g.,
NFPA70-NEC Article 760) and as recommended by the manufacturer of the
fire alarm system. Number and size of conductors shall be as recommended
by the fire alarm system manufacturer, but not less than 18 AWG (1.02 mm)
for Initiating Device Circuits and Signaling Line Circuits, and 16 AWG (2mm)
for Notification Appliance Circuits.
b. All wire and cable shall be listed and/or approved by a recognized testing
agency for use with a fire protective signaling system.
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d. The design of the system shall permit use of IDC and NAC wiring in the
same conduit with the SLC communication circuit.
e. Wiring used for the network communications shall be twisted shielded pair,
minimum 20ga. sized as necessary to support the extended fire alarm
network.
f. All field wiring shall be electrically supervised for open circuit and ground
fault.
g. The fire alarm control panel shall be capable of t-tapping Class B (NFPA
Style 4) Signaling Line Circuits (SLCs). Systems that do not allow or have
restrictions in, for example, the amount of t-taps, length of t-taps etc., are not
acceptable.
h. All fire alarm system wiring shall be new. If pre-existing wiring is present it
may be used for SLC or NAC circuits, provided that it meets the minimum
requirements of the manufacturer, local code requirements and the site
location Authority Having Jurisdiction.
1. All boxes and cabinets shall be UL listed for their intended use and purpose
or other approved.
2. All terminal, junction boxes and cabinets not marked with the fire alarm
manufacturers name shall have the box covers painted red, or shall be
designated with "F/A" or "Fire Alarm" in bold permanent lettering.
D. Initiating circuits shall be arranged to serve like categories (manual, smoke, and water-
flow). Mixed category circuitry shall not be permitted except on signaling line circuits
connected to intelligent reporting devices.
E. The fire alarm control panel shall be connected to a separate dedicated branch
circuit, maximum 20 amperes. This circuit shall be labeled at the main power
distribution panel as FIRE ALARM. Fire alarm control panel primary power wiring
shall be 12 AWG. The control panel cabinet shall be grounded securely to a cold
water pipe, proper building grounding point, or grounding rod to the designated
ground point on the fire control equipment.
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The codes and standards below form a part of this specification. The system shall
fully comply with the current or latest editions of these codes and standards as
applicable.
A. The system shall have proper listing and/or approval from the following
recognized agencies:
B. The fire alarm system shall meet the requirements of the UL 864 9th
Edition standard (Control Units) for the following types of listed service:
In case of conflict among the referenced standards and codes, the more stringent
provision will govern.
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1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. General
2. All references to manufacturers part numbers and other pertinent information herein
is intended to establish the standards of performance, function and quality of the
system and equipment. Equipment from other manufacturers may be not be
substituted for the specified equipment.
3. List of all types of equipment and components provided including model numbers,
mounting accessories and quantities.
B. Shop Drawings
4. Wiring diagrams shall indicate internal wiring for each device and the
interconnections between the items of equipment.
5. Provide a clear and concise description of operation that gives, in detail, the
information required to properly operating the equipment and system (Cause and
effect matrix).
1.5 OPERATION
A. Activation of any manual pull station, heat detector, duct smoke detector, smoke
detector, area multi-sensor detector, flame detector, or sprinkler water flow switch,
to provide the following automatic operations:
1. Sound a pulsing audible signal at the Fire Alarm Control Panels. Pressing the alarm
acknowledge key on the Fire Alarm Control Panel shall silence the audible signal
during the alarm condition. Subsequent alarm conditions shall again sound the
audible signal.
2. Flash the general alarm LED indicator on the Fire Alarm Control Panels. Pressing
the alarm acknowledge key on the fire alarm control panel shall continuously light
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the general alarm LED indicator during the alarm condition. Subsequent alarm
conditions shall again flash the general alarm LED indicator.
3. Display a general alarm indication and system status summary (numbers of alarm,
supervisory and/or trouble conditions) on the Fire Alarm Control Panel Liquid Crystal
Display (LCD).
4. Turning on the LED light related to this device/ zone at the related floor /main mimic
panel
5. Enter the custom label for the device reporting the alarm condition with time and
date of occurrence into the fire alarm control panels historical alarm log for future
recall.
6. Sound the related sounders, horn, flashers, belles for the alarmed detector for a
specific period of time, after that period of time the Voice Evacuation will start
broadcasting the pre-recorded message to the alarmed floor with one floor up and
one floor down for a specific period of time, after that period of time the evacuation
will be broadcasting within all buildings unless disabled from the control panel by an
authorized person.
7. Automatically shut down all supply and return / exhaust fans of air recirculation
system serving the building, floor(s) in alarm, Activate the Stair Pressurization fans
and Smoke Fans. Give visual status of fan(s) at the Main Fire Alarm Control Panel.
Automatically give control signal (via control modules) to all Related HVAC fire
smoke dampers, Contractor to coordinate with the mechanical section for proper
sequence of operation in case of fire.
9. Activate the Color Graphic Station to automatically show in graphics the alarm
activation and to include the time and date and custom label for the device reporting
the alarm condition.
1. The following equipment or devices associated with the fire alarm system shall
be supervised for normal and off/normal conditions :
Sprinkler valve tamper switches.
Fire pump power failure and phase reversal.
2. Activation of any items in B.1 above to automatically will lead to the activation
indicated within the above sector A.
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D. Trouble Conditions
The fire alarm system wiring (except control wiring between fans and their control
zone addressable modules) shall be electrically supervised to automatically detect
and report trouble conditions to the Fire Alarm Control Panel.
Operation of the central station agency alarm disconnect switch or any manual
control commands that alter the system from its normal programmed standby
configuration shall initiate a trouble condition.
Sound an audible signal at the Fire Alarm Control Panels. Pressing the trouble
acknowledge key on the Fire Alarm Control Panel shall silence the audible signal
during the trouble condition. Subsequent trouble conditions shall resound the
audible signal.
Flash the general system trouble LED indicator on the Fire Alarm Control Panels.
Pressing the trouble acknowledge key on the Fire Alarm Control Panel shall
continuously light the general trouble LED indicator during the trouble condition.
The visual indication shall remain on until the trouble condition is restored to normal.
Subsequent trouble conditions shall again flash the general trouble LED indicator.
Display a general trouble indication and system status summary (numbers of alarm,
supervisory and/or trouble conditions) on the Fire Alarm Control Panel Liquid Crystal
Display (LCD).
Enter the custom label for the device or circuit reporting the trouble condition with
time and date of occurrence into the fire alarm control panel historical trouble log for
future recall.
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The contractor shall provide a detailed cause and effect matrix as a shop drawing
which shall reflect all details about the fire alarm conditions, supervision conditions
and trouble conditions for all fire alarm system components and all related system
interfaces(HVAC, Elevators, etc).
Cause and effect matrix to be approved by the operator and the consultant at
construction phase.
1 Existence at time of bidding of local factory authorized office near project site,
with staff of factory trained engineers and technicians who are qualified to
provide instruction, routine and emergency maintenance and repairs on portions
of systems. Proof to include evidence of at least three similar installations
currently in satisfactory service. Installations by another distributor of proposed
manufacturer will not be accepted as proof.
3 Provide written guarantee that local office will be maintained with qualified staff
of engineers and technicians for an agreed upon period.
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1.9 COORDINATION
C. Contractor to coordinate with Elevator Contractor for interface with terminal recall
relay.
Mimic Panel to be supplied as per the approved drawings from QCD in accordance
with the following:
A. Floor Mimic Panel can be divided into zones with the following considerations:
1. Sprinkler Water Flow Switches ---- Individual Zone with Individual red LED
for Alarm Conditions
2. Sprinkler Valve Tamper Switch----Individual Zone with Individual yellow LED
for supervised condition.
3. Detectors to be divided into zone (one unit / flat / office) per zone with
individual red LED for Alarm Condition.
4. General Area such as lobby/ stairs/ elec room to be into zone as long as it is
arch. Accepted with one red LED for Alarm Condition.
B. Main Mimic Panel can be divided into zones with the following considerations:
For High Rise Buildings, each floor will be considered as one zone and has one red
LED to express the fire conditions within the floor unless otherwise requested by the
Site Engineer / Operator during execution.
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D. Contractor to ensure the Civil Defense approvals for all of the Cables.
2.3 EQUIPMENT
1. The addressable fire alarm system shall provide an individual multiplex data
address for each addressable manual fire alarm station, addressable smoke
detector, addressable heat detector, Monitor Module, and Control Module.
2. The Fire Alarm Control Panel shall provide Standard 72, addressable data
communications circuits to provide connection of and communication with the
addressable devices, as required by these specifications and/or as shown on the
drawings. In order to permit future additions, no more than 80% of the addresses
available on any single addressable data communications circuit shall be utilized.
Each Control Addressable Module shall provide one individually addressable control
relay with Double-Pole, Double-Throw (DPDT) contacts fused. Assignment of
individual CAM relays for control operation shall be accomplished during the
programming of the Master Controller Module Central Processing Unit (CPU)
software.
Fans: Provide two control modules for each fan as required by the Mechanical
Specifications and Local Codes and authorities.
Smoke dampers: provide one control module for each HVAC fire smoke damper.
The quantities of these control modules shall be taken from the HVAC design
documents.
Elevators provide all needed control modules for recall/ automatic recall and shut
down for each elevator.
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B. Fire Alarm Control Panel(s): The Fire Alarm System Control Panel(s) shall be in
accordance with UL864 9th edition, incorporate all control, alarm, relay and
necessary modules and components in surface / recessed mounted cabinets. The
operating controls and zone/supervisory indicators shall be accessed with a three
levels of passwords. All control modules shall be labeled, all zone locations shall be
identified, and the panel shall be provided with a set of permanently mounted
operating instructions.
The panel, door and frame assembly shall be steel, with red / grey finish. The panel
shall contain system power supplies, data bus conductors, battery charger and all
necessary function modules and components, including but not necessarily limited
to the following:
The basic control panel includes two SLC (Signaling Line Circuit) loops. Each loop
is capable of supporting 127 analog addressable points (can be any combination of
sensors and modules) for a total of 254 analog addressable points on the basic
panel. Two additional SLC loops can be added to the panel increasing the analog
addressable point capacity to 508. When analog sounder bases are used, the
upper addresses 128 254 are allocated to increase loop capacity to 254 analog
addressable points. This doubles the analog addressable point capacity of the
panel. The combination of analog addressable points derived from sensors,
modules, and sounder bases cannot exceed 800 addresses and sub-addresses
maximum.
Up to 4.0 amps of power is available to drive the system, SLC loops, notification
appliances, and auxiliary equipment.
8 lines by 40 character graphic display provides the most intuitive operator interface in the
industry (320 characters total).
Help screens are available from the front panel and annunciator user interface to assist in
programming and operation.
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512 additional points can be added to the system using the 16 channel IO boards. Each of
these points can be programmed individually to be an input or low current output. These
points are for secondary
Panel should equipped with network card to support at least 64 network panels with total
length of 39km when using 2 core 2.5mm cables using RS485, extra length can be
achieved by using fiber optics.
Panel should has three different levels with password, level 1, & 2 for operation use and
Level 3 to be used only by the installer.
Panel must allow to test zones without affecting the overall system functionality
Panel must have two data port one RS232 for PC or Printer and the Other is RS485 for
networking
The RNA shall be capable of displaying all information for all possible system points
on a maximum size network of (64) nodes. Same as the main FACP.
The RNA shall include a (320) character backlit alphanumeric LCD display. The
LCD display shall arrange the (320) characters in (8) lines of (40) characters. Each
display shall be capable of duplicating the display of any other panel or network
annunciator display if so programmed via network routing attributes. The LCD
display shall operate exactly the same as described in this document for the main
FACP. The LCD display shall have the same contrast adjustment and plex-glass
protection as described in this document for the main FACP.
Control buttons: Panel Sounder Silence, Alarm Silence, Reset, Re-Sound Alarm,
Fire Drill, Programmable Function and Lamp Test. Same as the main FACP.
Light-Emitting Diode (LED) indicators: AC Power On, (2)-Fire Alarm, Pre-Alarm, Fire
Output Active, On Test, Panel Sounder Silenced, Delay Active, More Events, Point
Bypassed, General Trouble, Power Trouble, System Trouble, NAC Trouble, and
Supervisory Alarm. Systems that do not include these indications shall not be
acceptable.
Menu navigation and programming buttons: Exit, Enter, More Events, More Fire
Events, numeric/navigation, and help (?) buttons. Same as the main FACP.
The RNA user interface shall feature an easy (5) point navigation system with built
in "help" button with the capability to command all system functions, entry of any
alphabetic or numeric information, and field programming. Two different password
levels (three Access Levels total, Level 1 being no password used) shall be
provided to prevent unauthorized system control or programming. Same as the main
FACP.
The RNA shall support easy entry of password codes via navigation system or key-
switch to easily access level 2 or level 3 command menus. Same as the main
FACP.
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Each RNA address shall be capable of storing up to (500) events. Any network
node can serve as a reporting or control node for another node if necessary by
programming the necessary network routing attributes. Same as the main FACP.
The RNA shall mount in its own steel enclosure and shall support either surface or
flush mounting (when the trim ring is used). The enclosure shall be corrosion, rust,
and vandal resistant. The enclosure shall be constructed of 16 gauge or thicker
steel with provisions for " and " electrical conduit connections into the back, top,
or sides of the enclosure.
The RNA or control panel may serve as a remote network annunciator for any other
panel or network annunciator in the network.
The RNA shall have 24VDC power input that can be supplied via the control panel
or an auxiliary UL864/UL1481 listed power supply such as the series of auxiliary
power supplies and NAC boosters. When properly supplied, the RNA shall be
capable of providing 500mA of supervised power limited auxiliary 24VDC power for
system accessories.
The RNA shall include two optically isolated industry standard RS-485 ports for
network communication with other network nodes via the Class A "ring" network
topology. These ports shall operate and have the capacity as described in the Main
FACP and Network Communication section of this document, as well as perform all
of the network routing and handling functions described therein. This allows the
RNA to function as a global system annunciator, local panel annunciator, or any
hybrid combination required.
The RNA shall include a third slave RS-485 port for remote expansion accessories.
This expansion port shall support up to (32) optional remote expansion accessories
with a capacity of up to (512) secondary inputs and outputs or (15) local serial LCD
annunciators and (17) expansion accessories. Systems that do not employ a slave
RS485 port for expansion accessories shall not be acceptable. Same as the main
FACP.
The RNA shall include (1) onboard RS232 port for PC programming. Same as the
main FACP.
The RNA shall include (1) onboard RS232 port for 3rd party serial fire printer
support. Same as the main FACP.
The RNA shall include four (4) onboard programmable Form-C relays with default
operation for Common Fire, Common Trouble, Common Supervisory, and Auxiliary
functions rated at a minimum of 1.0 amp @ 30VDC.
The RNA shall include an auto-program (auto-learn) function to quickly install initial
default functions, local I/O, and network attributes and make the system operational.
The LSA shall be capable of displaying all information for all possible system points
on a maximum size network of (64) nodes. Same as the main FACP.
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The LSA shall include a (320) character backlit alphanumeric LCD display. The LCD
display shall arrange the (320) characters in (8) lines of (40) characters. Each
display shall be capable of duplicating the display of the panel it is connected to.
The LCD display shall operate exactly the same as described in this document for
the main FACP. The LCD display shall have the same contrast adjustment and plex-
glass protection as described in this document for the main FACP.
Control buttons: Panel Sounder Silence, Alarm Silence, Reset, Re-Sound Alarm,
Fire Drill, Programmable Function and Lamp Test. Same as the main FACP.
Light-Emitting Diode (LED) indicators: AC Power On, (2)-Fire Alarm, Pre-Alarm, Fire
Output Active, On Test, Panel Sounder Silenced, Delay Active, More Events, Point
Bypassed, General Trouble, Power Trouble, System Trouble, NAC Trouble, and
Supervisory Alarm. Systems that do not include these indications shall not be
acceptable.
Menu navigation and programming buttons: Exit, Enter, More Events, More Fire
Events, numeric/navigation, and help (?) buttons. Same as the main FACP.
The LSA user interface shall feature an easy (5) point navigation system with built in
"help" button with the capability to command all system functions, entry of any
alphabetic or numeric information, and field programming. Two different password
levels (three Access Levels total, Level 1 being no password used) shall be
provided to prevent unauthorized system control or programming. Same as the main
FACP.
The LSA shall support easy entry of password codes via navigation system or key-
switch to easily access level 2 or level 3 command menus. Same as the main
FACP.
The LSA shall mount in its own steel enclosure and shall support either surface or
flush mounting. The enclosure shall be corrosion, rust, and vandal resistant. The
enclosure shall be constructed of 16 gauge or thicker steel with provisions for "
and " electrical conduit connections into the back of the enclosure and "
electrical conduit connections into the sides of the enclosure. The enclosure shall
also support 2-gang, 3-gang, and 4-gang holes for standard electrical back-box and
switch-box mounting styles.
The LSA shall have 24VDC power input that can be supplied via the control panel
or an auxiliary UL864/UL1481 listed power supply such as the series of auxiliary
power supplies and NAC boosters.
The LSA shall connect to the dedicated multi-drop RS-485 slave port of the panel.
This port shall be a Class B two-wire serial connection and shall be capable of
distances up to 4000 feet.
The LSA shall have throughput wiring provisions for 24VDC power and serial
connections.
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Each LSA shall mimic the main controls, LED indicators, and LCD display of the
panel it is connected to.
Outputs shall be open collector transistor pull-down type that provides a "wet"
voltage output (100mA max each).
There shall be 32 IOM modules possible per panel (512 channels of input/output
points).
The IOM shall have simple 4 wire connection to the control panel (2 for power, 2 for
data).
All inputs/outputs shall be assignable to global functions, any event category, and
used in network wide Cause & Effect logic.
The IOM can be mounted locally within control panel enclosure or remotely via FN-
ACC accessory enclosure up to 4000ft. from the panel.
Input/Outputs shall be for secondary use, not for primary fire initiation inputs or
notification outputs.
The IOM shall be rated at 24VDC. Quiescent Current: 20mA. Current per input: 3mA
max. Current per output: 100mA max. (Within overall limits). Current per bank is
500mA max. (for banks 1-8 & 9-16) for 8 outputs: Total current per I/O board: 1A
max.
The IOM shall communicate via two wire Class B multi-drop RS485 capable of
distances up to 4,000 ft. The IOM shall connect to the panel or network annunciator
slave RS485 port.
D. Dialer (DACT)
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The DACT shall report events by Zone or by Address (Point). Backup and Duplicate
reporting shall be supported.
The DACT shall support up to (4) phone numbers and (4) accounts.
The DACT shall allow remote dial-in to the panel for programming and remote
diagnostics.
The DACT shall have LED indicators for Power/Data, Telephone Line Active, and
Remote Programming Active.
The input power shall be 24 VDC and may be supplied via the control panel or an
auxiliary UL864/UL1481 listed power supply such as the Hochiki series of auxiliary
power supplies and NAC boosters.
There shall be five different report groups that can be routed to one of four phone
settings. These report groups consist of Alarm, Alarm Restore,
Supervisory/Trouble/Enable/Disable, Service/Test, and System Reset. These report
groups may be configured by using Loop Explorer configuration software.
The DACT shall include connections for dual telephone lines per UL and NFPA
requirements. Phone lines shall be supervised.
For lightning and static suppression, the DACT shall include MOV and spark gap
suppressors for the telephone line interface.
The software shall be capable of displaying information for all possible system
points on a maximum size network of (64) nodes.
The Software shall record and store all events from the fire alarm control panel
network. Event archive files shall be automatically created by the software. Event
history can be filtered for viewing and exported as a text, .csv or HTML file.
The Software shall include a designer software program to create project files. The
designer program shall utilize exported data from the fire alarm control panel
network to obtain information about the installation. Devices may be added to maps
by means of drag and drop during the system design. Unlimited map linking shall
be supported.
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The Software shall include a utility to convert .dwg and .dxf files to .bmp.
Up to 12 unique user log-in passcodes may be used. The system administrator may
control the access of each user.
The Voice Evacuation system shall include one Master Panel and one or more
Distributed Panels. The system shall be microprocessor based, and shall be
compatible for use with contact closures or serial data communication from the fire
alarm control panel (FACP).
The Voice Evacuation shall have a high-speed communication bus, with the
capacity for six channels of combined audio and data on a single pair of wires. The
communication bus circuit may be configured for either Style 4 or Style 7
supervision.
The Voice Evacuation system shall have a minimum capacity of 2,048 monitor and
control points.
The Master Panel shall contain an integral microphone, dual channel digital
message repeater and digital tone generator, 220 VAC power supply and battery
charger. The system shall be modular in design and shall be expandable such that
additional system control points may be configured.
The system shall include internal self-diagnostic routines that continually monitor
system status. The system shall indicate the precise type of trouble condition
should one occur. A trouble condition within the system shall cause a trouble
indication to be transmitted to the FACP.
Distributed panels shall provide a minimum of four Class "B" (Style Y) speaker
circuits, expandable to eight total. Alternately, distributed panels may be configured
for four Class "A" (Style Z) speaker circuits. Distributed panels will provide up to six
simultaneous audio channels, and up to 16 Fire Phone circuits. Amplifiers shall
contain their own power supplies and battery chargers, and provide auxiliary power
for other components. Speaker circuits shall be supervised for short and open
circuit conditions, and shall be able to withstand transient or continuous short-circuit
conditions without damage to the system.
The System may be configured for General Alarm All-Call, Alarm by Zone, or Floor
Above / Floor Below operation as required. Non-alarm areas may receive alert
tones and messages as required or activated by the FACP. The alarm
signal/evacuation message shall be broadcast until the FACP is reset, or until
emergency personnel interrupt the broadcast with a manual page.
To prevent unauthorized tampering, the voice evacuation system shall disable the
microphone if the microphone is keyed continuously for 3 minutes or more.
Systems that do not have this feature shall not be acceptable.
All voice messages shall be contained in the Master Panel. Communication of all
automatic and manual messaging and paging to the distributed panels shall be by
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means of a digital RS485 circuit. Low level (pre-amp) audio wiring shall not be
permitted.
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10. Addressable devices shall also store an internal identifying type code
that the control panel shall use to identify the type of device specifically.
The panel shall identify the exact type of detector/sensor, module, etc.
Addressable devices of different types or variant models shall not use
the same type code.
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a. The analog photo smoke sensor shall have a UL listed operating range
from 0.5%/ft. to 3.8%/ft. obscuration graduated across an air velocity range
up to 4000 fpm.
b. Analog photo smoke sensors shall have a low profile design, only 1.97"
high, including base.
d. The polling LED on the smoke sensor shall be configurable to flash or not
to flash when the sensor is polled by the control panel.
1. The analog photo smoke sensors shall have a UL listed operating range
from .88%/ft. to 3.57%/ft. obscuration graduated across an air velocity
range up to 4000 fpm. Analog photo smoke sensors that do not support
this minimum operating range or velocity capability shall not be
acceptable.
2. Analog photo smoke sensors shall have a low profile design, only 1.97"
high, including base.
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1. Analog heat sensors shall have a UL listed operating range from 135 to
150 degrees Fahrenheit when used as a fire detection device. The analog
heat sensor shall support an increased operating range from 32 to 158
degrees Fahrenheit when used as a supervisory device.
2. Analog heat sensors shall have a low profile design, only 2.0" high,
including base.
Multi Sensor
2. Analog Multi-Sensors shall have a low profile design, 2.21 high including
the base.
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1. Analog photo duct smoke sensors shall have a UL listed operating range
from .88%/ft. to 2.75%/ft. obscuration across an air velocity range from 300
to 4000 fpm. Analog photo duct smoke sensors that do not support this
operating range or velocity capability shall not be acceptable.
4. Analog photo duct smoke sensors shall include two (2) built-in
programmable Form C relays, rated at 10 Amps @ 250VAC. An alternate
non-relay two-wire model shall also be available that does not require
24VDC input power. The relay model operates on four-wires and requires
24VDC input power.
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4. The sounder base shall include support for a remote alarm LED indicator
as an option.
5. The ASB shall be self addressing based on the host sensor address it is
attached to, not requiring any special device address programming. The
ASB shall automatically add 127 plus the detector address to obtain its
independent address. The addressable sounder base shall operate in the
higher SLC address range from 128 to 254. Systems which cannot
automatically address the sounder base, sounder bases that are not fully
programmable, or SLC that do not support 254 addresses shall not be
accepted.
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3. The CZM shall provide an address point for a conventional initiating zone
(IDC) of up to (25) conventional smoke detectors depending on the model
and brand. Conventional devices with a N.O. dry contact output may also
be used and do not have a restriction of (25) devices. UL 2-wire
compatibility is required on all conventional zone powered devices used on
the IDC of the CZM module. Devices with N.O. dry contact output shall not
require UL 2-wire compatibility.
4. The CZM shall have a bi-colored LED indicator that flashes green when
polled and latches on red (controlled by panel) when activated for alarms.
5. The CZM shall require a 24VDC auxiliary power source to provide IDC
power for the conventional zone of detectors.
1. The DIMM shall provide two (2) independently monitored inputs to connect
N.O. dry contact type initiating devices to the SLC. Each input shall be
capable of independent operation, such as one input for water-flow (Fire),
and the other for valve tamper (Supervisory). The two inputs shall not
interfere with each other or require common function and shall be capable
of programmable operation, such as water-flow (Fire), valve tamper
(Supervisory), manual pull-station (Fire), and other general event
categories.
2. The DIMM shall only occupy one (1) SLC address. The two (2) inputs shall
be sub-addresses that operate under the single SLC address of the
module. An SLC using DIMM shall be capable of (254) inputs when all
(127) SLC addresses are used.
4. The DIMM shall have a bi-colored LED indicator for displaying device
polling and alarm status.
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3. The module shall have a bi-colored LED indicator for displaying device
polling and alarm status.
2. The SOM shall provide a voltage output rated at 24VDC @ 2.0 Amps. The
output shall be wired for Style Y (Class B) operation. The output shall
provide reverse polarity operation for supervision of the device circuit.
Outputs patterns shall be Temporal, Continuous, and March. There shall
be a silence-able option.
4. The SOM shall be suitable for remote supervision and control activation of
RNB remote NAC booster units.
5. The SOM shall have 16 different control states and modulation patterns for
multi-state programming. The operating parameters for the SOM shall be
maintained in the module after device initialization and will not require
individual control commands from the control panel during fire conditions to
operate. The control panel shall instead broadcast system-wide commands
on the SLC and the SOM or group of SOMs will respond based on
individual programming allowing simultaneous group device activations
from a single control panel command. Systems that do not meet this
requirement shall not be acceptable.
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7. The SOM shall have a bi-colored LED indicator for displaying device
polling and control status.
8. Systems that do not meet the SOM performance criteria shall not be
acceptable.
1. The module shall provide two (2) independently controlled relay outputs to
connect devices requiring control from the fire system to the SLC. Each
output shall be capable of independent operation. The two outputs shall
not interfere with each other or require common function and shall be
capable of programmable operation such as general event categories,
zone control, point control, silence-able option, two output delay options,
and Cause & Effect logic control.
2. The module shall only occupy one (1) SLC address. The two (2) outputs
shall be sub-addresses that operate under the single SLC address of the
module. An SLC using R2M shall be capable of (254) outputs when all
(127) SLC addresses are used.
3. The module shall operate on Style 4, 6, or 7 SLC. The outputs shall be two
(2) Form C relay contacts rated at .5 Amps @ 125VAC or 1 Amp 30VDC.
The R2M shall not require a 24VDC auxiliary power supply source.
6. The module shall have a bi-colored LED indicator for displaying device
polling and control status.
7. Systems that do not meet the R2M performance criteria shall not be
acceptable.
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3. The SCI shall not require address-setting or an SLC address. The SCI
operation shall be completely automatic. It shall not be necessary to
replace or reset an SCI after its normal operation. The SCI shall have the
ability to be placed anywhere on the SLC and shall not have a limit of how
many can placed on a given SLC.
4. The SCI shall provide a single yellow LED that shall illuminate steadily to
indicate that a short circuit condition has been detected and isolated.
PART 3 -EXECUTION
3.1 INSPECTION
A. Examine areas and conditions under which fire alarm system is to be installed.
Notify Owner in writing of conditions detrimental to proper completion of the work.
Do not proceed with work until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Install fire alarm devices, wiring and main equipment as indicated, in accordance
with manufacturer's written instructions, requirements of applicable Standards, and
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C. Protect all equipment from dirt, moisture and construction debris, subsequent and
during installation until project is accepted by Owner.
D. Fire stop penetrations of floor slabs or fire walls in accordance with all local codes.
E. Contractor to furnish all conduit, wiring, outlet boxes, junction boxes, cabinets and
similar devices necessary for a complete installation. All wiring types as
recommended by the manufacturer installed in conduit throughout or as approved
by the local Fire Department. Junction boxes to be painted fire department red for
identification.
G. All wiring shall be color coded throughout, to local or National Electrical Code
Standards. All wiring shall be of the size recommended by the manufacturer.
H. All wires shall test free from earth (grounds) or crosses between conductors.
I. Circuit wiring from the Fire Alarm Control Panel to the system peripheral equipment
shall be as per the system manufacturer recommendations:
J. The system shall be arranged to receive power from three-wire, 240/415 volt, 50
Hertz alternating current supply through fused cut-out, as shown on drawings. All
low voltage operation shall be provided from the Fire Alarm Control Panel(s).
K. All final connections between system equipment and the wiring shall be made under
the supervision of a trained manufacturer's technical representative.
L. Wiring within component enclosures and terminal cabinets: All wiring shall be
installed in a neat and workmanlike manner and shall be trained parallel with or at
right angles to the sides and back if any enclosure or cabinet.
M. All conductors shall be installed in rigid heavy metal conduit or electrical metallic
tubing run surface or concealed and as required by applicable codes. Each
conductor used for the same specific function shall be distinctively color coded and
must be clearly identified at both terminal points. Wiring for the fire systems shall be
installed as herein described and separate from any other wiring systems.
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N. Provide all required evacuation speakers. Speakers shall be flush ceiling mounted
cone type and surface mounted horn type as indicated, each complete with a proper
back box. Ensure that exterior speakers are weatherproof and mounted with a
weather sealed gland nut connection at the proper dispersion angle. Speaker grille
finishes to be confirmed with Project Manager.
3.3 CLEAN UP
A. Upon completion of the installation, all debris created by the installation shall be
removed from the premises or disposed of as directed by the Owner.
A. Upon completion of installation of Fire and Life Safety System and after system has
been energized, test equipment to demonstrate compliance with requirements. Field
correct or replace defective equipment, and retest.
B. factory trained technician to supervise the final connections, tests and adjustments
of all equipment upon completion. Each device be tested by the manufacturer's
representative, in the presence of the owner's representative; a test report
completed in triplicate, and signed by the owner's representative to indicate that he
witnessed the testing of the system.
A copy of the test report shall be posted adjacent to the Fire Alarm Control
equipment and enclosed in a glass directory stainless steel frame.
C. Upon completion and prior to all acceptance, perform complete system tests as
follows:
1. Actuate all manual and automatic alarm and monitor initiating devices one at
a time and verify proper operation.
2. Verify:
Operation of all signaling and indication systems as specified including
proper zone identification and labeling at the Fire Alarm Control Panel.
Fan start up / shut-down.
Transmission of alarm to security office.
Manual control of items as specified.
Class and type of wiring.
Automatic operations of specified items.
3. Power:
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3.5 GUARANTEE
B. Equipment manufacturer to have a local branch office staffed with trained, full-time
employees who are capable of performing testing, inspection, repair and
maintenance services for the life of the System.
C. Contractor to guarantee all wiring to be free from inherent mechanical and electrical
defects for one year.
B. As part of this Contract, the Contractor shall receive from the equipment
manufacturer and turn over to the Owner the following system spare parts:
1. 5% spare of each type of detectors.
2. Two Modules each type
C. The equipment manufacturer shall make available, to the Owner, a price quotation
for a one year maintenance and testing agreement, to take effect on the date of
final acceptance.
Relevant signals are listed under controls, BMS and motor control panels drawings
and data schedules.
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The interface between the fire alarm system and the BMS system shall be via
software interface. The system supplier is responsible to provide all software /
hardware required to achieve the interface and operation as indicated in this
chapter and as indicated on drawings.
The contractor shall guarantee for a period of 400 days after the practical
completion of the installation that all plant and equipment shall operate free of any
defects due to defective material and bad workmanship and that any part found
defective during this period shall be replaced free of cost by the contractor.
If the defects are not rectified within a reasonable period, the Client may proceed to
do so by another agency at the contractor's entire risk and expense without
prejudice to any rights of the Client.
21.2.32 SPARES
The Contractor shall include manufacturer's spares for 2 years running, further to
the Warranty period, in addition to the spare parts mentioned in the QCS. These
shall be provided in this contract. Prior to order, the Contractor shall prepare in
triplicate a submittal listing all spares for each item/equipment, clearly detailing
manufacturer's name, address telephone and telex numbers and spare part
reference number, together with component cost. The submittal shall be passed to
the Engineer for approval and only upon receipt of approval in writing from the
Engineer may the final order be placed.
Contractor shall ensure that the manufacturers provide a warranty for providing
spares up to a period of 10 years for all the equipment supplied on this project.
The spares shall include but not limited to the following system:
a. Transformers
b. M.V. Panels
c. Sub main Boards & Distribution Boards
d. Fire Alarm System
e. Central battery system
f. AV System
g. CCTV and access control System
h. SMATV
i. Lighting control System
j. UPS
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PIRELLI
FIRECELL
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PART 1 - GENERAL
RELATED DOCUMENTS
B. The requirements of this section apply to Fire and Life Safety System
specified elsewhere in the specification; coordinate with Mechanical for
interface with mechanical systems.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
1. Work includes a complete fire alarm system in the building and providing
all materials, equipment, accessories, services and tests necessary to
furnish and install intelligent, Addressable Fire Alarm Life Safety System
of the zoned, non-coded, indicating, fully integrated and field
programmable system, closed circuit general alarm (loudspeakers and
strobe light), and electrically supervised type. Provide supervised wiring,
all operations, and hardware, as described herein and shown on plans
and riser diagrams. Integrated with IBMS.
A.
B. All buildings FACPs shall be monitored and controlled from the MFACP
located in the Fire Command Center and Duplicated at Security System
Control room. Contractor to provide the required cable connection and
relevant ducts to comply with this intent.
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11. Addressable intelligent area multi-sensor detectors including carbon
monoxide.
12. Addressable intelligent smoke detectors.
13. Addressable intelligent duct smoke detectors.
14. Addressable intelligent rate of raise/fixed temperature heat detectors.
15. Addressable intelligent heat detectors fixed temperature at (900C).
16. Fault isolator modules (one module should be added in the fire alarm
loop, each 15 devices).
17. Master telephone handset with telephone selectors and indicators.
18. Fireman's telephone stations with break glass.
19. Sprinkler water flow switch alarm (Switches wired by this Contractor).
20. Sprinkler valve tamper switch monitoring (Switches wired by this
Contractor).
21. Fire pumps monitoring and alarm (Power failure, phase reversal,
pump running).
22. Interface with low water level inside water tank.
23. Emergency Diesel Generator monitoring (Diesel generator running
and generator failure to start)
24. Addressable monitor modules (for water flow and tamper switches
and other non-addressable initiating devices).
25. Addressable Control modules.
26. Elevator recall and alternate recall control and relays.
27. Central station operation.
28. Interface with HVAC system (Supply fans, Exhaust fans,
pressurization fans, smoke fans and smoke dampers).
29. Software interface with B.M.S. system.
30. Interface with all Fire Fighting control panels.
31. Interface with Voice Evacuation control panels.
32. Interface with all Fire Telephone control panels.
33. Interface with the Public Address System to mute the Sound in the
alarmed zones in case of fire.
34. Visual monitoring/status of items at the MFACP.
35. Conduits and wires.
36. Approved fused cut-out panels.
37. Battery and battery/inverter back-up operation to maintain the
operation of all fire alarm and voice evacuation system components
(All fire alarm control panels and their components, voice evacuation
panels and their power amplifiers, master telephone station &
controls, color graphic PC, printer, satellite and repeater panels,
remote power supplies,etc.) in case of power outage.
D. The Contractor shall be responsible to provide all needed approvals from the
Civil Defense Authority.
E. The fire alarm system is to be installed for addressable initiating and control
circuits with hard-wired signaling (loudspeakers/strobes) circuits utilizing
conduit, tubing and wire serving all peripheral devices such as manual
stations, smoke detectors, heat detectors and water flow switches, etc.
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F. Obtain and deliver a final certificate of approval to the Owner from the Fire
Department for all fire alarm and detection work under this contract through
filing the appropriate documents.
G. It is the responsibility of this Contractor to produce all written requests to the
Fire Department for inspections of the fire alarm system and associated
equipment.
I. Contractor to be responsible for testing all the fire alarm equipment after
completion of work and prior to any inspection with written report given as
proof of condition of the system. All system devices and their circuits to be in
first class operating condition after completion of work.
J. Wiring
2. All initiating wiring for the systems must be installed in true Class 'A' form
and comply with NPFA 72 sec 12.2.5 & 12.3.1. The 'return' portion of the
circuit home run in separate piping. Class 'A' return for more than one
circuit may be contained in a common pipe. Class 'A' return pipe(s) must
be labeled as such with lettering, directional arrows or other method to
differentiate it from the other circuit pipes.
6. All of the fire alarm system cables to be Fire Resistant Cables according
to NFPA 70 and BS: 6387 Categories C, W & Z.
K. All system components of the Fire Alarm Life Safety system to be U.L. listed
by one manufacturer and to be as approved by the local civil defense
authority.
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L. Provide a fan schedule indicating all fans that will be start up / shut down
under automatic smoke control operations and fans that will have manual
override from MFACP including any purge fans schedule to indicate the
related control modules.
M. After the completion of the installation of the Fire Alarm System, this
Contractor shall perform a complete demonstration test of all systems and
devices to the satisfaction of the Owner and their consulting engineer and as
requested by the civil defense authority.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
SUBMITTALS
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D. Proposed zone list with description of zones (alarm, monitor) as they would
appear on the FACP.
1. 1:100 or 1:200 scale floor plan showing equipment locations and wiring
layouts drawings.
3. Required fire safety control and manual control wiring details. Coordinate
with Mechanical Specifications.
4. Complete riser diagram showing all equipment and size, type and
number of all conductors and conduits and this interface with all other
systems.
H. Battery & Voltage Drop Calculation, Amplifier sizes and point capacity
Calculations.
OPERATION
A. Activation of any manual pull station, heat detector, duct smoke detector,
area multi-sensor detector, flame detector, or sprinkler water flow switch, to
provide the following automatic operations:
1. Sound a pulsing audible signal at the Fire Alarm Control Panel. Pressing
the alarm acknowledge key on the Fire Alarm Control Panel shall silence
the audible signal during the alarm condition.
2. Flash the general alarm LED indicator on the Fire Alarm Control Panel.
Pressing the alarm acknowledge key on the fire alarm control panel shall
continuously light the general alarm LED indicator during the alarm
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condition. Subsequent alarm conditions shall again flash the general
alarm LED indicator.
4. Enter the custom label for the device reporting the alarm condition with
time and date of occurrence into the fire alarm control panel historical
alarm log for future recall.
5. Sound the slow whoop alarm signal throughout the building. The alarm
signals may be silenced during the alarm condition by operation of the
Fire Alarm Control Panel alarm silence switch. Subsequent alarm
conditions shall initiate the strobe light.
6. Flash all alarm strobe lights throughout the building. The alarm strobe
lights may be turned off during the alarm condition by operation of the
Fire Alarm Control Panel alarm silence switch. Subsequent alarm
conditions shall again turn on the alarm strobe lights.
10. Automatically Give Control Signal (Via Control Modules) to mute the
Public Address System in the Alarmed Zone.
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12. Activate the Color Graphic Station to show in graphics the alarm
activation and to include the time and date and custom label for the
device reporting the alarm condition.
13. Activate the remote printer to printout a hard copy record of the alarm
activation to include the time and date and custom label for the device
reporting the alarm condition.
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repressing the supervisory acknowledge key or until the
off/normal condition is restored to normal.
d. Enter the custom label for the zone reporting the off/normal
condition with time and date of occurrence into the Fire Alarm
Control Panel historical trouble log for future recall.
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a. The fire alarm system wiring (except control wiring between fans
and their control zone addressable module) shall be electrically
supervised to automatically detect and report trouble conditions
to the Fire Alarm Control Panel.
b. Flash the general system trouble LED indicator on the Fire Alarm
Control Panel. Pressing the trouble acknowledge key on the Fire
Alarm Control Panel shall continuously light the general trouble
LED indicator during the trouble condition.
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Display (LCD). Pressing the trouble acknowledge key shall
display, for 15 seconds, the individual device or circuit display, to
include the "trouble" status and custom label (up to 40
characters and spaces) for the addressable device or circuit
reporting the trouble condition. At the end of the 15 second
period, the general trouble indication and system status
summary shall again be displayed. The individual device/circuit
display may be recalled at any time by repressing the trouble
acknowledge key or until the trouble condition is restored to
normal.
d. Enter the custom label for the device or circuit reporting the
trouble condition with time and date of occurrence into the fire
alarm control panel historical trouble log for future recall.
The contractor shall provide a detailed cause and effect matrix as a shop drawing
which shall reflect all details about the fire alarm conditions, supervision
conditions and trouble conditions for all fire alarm system components and all
related system interfaces.
Cause and effect matrix to be approved by the operator and the consultant at
construction phase.
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A. The Fire Alarm Control Panel shall permit one person system walk test. The
walk test mode shall be pass code protected, requiring the entry of a
minimum five digit pass code before the walk test mode is enabled.
B. Fire alarm system addressable devices may be divided into as many as eight
groups for testing purposes. Putting one group into the walk test mode shall
not impair the normal operation of the remaining seven groups.
C. When a group of addressable devices is put into walk test mode, the alarm
verification function, if provided, shall be disabled in order to expedite testing.
D. The walk test mode may be enabled for a programmable amount of time up
to 8 hours. If no devices in the system/an enabled group have been
activated during the programmed time, the Fire Alarm Control Panel shall
automatically revert to normal system operation.
2. Log the alarm condition in the Fire Alarm Control Panel historical
trouble log for future review/recall.
3. The Fire Alarm Control Panel shall automatically reset itself after each
alarm test.
2. Log the trouble condition in the Fire Alarm Control Panel historical
trouble log for future review/recall.
3. The Fire Alarm Control Panel shall automatically reset itself after each
circuit's wiring is reconnected.
QUALIFICATIONS OF MANUFACTURER
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qualified to provide instruction, routine and emergency maintenance and
repairs on portions of systems. Proof to include evidence of at least three
similar installations currently in satisfactory service. Installations by
another distributor of proposed manufacturer will not be accepted as
proof.
3. Provide written guarantee that local office will be maintained with qualified
staff of engineers and technicians for an agreed upon period.
COORDINATION
D. Control to coordinator with public address system supplier for interface with
public address system.
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Area Detectors: One detector zone per floor plus individual zone for all electric
rooms/closets per floor and mechanical rooms per floor.
Sprinkler Water Flow Switches: Individually zoned per switch for alarm.
Sprinkler Valve Tamper Switches: Provide one monitor zone for each switch or
a maximum of two switches per zone if serving the same sprinkler branch line.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
SYSTEM CABLES
All cables associated with the fire alarm installation shall be fire retardant copper
cables with a red LZOH over sheath. Joints in cables shall be made only at
accessories unless otherwise agreed with the Engineer when the joint box shall
be detailed on record drawings.
All wiring shall be fire retardant/resistant and comply with NFPA 70 & BS 6387
category CWZ. Cable conductors shall not be less than 1.5mm2 for initiating
devices and 2.5 mm2 for indicating devices.
Equipment shall all be connected on a two wire fully maintained closed circuit.
Fire alarm cables shall be installed in PVC conduits inside the concrete or MICC
cable for exposed installation.
All conduits / cable tray for fire safety application penetrating thru walls and
slabs shall be sealed with fire retardant material with rating of not less than the
fire rating of the wall or slab being penetrated.
EQUIPMENT
The Fire Alarm Control Panel shall provide Standard 72, addressable intelligent
data communications circuits to provide connection of and communication with
the addressable devices, as required by these specifications and/or as shown
on the drawings. Each addressable communications circuit shall provide the
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capability of communicating with up to 159 addressable sensors/detector and
159 addressable modules per SLC totaling 318 addressable points.
In order to permit future additions, no more than 80% of the addresses available
on any single addressable data communications circuit shall be utilized.
Address, parity, overrun, framing and check sum tests must be passed for any
message to be considered valid. Addressable data communications circuits
between the Fire Alarm Control Panel and addressable devices shall operate at
4800 baud. Each NFPA 72, Style 6 (Class A, four-wire) addressable data
communications circuit shall be capable of communicating with an addressable
device up to 375 wiring meters distant and with a total up to 1,500 meters of
wiring in all branches.
Each of the following types of equipment shall be provided with a CZAM control
relay typically as follows:
Fans: Provide two control modules for each fan as required by the
Mechanical Specifications and Local Codes and authorities.
Smoke dampers: provide one control module for each HVAC fire
smoke damper. The quantities of these control modules shall
be taken from the HVAC design documents.
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Each of the following types of remote equipment associated with the fire alarm
system shall be furnished with a manual control switch at the Fire Alarm Control
Panel, as required by the functional requirements of these specifications, but
shall be typically as follows:
Provide a switch with LED status for lock-out of elevator recall operations
for use during testing of system.
Provide a switch with LED status for each supply and return/exhaust fans
pressurization fans & air handing units.
Fire Alarm Control Panel(s): The Fire Alarm System Control Panel(s) shall
incorporate all control, alarm, relay and necessary modules and components in
surface mounted cabinets. The operating controls and zone/supervisory
indicators shall be located behind locked, steel door/Plexiglas window
assemblies, with keys made available only to Fire Department and other
authorized operating personnel. All control modules shall be labeled, all zone
locations shall be identified, and the panel shall be provided with a set of
permanently mounted operating instructions.
The panel, door and frame assembly shall be steel, with red finish. The panel
shall contain system power supplies, data bus conductors, battery charger and
all necessary function modules and components, including but not necessarily
limited to the following:
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Solid state memory for alarm and trouble historical logs. Each log, alarm
or trouble, shall be capable of storing up to 300 events with the time and
date of occurrence.
System Meter Module: The system meter module shall provide visual
indication of system voltage and supervisory current. The meter
module shall contain a voltmeter with a range of from 0 to 50 VDC
for indicating system voltage. The module shall be readily
disconnected for ease of servicing and placement supervised via
its connection to the Master Controller Module.
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the addressable devices. Each addressable data communications
circuit shall provide NFPA Standard 72, Style 6 (Class A,
four-wire) supervised operation. When wired for NFPA Standard
72, Style 6 (Class A, four-wire) operation, a single open or ground
fault shall not impair a circuit's operation. Addressable data
communications circuit wiring shall be supervised for opens in the
circuit, shorts across the pair and ground faults. An addressable
data communications circuit fault shall initiate a system trouble
display and audible trouble signal at the Fire Alarm Control Panel.
When a circuit fault is detected, the module shall light the general
trouble LED on the Master Controller Module and initiate a system
general trouble condition.
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Communication Module: The module shall provide two communications
ports with ASCII output (adjustable baud rate) for operation of
system printers and/or cathode ray tubes (CRT'S).
a. channels input
b. Total recording time is 60 sec., splitted between No. 6
messages.
c. 8 telephone numbers
d. Dialing mode ( DTMF/ PULSE )
e. Call list, priority order, communication delay, call progress
function & message report facilities should be included.
Battery Pack: The fire alarm system shall be provided with battery
backup capability. The batteries shall provide 24-hours of normal
standby operation and 30 minutes of all zones normal alarm
operation at the end of the 24-hour standby period. The batteries
shall be placement and high/low voltage supervised by the Master
Controller Module.
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Each fire alarm control panel shall be provided complete with spare
power supply, spare power amplifier and free space for two cards
for future extension.
The detachable keyboard shall be of the enhanced, 101 key type and
shall permit data communication with the system Central Processing
Unit (CPU) to permit the operator to acknowledge system alarms and
request status reports. The following feature shall be available:
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operator control commands into the system and the time and date of
all occurrences.
The system printer shall record all alarm, supervisory and trouble
conditions by address number and custom label.
Addressable Manual Fire Alarm Stations: Double Action (lift cover and pull
alarm lever), non-coded type manual station, of cast metal construction, with
normally open, Single-Pole, Single-Throw general alarm contacts. The manual
station shall include an addressable module which shall consist of printed circuit
board with discrete circuitry for monitoring the station alarm contacts. When
operated, the alarm lever shall remain in its "down" position to indicate its
operation, with alarm contacts closed until the station is reset. The station shall
be reset by opening the front, resetting the lever and closing the station front.
The station shall be tested by opening the station front and then returning same
to normal. It shall be necessary to open the station to replace the break rod. A
spare break rod shall be furnished with each station.
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10. Addressable devices shall also store an internal identifying type code that
the control panel shall use to identify the type of device specifically. The
panel shall identify the exact type of detector/sensor, module, etc.
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Addressable devices of different types or variant models shall not use the
same type code.
16. Addressable device shall use Digital Communication Protocol (DCP) which
is noise immune and utilizes alarm interrupts for fast response to fires.
1. The analog photo smoke sensor shall have a UL listed operating range from
0.5%/ft. to 3.8%/ft. obscuration graduated across an air velocity range up to
4000 fpm.
2. Analog photo smoke sensors shall have a low profile design including base.
4. The polling LED on the smoke sensor shall be configurable to flash or not to
flash when the sensor is polled by the control panel.
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5. The plastics shall be a PC/ABS blend and shall be resistant to yellowing from
prolonged UV exposure. The color shall be bone.
1. Analog heat sensors shall have a UL listed operating range from 135 to 150
degrees Fahrenheit when used as a fire detection device. The analog heat
sensor shall support an increased operating range from 32 to 158 degrees
Fahrenheit when used as a supervisory device.
2. Analog heat sensors shall have a low profile design including the base.
4. The plastics shall be a PC/ABS blend and shall be resistant to yellowing from
prolonged UV exposure. The color shall be bone.
D. Multisensor
2. Analog Multi-Sensors shall have a low profile design including the base.
5. The analog Multi-Sensor heat sensor shall have a UL listed operating range
from 135 to 150 degrees Fahrenheit when used in Heat Detection mode as a
fire detection device. It shall support an increased operating range from 32 to
158 degrees Fahrenheit when used as a supervisory device.
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1. The Carbon Monoxide (CO) fire detectors shall be designed to provide early
warning of a slow smouldering fire whilst reducing the incidences of false
alarms.
2. Detector address shall be accessible from fire-alarm control unit and shall be
able to identify the detector's location within the system and its sensitivity
setting.
a. Primary status
b. Device type
c. Present average value
d. Present sensitivity selected
e. Sensor range (normal, dirty, etc.)
1. Analog photo duct smoke sensors shall have a UL listed operating range
from .88%/ft. to 2.75%/ft. obscuration across an air velocity range from 300
to 4000 fpm. Analog photo duct smoke sensors that do not support this
operating range or velocity capability shall not be acceptable.
3. The plastics shall be a PC/ABS blend and shall be resistant to yellowing from
prolonged UV exposure. The color shall be bone.
4. Analog photo duct smoke sensors shall include two (2) built-in programmable
Form C relays, rated at 10 Amps @ 250VAC. An alternate non-relay two-wire
model shall also be available that does not require 24VDC input power. The
relay model operates on four-wires and requires 24VDC input power.
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of the device. For installations not requiring relay function, visual indication of
alarm and power must be provided.
3. The ASB shall be programmable to operate from any global event category,
zone, point, or Cause & Effect logic. The flexible programming and operation
shall allow multiple trigger sources for fire alarm, supervisory, and other logic
to support hotel and high-rise apartment style applications, all from intelligent
addressable output control from the panel.
4. The sounder base shall include support for a remote alarm LED indicator as
an option.
6. The plastics shall be a PC/ABS blend and shall be resistant to yellowing from
prolonged UV exposure. The color shall be bone.
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Programming of the manual pull station address must be possible with the
manual pull station fully installed.
3. The addressable manual pull station shall have the following features and
options:
a. Addressable integrated design
b. All metal construction
c. Single or dual action
d. Extremely easy to operate
e. Bi-colored status LED indicates Standby and Alarm conditions
f. Address is programmable in EEPROM
g. Address can be programmed when installed
h. Key lock or hex key lock models available
i. Terminals accept up to 14AWG wire
j. Surface mount back box available
k. ADA compliant
3. The CZM shall provide an address point for a conventional initiating zone
(IDC) of up to (25) conventional smoke detectors depending on the model
and brand. Conventional devices with a N.O. dry contact output may also be
used and do not have a restriction of (25) devices. UL 2-wire compatibility is
required on all conventional zone powered devices used on the IDC of the
CZM module. Devices with N.O. dry contact output shall not require UL 2-
wire compatibility.
4. The CZM shall have a bi-colored LED indicator that flashes green when
polled and latches on red (controlled by panel) when activated for alarms.
5. The CZM shall require a 24VDC auxiliary power source to provide IDC power
for the conventional zone of detectors.
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1. The DIMM shall provide two (2) independently monitored inputs to connect
N.O. dry contact type initiating devices to the SLC. Each input shall be
capable of independent operation, such as one input for water-flow (Fire),
and the other for valve tamper (Supervisory). The two inputs shall not
interfere with each other or require common function and shall be capable of
programmable operation, such as water-flow (Fire), valve tamper
(Supervisory), manual pull-station (Fire), and other general event categories.
2. The DIMM shall only occupy one (1) SLC address. The two (2) inputs shall be
sub-addresses that operate under the single SLC address of the module. An
SLC using DIMM shall be capable of (254) inputs when all (127) SLC
addresses are used.
3. The DIMM shall operate on Style 4, 6, or 7 SLC. The inputs shall be capable
of being programmed for N.O. or N.C contacts, with an option for non-
supervised N.C. (no EOL) operation.
4. The DIMM shall have a bi-colored LED indicator for displaying device polling
and alarm status.
3. The module shall have a bi-colored LED indicator for displaying device polling
and alarm status.
2. The SOM shall provide a voltage output rated at 24VDC @ 2.0 Amps. The
output shall be wired for Style Y (Class B) operation. The output shall provide
reverse polarity operation for supervision of the device circuit. Outputs
patterns shall be Temporal, Continuous, and March. There shall be a silence-
able option.
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3. Audio/visual load power for the SOM shall be provided by a separate
supervised 24VDC auxiliary power circuit from the control panel or from
auxiliary power supply or remote NAC booster unit as described elsewhere in
this document.
4. The SOM shall be suitable for remote supervision and control activation of
remote NAC booster units.
5. The SOM shall have 16 different control states and modulation patterns for
multi-state programming. The operating parameters for the SOM shall be
maintained in the module after device initialization and will not require
individual control commands from the control panel during fire conditions to
operate. The control panel shall instead broadcast system-wide commands
on the SLC and the SOM or group of SOMs will respond based on individual
programming allowing simultaneous group device activations from a single
control panel command. Systems that do not meet this requirement shall not
be acceptable.
6. The SOM shall be programmable to operate from any global event category,
zone, point, or Cause & Effect logic. The flexible programming and operation
shall allow multiple trigger source options for fire alarm, supervisory, and
other logic to support hotel and high-rise apartment style applications, all
from intelligent addressable output control from the panel.
7. The SOM shall have a bi-colored LED indicator for displaying device polling
and control status.
8. Systems that do not meet the SOM performance criteria shall not be
acceptable.
1. The module shall provide two (2) independently controlled relay outputs to
connect devices requiring control from the fire system to the SLC. Each
output shall be capable of independent operation. The two outputs shall not
interfere with each other or require common function and shall be capable of
programmable operation such as general event categories, zone control,
point control, silence-able option, two output delay options, and Cause &
Effect logic control.
2. The module shall only occupy one (1) SLC address. The two (2) outputs shall
be sub-addresses that operate under the single SLC address of the module.
An SLC using dual relay module shall be capable of (254) outputs when all
(127) SLC addresses are used.
3. The module shall operate on Style 4, 6, or 7 SLC. The outputs shall be two
(2) Form C relay contacts rated at .5 Amps @ 125VAC or 1 Amp 30VDC.
The module shall not require a 24VDC auxiliary power supply source.
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4. The module shall have 16 different control states for multi-state
programming. The operating parameters shall be maintained in the module
after device initialization and will not require individual control commands
from the control panel during fire conditions to operate. The control panel
shall instead broadcast system-wide commands on the SLC and the module
or group of modules will respond based on individual programming allowing
simultaneous group device activations from a single control panel command.
The module shall also have the ability to receive individual commands (non-
group commands) from the control panel along with the group command
broadcasts. Systems that do not meet this requirement shall not be
acceptable.
6. The module shall have a bi-colored LED indicator for displaying device
polling and control status.
7. Systems that do not meet the module performance criteria shall not be
acceptable.
3. The SCI shall not require address-setting or an SLC address. The SCI
operation shall be completely automatic. It shall not be necessary to replace
or reset an SCI after its normal operation. The SCI shall have the ability to be
placed anywhere on the SLC and shall not have a limit of how many can
placed on a given SLC.
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1. The SCI shall provide a single yellow LED that shall illuminate steadily to
indicate that a short circuit condition has been detected and isolated.
P. Beam Detectors
The contractor shall furnish and install, where indicated on the plans, UL listed
Projected Beam Smoke Detector. The projected beam smoke detector shall
have a range of 5mt to 100mt. The projected beam smoke detector shall be field
adjustable to one of the three obscuration settings of 25%, 50% or 70% per
span. These settings shall be capable of being verified with calibrated filters.
Side to side spacing shall be a maximum of 60 feet on center. The projected
beam smoke detector shall possess circuitry that automatically compensates for
normal ambient changes in the intensity of the emitted beam strength. The
microprocessor shall provide compensation for a change in received signal
value, with time, caused by contamination of the optics. Since such a change
with time appears as a slow change in the beam signal, the microprocessor shall
compensate in such a manner that the signal moves closer to the reference data
at a rate of approximately +1% per hour. When this compensating capability
reaches a limit, the microprocessor shall automatically generate a trouble signal.
The projected beam smoke detector(s) shall also signal a trouble condition if the
beam has a blockage of 90% or more for more than 20 seconds and
automatically resets to normal when blockage is removed. The projected beam
smoke detector(s) shall be UL listed for these applications. Voltage and RF
transient protection shall be integral to the internal circuitry of the projected beam
smoke detector so as to minimize false alarm potential. To facilitate easy
installation and setup, the projected beam smoke detectors shall employ signal
strength indicating LED's. Alignment shall be facilitated by turning an alignment
adjustment wheel and monitoring the relative signal strength based upon which
LED's are illuminated. The detectors shall also illuminate a red LED, which is
visible externally, when an alarm condition is indicated. The projected beam
smoke detector shall provide a Form "A" dry contact for alarm and Form "B" dry
contact for trouble.
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the smoke is scattered over a large area. The fire detection sensitivity is switch
selectable in 3 settings of 25%, 50% and 70% beam.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
INSPECTION
INSTALLATION
C. Protect all equipment from dirt, moisture and construction debris, subsequent
and during installation until project is accepted by Owner.
D. Fire stop penetrations of floor slabs or fire walls in accordance with all local
codes.
E. Contractor to furnish all conduit, wiring, outlet boxes, junction boxes, cabinets
and similar devices necessary for a complete installation. All wiring types as
recommended by the manufacturer installed in conduit throughout or as
approved by the local Fire Department. Junction boxes to be painted fire
department red for identification.
G. All wiring shall be color coded throughout, to local or National Electrical Code
Standards. All wiring shall be of the size recommended by the manufacturer.
H. All wires shall test free from earth (grounds) or crosses between conductors.
I. Circuit wiring from the Fire Alarm Control Panel to the system peripheral
equipment shall be as per the system manufacturer recommendations:
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J. Fire alarm system terminal and junction locations shall be identified in
accordance with NFPA Standard 70, Section 760-3. Terminal and junction
boxes shall be painted red and stenciled in white letters "FIRE ALARM,"
preventing unintentional interference with the fire alarm system wiring during
testing, servicing and additional modifications to the system.
K. The system shall be arranged to receive power from three-wire, 240/415 volt,
50 Hertz alternating current supply through fused cut-out, as shown on
drawings. All low voltage operation shall be provided from the Fire Alarm
Control Panel(s).
L. All final connections between system equipment and the wiring shall be
made under the supervision of a trained manufacturer's technical
representative.
M. Wiring within component enclosures and terminal cabinets: All wiring shall
be installed in a neat and workmanlike manner and shall be trained parallel
with or at right angles to the sides and back if any enclosure or cabinet.
CLEAN UP
A. Upon completion of the installation, all debris created by the installation shall
be removed from the premises or disposed of as directed by the Owner.
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A. Upon completion of installation of Fire and Life Safety System and after
system has been energized, test equipment to demonstrate compliance with
requirements. Field correct or replace defective equipment, and retest.
A copy of the test report shall be posted adjacent to the Fire Alarm Control
equipment and enclosed in a glass directory stainless steel frame.
C. Upon completion and prior to all acceptance, perform complete system tests
as follows:
1. Actuate all manual and automatic alarm and monitor initiating devices
one at a time and verify proper operation.
2. Verify:
3. Power:
GUARANTEE
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B. As part of this Contract, the Contractor shall receive from the equipment
manufacturer and turn over to the Owner the following system spare parts:
1. 50% spare of each type of fuse.
2. 30% spare of each type of lamp (excluding LED type).
3. 10% spare of each type of alarm initiating device.
4. Other devices as described herein.
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Relevant signals are listed under controls, BMS and motor control panels
drawings and data schedules.
The interface between the fire alarm system and the BMS system shall be via
software interface. The system supplier is responsible to provide all software /
hardware required to achieve the interface and operation as indicated in this
chapter and as indicated on drawings
The system shall provide a local temporal back up tone at each amplifier to allow
evacuation signals to be broadcast in the protected premises in the event of a
loss of data communication from the multiplexed audio riser.
A digital message unit shall be provided with 8 messages and 32 minutes of pre-
recorded emergency massaging. The message contained in the fully digital
message unit shall be recordable in the field and transferrable from a computer.
A single channel shall be used for general paging from a remote microphone.
During a fire alarm condition, general paging shall be automatically over-ridden
by emergency alarm tones and emergency paging from the EVAC centre.
General paging shall include ability to page specific zones only and all call.
Confirm zone arrangements with consultant prior to programming.
The voice messages shall include an EVAC message, Drill Message and an All
Clear Message. The text of all the messages will be custom made to the
approval of the owner and the local fire department and must form part of the fire
safety plan for the building. The EVAC message will be configured such that the
floor of alarm can be incorporated into the message. Voice splicing will allow the
EVAC voice message to indicate what floor or area is actually in alarm in the
building. All messages will be professionally recorded in a sound studio before
being digitized.
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acknowledged the alarm. This is to prevent the building occupants receiving a
false sense of security that someone has responded to the fire alarm condition.
The system shall enable the positive alarm sequence as detailed in the NFPA
72.
All messages may be repeated three times before being terminated. Once the
message has been completed the speakers will automatically resume sounding
the same alarm tone they were sounding prior to the announcement.
All messages, words, and alarm tones will be digitized and stored on a plug-in
integrated circuit chip located on the audio controller board. All equipment must
be approved for use with the specific voice communication system by the voice
communication system manufacturer.
1-way voice communication shall provide intelligible low level reproduction tones
and/or voice instructions to all areas of the building. The system shall have the
ability to automatically or/and manually sound the second stage evacuation
tone (120 pulses per minute) in the zone and/or on the floor of alarm, while at the
same time being able to sound the first stage alert (20 pulses per minute tone
or voice instructions to other areas of the building.
The system shall be capable of selecting the proper tones and phrases based
upon specific conditions and location, sort and transmit the audible information
and repeat the transmission as many times as required. Phrases, words, and
alarm tones shall be stored on non- volatile solid state integrated circuits and
shall be completely field programmable on the site.
When the manual voice announcements are completed the system shall revert
back to the previous alarm unless reset or restored to normal by authorities in
charge. The main fire alarm control panel shall have a master microphone to
control the speaker circuits in all areas.
Standby Audio amplifier shall be provided in each fire alarm control panel that
automatically senses the failure of a primary amplifier and automatically program
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them to select and de-multiplex the same audio information channel of the failed
primary amplifier and fully replace the function of the failed amplifier.
Each audio power amplifier shall have integral audio signal de-multiplexers,
allowing the amplifier to select any one of eight digitized audio channels. The
channel selection shall be directed by the system software. Up to 8 multiple and
different audio signals must be able to be broadcast simultaneously from the
same system network node.
In the event of a total loss of audio data communications, all amplifiers will
default to the local EVAC tone generator channel. If the local panel has an
alarm condition, then all amplifiers will sound the EVAC signal on their
connected speaker circuits.
Each speaker zone must be divided into two speaker circuits. (Circuits A & B).
Speakers must be connected in an alternate format, so that upon a circuit failure
50% of the speakers are operational and no two adjacent speakers are on the
same circuit.
Each speaker zone (with dual circuits) must be connected to its own amplifier. It
is, therefore, possible to have as many channels as there are speaker zones. If
high power amplifiers and speaker splitter zones are used a minimum of three
channels must be supplied. An ALERT channel, an ALARM channel and a PAGE
channel.
All wiring shall be fire rated type and comply with BS 6387 category CWZ. Cable
conductors shall not be less than 2.5 mm2 for all voice alarm loops.
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a. Peripheral Devices
The following devices and equipment shall be supplied and installed by the
Contractor as indicated on the drawings:
1. System color graphics station - The display shall be of the have colour
type, non-glare, 17 inch (diagonally measured) touch screen. The
detachable keyboard shall be of the enhanced, 101 key type and shall
permit data communication with the system CPU to permit the operator to
acknowledge system alarms and request status reports. Features shall
be provided as follows:
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clearly understood without referring to a code directory. Printout by
address or code number only shall not be considered as functionally
equivalent.
d. The custom label (location message), of up to 40 characters and
spaces, for a specific device or circuit shall correspond to that
displayed on the fire alarm control panel LCD.
END OF SECTION
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22.2.13 Dampers
22.2.15 Filters
22.2.20 Fans
22.2.22 Insulation
22.2.31 Warranty
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The work under this section of the specification shall include the supply, delivery to
site, installation, testing and commissioning and setting to work the Air conditioning
and Ventilation systems on shell and core basis for the residential building
(2B+G+10F)
The contractor shall provide all the materials, labour, cartage, plant and appliances
necessary for the supply, installation, testing and commissioning of the work and all
other minor and incidental works necessary for the system.
The specification and the drawings are intended to indicate the nature and over all
scope of the project. Any discrepancies, omissions, ambiguities or conflicts in or
among contract documents, or any doubts as to their meaning should be called to
the attention of the Consultants by the works contractor at the time of submitting his
tender.
The contractor shall visit the site and ascertain by himself the nature and scope of
the works, prior to tendering. It is important that the contractor fully familiarizes
himself about dismantling work if any - in connection with carrying out his work.
The works contractor shall guarantee holding a full set of spare-parts for all of the
equipment he intends to supply and install, for a minimum period of two years. In
addition, the contractor shall include for the supply of the said spares which shall be
delivered before the issue of the practical completion certificate.
Entire works shall be carried out as a single contract. All items of works even if not
listed in the Bill of Quantities but covered in the specifications or in the drawings are
deemed to be included in Contractors price. The contractor shall submit the lump
sum price for the whole woks with a breakdown for individual headings as per the Bill
of Quantities. No variation claims shall be entertained.
The contractor shall not without the consent in writing of the Engineer assign or
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sublet his contract or any substantial part thereof other than for raw materials or
minor details. Consent for subletting shall not relieve the contractor from any
obligation, duty or responsibility under the contract.
The contractor shall comply with all bye-laws and regulations of local and other
statutory authorities having jurisdiction over the works and shall be responsible for
the payment of all fees and other charges and the giving and receiving of all
necessary notices. Works shall be carried out in conformity with the specifications
and in coordination with the architectural / structural / other services requirements
/constraints.
The contractor shall submit within seven days from the date of acceptance of the
tender, detailed schedules showing the programme and order in which the
contractor proposes to carry out the works with dates and estimated completion time
for various parts of the work in the form of bar-chart based on the critical path
method. Such schedules shall be approved by the Consultant before starting of the
work and shall be binding on the contractor.
Routine tests for various items of equipment shall be performed at the contractors
works, prior to shipment and test certificates shall be furnished. Contractor shall
inform and permit Engineer to be present during these tests. Contractor shall bear
all the expenses thereof.
The contractor shall operate, test and adjust all air conditioning, ventilation and
exhaust system units, fans, pumps, motors, all air handling units ,fan coil units, plate
heat exchangers etc. provided in connection with this installation and shall make all
necessary adjustments and corrections thereof including the adjustment of all
regulators, valves, dampers etc for the purpose achieving the design flow through all
ducts and to each and every outlet and inlet & through all piping and equipment.
If the completed plant or any portion thereof before it is taken over or during the
guarantee and defects liability period be found defective or fails to fulfill the intent of
this specification, the contractor shall on receipt of notice from the Consultant
forthwith make the defective plant good. Should he fail to do so within a time
considered reasonable by the Consultant, the owner may reject and replace at the
risk and expense of the contractor the whole or any portion of the plant which is
defective or fails to fulfill the requirements of the contract.
The contractor appointed for A/C works shall have the valid Grade A license from
KAHRAMAA (formerly QGEWC) or Credentials to that equal up to the discernment
of Consultant. A copy of the license shall be submitted to the Consultant. The
contractor shall also submit the qualifications and experience particulars of the A/C
Engineer, A/C Foreman and A/C Technicians to be employed on the project along
with their KAHRAMAA license copies, and obtain approval from the Consultant.
The Contractor is responsible for the safe storage, protection and safety of his
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equipment and materials at site. All materials and equipment must be stored and
protected properly so as to prevent damage, corrosion, deterioration or dirt
penetration. Manufacturers recommendations shall be strictly followed regarding
storage. All duct and pipe outlets must be adequately closed to prevent dust and dirt
penetration during the course of erection.
All builders works related to equipment foundations, wall openings for ducting,
piping etc, final flashing and water proofing of roof openings, Access panels in false
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ceilings for operation / maintenance, Door undercuts, Openings in doors for door
grilles shall be provided by the main Civil contractor.
A/C contractor shall liaise and co-ordinate with other Contractors as necessary.
Particular attention is drawn to the following:
The division of work between the A/C contractor and the Electrical contractor shall
be as specified elsewhere under clause ELECTRICAL WORKS & CONTROL
SYSTEM .
The make, model and type of all equipment, materials and accessories proposed to
be used in the project are subject to prior approval of the Engineer.
All these equipment and other materials must have an established Local Qatari
Agent who shall have complete after-sales service & maintenance facility and also
holds adequate spare parts as recommended by the manufacturer
Unless otherwise specified, all equipment are to comply with the relevant British and
American codes of practice as listed below. However, the KAHRAMAA latest
regulations and requirements of Qatar Construction Specification (QCS) shall take
prominence over all other regulations.
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The workmen employed must be accustomed to the highest class of air conditioning
installation.
General
All drawings and material submissions, other information and samples must be
supplied to the Consultant as laid in the specifications or as instructed by the
Consultant.
The Contractor shall prepare and submit for approval, detailed shop drawings for all
equipment or distribution services described herein. Such drawings shall indicate:
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viii. Any other drawing found necessary or requested by the Consultant for co-
ordination of works.
The work described on any shop drawing submitted shall be properly checked by the
Contractor for all clearance, field conditions, maintenance space and proper co-
ordination.
All drawings prepared by the Contractor shall be submitted in the form of three sets
of blue prints to the Consultant for approval, who in turn, after making his comments
will return two sets of the same to the Contractor for necessary revisions if any.
Thereafter the Contractor shall submit five sets of blue prints for the Consultant's
final approval. Once the drawings are finally approved, the contractor shall submit in
reproducible copy negative for Consultant's signature and the same shall be kept on
site for execution.
As Built Drawings
The Contractor shall supply to the Consultant a set of 'As-Built' drawings showing
the works 'As-Built' together with any other information necessary for operation and
maintenance. Four copies of each such drawing shall be supplied.
In addition, two sets of copy negatives for each drawing and a CD-ROM with all the
drawings shall be handed over to the client.
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Material Submittals
On award of the contract, the Contractor shall provide a list of the items for which
they propose to furnish submittals. All submissions shall be made within 15 days of
the award of the contract or earlier as directed by the Consultant.
The Contractor shall furnish submittals in triplicate or as required for all the
equipment and materials to the Consultant.
The following information should at least be covered while furnishing the submittals:
iii. A confirmation that the item offered complies fully to the specifications, drawings
and the application in question. Deviations, if any, shall be clearly spelt out and
reasons shall be given for the changes proposed.
iv. Complete technical literature for the particular item. In case only general
catalogues are available, the particular item/features offered should be stated
clearly on a separate sheet and also marked on the catalogues. Points not
applicable should be struck-off.
The approval of a submittal shall not absolve the Contractor of their responsibility to
provide equipment's/materials/services conforming to the Specifications, Bill of
Quantities and the application in question.
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The approval of a submittal, any implicit reference or verbal instructions shall not be
treated as a waiver. Waivers shall also be subject to reduction in cost and/or time,
conditional or unconditional as decided by the Consultant.
A material status report shall be prepared by the Contractor and submitted every two
weeks or earlier as directed by the Consultant. The report shall indicate the
following:
Samples of Materials
The Contractor shall submit at no extra cost or charge and with no recourse to any
claim for extra time, samples of materials as required by the Consultant for his
approval.
Time required for arranging the sample shall be considered by the Contractor.
Engineer shall and approve the sample and the submittal with reasonable
promptness.
The Contractor shall make provision for the supply of Three (3) copies of the
Instruction Manuals before issue of Practical Completion Certificate. This manual
shall include the following items:
ii. A set of 'As-Built' drawings showing equipment layout, foundation details, ducting
layout and details, electrical wiring & drain piping.
The drawings shall show plans and sections necessary to show all required
information correctly.
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vi. Preventive maintenance routine at monthly, quarterly, half yearly and yearly
intervals and maintenance procedures for all plant and equipment.
All equipment and materials shall be brand new, of a quality accepted by the
Consultant and presenting no dent, damage or breakage during transportation or
installation.
All equipment and materials shall be from the latest product range of the
manufacturer and shall be approved by the Engineer.
All metal parts shall be protected on site from rust, corrosion and dirt by properly
storing, packing and covering. All rusted parts of metal, subject to the Consultant's
approval, shall be cleaned of corrosion products and given two coats of anti-rust
paint before installation.
All steel works in connection with supports for ductwork etc., exposed to the
elements are to be painted with two coats of an approved rust preventive paint,
preferably zinc rich primer and two coats of enamel paint of grey or as approved by
the Consultant.
All exposed metal surfaces of refrigeration and electrical apparatus, motors, guards,
un-insulated ductwork, ductwork brackets, hangers etc., must be painted with one
coat of under-coat and two coats of enamel paint finish to approved colour.
All equipment such as heat exchangers, pumps, AHUs, FCUs, fans, electrical
panels, starters, isolators etc shall be fitted with external labels made from approved
materials. A sample shall be approved by the Consultant.
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Scaffoldings as necessary for the installation of ducting, piping, insulation etc shall
be provided by the A/C contractor. All such scaffoldings shall be approved by the
Consultant.
Hoisting / lifting facilities to mount the equipment at their final position shall be the
responsibility of the A/C contractor in co-ordination with the Main Contractor Safety
issues shall be given top priority.
General
The Contractor shall submit to the Consultant, one month prior to the date of
commencement of the tests, three (3) copies of the complete test procedures to be
used. The procedures, method of calculation etc., shall be approved by the
Consultant before any test is carried out. Three (3) copies of the test results shall be
furnished to the Consultant for his approval.
The Contractor shall supply skilled staff and all necessary instruments and
carryout tests of any kind on a piece of equipment, apparatus, part of system or a
complete system if the Consultant requests such a test, for determining specified or
guaranteed data as given in the specifications or in the schedule of equipment filled
in by the Contractor. Commissioning and balancing of the HVAC systems, networks
and equipment must be carried out by AABC / NEBB certified independent agency.
Any damage resulting from the test shall be repaired and/or damaged material
replaced, all to the satisfaction of the Consultant. In the event of any repair or
adjustment required to be made, other than the normal running adjustment, the tests
shall be void and shall be recommended after the adjustments or repairs have been
completed. The test shall not be void due to circumstances beyond the Contractor's
control. All testing, balancing and final adjustment shall be in accordance with the
provision of the applicable 'ASHRAE' standards.
Ductwork
All branches and outlets shall be tested for air quantity and the total of the air
quantities shall be within five percent of fan capacity. Volume control dampers and
splitter dampers shall be tested for proper operation.
Air balancing shall be carried out by AABC / NEBB certified independent agency.
Equipment
All air handling and ventilating equipment, ductwork and air outlets shall be adjusted
and balanced to deliver the specified air quantities indicated at each inlet and outlet
on the drawings.
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Where the equipment or systems depend upon controls for proper operation,
functioning and performance, the latter shall be operated simultaneously with the
equipment or system during tests.
If air quantities cannot be delivered without exceeding the speed range of the
sheaves or the available horse-power, the Consultant shall be notified before
proceeding with the balancing of air distribution system.
Other tests as specified under the specific equipment headings are to be completed
to the satisfaction of the Consultant.
Water Systems
After thorough cleaning of water piping and completion of water treatment, the
stabilizing chemicals shall be added. The final water analysis report shall be
approved by the consultant.
All equipment such as chillers, pumps, air handling units, fan coil unit etc. main
chilled water headers and branches shall be tested for water flow rate.
All the flow control devices shall be adjusted and the design water flow rate shall be
established in all piping, branches and across all equipment
Electrical Equipment
All electrical equipment shall be cleaned and tested on site before application of
power as mentioned below:
ii. Insulation resistance test, phase to phase and phase to earth on all circuits and
equipment using a 500 volt megger. The megger reading shall not be less than
one mega ohm.
iii. Earth resistance between conduit system and earth must not exceed half
(1/2)ohm.
v. Operating tests on all protective relays, starters, circuit breakers etc., to prove
their correct operation before energizing the main equipment.
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Contractor shall liaise with fire alarm contractor and ensure that correct fire alarm
relay is activated and the equipment function correctly.
With the plant on initiative fire mode change over for each zone and verify the
sequence of events. Repeat the exercise with the plant OFF.
Test all fire dampers / smoke dampers to ensure that they close fully with fans
operating.
Test on Completion
After finishing the above tests and adjustments, the Contractor shall be responsible
for running a reliability trial test for the whole plant installed. The whole of the trial of
the plant shall take place during the appropriate seasons when design conditions are
met or approximated. The ventilation trial shall take place at any reasonable time
subject to the approval of the Consultant. The trial shall last for a period of thirty one
(31) consecutive days during which time the whole of the plant shall operate
continuously without readjustments or repair to the satisfaction of the Consultant
During the reliability trial test, performance tests shall be conducted on the
refrigerating and air conditioning equipment. The test data shall not deviate by more
than three percent from the guaranteed capacity data. Temperature readings shall
be taken for the entering and leaving air of each air handling unit. Should any part
of the apparatus or system fail to meet with the specification requirements, it shall be
adjusted, repaired or replaced to the satisfaction of the Consultant.
The complete performance test shall then be repeated. The date of commencement
of the above said tests shall be subject to agreement with the Consultant.
As soon as all tests prescribed in this clause are carried out satisfactorily in the
opinion of the Consultant, a formal Letter of Completion shall be drawn up in three
(3) copies and signed by the Consultant.
Commissioning and balancing of the HVAC systems, networks and equipment must
be carried out by AABC/ NEBB certified independent agency.
Air balancing shall be carried out by AABC / NEBB certified independent agency.
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All equipment, accessories and the complete system and works shall be guaranteed
for 400 days of un-interrupted operation, against all manufacturing defects and
installation defects.
The guarantee shall start from the date the Letter of Practical Completion is issued.
During the Guarantee period the Contractor shall provide free maintenance and
service for all equipment and the systems installed. The Contractor shall replace or
repair all defective parts at no cost to the Client.
During the maintenance period, the Contractor shall demonstrate that all equipment
and apparatus fulfill the requirements of the specifications and he shall operate all
fans, pumps, refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment for a sufficient time to
adjust all dampers, thermostats and controls and shall provide the Consultant with a
complete log and report indicating air quantities, fan speed, power consumption,
temperature, sound level etc.
During the last month of the 400 days Maintenance period, the Contractor shall
demonstrate to the Consultant that all equipment and systems are operating
according to the capacities and the manner set down in the specifications.
The Maintenance Certificate will not be issued to the Contractor until all plant &
equipment has been tested to the complete satisfaction of the Consultant.
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A/C System
The air conditioning scheme is based on chilled water supplied by district cooling
system of M/s MARAFEQ. The Energy transfer station (ETS) with flow meter and
other controls, valves etc will be installed and commissioned by the contractor.
Chilled water is made available in the secondary side of the ETS.
All toilets ,kitchen and pantries shall be provided with exhaust ventilation system as
per schedule given in the drawings.
Both the staircases and smoke stop lobby are protected with pressurization
systems, which will be energized during fire situations, through the fire alarm control
panel.
The broad design parameters for the Air conditioning and Ventilation system shall be
as follows:
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The outside air temperature may occasionally rise to 520 C All apparatus shall be
rated for continuous service, Twenty Four hours a day, year round throughout its
normal rated life except for necessary routine maintenance. The contractor shall
offer equipment, which is capable of operating at the ambient temp. of 520 C without
any failure.
All starting devices shall be interlocked and shall be shut off upon signaling from Fire
Alarm Control Panel.( addressable )
Apart from full time co-ordination with the main contractor, following co-ordinations with
other disciplines shall also be the responsibility of the Contractor:
General
The unit shall comprise of a wall mounted /ceiling suspended indoor unit and an air-
cooled outdoor unit for application with R-407 c refrigerant.
Indoor Unit
i. The refrigerant circuit shall have one-shot couplings for liquid and gas inlets, a
capillary tube, a strainer and an evaporator coil.
ii. The evaporator coils shall be the multi-pass cross-finned tube type, equipped with
aluminum plate fins, mechanically bonded to seamless oxygen free copper tubes.
The fins shall be spaced at not more than 16 fins per 25.4 mm. The coil shall be
cleaned, dehydrated and tested for leakage at the factory.
iii. The unit must be provided with anti-vibration mountings external to the unit.
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v. The evaporator fan shall be forward curved, centrifugal type, statically and
dynamically balanced and directly driven by the motor. The fan motor shall be
permanently lubricated.
vi. The evaporator fan must be selected to operate quietly with no overloading of the
motor.
vii. The cabinet shall be constructed of finished steel, baked resin paint for a bottom
and top panel. Re-inforced plastic for side panels and front grilles are acceptable
as per manufacturers standard. The cabinet interior shall be fully insulated
thermally and acoustically and shall be guaranteed to prevent sweating in the
highly humid design conditions.
viii. The air filter shall be easily removable and shall be washable type. The thickness
shall be as recommended and supplied by the manufacturer.
x. Drain pan shall be factory provided, metallic, treated for corrosion resistance and
fully insulated at the bottom. The drain from the drain pan shall be connected to
the unit drain pipe.
Outdoor Unit
i. The outdoor unit shall be factory assembled, piped internally, pre-wired and shall
be designed to operate at outdoor ambient temperatures as high as 52 deg. C.
ii. The refrigerant circuit shall be composed of a gas inlet, one shot
coupling, a condenser coil and a liquid outlet one shot coupling.
iii. The condenser coil shall be the multi-pass, cross-finned type, equipped with
aluminium plate fins mechanically bonded to seamless oxygen free copper tubes.
The coil shall be cleaned, dehydrated and tested for leakage at the factory.
iv. The condenser fan shall be propeller type in all aluminum construction or FRP as
per manufacturers standard, statically and dynamically balanced and the fan shall
be directly driven by the motor for up flow or horizontal air discharge. The motor
shall be permanently lubricated and shall be protected form water invasion.
v. The unit shall contain a hermetic multi-cylinder reciprocating compressor from the
same manufacturer. The compressor shall be direct in-line type and equipped with
vibration proof rubber. The hermetic compressor shall be welded shell type and
spring suspended internally. The compressor shall be protected against a
breakdown by the mercury over current relay, pressure switch and an in-built
internal thermostat.
vi. The cabinet shall be constructed of steel, finished with baked synthetic resin paint.
The fan guard wire net shall be mounted on top or side of the unit.
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Unit Control
The indoor unit shall be equipped with an operation switch, fan speed selector switch
and a thermostat mounted on the remote control switch. The operation switch shall
have the function of OFF-FAN-COOL. The control switch shall be wired type or remote
type as approved by the Consultant or as shown in the drawing.
The operation control shall conform to manual starting, automatic continuous operation
whenever the thermostat requires and protection devices allow. The unit shall be
restarted by resetting the operation switch if any one of the protection devices trips.
The controls shall include high-low pressure switches, oil pressure protection switches
and thermal overload cut-out
Protection Devices
The magnetic switch box incorporated in the outdoor or indoor unit shall contain
magnetic contactor for all motors, including condenser fan motor, over current relays,
auxiliary relays and other safety devices as per manufacturers standard.
Operation Sequence
A rotary type switch on the remote control box manually selects the ventilating or
cooling operation. When the operation switch is set at 'FAN' the evaporator fan is
started. When the operation switch is set at 'COOL' and all electrical protective
devices are satisfied, the thermostat in the remote control box controls the compressor
operation.
Variable speed secondary pumping system shall be employed for this project.
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2. Sequence of operation
3. Shop drawing indicating dimensions, required clearances location and size of
each field connection.
4. Power and control wiring diagrams
5. System profile analysis including variable speed pump curve and system curve.
The analysis shall also include pump, motor and VFD efficiencies, job specific
load profile, staging points, horsepower and kilowatt/hour consumption.
6. Pump data sheets
QUALITY ASSURANCE
C. All functions of the variable speed pump control system shall be tested at the
factory prior to shipment. This test shall be conducted with motors connected to
VFD output and it shall test inputs, outputs and program execution specific to
this application.
F. Contractor shall comply with all sections of this specification relating to packaged
pumping systems. If no deviations are noted, the supplier or contract shall be
bound by these specifications.
Pumps shall be base mounted, directly connected to their motor through flexible
couplings.
Pump casings shall be cast iron with bronze or stainless steel impeller, stainless
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steel shaft, mechanical seal, flexible coupling and cast iron base.
Pump impellers and rotating assemblies shall be statically and dynamically balanced
at the factory
Pumps shall be selected to operate at the point of maximum efficiency and shall not
be selected under any circumstances at the end of its curve.
i. 100 mm. diameter suction and discharge pressure gauges, siphons and cocks.
v. Strainer on inlet.
a. Siemens (Germany)
b. ABB (Finland)
c. Emerson (USA)
Individual variable frequency drive with individual manual bypass (star delta) shall be
provided for each secondary/ tertiary pump.
1. The variable frequency drive(s) shall be pulse width modulation (PWM) type;
microprocessor controlled design, and shall be capable of operating in voltage
ranges of 380 to 460V AC, three-phase, at frequencies of 48 to 63 Hz.
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normal or manual bypass of the drive. The bypass includes two contactors. One
contactor is the bypass contactor that connects the motor directly to the
incoming power line in the event that the drive is out of service. The other is the
drive output contactor that disconnects the drive from the motor when the motor
is operating in the bypass mode. The drive output contactor and the bypass
contactor are electrically and mechanically interlocked to prevent "back feeding."
6. Insulated gate bipolar transistors shall be used in the inverter section to convert
fixed DC voltage to a three-phase, adjustable frequency, AC output.
9. The VFD shall be suitable for elevations to 1000m above sea level without
derating. Maximum operating ambient temperature shall not be less than 40
degrees C. VFD shall be suitable for operation in environments up to 95% non-
condensing humidity.
10. The VFD shall be capable of displaying the following information in plain English
via an alphanumeric display:
a. Output Frequency
b. Output Voltage
c. Motor Current
d. Kilowatts per hour
e. Fault identification with text
f. RPM
11. All VFDs and controllers shall be furnished by the pump vendor for unit
responsibility for successful system operation.
1. Siemens (Germany)
2. ABB (Finland)
3. Danfoss (France)
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connections. Unit shall be protected against radio frequency interference and shall
have a watertight (NEMA type 4) electrical enclosure with 1/2 NPT conduit
connection.
Contractor shall also include for the supply and installation of interlinking cable
between differential pressure transmitter and pump controller.
The pump logic controller assembly shall be listed by and bear the label of
Underwriters laboratory, Inc (UL) The controller shall meet Part 15 of FCC
regulations pertaining to Class A computing devices. The controller shall be
specifically designed for variable speed pumping applications.
The variable speed pump controller shall function to a proven program that
safeguards against damaging hydraulic conditions including:
a. Motor Overload
b. Pump Flow Surges
c. Hunting
End of Curve Protection: The pump logic controller through a factory pre-
programmed algorithm shall be capable of protecting the pumps from hydraulic
damage due to operation beyond their published end-of-curve. This feature requires
an optional flow meter for activation.
The pump logic controller shall be capable of staging and destaging pumps based
on an efficiency optimisation program to provide the lowest kw draw. This
optimisation program requires an optional flow meter, kw meter and system
differential pressure sensor for activation.
The pump logic controller shall be capable of accepting discrete analog inputs from
zone sensor/transmitters. Analog input resolution shall be 12 bit minimum, and the
controller shall scan each analog input a minimum of once every 100 milli seconds.
Use of a multiplexer for multiple sensor inputs is not acceptable. All
sensors/transmitter inputs shall be individually wired to the pump logic controller for
continuous scan and comparison function. All analog inputs shall be provided with
current limit circuitry to provide short circuit protection and safeguard against
incorrect wiring of sensors.
The pump logic controller will select analog input signal that deviates the greatest
amount from its set point. This selected signal will be used as the command
feedback input for a closed loop hydraulic stabilization function to minimize hunting.
The hydraulic stabilization program shall utilize a proportional integral derivative
control function. The proportional, integral and derivative values shall be user-
adjustable over an infinite range. The scan and compare rate that selects the
command set point and process variable signal shall be continuous and
automatically set for optimum performance. Each sensor shall be scanned at least
once every 100 milli seconds.
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The pump logic controller shall be self-prompting. All messages shall be displayed
in plain English. The following features shall be provided:
The variable speed pumping system shall be provided with a user-friendly operator
interface complete with membrane switches and numeric keypad. Display shall be
no less than four lines with each line capable of displaying up to twenty characters.
The human interface panel shall display the following values:
The logic controller shall incorporate a Flash Memory for saving and reloading
customized settings. These field determined values shall be permanently retained in
Flash memory for automatic reloading of the site specific setup values in the event
of data corruption due to external disturbances. The Controller shall also employ a
sensor setup copy feature.
The pump controller shall be capable of communicating with the Building Automation
System (BAS) by both hard-wired and serial communications. The following
communication features shall be provided to BAS in hardwired FORM VIA 4-20 ma
analog signals and digital outputs:
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The pressurization unit shall be an integrated unit, factory assembled and tested.
The pressurization unit shall incorporate a break tank, two make-up pumps (one
running, one standby), twin expansion vessels, associated pipe work and valves and
controls.
The twin expansion vessels shall each have a capacity as specified with a maximum
working pressure not exceeding 150 kPa.
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section includes:
1. Gasketed Plate Heat Exchangers and associated valves in the ETS room
shall be provided by the contractor.
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1.2 REFERENCES
1.3 SUBMITTALS
1. Submit product data for each heat exchanger. Furnish all necessary
references for each specification complied as per product specification.
2. Submit materials certificates for each heat exchanger
3. Submit sample pressure test certificate for offered model complying to
PED
D. Certification
1. Submit ISO 9001 Certificate
PART 2 PRODUCTS
In addition, units shall be sized with allowance for 10% extension for future addition
of plates
2.1.6 The design shall prevent intermixing and leakage of fluid to outside of unit.
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2.1.7 The units shall withstand the maximum 10bar on either hot or cold side with the
opposite side at 0 bar or as per schedule.
2.1.8 Units to be factory tested in accordance with PED code. Manufacturer to comply with
PED and mention compliance of the same on all data sheets.
a. Manufacturers name
b. Type of Unit
c. Serial No.
d. Year of manufacture
e. Fluid group
f. Inlet / Outlet connections
g. Volume
h. Design Pressure
i. Design temperature
j. Test Pressure
k. Test Pressure date
2.1.10 Provide factory sealed rigid reinforced covers for openings before and during
shipment from factory to job site.
2.2 Materials
2.2.1 Plates
a) One piece pressed type stainless steel AISI 316 plate, 0.5 mm thick and with 2B
finish and tapered gasket groove.
b) The plates shall not have holes for sealing of gasket
c) Each plate to have herringbone corrugations to optimize heat transfer with
nominal pressure losses.
d) The pressing depth of one plate should not exceed 2.5mm.
e) Design of plates to strictly follow countercurrent and parallel flow principle.
f) Design to allow for removal and replacement of single plate without removal of
the plate on either side.
g) Design shall prevent fluid intermixing and provide leakage to the outside of the
unit
h) Each plate should strictly have a built in five point alignment system to accurately
locate the plates in the frame assembly to prevent lateral plate movement under
pressure.
i) Plates shall be reinforced at the upper and lower mounting slots to prevent
bending hangers on the plate.
j) The maximum length of the plate should not exceed 2500mm.
k) Plates to be specifically manufactured in order to obtain design delta T.
2.2.2 Gasket
a) One piece, molded Nitrile Butyl Rubber (NBR) Clip / Clip AD / Tape ON gasket.
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b) Gaskets shall have relieving grooves to prevent intermixing of fluids and cause
leak to outside of unit.
c) The gaskets shall be locked into the groove by Clip / Clip AD / Tape On method.
d) The gaskets should not be used for locking of the plates before tightening.
2.2.3 Frame
a) The frame assembly should be bolted construction and not welded frame
assembly
b) The frame shall be carbon steel construction coated with two part blue paint.
c) The minimum thickness of the frame plate and pressure plate shall be as
mentioned in the schedule.
d) The moveable cover shall have only stainless steel material roller for ease of
movement without additional rigging or handling equipment.
e) Provide lifting lugs to allow lifting of entire units flooded weight.
f) Bolts shall be provided with rolled threads to reduce galling and minimum high
width hexagonal nuts to adequately distribute the load.
g) Critical bolts to strictly have ball bearing boxes.
h) Provide plastic covers over threaded rod extension for protection of threads
i) Connections to be studded port design.
j) The minimum thickness of the frame and pressure plates shall be as mentioned
in the schedule.
2.3 Accessories
2.3.1 Provide insulated galvanized, drainable drip trays beneath each chilled water heat
exchanger
2.3.2 Provide factory fabricated removable and reusable insulation cover for each heat
exchanger. The insulation cover shall be designed for easy removal and
replacement to facilitate cleaning, inspection and maintenance of plates.
2.3.3 Provide stainless steel suitcase type latches to facilitate assembly and disassembly
of the insulation pieces.
2.3.4 The insulation panel shall be 1mm Allustucco 3s 3/4h exterior plating, 60mm
polyurethane foam insulation, 0.05mm Aluminum foil inside layer and 20mm
Armaflex lining at the bolt holes.
2.4 Manufacturers
2.4.2 Manufacturer to confirm location in Middle East of fully established service center
with reconditioning and regasketing facility. The manufacturer shall confirm 24 hours
service availability to attend faults at project site by factory-trained engineer.
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2.4.3 References of service jobs carried out in the Middle East to be provided by the
supplier detailing the list of client served.
2.4.4 Manufacturer to confirm that all the units manufactured are as per PED code.
2.4.6 Supplier to furnish references for a minimum of three installation in Middle East for
similar operating temperatures and pressure. The installation should be in operation
for at least two years from the date of commissioning.
2.4.7 The manufacturer to confirm availability locally in the Middle East of all essential
spare parts for the plate heat exchanger proposed.
2.4.8 The supplier to confirm presence of manufacturers factory trained and qualified
service engineer to assist in installation and carry out commissioning at site.
22.2.09 BASE MOUNTED TREATED FRESH AIR HANDLING UNIT WITH RECOVERY HEAT
UNIT
General
The roof mounted TFAHU shall be modular in construction and shall have sections
and capacity as per the schedule. The Sizes and connections of the units shall be
selected to fit into the spaces available without affecting the architectural integrity of
the building. Manufacturers of the TFAHU shall have ISO 9001 certification and
EUROVENT certification.
Casing
The unit casing shall be of double skinned panels. Casing shall be assembled with
self supporting modular panels with an integrated base frame made of aluminium
and section along upper sides of units. Sheet metal thickness shall be 1.0 mm. for
the inner skin and 1.0 mm. for the outer skin and made from zinc coated steel
sheets. Outside of the outer skin shall be plastic coated to a thickness of 0.2 mm. for
additional protection. Inside and outside of the panel wall shall be completely
smooth. Overall heat transmittance shall not exceed k = 0.59 w/mk.
All casing panels shall be insulated by fibre glass layer of 50 mm. thickness,48
Kg/cu.m density.
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The base frame of the unit shall be made from hot dipped galvanized U-profile.
Service doors shall be provided with special gaskets and locking device. Access
doors 400 mm. and larger shall be provided with hinges and handles for external
and internal opening. Sealant between panels shall be an anti fungicide sealant
material.
AHU manufacturer shall ensure that panel construction shall be without any thermal
bridges and shall guarantee that no condensation shall take place on the exterior of
the panels.
Fan Section
Fan shall be double inlet double width aerofoil backward curved centrifugal type. The
blades shall be made of galvanized steel. Centrifugal fans shall be statically and
dynamically balanced at the factory as complete fan assembly. (Fan wheel, shaft
motor, drive and belts).
Fans and shaft shall operate well below their critical speeds. If any out of balance is
apparent on the site, the Engineer reserves the right to request new factory supplied
units to be provided until satisfactory balance is demonstrated.
Fan bearing shall be lubricated type with extended Lube lines to terminate outside
the fan section. The bearing shall be selected for life of 100,000 hours of operation.
TFAHU fan and motor drive shall be oversized by at least 20% and shall be fitted
with adjustable belt tension arrangement.
The air-handling unit shall have internal vibration isolation system by mounting fan,
motor and drive assembly on rubber isolators. The fan discharge shall be connected
to the air-handling unit casing through canvas connection to prevent vibration
transfer.
Motor and fan assembly shall be mounted on a common galvanized steel base
frame with an easily adjustable motor slide rail. Motors shall be totally enclosed, foot
mounted, fan cooled IP54 with class F insulation.
Coil Section
Cooling coils shall be of cartridge type mounted on Aluminium slide rails for easy
resolvability. The number of fins shall be fixed at 12FPI to optimize performance
requirements. Coil casing shall be 1.5 mm thick galvanized steel with drain holes on
the bottom channels to ensure condensate drainage. Coil tubes shall be heavy
gauge copper mechanically expanded into aluminium plate fins. All joints shall be
silver brazed. Coils shall be designed to utilize the full available unit cross section
area and mounted on slide rail to allow for easy removal when required. Coils shall
be proof tested at 26 bar (375 psig) and leak tested at 17 bar (250 psig). Coil
performance shall be rated in accordance with ARI Standard 410.
Cooling coil shall be provided with corrosion protective coating and guaranteed for
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Drain pans shall be stainless steel either integrated in the insulated base or placed
under the coil within the coil section; drain pans shall be sloped and shall have drain
connection to the service side.
Rotary Exchanger
The rotary wheels shall be of ion adsorbtion type recovery system. The heat wheel
shall be suitable for both sensible and latent recovery. The exchanger shall be made
of a rotor (400-500mm thick) installed on shaft with bearings. The rotor filling shall be
a spiral built of two alternating layers of flat and corrugated aluminium sheets
0.07mm thick creating ducts of hydraulic diameter D=1.6mm. The rotary speed drive
system is variable enabling max. exchanger efficiency and regulation of energy
recovery level.
The rotary exchanger shall be equipped with a purge sector, to reduce the
penetration of exhaust air to the supply air to minimum. Brush seals shall be placed
on the rotors perimeter and the dividing line to provide additional protection\ against
air leakages.
Filter Section
50 mm. thick aluminium frame permanent washable filter made of many layer of
coffered metal mesh ( aluminium ) flat filter having average filtration efficiency 70%,
recommended filter replacement p = 200 pa , filter class B acc. EN 1886.
TFAHUs shall have an additional bag filter section. Bag filter media shall have
minimum dust spot efficiency of 55% as determined by opacimetric method.
TFAHU shall be equipped with dehumidifier Heat Pipes, to pre-cool the fresh air and
re-heat the supply air in a wrap around configuration around the main cooling coil.
The pre-cool section shall be located immediately before the cooling coil and the re-
heat section immediately after. Both the sections shall be integral to the equipment
cabinet and shall be installed at the AHU factory.
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The interconnecting piping between the heat pipe sections shall have necessary
slope to claim the refrigerant back through gravity and it shall be located at the
opposite side from chilled water / DX connections and enclosed within a rigid frame.
The Heat Pipe shall be constructed of Copper tubes with continuous plate type fins,
carried within rigid framework. The tubes shall be of solid drawn Copper, shall
provide enhanced heat transfer and permanently expanded into the fin collars to
form a rigid continuous contact under all operating conditions. Wall thickness shall
be a minimum of 0.35 mm. The tube pattern shall be staggered equilateral design,
and the number of rows shall be selected to provide the required performance.
The fin surface shall be of Aluminium of thickness 0.15 mm and shall be designed to
produce maximum heat transfer efficiency for heat pipe applications. Fin density
shall be as specified to provide the required performance.
The tube endplates, side plates and other associated framework elements shall be
in 1.6 mm thick Galvanized sheet steel.
The Heat pipe shall be individually pre-charged with Heat Transfer fluid (R-22 / R-
134 a), hermetically sealed and tested. The heat transfer fluid shall be classified as
safety group A1 in BSR / ASHRAE Std. 15-1989 R.
The Heat Pipe unit shall provide maximum possible pre-cool and re-heat capacity as
can be achieved and the same shall be guaranteed.
The number of rows and fins spacing shall be selected at the design ambient
conditions to achieve the most optimum performance of heat pipe throughout the
year.
Performance shall be verifiable to ENV 1216 and shall be evaluated and certified by
independent authority.
Installation: The dimension of AHU shall have provision for inclusion of the
horseshoe unit interconnecting pipe work section around the cooling coil and there
shall be no air bypass within the cabinet, with proper sealing to make good
installation.
All AHUs shall have 32mm thick multi layer neoprene pads ( provided that the
internal fan has its own factory mounted vibration isolation springs). If fans are not
supplied with spring isolators, then the whole unit shall be installed on spring
vibration isolators of at least 1 deflection .See elsewhere for details.
General
The Chilled Water fan coil unit shall be of size / type suitable for installation in the
space provided and have district cooling compatibility and capacity as indicated in
the fan coil unit schedule. Special attention is drawn to the low noise requirements of
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the units.
Description
The fan coil unit shall be completely factory built and assembled and shall be
installed at high level as indicated on the drawings. The cabinet shall be fabricated
of continuous galvanized steel and finished in dried enamel. The panels shall be
easily removable and shall be insulated with thick sprayed polyurethane foam or
1 thick fibre glass insulation with neoprene coating. The base of the cabinet shall
also be galvanized steel. All the panels shall be provided with gaskets in order to
avoid any air leakage from the sides.
Fans shall be forward curved, double width, double inlet, centrifugal type, statically
and dynamically balanced and mounted on a steel shaft. Fans shall have
permanently lubricated, self aligning ball bearings. Fan wheel and housing are to be
of galvanized steel.
The motor shall be of the totally enclosed type for protection against dust and
external particles suitable for operation on 240V, single phase, 50Hz, A.C. supply.
The motor shall be fitted with life lubricated bearings having three speed and
complete with thermal overload protection. All units shall be provided with OFF-HI-
MED-LOW fan speed switch (remote) and air vent.
The cooling coils shall be staggered tube type constructed of seamless copper tubes
expanded into aluminum fins and shall be factory tested at 125psig air pressure. The
coils shall be suitable for the duty requirements as specified in the schedule and
shall be minimum 3 rows deep. The coil face velocity shall not exceed 2.5m/sec. The
cooling coils shall be completely drainable type.
The drain pan shall be fabricated of stainless steel insulated with closed cell
insulation and sealed with mastic for maximum protection against corrosion and
sweating.
The back side of the panel shall have a filter frame with bottom filter access. The
filter shall be washable type having thickness as recommended by the manufacturer.
All Fan coil units shall be manufactured and selected basing on 8.9 C temperature
difference on the water side. Any modification to the air quantities and
consequently on the duct work sizes shall be accounted for in the contractor
tender price
All plant and supports shall be isolated from the building structure and the supports
isolated from other items of equipment in such a manner that noise and vibration are
not transmitted through the structure.
The spring mounts shall consist of cast metal telescopic housings with resilient
inserts as guides between the top and bottom housings. The mounts shall
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incorporate built-in leveling arrangement. The bottom plate of the mount shall be
fitted with 6 mm. thick synthetic rubber pad to reduce transmission of high frequency
noise and vibrations. The metal casing and the springs shall be powder coated for
protection against corrosion. The springs shall be color coded to facilitate
identification.
Chilled water pump sets shall be installed over inertia blocks made out of reinforced
concrete or concrete-filled welded steel framework. The weight of the inertia block
shall be at least 1.5 times the total working weight of the pump sets. The inertia
blocks shall be mounted over cased spring mounts, as described above, with
minimum 25 mm. deflection. Protruding steel lugs/brackets or recesses shall be
provided in the inertia base to facilitate installation of spring mounts.
Roof mounted air handling units shall have anti-vibration mountings in the following
form:
Multi-layer rubber pads with square grid convolutions on both sides, spaced with
steel shims and of a thickness to suit the points of uniform loading of the plant item,
but of a minimum thickness of 32 mm. spaced not more than 750 to 1000 mm apart.
Fan-coil units and inline fans shall be provided with spring type anti-vibration
hangers having steel frame and helical compression type springs with minimum
25mm deflection.
The springs shall be located within synthetic rubber cups to reduce transmission of
high frequency noise and vibrations. The rubber cup shall be complete with
embedded load distribution steel plate and with projection bush to prevent metal to
metal contact. The metal frame and the springs shall be powder coated for
protection against corrosion. The springs shall be colour coded to facilitate
identification.
roof mounted centrifugal and axial fans shall be installed on cased spring mounts as
described above with minimum 25mm. deflection. The mounts shall be installed
under the combined fan-motor frame.
All piping connected to isolated equipment and pipes within mechanical rooms shall
be suspended from spring type anti-vibration hangers as described above for at
least first three points of support on all sides of the equipment. Pipes running at low
level shall be mounted on cased spring mounts. The spring hangers and mounts
used for supporting pipes shall have minimum 25 mm deflection.
Structural columns or vertical steel pipes used as supports for water pipes shall have
extended base plates that rest on rubber pads of adequate load bearing capacity.
Suitable rubber grommets shall be provided to avoid contact between the base
plates and the fixing bolts.
The ratings of anti-vibration mounts and hangers shall suit the load distribution data
furnished by the equipment manufacturer with adequate margin of safety for weights
of water and accessories/fittings connected to the equipment. The vibration
isolators shall be installed in accordance with the makers recommendations. The
Mechanical Contractor shall ensure that the performance of isolators is suitable for
the machinery to be installed. All anti-vibration mounts and hangers shall be subject
to the Engineers approval.
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i) General
Low velocity ductwork and fittings shall be manufactured and installed in accordance
with specification DW142 issued by the HVCA/ASHRAE Standards except where
specified hereunder to the contrary.
The Works Contractor shall supply and install all the ductwork, sheet metal,
supports, dampers, grilles, diffusers and auxiliaries, as required to complete the
various ventilation and air conditioning system. The installation shall be as shown on
the Drawings, but the Works Contractor must include for checking site dimension.
All supply, return and exhaust air ducts, support members and fittings shall be
constructed from new high quality galvanized mild steel sheet and shall conform to
the requirements of HVCA, including ASHRAE Standards.
All ductwork shall be manufactured and erected by ductwork specialists and shall be
installed to run parallel with the building structure and provide a neat arrangement.
The ductwork shall be true in section and continuous with air-tight joints, presenting
a smooth surface on the inside and neatly finished on the outside. Internal
roughness or obstruction to air flow, and sharp edges or corners on the outside of
ducts. Fittings or supports will not be accepted.
Variations in direction and in the shape of ductwork shall be effected with easy
changes to the airflow. The slope of either a change in shape, a contraction or an
expansion shall not exceed 22.5 degrees on any side.
All square bends shall be fitted with turnings vanes of proprietary manufacture.
Flanged duct joints shall be used for all circular ducts of diameters 600 mm or
greater, and all rectangular ducts having any dimension equal or greater than
800mm.
All duct joints shall be made air-tight incorporating pop-riveted seams, approved
sealants, gaskets and finished tapes. All excess sealant must be removed before
tape is applied.
Rectangular ducts having any dimension equal or greater than 400mm shall be
externally stiffened all around the duct.
Ductwork test holes shall be provided at air handling units (positioned in a straight
section of duct near to the fan discharge) and in all main branch ducts with two or
more terminals served from the branch. Test holes shall be 25 mm diameter,
suitably strengthened and fitted with an effective removable seal.
Open ends of ducts shall be covered during erection with plastic sheeting to prevent
ingress of dust and rubbish.
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Where damage (or rusting) has occurred on galvanized ductwork, the affected
section shall be made good by preparing, cleaning and painting with two coats of
zinc rich paint and an approved finishing paint. Where damage, in the Engineers
opinion, cannot be made good, then a new section of ductwork shall be provided at
no cost to the contract.
All ductwork supports and hangers shall be painted with two coats of zinc rich paint.
The steelwork supports at roof level shall be provided by the Works Contractor and
shall be painted with two coats of black bitu mastic paint.
All ductwork supports and hangers shall be of the angle iron and drop rod type or
other approved suspension systems:
2. Vertical drop rods or angle support members shall be positioned as close to the
edge of the duct as possible, but not touching it. The supports shall be outside
any insulation, vapor sealing or other finish.
4. Maximum support center shall be 2.4m for any horizontal or vertical ducts and
1.2m for large horizontal ducts whose cross section area exceeds 3 sq.m. On no
accounts shall angles, used for ductwork stiffening, or joints be used as part of
the supports.
5. No ceilings, light fittings or any other equipment shall be supported from the
ductwork or the ductwork supports.
ii) Materials
This specification shall apply to ductwork and fittings made from hot dip galvanized
sheet or coil to BS 2989 Grade Z2 Coating type C. Should this material not be
available the following alternative are acceptable:
1. Hot dip galvanized sheet or coil to BS 2989 Grade Z2 or Z3 with iron-zinc alloy
coating type IZ.100 or IZ.180 or equal.
2. Cold rolled sheet or coil to BS 1449, Grade CR4 having a zinc coating applied by
electric plating. (Coating thickness 2.5 microns or equal).
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iii) Construction
a) General
b) Sheet thickness
Minimum sheet thickness is 0.6mm. The sheet thickness for various dimensions
shall confirm to DW 142.
c) Longitudinal Seams
Sealant shall be used with all longitudinal seams irrespective of the pressure
class.
All connections to air handling units and sound attenuators if any shall be made with
mating flanges to suit the plant items as delivered to site, and shall be made air-tight
with suitable gaskets and washers such that they may readily be removed.
Flexible connections shall be fitted to the suction and discharge of all fans and air
handling equipment.
The minimum metal thickness shall be 0.6 mm. In all cases the larger dimensions
and/or pressure classification shall determine the sheet thickness and stiffening.
ii) Stiffeners
The flat side of fittings shall be stiffened in accordance with the construction. On the
flat sides of bends, stiffeners shall be arranged in a radial pattern, with the spacing
measured along the center line of the bend.
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iii) Splitters
Splitters shall be attached to the duct by bolts or mechanically closed rivets at 100
mm maximum spacing.
Square bends shall be fitted with turning vanes, which shall be securely attached at
each end either to the duct or to internal runners, and the runners fastened to the
duct by mechanically closed rivets or bolts at 150 mm maximum spacing.
For single skin vanes, the maximum length between support shall be 615 mm and
for double skin vanes the maximum length between supports shall be 1250mm.
v) Twin Bends
Turning vanes in twin bends in which the width of the straight section and branch
differ shall be set so that the leading and the trailing edges of the turning vanes are
parallel to the duct vanes.
vi) Branches
A branch should be taken off a straight section of duct, not off a taper. Connection of
branch to duct shall be cleats, rivets or bolts, and sealant shall be used between
ducts and branch.
a) Access panels or doors shall be provided in supply, return and exhaust air
ductwork, false ceiling and builders work shafts, as required to facilitate the
routine inspection, maintenance, cleaning and adjustment of air conditioning and
ventilation equipment.
b) Access panels and doors shall be air-tight when closed, with compressible
rubber gaskets around the entire perimeter, and shall generally be of the hinged
type.
c) Where space limitation preclude the use of hinges, access doors shall be fixed
with a minimum of four heavy window type latches.
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d) For insulated ducts, all access doors shall be of double panel insulated
construction, with the insulation thickness matching that of the surrounding
ducts. For un insulated ducts, access doors may be of single panel construction.
All duct access doors shall be mounted in their own separate frames.
i) General
Ductwork shall be supported by means of mild steel angle section with spacing
between supports not exceeding 2.4 M and projecting 100 mm on either sides to
allow for proper insulation.
Contractor to ensure that the device meets the requirements, with sufficient margin
of overload and that it is installed in accordance with the manufacturers
recommendations.
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a) The choice of the lower support shall be dictated by the actual duct section.
c) All structural support profiles and plates shall be hot dip galvanized 50 microns
minimum to BS 729, plus an approved anti-rust grey paint suitable for exposed
atmospheric conditions.
a) The design of support for vertical ducts is dictated by site conditions, and they
are often located to coincide with the individual floor slabs.
b) Vertical ducts should be supported from the stiffening angle of the angle frame,
or by separate supporting angles fixed on the duct.
PROTECTIVE FINISHES
i) Metal Spraying
Zinc or aluminum spraying shall be to BS 2569 Part 1 (1964) and used only for
remedial works.
ii) Paints
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Ducts made from conventional sheet or coil, do not require further protection
when located inside a buildings. When located outside the building, one coat of
each primer or one coat of calcium plumbate primer shall be applied together
with a suitable finishing coat.
d) Supporting Members
All external equipment, ductwork, support frames and brackets are to be finished
with one undercoat and one top coat.
All duct penetrations of walls, floor and roofs shall be provided with sleeves of length
equal to the full thickness of the structure. In concrete walls or slabs, the sleeves
shall be galvanized steel of minimum thickness 1.0 mm. In block walls, the openings
larger than a hollow block shall be supported by a lintel
Each sleeve shall be sized to allow a 12 mm clearance around the duct and any
required insulation/finish. It shall be built into the structure using mortar.
Subsequently the gap between the duct/insulation and sleeve shall be sealed with
mastic.
All joints between mating flanges, companion rings and wooden frames shall be
fitted with sealing gaskets.
Where ductwork is connected to outside louvers, the bottom inside portion of the
ductwork should be sloped to drain outside. The inside surfaces of the duct shall
also be treated for external exposure for a distance equal to the height of the louver
connection, or to the nearest plant item.
22.2.13 DAMPERS
Volumes control dampers shall be placed in ducts at every branch supply or return air
duct connection whether or not indicated on the drawings for the proper volume control
and balancing of the system.
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The dampers shall have sturdy corrosion resistant construction. All dampers shall
have multi-leaf double skin, aerofoil section, opposed action blades. Individual
blades should not exceed 1200 mm. in length or 175 mm. in width. Double skin
blades shall be made out of 22 gauge galvanized steel sheet with seamed edges.
Dampers frames shall be galvanized made out of steel sheet. The thickness shall
be 18 G for max duct width of 900 mm. & 16 G for duct sizes of width exceeding 900
mm. Blade ends shall be gasketed to minimize air leakage.
Damper quadrants shall be of cast metal construction, marked OPEN and SHUT in
raised letters. Single blade dampers with single skin blade section may be used for
damper sizes upto 300x150 mm. Single skin blades shall be fabricated from 18
gauge galvanized steel sheet.
The control linkage shall be outside the air stream. Clear airflow area equal to the
duct size shall be maintained within the damper frame. Maximum clearance
between the blades and the frame shall be limited to 3 mm. Indication of damper
blade position shall be provided.
b) Splitter Dampers
At each point of division in a supply duct, where a branch is taken off a trunk, an
adjustment, splitter or deflecting damper shall be fitted two gauge heavier than the
duct, with operating rod and locking quadrant. These deflecting dampers shall be
permanently set and locked in position after completion of the installation and
adjustment with length extending through the duct to externally mounted bearing
plates.
Non return dampers shall be manufactured similar to duct dampers but shall
incorporate additionally, felt rubber or neoprene strips on long edges of blades to
ensure positive shut off and quiet closure.
Dampers on fresh air inlets shall be similar edged to prevent ingress of dust and
sand particles.
d) Fire Dampers
Fire dampers with fusible links shall be fixed in ducts at all floor crossings, wall
crossings of kitchen and crossings of fire rated walls, irrespective of it being shown on
the drawings or not.
The steel blades of the damper curtain shall fold completely upon themselves and
be stacked at one end of the damper outside the air stream. The dampers shall be
arranged for vertical or horizontal operation as detailed on the drawings.
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Each access door shall be of a minimum size of 250x250 mm. or full duct width on
ducts of less than 450 mm. For larger ducts, the access door shall be minimum of
450 X 450 size, unless otherwise stated. The sheet thickness shall be at least equal
to the duct thickness.
The fresh air intake shall be fitted with external louvers, sand trap louvers, opposed
blade volume control damper, aluminium insect wire mesh and bird screen and filter
as indicated on the drawings.
Filter media thickness shall not be less than 45 mm and shall be washable metallic
filter.
Louvers shall be with extruded aluminium frame and with aluminium blades of not
less than 2mm thick. Louvers shall have powder coated finish as approved by
Architect.
Sand louvers shall have double deflection sand passage with separation efficiency of
not less than 80% on 20-200 micron test dust and 50% on 1-70 micron test dust.
Sand louvers shall be of aluminium sections with 2mm thick casing and 1.6mm thick
blades. The base of the louver shall have self-emptying sand holes.
Where exposed to view, Sand louver shall have powder coated finish as per
Architect approval.
22.2.15 FILTERS
General
1. Filters shall operate to at least the efficiencies specified elsewhere and not less
than 75% average synthetic dust weight or resistance in accordance with
ASHRAE Standard 52-68.
2. Filters shall be complete with holding frames sufficiently robust to ensure that no
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4. Filters shall be arranged so that there is easy access for cleaning and/or
removal.
5. A differential pressure gauge of the dial type or incline manometer type shall be
provided for each filter bank and shall be fixed in such a position outside the
AHU system that it is accessible and easily read. The gauge shall be marked to
show maximum differential indicating a filter change requirement.
6. Filters shall also have a differential pressure switch installed when the system is
to be monitored by a BMS system. The differential switch shall be calibrated to
operate indicating a filter change requirement.
7. The air velocity through filters shall be such that the clean resistance as
indicated is not exceeded and that the filter fabric is not carried over into the
system.
1. The filter shall be of the flat panel type continued in galvanized steel front or side
removal frame.
2. Each cell shall comprise a pad of glass fibre or synthetic fabric filter media, 50
mm thick and retained within a rigid frame.
3. The filters shall have an efficiency of not less than 92 % based on test specified
in BS 2831 with test dust No. 2.
4. The maximum face velocity shall be 2.5 m/s.
5. The initial pressure drop shall not exceed 70 Pa.
6. Sufficient spare cells shall be provided to replace all of the filter bank.
Bag Filters
1. The filter shall comprise of one or more 600 x 600 mm filter bag modules fitted
into a purpose made galvanized steel side or front withdrawal frame.
2. Each module shall comprise a minimum of four separate bags bonded or clipped
into a galvanized steel header.
3. The bags shall have a minimum length of 600 mm.
4. The medium shall be of a fine multi-layer type with high mechanical strength.
5. The maximum initial resistance shall not exceed 100 Pa.
6. Fitters of this type shall have an efficiently of not less than 99.6 % based on the
tests specified in BS 2831 with test dust No. 2.
7. One complete set of spare bags shall be supplied.
Prior to commissioning and testing the plants, the Contractor shall supply and install
temporary fresh air inlet filters of the throwaway type. Once the system is clean as
approved by the Engineer, the Contractor shall remove and replace them with
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Flame proof flexible shall be fitted on all intake and discharge connections of fans
and air conditioning units for preventing the transmission of vibration through the
ducts to occupied spaces.
Flexible connections shall also be provided where ductwork passes across building
expansion joints.
The material shall have a penetration time of at least fifteen minutes when tested in
accordance with BS 476 and shall remain flexible and without strain or distortion.
The fabric in flexible connections shall be 150 mm minimum and 250 mm maximum
in width.
1. Flexible ductwork shall be manufactured with a two ply aluminium inner core,
surrounded by 25 mm thickness of 24 kg/m3 density fibre glass, all wrapped in a
reinforced aluminium outer jacket. The overall K-factor shall be less than 0.23
Btu. /hr. deg. Ft. Ductwork shall meet the standards of NFPA 90A, and be UL
listed or to meet BS 476 and BS 413.
5. Flexible ducts shall be supported at their mid sections if length exceeds 500mm
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SOUND ATTENUATORS
The supply and return air ductworks shall be attenuated to limit the noise level to the
values specified in the design criteria. The method of fabrication and supporting
ducts should be such as to avoid generation of noise because of air movements or
drumming of sheet metal.
The silencers shall be provided in the supply air ducts as shown on tender drawings.
The silencers shall be constructed and tested according to BS 4718 for dynamic
insertion loss, self generated noise and aerodynamic performance.
The silencers shall be complete with flanges to facilitate their removal for inspection.
Externally, the silencers shall be insulated in the same manner as the adjoining air
ducting. The contractor shall carry out sound absorption calculations with respect to
the characteristics and the duct system to ensure the proper selection of silencers.
ACOUSTIC LINER
Acoustic liner for duct work of fan coil units shall be made up of black, strong,
durable, dimensionally stable woven glass fabric with zero fiber migration of 25 mm
thickness and 48 kg /m3 density ,having NRC=1,up to a length of 3.0 meter from the
face of the unit.
General
Ceiling Diffusers
Air terminals shall be tested and rated as per ADC test codes and ASHRAE
standard.
Ceiling diffusers shall be of square neck pattern, with a removable core assembly,
suitable for a quiet draftless air distribution. Diffusers shall be of extruded aluminium
construction and of arctic white baked epoxy powder coat finish as standard.
However, the finish shall be subject to the final approval of architect / owner. All
diffusers shall have precisely mitered corners mechanically fastened for tight,
invisible joints.
All supply air directional diffusers shall have an integral opposed blade volume
damper to permit equal return distribution of air over the entire face of the diffuser. It
shall be possible to adjust the volume damper from below, without having to remove
the core or any other part of the diffuser.
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All supply air terminals shall be complete with compressible rubber gaskets at the
flanges to prevent air leakage.
Linear Diffusers
Linear diffusers shall consist of extruded aluminium outer frames, removable snap-in
inner assemblies and where ceiling mounting frames are called for, they shall be of
extruded aluminium. Where sectional adjoining continuous units are installed, outer
frames and/or ceiling mounting frames shall be supplied with concealed alignment
strips between sections.
Outer frame styles, for either surface or flush to ceiling mounting, shall be furnished
to suit the type of ceiling construction. Concealed brackets, accessible by removal of
inner assemblies and inner vanes, shall be provided for mounting the outer frames
to ceiling mounting frames or the plenum ducts without any visible mounting screws.
Each diffuser slot shall have a snap-in, pattern and flow control assembly consisting
of a fixed deflecting vane and two adjustable air-flow control vanes accessible from
face of diffusers.
By adjustment of one or both flow control vanes, it shall be possible to obtain a
horizontal, or vertical, discharge air pattern, or to blank-off inactive sections.
Horizontal pattern of air-flow may be changed 180 deg. regardless of diffuser
mounting orientation, simply by adjusting the flow control vanes. The physical
appearance of the face of the diffuser shall not be changed regardless of air pattern
or flow control adjustment. Equalizing deflectors of snap-on type, may be supplied
for field installation, for lateral control of air pattern at 90 deg. to the axis of
continuous runs of units, or for spread pattern control of single units, as required.
They shall be adjustable from diffuser face by removal of inner assembly. Volume
control dampers for system balancing shall be installed, as required by the sheet
metal contractor in the branch supply ducts to plenum.
Air terminals shall be tested and rated as per ADC test codes and ASHRAE
standard.
Air terminals shall be tested and rated as per ADC test codes and ASHRAE
standard.
Air grillers of approved make, type and model shall be with sizes as indicated on the
drawings. They hall be of extruded aluminium construction with sponge rubber
gasket behind the frames and nylon bushings at the blades connection to the frame.
The Engineer prior to ordering must approve a sample of all air devices. In view of
the interior finishes, the architect/engineer shall approve the colour of all the air
devices.
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Supply and return air registers shall have individually adjustable horizontal front
blades, vertical rear blades and shall be equipped with opposed blade dampers
Exhaust air registers shall be single defection fixed horizontal blades and be
equipped with opposed blade volume control damper.
Door Grilles
Door grilles shall be of the inverted B-Blades type not permitting vision through the
grille blades not more than 12mm apart. Minimum free area shall be at least 60%.
Louver shall be of the adjustable width double frame type with a frame each side of
the door. Door grilles shall be fitted where indicated on the Drawings. Door grilles
shall be with extruded Aluminium frame and Aluminium blades.
22.2.20 FANS
Extract fan shall be of the propeller type suitable for wall mounting .
The fan construction shall be of moulded plastic, unobtrusive with flush inner and
outer grille .
Motors shall be of the shaded pole induction type enclosed in a aluminium alloy case
and protected by a thermal overload cutout.
The motor bearings shall be self alignment sealed for life type .
The fans shall be provided with a solenoid operated backdraught shutters . the
solenoid shall open and close the backdraught damper silently as the fan is switched
ON or OFF.
The fan unit shall comprise of a duplicate fan assembly complete with motors and
drives mounted on a heavy duty unit base plate by anti-vibration mountings. The
fans shall be direct driven with double inlet forward curved centrifugal impellers
running on two life-long lubricated bearings. The fan unit shall be fitted with
automatic shutters to prevent air re circulation through standby fan and blow back
when not in use.
The fan unit electric motor shall be manufactured in accordance with BS 5000 and
be of the shaded pole or capacitor start and run type suitable for an electrical supply
of 415 volts, 3 phase, 50 Hz and capable of operating in ambient conditions as
described earlier.
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The fan unit shall have air operated flow switches fitted, arranged to change over to
the standby fan in the event of the selected fan failing and also to provide a fault
signal.
The fan unit shall be pre wired with switches and isolators to a single terminal box on
the casing. The unit casing shall be constructed from aluminium alloy with centrally
positioned inlet spigot and access panel to allow ease of service.
Twin fans shall be acoustically lined and suitable for mounting on roof /inline ,and
auto change-over panels with duty sharing feature shall be provided at an accessible
location.
Flange safety vibration isolators are oversized to accommodate the added heat and
weight. Unit has heat baffle to reduce motor compartment temp. Unit shall have dual
belt and pulley system.
All fans shall bear AMCA certified ratings seal for sound and air performance.
Circular axial flow fan shall be inline as specified in the schedule of equipment.
Vane axial fans shall be belt driven, Arrangement 9, with the motor attached to the
exterior of the fan housing on an adjustable base. Fan housing shall be fabricated
from heavy gauge steel with prepunched flanges at both ends. A minimum of seven
heavy gauge straightening vanes shall be welded to the fan housing downstream
from the rotor.
Turned, precision ground and polished steel shafts shall be sized so the first critical
speed is at least 25% over the maximum operating speed. Close tolerances shall be
maintained where the shaft makes contact with the bearing.
Bearings shall be selected for a minimum life (L-10) of 40,000 hours at maximum
operating speed and horsepower for each construction level.
Rotor blades and hub shall be heat treated cast aluminum alloy A356-T6 with blade
bases and hub sockets precision machined. Blades shall be attached to the hub with
steel studs and self-locking nuts. Hub shall be positively secured with a steel taper
lock bushing keyed to the fan shaft.
Rotor blade pitch shall be manually adjustable within horsepower limitations. A blade
tip angle scale shall be machined into the base of the master blade and indexed to
the hub. All blades shall be adjustable to align with the master blade pitch setting.
Fans with a sound trap required shall meet the additional requirements: Construction
shall be double walled with two inches of sound absorbing material between the
walls. The inner wall shall be constructed of perforated steel. Air performance ratings
shall be equal to equivalent size fans with a single wall housing. Each assembled fan
shall be test run at the factory at the specified fan RPM and vibration signatures shall
be taken on each bearing in the horizontal, vertical, and axial direction. The
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maximum allowable fan vibration shall be 0.079 in./sec peak velocity, filter-in reading
as measured at the fan RPM.
Axial flow fans shall be of fire resistant construction rated at 3000C for 2 hours.
The fans shall be complete with spring type anti vibration mounting, mounting
brackets, matching flange, high temp flexible connector etc.
Roof mounted axial fan shall be belt driven with fabricated airfoil propellers. Fan
housing shall be constructed of continuously welded aluminum to assure no
air leakage. Fan incorporates a universal mounting system to allow for field
transitions from horizontal base mount, horizontal ceiling hung, vertical base mount,
or vertical ceiling hung configurations. The housing, bearing support, and motor
base shall be constructed of structural steel members to prevent vibration and
rigidly support the shaft and bearings. All structural steel parts shall be coated with
Permatector, an electrostatically applied thermosetting polyester urethane.
Minimum dry film thickness to be 1.5 mils.
Turned, precision ground and polished steel shafts shall be sized so the first critical
speed is at least 25% over the maximum operating speed. Close tolerances shall
be maintained where the shaft makes contact with the bearing. Bearings shall be
cast iron pillow block, grease lubricated, and self-aligning. Bearings shall be Air
Handling quality tested for reduced swivel torque, bore size, noise, and vibration.
Bearings shall be selected for a minimum life (L-10) of 80,000 hours in
horizontal applications or (L- 10) of 40,000 hours in vertical applications at maximum
operating speed and horsepower for each construction level. Propeller construction
shall be fabricated airfoil design and made out of painted steel, aluminum, or
stainless steel. Blade gussets shall be die formed and welded to blade stem.
Propellers shall be statically and dynamically balanced. All fans shall bear the
AMCA Certified Ratings Seal for sound and air performance.
* For high temperature applications, insert the appropriate specification here. High
temperature specifications are shown below.
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The air flow rate is in accordance with current building regulations in force, i.e.
Building regulations approved document F and as specified in the schedule of
drawings.
2. System Operation
Under Normal ventilation conditions and to comply with regulations F air will be
drawn into the car park from the ramp complemented by a supply fan and pushed
around the area and towards the extract point where 2 No. main fans would be
located. Under Normal Conditions, one main extract fan will operate at low speed,
thus providing 3 air changes per hour; CO levels will be monitored continually. On
detection of CO levels rising beyond 30ppm, the impulse fans will operate at low
speed in the affected area to mix and dilute the CO gases for extract via the main
fans. Should the CO level continue to rise to 40PPM, both main fans will operate at
low speed to give 6 air changes per hour. The use of CO monitoring equipment will
assist with achieving building regulation part 12 for energy efficiency.
On detection of smoke, and to comply with document B two main extract fans will
increase to high speed and will provide an air change rate of 12 per hour due to the
distribution and selective operation of the impulse fans smoke will be guided towards
the main extract point.
3. Fan Ratings
All fans are rated to withstand a temperature of 300 C for a period of at least 2 hrs.
4. Equipment Overview
Scope shall include the supply fan, main extract fans, impulse fans,grills / dampers,
suction / discharge ducting, supply of electrical panel, CO detection system, smoke
detection system, engineering, commissioning, cabling etc.
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General
Each part of the system of piping shall be complete in all details and provided with
all control valves and accessories necessary for satisfactory operation. The tender
drawings indicate generally the sizes of all main piping but the right is reserved to
modify the runs of piping to accommodate conditions during construction.
In case grooved piping system is used for the installation, the layout, accessories,
supports & their locations etc shall be submitted for review and approval.
All piping shall be grouped wherever practical and shall be erected to present a neat
appearance. Pipes shall be parallel to each other and paralleled or at right angles to
structural members of the building and shall give maximum possible headroom.
Piping shall not pass in front of doorways or windows and shall be generally
arranged so that it is least 2.5 cm. from the finished wall face. Sufficient space is to
be allowed for accessibility, servicing and proper insulation works.
Sleeves shall be provided for pipes passing through walls or slabs. Pipes shall be
pitched for proper circulation and drainage.
Run outs shall be graded in such a manner as to prevent air traps being formed
within them when the mains expand or contract. Automatic or open vents are to be
provided at high points, piped to suitable drains or terminating over expansion tanks
wherever possible.
All drain piping shall pitch down in the director of flow. All low points of the system
must be fitted with drain valves to allow the complete draining of the system.
Bottom of all risers must have dirt pockets of the size of riser and at least 15 cms.
long with a drain valve fitted.
All water piping to equipment and valves shall be connected with grooved couplings
or flanges or unions for dismantling and removal. All piping shall reamed after
cutting to remove all burrs.
All reduction in sizes of piping in the direction of downward pitch shall be installed
with eccentric fittings to maintain a level top.
Approved pipe fittings shall be used and bending pipes will not normally be allowed,
except that bending of back steel pipes 50 mm. nominal diameter and smaller shall
be permitted, where space conditions allow for a bending radius of at least 10 times
the diameter of the pipe. A hydraulic pipe bender shall be used to bend all pipes.
Bends showing kinks, wrinkles or other malformations will not be acceptable.
Cutting and shutting of bends will not be permitted.
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Piping shall not be installed passing through ductwork or directly under electric light
outlets or extend beyond footing lines, as determined by the drawings.
In placing pipes through sleeves, near walls, partitions or in chases, care must be
taken to provide sufficient space for pipe covering. Where pipes are held in vices,
as and when screwing, care shall be taken to ensure that the pipe surface is not
damaged. Any pipe work so damaged shall not be fitted.
All pipes stored on site shall be kept clear of the ground and where possible stored
under cover. Pipes corroded beyond normal stock-rust condition shall not be used.
Special care should be taken to prevent dirt and foreign material entering open ends
of pipes during erection. A valve fitted to the open end of a disconnected pipe will
not be considered satisfactory to prevent entry of foreign matter.
Screwed iron caps, plugs, or plastic covers shall be used to seal pipe ends. Wood,
rag paper or other makeshift plugs will not be permitted.
Before connecting up to return mains, the system of piping must be blown and
flushed out. After flushing, all strainers shall be opened and baskets cleaned.
Before connecting up to return mains, the system of piping must be blown and
flushed out. After flushing, all strainers shall be opened and baskets cleaned.
Liberal allowances shall be made for expansion and contraction of pipe by means of
changes in the direction or by the inclusion of expansion joints in the piping system.
Chilled water pipes shall be black seamless as per ASTM-A53 SCH 40. Piping
Screwed or grooved fittings shall be used for 50 mm. pipes and smaller. Welding or
grooved fittings shall be used for 65 mm. pipes and larger. Branch welds will not be
permitted. Screwed fittings shall be black malleable iron and shall PN 20 rated.
Welding fittings shall be steel medium duty compatible with the piping.
Wherever small bore chilled water piping is required (as near fan coil units) type K
copper piping as per BS2871 with cast bronze non de zincifiable fittings can be
used subject to specify approval from Engineer. All joints shall be brazed.
Compression fittings will not be permitted.
Sufficient number of unions shall be provided near the coils and valves for easy
dismantling. Where grooved joint piping system is utilized, grooved couplings may
be accepted in lieu of unions.
Welding
Where shown on the drawings or specified or directed, welded joints, outlets and
flanges shall be used.
Care shall be taken to ensure that welding metal or flux does not project into the
bore of the pipe. All welds shall be of good clean metal, free from slag and porosity,
of even thickness and contour, well fused with the parent metal, hammered on
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The Engineer reserves the right to have cut for examination 2% of all welds made.
The Contractor shall remake the joints at no extra charge.
All welded joints (except pipe welded end to end) shall be made by use of forged
one piece, welding flanges, caps, elbows, branch outlets and tees of approved
make. All such fittings etc. shall be of a type, which maintains full wall thickness at
all points, ample radius, fillets and proper levels or shoulders at ends.
Grooved Joints
Where shown on drawings, specified, or directed, grooved joints and couplings shall
be used.
Grooved joint piping system may be used in lieu of flanged or welded piping systems
for pipe sizes 2 inches and larger.
All grooved couplings, fittings, valves, and specialties shall be the products of a
single manufacturer. Grooving tools shall be of the same manufacturer as the
grooved components.
Grooved joint couplings shall consist of ductile iron housings, conforming to ASTM
A395 and A536, complete with pressure responsive synthetic rubber gasket (Grade
to suit the intended service).
Rigid Type: Coupling housings cast with offsetting, angle-pattern bolt pads shall be
used to provide system rigidity and support and hanging in accordance with ANSI
B31.1 and B31.9.
Flexible Type: Use in locations where vibration attenuation and stress relief are
required. Flexible couplings may be used in lieu of flexible connectors at equipment
connections. Three couplings shall be placed in close proximity to the vibration
source.
Flange Adapters: Flat face, for direct connection to ANSI Class 150/300 flanged
components.
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Prior to insulation all the external surface of core pipes & fittings shall be grit
blasted to SA 2 near white metal finish. Then, clean external surface of
core pipes & fittings shall be coated by airless spray of self-priming
Polyamine/ Polyamide Epoxy coating to a total DFT of 150 microns minimum.
50mm shall be kept bare (uncoated) from both pipe ends for joint surface.
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For pipe size 42 & above: Outer casing / protective jacket shall be made of
multi-directional tension filament-wound fiberglass reinforced polyester (FRP)
resin with a nominal wall thickness of 7mm.
All fittings shall be pre-insulated black steel, long radius & butt-welding type,
with wall thicknesses similar to those of the core steel pipe, conforming to
ASTM A234 WPB and dimensions according to ANSI/ASME B16.9, with 300
mm long Beveled/Grooved end steel pipe extension factory welded to each
end. All fabrication welds shall be NDT tested.
Puddle flanges shall be preinsulated & prefabricated with 1 meter long of
carrier pipe, and steel plate welded in the middle, protruding 100mm beyond
the casing jacket.
Field joint insulation shall consist of Polyurethane foam chemical poured in a
prefabricated G.I. metal sheet mold (26 gauge thickness) fixed around the
joint. Then, a heat shrinkable sleeve with a closure patch is applied and heat
shrunk over the insulation to finish the joint. After finishing the joint, two strips
of heat shrinkable sleeve & closure patch 8 wide each, shall be applied to
overlap both ends to ensure proper seal of the joint.
Polyurethane foam chemicals shall be stored in closed containers inside an air
conditioned storing area away from the sun light exposure, at an ambient
temperature between 20 - 25 C.
Heat Shrinkable Sleeve & closure patch materials shall be kept away from
the sun light exposure. It is recommended to keep in the same storing area of
the polyurethane chemicals.
Contractors technicians carrying out joint insulation at site shall be trained at
site or at the manufacturers facilities. Contractors technicians have to be
certified by the manufacturer, certificates of training should be provided.
Fabrication Welding:
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All welders performing under these specifications shall have been fully
qualified in accordance with the test requirements of Section IX of the ASME
Boiler Code. Evidence of each welders certificate of qualification shall be
proven. Welding procedures for each type of weld joint to be used shall be
provided.
For welding test purpose any reliable Non Destructive Testing can be used
including ultrasonic test, radiography test (x-Ray or Gamma-ray ) or
magnetic particle test . the test method shall eb approved by engineer .
Piping Stress Analysis: The complete underground preinsulated piping
system shall be computer analyzed by the systems manufacturer to
determine stresses, axial forces and anticipated thermal movement on the
service pipe.
Leak detection system shall be an integral part of the underground
preinsulated piping system, utilizing two monitoring wires embedded in the
foam insulation, connected to an individual line monitoring unit. Leak
detection system shall be provided by the preinsulated piping system
manufacturer with a complete interface with the BMS, based on the final
approved piping network layout.
The location of server shall be in the main central IT centre and will be
shown on site conditions.
In addition to valves, cocks and strainers etc., shown on all drawings, the contractor
shall include for the installation of sufficient valves, cocks and strainers to enable the
system to operate to the satisfaction of the engineer.
Valves shall bear the BSI Kite mark or equivalent denoting Quality System,
accreditation and compliance with British Standards and where no Kite mark scheme
exists, valves shall be manufactured under an approved BS5750 Quality System.
All castings shall be clean close-grained metal free from rough projections. Unless
otherwise specified valves of 50mm nominal bore and under shall have female ends
screwed to BS 21 and valves 65mm nominal bore and over shall have flanged ends.
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to a valve already in place, a second wrench shall be used to hold the valve while
the pipe is being tightened. A pipe shall not be screwed so far into a valve as to
damage the seat.
All flanged valves (all services) shall be epoxy coated both internally and externally
in order to prevent corrosion and pitting, valves shall be suitable for the fluid carried
and the temperatures, test and working pressures of the system in which they are
installed.
All grooved valves shall have grooved ends in conformance with ANSI / AWWA
C606.
All grooved valves shall be coated with Poly Phenylene Sulfide (PPS) or equivalent
rust inhibitive enamel. Valves shall be suitable for the fluid carried, working and test
pressures / temperatures of the system.
All valves installed in the primary side of district cooling network shall be Welded
Ball Valves as specify in marafeq guide line appendix 3.2
Isolating Valve
For sizes up to and including 50mm shall be bronze gate valve to BS5154 PN20
Series B. Valves shall be complete with position indicator and locking device,
asbestos free gland packing, with non-rising stem, threaded bonnet, one piece
wedge and taper thread.
1. It shall be cast iron (to BS1452) gate valve to BS5150 PN16. Valves shall be
complete with locking device and open shut indicator, rising stem, outside
screw, zinc free bronze trim, wedge facing ring and body seat ring shall be of
gunmetal, flanged to BS4504 PN20.
2. Ductile iron (to ASTM A395 and A536) butterfly valve with grooved ends.
Valves shall be complete with lever lock handle or gear operator with position
indicator. Disk shall be elastomer encapsulated ductile iron, with integrally
cast stem, Stainless steel upper bearing and lower turn-on.
Valves Chamber
Required for temporary connection shall be provided before penetrating thru project
retaining wall
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For the purpose of balancing water distribution systems accurately (5%), the
following commissioning valves must be installed as indicated in the drawings.
Sizes 65mm and above, shall be cast iron commissioning set, comprising of
b. Cast iron double regulating valve to BS7350 PN16, inside screw, non-rising
stem and locking device, ductile iron bonnet, and fitted with EPDM coated
regulating disk, double regulating device and indicator, back seating feature.
Valve shall also be flanged to BS4504 PN16. Valves shall be Kite marked.
Strainers
Strainers, in addition to where shown on drawings shall be fitted prior to all major
items of plant including all pumps, air handling units, control valves, etc.
Sizes up to and including 50mm shall be bronze (BS1400 LG2) "Y" type strainer
PN20 Series B, with perforated stainless steel screen 0.75mm diameter holes for
'fine' straining and 22.6% free flow area per the square cm. of element area.
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Strainer shall be with screwed cap and shall be fitted with gland cock (hose union
type) for blow down connection and shall also have drilled and tapped bosses on
each side of the body fitted with 2 test points and 2 plugged points. Ends shall be
threaded to BS21 (ISO R7).
Sizes 65mm and above shall be cast iron (BS1452 Gr 220) or Ductile iron (ASTM
A395 and A536) "Y" type strainer to PN20 Series B with perforated stainless steel
screen 1.6mm diameter holes for 'fine' straining and at least 34% free flow area per
square cm. of element area. Strainers shall be with bolted cover and fitted with gland
cock (hose union type) for blow down connection and shall have drilled and tapped
bosses on each side of the body fitted with 2 test points and 2 plugged points,
grooved or flanged to BS4504 PN20.
Non-Return Valves
Sizes up to and including 50mm shall be bronze (BS1400 LG2) check valve to
BS5154 PN20. horizontal swing pattern with threaded cover, nitrile disk, and shall be
suitable for mounting in horizontal and vertical pipe (with vertical flow upwards). end
threaded internal BS21 (ISO 7).
1. Flanged: cast iron (BS1452 Gr 220) check valves with lever and air cushion
to BS5153 PN20, of the horizontal swing pattern with bolted cover, outside
lever and air cushion, zinc-free bronze trim and rubber faced disk and
flanged to BS4504 PN20 and shall be suitable for mounting in horizontal and
vertical pipelines.
2. Grooved
a. Ductile iron (STM A395 and A536) check valves, horizontal or vertical,
spring-assisted, stainless steel trim, aluminium bronze or elastomer
encapsulated ductile iron desk, with grooved ends.
b. Cast iron (ASTM A126) check valves with lever and air cushion, of the
horizontal swing pattern with coupled cover, outside lever and air
cushion, bronze seat ring (ASTM B584) with optional elastomer seat ring.
Valve shall be suitable for horizontal installation or vertical installation with
upward flow.
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Drain/Gland Cocks
Drain cocks shall be installed in plant rooms, on major plants. Drain cocks shall be of
the hose union pattern gland cock in bronze (BS1400 LG2).WRc approved,
asbestos free gland packing and shall be threaded to BS21 complete with captive
cap. The plugs shall have square head with a slot to indicated plug position.
Flow Measurement
For the purpose of the flow and temperature measurement and the proportional
balancing of water distribution system, the contractor shall provide a digital
(microprocessor) flow measurement test set and shall be suitable for portable or
bench mounted use.
Screwed joints shall be clean threaded, pulled up tightly and made with approved
joining compound and long strand hemp. After joints have been formed, all surplus
hemp shall be cut away and the joints wiped clean. Where pipes are galvanized,
care shall be taken to ensure that threads are carefully cut so that the number of
exposed threads is minimized.
Flanged Joints
All flanged joints shall be flush and truly aligned and made with approved brass
corrugated rings or compressed asbestos in compositions. Flanges for connection
to welded pipe shall be slip-on or welding-neck standard steel type, made as
called for in the schedules. Flanges or unions shall be provided on straight runs at
not greater than 22 m. intervals.
Unions
Unions are required on pipe sizes 50 mm. and under. Unions shall be ground taper
joint type, good for 200 psi working pressure and shall be PN20 rated. In case
grooved joint couplings are used, unions may not be required.
Expansion joints shall be fitted in straight lengths of pipe at distances not exceeding
18 meters unless otherwise approved by the Consultant.
All flexible couplings and expansion joints must be selected so that the working
pressure including the gravity head of riser pipe, temperature and movement
encountered will not be more than 75% of that allowable for the joint selected. One
side of the joints must have all piping and/or adjacent equipment adequately
anchored. The other side must be supported, aligned and guided so as to allow free
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Expansion joints shall have integral duck flanges. They shall have individual solid
steel ring reinforced with a carcass of highest-grade woven cotton or acceptable
synthetic fiber. Joints shall be constructed to pipe line size and to meet working
pressure conditions, face measurements etc., as designated.
They shall be of an arch type construction with the number of arches (corrugations)
dependent on projected movement. All joints must be finish-coated with eypalon
paint to prevent ozone attach. Split back or retaining rings shall be furnished. Joints
size 2 and below shall have threaded malleable iron unions on both sides. All joints
shall be suitable for minimum test pressure of one and a half times the working
pressure or 150m of water, whichever is higher.
Grooved end expansion joints shall be the telescoping type consisting of a series of
grooved end pipe nipples joined in tandem.
At all high points in the supply / return piping system an automatic air vent shall be
fitted. Air vents shall be of the float type with bronze body and SS float. The size
and working pressure shall be as per the schedule. Bleed off from the Automatic air
vents shall be connected to the nearest drain. A separate isolating valve shall be
installed below the AAV for maintenance purpose.
Air bottles shall be formed from 1.5 m. length of pipe one size larger than the pipe
being vented. A 15-mm. pipe fitted with 15 mm. needle valve shall be welded into top
and taken to low level. These items shall be fitted so that they are not concealed
and are readily accessible. Where equipment is cased, vents shall be extended so
that they can be operated from the outside of the casing.
Pipe Supports, Hangers and Anchors
All supports and hangers for steel piping shall be ferrous and zinc coated. Supports
for copper pipes shall be non-ferrous and chromium plated, wherever specified.
Brackets or supports shall be set out so that they do not obstruct the access to
valves, flanges or other fittings requiring maintenance.
All pipe work shall be supported by means of approved clips or hangers at centers
as detailed. In the event of two or more pipes being carried by a single support, the
spacing shall be of a shorter interval.
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Piping of all equipment and control valves shall be supported to prevent strains or
distortions in the connected equipment, valves and control valves. Piping shall be
supported to allow for removal of equipment, valves and accessories with a
minimum of dismantling and without requiring additional supports after these items
are removed.
All channels, angles, plates, clamps etc., necessary for fastening of hangers shall be
furnished by the Contractor. All hangers shall be properly sized for the pipe to be
supported. Oversized hangers shall not be permitted. Details of hangers and
supports to be used by the Contractor shall be submitted to the Engineer for
approval before fitting. All hangers shall be provided with lock nuts and have
provision for vertical adjustment of pipes.
Pipe standard with base flange and adjustable type yokes shall be used for pipes
supported from the floor. Vertical piping shall have heavy wrought iron or steel
clamps securely bolted on the piping with the end extension bearings on the building
construction. Contractor shall submit calculations for pipe load as well as proposed
anchor points.
Hangers and supports for cold piping shall have treated hardwood or plastic inserts
of approved make or high-density insulation capable of withstanding the
compression and allowing the hanger to support the pipe without any metal-to-metal
contact.
All pipe supports hangers and anchors etc., are to be painted with two coats of an
approved rust preventive paint, preferably zinc rich primer and two coats of enamel
paint of grey colour or as approved by the Engineer.
Pipe Sleeves
All pipe openings through walls, partitions and slabs shall have sleeves having an
internal diameter at least 25 mm. larger than the outside diameter of the pipe or of
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the insulation for insulated services. All the building expansion joints shall also be
provided with pipe sleeves.
The pipe with insulation shall be carried through the walls, floor or roof slab and pipe
sleeves around them shall be projected minimum 50 mm. on either sides of the wall,
floor and roof slab.
Pipes passing through interior partitions shall be provided with sleeves of 22 gauge
galvanized sheet steel set flush with finished wall surfaces.
Flashing Sleeves
Flashing sleeves shall be provided where pipes pass through water proof
membranes. Flashing sleeves details shall be submitted to the Engineer for
approval, but generally, they shall be provided with an integral flange set into the
membrane. The associated pipes shall have flange and shield which shall extend
beyond the insert and be sealed with approved mastic.
1. The Works Contractor shall carry out hydraulic and performance tests,
under actual conditions, to the entire satisfaction of the Engineer before
any thermal insulation is applied.
2. The whole chilled water pipework system shall be hydraulically tested to a
pressure equivalent to one and a half times the maximum working
pressure or one and a half times the standing pressure, whichever is
higher. All flexible/ expansion joints shall be restrained to prevent axial
stretch and all control subject to damage shall be isolated at the time of
the pressure test. The indicated pressure shall be maintained for 4 hours
without further application of pressure and without visible leakage or a
drop in the indicated pressure.
3. When a section of pipework is complete and ready for testing, it shall be
plugged and then slowly and carefully charged with water, allowing all air
to escape and avoiding all shock or water hammer. The Works Contractor
shall make arrangements for all water used in the test to be properly
drained away.
4. Pipework which fails under test, due to pressure loss or visible leakage,
shall be relieved of pressure and all faulty joints or other defects made
good.
5. Remedial work and test shall be repeated until the systems are tested
successfully. If in the opinion of the Engineer, damage has been caused
during the remedial work, or faulty materials have been used, the section
under test will be condemned. The installation shall then be removed,
cleared from site, replaced with new materials and re-tested as specified.
6. The General Works Contractor shall provide the water and electricity
supplies necessary for testing purposes.
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(Material C106), fully annealed and internally degreased and cleaned, with capillary
fittings.
All pipe openings through walls, partitions and slabs shall have UPVC sleeves of an
internal diameter at least 25 mm larger than the outside diameter of the pipe or of
the insulation for insulated services. All building expansion joints shall also be
provided with pipe sleeves.
The pipe with insulation shall be carried through the walls, floor or roof slab and pipe
sleeves through them shall be projected minimum 50 mm on either side of the walls,
floor and roof slab.
Joints in copper pipe shall be flanged, flared (up to 19.05 mm O. D. only) or brazed
(with or without capillary fittings). Brazing shall be carried out to the requirements of
the HVCA Code of Practice Brazing and Bronze Welding of Copper Pipe and
Sheet.
Screwed joints shall not be accepted in refrigerant pipes except on the equipment
accessories. In such cases the threads shall either be of taper form and used in
conjunction with PTFE tape or an anaerobic sealant, or of parallel form associated
with machined joint faces and a suitable joint.
Copper pipework shall be used as feed piping for all pressure gauge or similar
fittings.
Refrigerant pipework shall not be arranged for running compressors in parallel (i.e.
with common suction and/or discharge in pipes). The use of a number of
compressors each having an independent refrigerant circuit in a common evaporator
shall be permitted provided pressure tests between adjacent refrigerant circuits in
the evaporator are carried out during manufacture.
The pipework shall be designed so that oil in the refrigerant leaving the compressor
(and passing any oil separator fitted) shall be carried through the system and back
to the compressor at the lowest stage of capacity unloading.
All refrigerant equipment shall have a strength and leakage pressure test after
manufacture in accordance with the Table below :
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A pressure test equal to the low test pressure quoted in the table of equipment test
pressures shall be applied to the refrigerant system after all piping has been fitted.
This test shall be in addition to the pressure test on each unit at completion of the
manufacture.
Provision shall be made for the supply of up to 3 sets of pressure test sheets for
each machine and system. It shall be the Works Contractors responsibility to ensure
the sheet content and presentation is acceptable to the Engineer.
PIPE SUPPORTS
2. Piping shall be supported at all changes in direction and at intervals of not more
than 1.2 metres on straight runs. Pipe supports & clamps shall be subject to
approval of the Consultant.
3. Pipework on roofs and floors shall be supported on off-set clamps, floor or rikker
stands. The pipe support stands shall be bolted to the concrete slab or steel
members.
4. Vertical pipework shall be supported on wall brackets with 'U' bolts or clamps.
7. All pipework passing through the walls, floors and roof slabs shall be provided
with pipe sleeves of adequate size to allow the passage of insulation. The gap
shall be sealed with intumescent sealants.
All condensate drains shall be fitted with 75mm deep trap with dirt pocket and
removable plug provided and extended to the nearest drains/soakaways as shown in
the drawings. Removable plugs shall be provided at every change in direction to
allow rodding access.
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All drain pipes shall be pressure tested at 6.0meter of water before applying
insulation or covering the pipes. Drain test plugs with expandable rubber seal
shall be used for the purpose of testing.
General:
1. The energy meter shall comply with the following standards: EN1434 -1,
EN1434-2, EN1434-3, EN1434-4 EN1434-5, EN1434-6, OIML R75, and
EN60870-5.
2. The energy meter shall use the magnetic -type flow measurement principal.
3. The pressure drop shall be maintained low as per BS EN 1434 .
4. The maximum flow rates (Qs) shall be twice the permanent flow rates (Qp) for all
the sizes.
5. The energy meter shall be used for cooling applications.
6. The energy meter shall have threaded connection for sizes less than and equal
to 2. For sizes above 2, the connection shall be flanged type.
7. The energy meter shall be tested and approved as a complete, hybrid, or split
meter as per the EN1434 standard, which consists of the following: Energy
calculator, flow sensor, and temperature sensors.
8. All energy meters shall be sized based on the designed maximum flow rates.
9. Each office shall be fitted with a suitable energy meter consisting of the energy
calculator, flow sensor, and factory matched high accuracy temperature sensors
(if applicable, temperature sensor pockets or thermo-wells).
10. There shall be no requirement for straightening section before and after the flow
part.
11. The energy meter shall have a minimum cable length of 1m between the flow
sensor and energy calculator for offices meters up to Qp 2.5m3/h.
12. The small offices meters shall be of a compact version type. These meters shall
have factory fitted M-Bus card, battery & temperature sensors and not field
replaceable ones thereby making the meters completely TAMPER-PROOF.
13. The meter shall be approved according to EN 1434 environmental class A.
14. The energy calculator shall be designed to accept battery power supply of
minimum 6 or 11 years life time in ideal conditions.
15. The energy calculator shall be able to provide monthly historical values of
minimum 15 months.
16. The energy calculator IP rating shall be minimum IP54.
17. The energy calculator shall contain all the necessary circuits for recording
the accumulated energy, accumulated volume, Error message with date
stamp, instantaneous flow rate and power, current supply and return
temperature, operating and missing hours, communication parameter. All the
above mentioned data shall be able to be displayed on energy calculator.
18. The energy calculator shall consist of a single line 7-digit display with units and
symbols.
19. The energy meter shall have backup memory (EEPROM).
20. The energy meter shall be able to detect backflows.
21. All alarms shall be recorded automatically and shown on the display.
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2. The office contractor shall make fully coordination with central metering
contractor for the whale project to select the proper metering type in the offices
to be fully integrated with central metring system to guarantee proper
compatibility and connectivity and easily interface with the central metering
system .
The meter shall be High Accuracy Electro-Magnetic BTU Meter, magnetic heat
meters type . the meter shall be designed to accurately measure the heat or cold
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The main unit is a powerful console which combines high accuracy flow
measurement, temperature measurement and BTU calculation.
The temperature sensors shall be are high accuracy 3-wire sensors and shall be
paired and calibrated in factory to achieve better than 0.15F (0.08C) accuracy for
temperature difference measurement.
The BTU calculation shall be designed according to EN1434 heat meter standard.
The formulas have been carefully implemented in the microprocessor so to reduce
the computational error to the minimal.
The meter shall be of the latest addition and technology of this type and shall offers
various output options, such as 4-20mA, dry contact, RS485/ Modbus, BACnet,
LonWorks, wireless and more.
It shall be integrated into BMS building automation systems and PLC units easily.
Features
The meter shall be the latest addition of the electromagnetic meter series for
accurate thermal energy measurement. It shall utilizes a high accuracy
electromagnetic flow meter to measure the flow volume of the chilled water, hot
water or condensed water, and two matched temperature sensors to measure the
supply and return temperature and to provides abundant input/output and
communication options which make it easy to be integrated into any meter reading
system, PLC or BMS systems.
1. High accuracy, billing grade. Up to 0.5% accuracy for flow, 0.15F (0.08C)
for temperature difference
2. Plug and play. All parameters are pre-configured in factory
3. Integrated BTU measurement system. Single source responsibility
4. Two flow sensor options: full bore sensor for high accuracy, insertion sensor
for easy installation
5. Bi-directional
6. Short straight-pipe run, thus, suitable for any desired installation location
7. No moving parts to wear and tear. Save maintenance cost
8. Standard output: 4-20mA, pulse, dry contact (relay)
9. Standard MODBUS, HART, BACnet , LonWorks or Wireless for easy BMS
or PLC integration
Applications
The meter shall be high-performance BTU meter accurately measures the thermal
energy consumption or transportation of a heating / cooling system. It shall be
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selected to work properly and efficiently for a wide range of applications in HVAC,
heating/cooling energy production, energy transfer, building management, district
heating and cooling , geothermal or solar hot water system monitoring, and more.
Vendor List
1. METRIMA SWEDEN
2. LANDYS+GYR GERMANY
3. SONTEX SWITZERLAND
4. 4HYDROMETER (DIEHL) GERMANY
22.2.22 INSULATION
Scope
The work included in this specification consists of furnishing all labour, materials,
accessories and equipment necessary for the insulation of all air conditioning
systems and mechanical equipment. Said work shall be completed in strict
accordance with the insulation section of the specification.
General
All insulation shall be applied in a workman like manner by skilled workmen regularly
engaged in this type of work. Insulation shall be applied to clean and dry surfaces
after tests and approvals required by this specification have been completed.
All pipe or duct insulation shall be continuous through walls, ceiling or floor openings
or sleeves, except where firestop or firesafing materials are required.
Metal shields shall be installed between hangers or supports and the piping
insulation. Rigid insulation inserts shall be installed as required between the pipe
and the insulation shields. Inserts shall be of equal thickness to the adjacent
insulation and shall be vapour sealed as required.
All insulation shall have surface burning characteristic ratings as tested by ASTM E-
84, UL 723 or NFPA 255 not exceeding;
a. Flame Spread 25
b. Smoke Developed 50
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Composite shall include insulation, jacketing and adhesive used to secure jacketing
or facing. All accessory items such as PVC jacketing and fittings, adhesive, mastic,
cement, tape and cloth shall have the same component ratings as specified above.
Cold piping shall include chilled water piping, refrigerant suction and condensate
drain piping.
General
4. All fibre glass section insulation shall have a density of not less than 96
kilogrammes/m3 and a thermal conductivity of not greater than 0.037 w/m 0 C.
All pipework insulation shall be applied to the pipework using proprietary brand
adhesive approved by the Engineer.
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Thermal insulation shall be 50 mm. thick for sizes up to 150mm and shall be 75 mm
for bigger pipes and shall be aluminium foil faced preformed sectional glass fibre
and shall be applied to all pipework, valves, flanges and fittings in accordance with
this Specification in a neat and workmanlike fashion. Each joint shall be sealed using
75 mm. wide aluminium foil adhesive tape and the whole covered in 60z heavy duty
glass cloth and all joints lapped and sealed with approved vapour seal. Vapour seal,
first coat, shall be applied by dipping the cloth into the vapour seal prior to applying
to the pipework insulation. The second coat of vapour seal shall be applied with
brush. Finally, the installation shall be finished with a system of 0.67 mm. thickness
aluminium smooth polished sheet cladding, cut and formed into sections to suit the
extreme outside dimensions of the insulated work for straight runs. Each length of
aluminium cladding shall have a snap-lock fixing.
Cladding sections shall be finally arranged with the longitudinal seams turned away
from the normal working area. Bends, tapers, tees, other fittings, valves and pump
bodies shall be encased in specially pressed or otherwise formed aluminium single
sections. Circular bends over 200 mm. outside diameter may be encased in a
maximum of 3 No. equal segmental pressed or formed sections.
a. Thermal insulation shall be 50 mm. thick for sizes up to 150mm and shall be 75
mm for bigger pipes with aluminium foil faced preformed sectional glass fibre
and shall be applied to all pipework, flanges and fittings in accordance with this
specification in a neat and workmanlike fashion. Each section shall be secured to
the pipework by applying an approved adhesive of high quality to the surfaces of
both pipework and insulation section. The sections shall be fixed in place
immediately. Note that the adhesive shall also applied to the edges of the
fiberglass section.
b. All joints shall be sealed using 75 mm. wide aluminium adhesive tape. The
insulation shall then be covered with high quality canvas of 200 gm/sq.m. quality,
sealed with an approved vapour seal.
d. The second coat of vapour seal shall be applied after the first coat has dried.
e. When the pipework insulation is exposed to view within the building, the
insulation shall be finished with one coat of rubberized paint of a colour approved
by the Engineer.
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Refrigerant pipework
Condensate drains within the building and on the roof shall be insulated with 10mm
thick rubber foam and weather proofed to the satisfaction of the Engineer. All
exposed pipes external to the building shall be painted with two coats of paint
matching with the building color.
1. The vapour seal material shall be fire resistant, non-toxic, weather resistant and
have anti-rodent and anti-fungal properties. Bitumen based products shall not be
used.
2. The vapour seal material must be approved by the Engineer in writing prior to
use.
Conditioned air, for the purpose of this specification, shall consist of air that is
cooled. Both supply and return duct work as well as outside air intake ductwork
shall be insulated.
General
1. Thermal insulation to ductwork shall be carried out neatly and to a high grade
quality by skilled workers experienced in the trade, and strictly in accordance
with following specification.
4. Unless otherwise indicated, all thermal insulating materials used within any
building shall, when tested in accordance with BS 476 Part 4, be classified non-
combustible. Thermal insulating materials used within any building shall be free
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5. All openings in roof slabs and walls for passing ducts shall be sealed and/or
weatherproofed suitably. Sleeves shall be provided where ducts pass through
masonry walls or partitions.
6. All metal surfaces shall be thoroughly cleaned, then treated with an approved
corrosion inhibitor before insulation is applied. Note that the inhibitor coating
would not be required for galvanized surfaces.
8. The Works Contractor shall allow for the cost of sampling in-place insulation
from ductwork or plants, for inspection by the Engineer. Any sample found not in
accordance with the approved material should be replaced at the Works
Contractors expenses.
9. All fiberglass rigid slabs shall have a density of not less than 48 kg/m3 and a
thermal conductivity not greater than 0.037 W/M2K.
10. Where specifically stated, insulation shall be additionally secured using screwed
thread type plastic hangers glued to the ductwork at 500 mm. centres. The
insulation shall be restrained by push-on circular plastic discs terminated below
the external surface of the insulation after which any projecting threads shall be
cut level with the insulation. Ends and edges of sheets shall be lapped
sufficiently and sealed where insulated duct enters or leaves the building.
11. Insulation materials and finishes shall be inherently proofed against rotting,
mould and fungal growth and attack by vermin, be non-hygroscopic and in all
respects be suitable for continuous use through the range of operating
temperatures and within the environment indicated.
1. All ductwork within air conditioned zones shall be insulated using 25 mm. rigid
fibreglass slabs covered with reinforced aluminium foil. Panels shall be secured
to the ductwork by applying an approved high quality adhesive to the surfaces of
both the ductwork and insulation panel. Fiberglass matts shall be used for
circular ducts instead of fiberglass slabs. Insulation shall also have 25 mm. wide
galvanized b ands secured at 600 mm. center for circular ducts.
2. All insulation joints shall be sealed using 75 mm. wide minimum aluminium tape.
The insulation shall then be covered with high quality canvas of 200 gm/sq. m.
quality and sealed with an approved vapour seal.
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4. All supply and return ductwork running in unconditioned space shall be insulated
using 50 mm. foil backed rigid fiberglass panels.
5. Exhaust duct traversing conditioned space shall be insulated using 50 mm. foil
backed rigid fibre glass panels.
All rectangular supply and return air ductwork external to the building shall be
insulated using 50 mm. foil backed rigid fiberglass panels secured to the ductwork
using an approved adhesive and 75 mm. wide minimum aluminium foil tape to cover
the joints. Fiberglass matts shall be used for circular ducts. On ducts with
dimensions larger above 600 mm. insulation shall have plastic clips riveted to the
ducts on the underside only. Insulation shall also have 25 mm. wide galvanized
bands secured at 600 mm center for circular ducts. The whole installation shall be
securely wrapped in 200 gm/m2 glass cloth, all joints lapped and sealed with
adhesive. Two coats of approved vapour seal shall be applied ensuring first class
penetration into the glass cloth. Finally the installation shall be finished with 0.9 mm.
thick aluminium smooth polished sheet cladding. Each length of the cladding shall
have snap lock fixing.
1. The material shall be fire resistant, non-toxic, weather resistant, and have anti-
rodent and anti-fungal properties.
ALUMINIUM CLADDING
All exposed to sight duct work & pipe work shall be covered with 0.9 mm thick
aluminium cladding.
Water treatment shall be provided to prevent corrosion, fungal growth, scaling and
discoloration. Chemical dosing / water treatment shall be carried out by a specialist
engaged in this activity.
A chemical dosing pot complete with all accessories shall be fitted on the chilled
water circuit to add corrosion inhibitor chemicals to the system at the time of
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commissioning and periodically during operation. The pot shall be fabricated out of
M.S. sheet suitable for 125 psig working pressure.
The pot shall be complete with chemical feed valve, non-return valve, drain valve,
water-in and out valves and air cock.
The Contractor shall add the first charge of chemical to the system and supply
additional chemical adequate for the operation during Warranty period. Testing
chemicals/instruments shall be included in the scope of supply.
The dosing pot and all connected pipes and fittings shall be insulated in the same
manner as the chilled water pipes.
Details of treatment system offered and technical literature shall be included with the
offer.
All steel work in connection with pipe supports exposed to the elements are to be
painted with two coats of a rust preventive paint approved by the Engineer,
preferably zinc rich primer, followed by one undercoat and one topcoat.
All exposed metal surfaces of air conditioning and electrical apparatus, motors,
guards, pipework, hangers etc. must be galvanized and painted with one coat of
under-coat and two coats of enamel paint finish to a colour approved by the
Engineer.
After completion of the installation, the entire work shall be checked for finish and
appearance. Any portion of work found damaged, unpainted or not finished to the
satisfaction of the Engineer shall be rectified.
All insulated and non-insulated pipework and ductwork shall be identified by colour
codes/safety indicated and basic colour identification bands to BS 1710 (1984).
The safety colour and code indication bands shall be 100 mm. wide between two
basic colour identification bands each of length 150 mm. The identification shall be
at centres of not more than 6 meters and adjacent to all valves, items of plant,
changes in direction and both sides where the pipework passes through walls,
floors, etc. and all service access points.
Pipe and ductwork sizes, content flow and return (F & R) indication and direction of
flow arrows in black shall be applied on the basic colour identification band as
detailed in Tables 1, 2 and Appendix D of BS 1710 (1984).
The safety colour, contents, code and colour identification bands shall be applied by
means of self adhesive coloured or printed tape.
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Flow and return (F& R) and direction of flow arrows shall be in black with letter 25
mm. high on 50 mm. wide white self adhesive tape applied in a continuous band
around the pipe insulation.
Pipe contents shall be in black lettering 25 mm. on 50 mm. wide clear self adhesive
labels.
The materials employed shall be as for pipework identification, i.e. self adhesive
plastic.
Where the identification of the space is by room number this must be agreed with
the user who otherwise may have numbered the rooms differently.
The Contractor shall carry out the cutting of holes and making them good where
pipes, conduits, cable and cable trays are passing through the walls, floor and roof
slabs as measured in the Bill of Quantities.
The Contractor shall provide cross-over bridges as shown on the drawings. Bridges
details shall be agreed with the Architect and Engineer.
Two sets of builders work drawings shall be submitted to the Engineer for his
approval.
Test holes shall be provided in the horizontal side of the ducts and shall be of 22
mm. dia. Each test hole shall be fitted with an Instrument Test Port having
galvanized cast metal body, expandable rubber sealing element and metal wing nut
for operation. Test port base shall be seated on soft rubber gasket and riveted to the
duct wall. The wing nut shall extend outside the finished insulation so that the duct
interior can be accessed without disturbing the insulation. Rubber plugs or stick-on
seals shall not be used for closing test holes. The number of test holes shall be as
per recommendation of DW144.
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Thermometer Well
Location At inlet and outlet of chillers, air handling units and fan
coil units.
Size 4 in diameter
Components Pig tail and vent cock
ELECTRICAL WORKS
General
All electrical works and materials shall be as described under the Electrical
specifications and shall conform to the regulations of KAHRAMAA.
1. Voltage - + 6%
2. Frequency - + 0.3%
All electrically operated equipment shall be suitable for continuous and prolonged
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Electrical Motors
All motors shall be designed to suit the maximum temperature of air passing over
the motors and the additional temperature rise caused by exposure to the sun. The
type of winding insulation shall, however, be not less than Class B. The motors for
exhaust fans shall have the insulation suitable to operate on 500 C. ambient
temperature.
All motors smaller than 0.50 kW shall be designed to operate on single phase. All
motors 0.75 kW and above shall be designed to operate on three phase. All motors
shall be wound for 240 volts, single phase, or 415 volts, 3 phase, 50 Hz, A.C.
system. Any motors brought to site not complying with above mentioned voltage and
insulation requirements shall not be accepted.
All motors shall comply with IEC 34/1, 72/1 & 2, BS 3979, BS 4999/5000, and shall
be of reputed make.
Electrical Wiring
The Electrical Contractor will carry out all power cabling up to and including isolators
or up to the control panels in plant rooms, pump room, roof and other mechanical
rooms as indicated on the drawings. The electric supply shall be terminated into the
main incomer of the control panel, isolator etc.
Wherever group-control is envisaged as for basement car park exhaust fans, the
Electrical contractor will provide power up to the group control panel and thereon to
the individual isolators. All control cabling, wiring, conduiting, terminations etc is the
responsibility of AC contractor.
Power cabling from isolator to FCU, pressurization unit, packaged AC units, outdoor
AC units, fans etc, from AHU control panel to AHUs, from pump control panel to
pumps, etc. complete with cable tray, conduit, supports etc (For continuity, refer
electrical drawings and specifications).
Power cabling complete with cable tray, conduit etc from the controller of twin fans to
the actual fan units. In case the fan unit is supplied with integral isolator as a
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standard accessory, the same shall also be provided by the A.C. Contractor. These
isolators shall be weather proof to IP 55.
All control wiring, conduits, cables, cable trays etc., for the air conditioning
equipment, controls, sequence regulation panel and remote emergency push button
stations etc.
Specification for cables, cable trays, conduits, isolators etc shall conform to electrical
specifications.
Starters
All three phase motors for A.C. units shall be provided with D.O.L./Star Delta starters
having the following facilities:
All three-phase starters shall have thermal overload protection in each phase as well
asunder voltage reset plus two auxiliary normal open contacts.
Earthing
All motors and starting equipment panels shall have their frames, carcasses and all
metal parts effectively and continuously connected to the general mass of the earth.
Testing
All wiring within control panels shall be works checked, prior to despatch, for loose
connections, correct terminations and compliance with wiring diagrams. In addition,
functional checks shall be carried out in the works to ensure that all interlocking and
sequencing is in accordance with the performance requirements of the specification.
The Engineer shall be given 7 days written notice of such tests so that he may
attend if he so desires.
With all control circuits disconnected but with all isolators closed and power fuses
fitted, the panels shall be subjected to a voltage test of 2.5 Kv for one minute, across
the following points:
1. Phase to phase
2. Phase to neutral
3. Phase to earth
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4. Neutral to earth
Certified schedules detailing all tests and their results shall be submitted to the
Engineer within fourteen days of the test.
The standard of workmanship shall comply with the requirements of the Engineer
who shall carry out periodic inspection of completed work and work in progress.
Any work not to the Engineers satisfaction during such inspection shall be replaced
to a standard satisfactory to the Engineer at no cost to the contract for the
subsequent inspection.
Wiring Regulations
CONTROL SYSTEM
Selector switches shall be provided for manual / automatic operation of A.C. plants.
The A.C. Control Panel, Sequence Regulator Panel, Starter Panel etc. are to be
located as indicated on the Electrical drawings and shall be suitable for operation at
500 C. ambient condition.
The contractor shall submit the control schematic diagrams indicating the signal line
from all the control functions in sequential order, control wiring diagram and power
wiring from control panel as a whole to the Engineer for his approval.
The contractor shall supply and install the chilled water control panel to IP 55, wall
mounted, front accessible made out of folded zinc coated steel sheet painted with
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two coats of approved stoved enamel paint, cubicle type with hinged door and
control panel interlocking type main isolator. The panel shall comprise of but not
limited to the following:
The Air conditioning Contractor is to co-ordinate with the Electrical Contractor for the
sizes of starters, cable sizes, protection fuses etc.
The adjustable frequency drive shall be microprocessor controlled type from reputed
manufacturer. The features shall be approved by the Consultant.
Each AFD shall be provided with bypass facility consisting of main power
disconnect, interlocks, over load relay etc shall be included. A drive off bypass
switch shall also provided in the AFD enclosure.
The Contractor shall supply and install the TFAHU control panel to IP 55, wall
mounted, front accessible made out of folded zinc coated steel sheet painted with
two coats of approved stove enamel paint. The panel shall comprise of but not
limited to the following:
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The Air conditioning Contractor is to co-ordinate with the Electrical Contractor for the
sizes of starters, cable sizes, protection fuses etc.
1. A motorized tthree way modulating type divertor valve, shall be installed in the
chilled water return line adjacent to the farther TFAHU as indicated on the
drawings.
2. The divertor control valve shall regulate flow of chilled water in response to
signals from DDC controller via sensor as shown on the drawing.
3. Starting and stopping of treated fresh air handling units shall be carried out from
the starter installed in the TFAHU electrical control panel as indicated on the
tender drawings or from remote via DDC controller in the respective areas.
Means of local isolation shall be provided to conform to I.E.E. regulations, latest
edition.
2. The divertor control valve shall regulate flow of chilled water in response to
signals from modulating thermostat mounted in the conditioned space.
Main extract fans and the set of jet fans will be controlled by a factory provided
control panel. All the fans shall be two speed types.
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All starting devices shall be interlocked and shall be shut off on receiving signal from
Fire alarm system.
Control Valves
All chilled water control valves shall be 2 way modulating as necessary to achieve
the design conditions ,unless otherwise stated.
The valves and actuators shall be sized by the controls specialist for the specified
duties and shall have a close-off rating properly related to the water system
concerned.
All valves shall be factory rated to withstand the specified test pressure of the
system. Valves 50 mm. and smaller shall be bronze screwed type and valves 65
mm. to 150 mm. shall be cast iron flanged. Valves shall have stainless steel stems
and a spring loaded teflon packing.
3 way valves shall be provided for remotely located FAHU so as to maintain chilled
water circulation.
Temperature Sensors
Duct mounted temperature sensors shall have suitable ranges on either sides of set
point. Sensors shall be of corrosion resistant construction, suitable for mounting on a
vibrating surface. The sensors shall be provided with suitable fixing arrangement.
Averaging element sensors shall be provided when the duct area exceed 0.4 m2 or
when installed within air handling equipment.
Pipe mounted temperature sensors shall be insertion type complete with a stainless
steel pocket/immersion tube for pipe entry.
For electronic control systems the measuring element shall be either incorporated
into a copper capillary for averaging type or enclosed in a stainless steel immersion
housing or tubular probe. The accuracy shall be + 0.50 C.
Controllers
Controllers shall be of the solid state, plug-in type and have corrosion resistant
construction for high humidity service. Each controller module shall have the facility
for calibrated adjustment of all control parameters, i.e. set point, proportional band,
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integral action, slope etc., on the front plate. All adjustments shall be of the direct
reading type and shall be non-interactive, e.g. adjustment of set point shall not affect
the proportional band setting.
Controllers shall be designed and constructed for equipment room use and shall not
be affected by ambient temperature and humidity. Where dual input controllers are
required, the authority of the compensating sensor shall be adjustable only at the
end.
The contractor shall remit to the Engineer as part of this Contract any special tool
supplied by the manufacturer as standard part of his equipment
The contractor shall submit a recommended list of priced spare parts sufficient for
two years operations as a separate list. This price should not be added to the
Contract amount.
At least 8 (eight) weeks prior to the practical completion, the Contractor shall submit
a comprehensive schedule of spare parts and special tools, required for
maintenance. State against each item the recommended quantity and unit price.
The Air Conditioning contractor shall allow in his contract for supplying a full set of
spare filters used throughout the A/C plants and shall deliver them to the Engineer
upon completion of his works.
22.2.31 WARRANTY
The Contractor shall guarantee for a period of 400 days after the practical
completion of the installation that all plant and equipment shall operate free of any
defects due to defective material and bad workmanship and that any part found
defective during this period shall be replaced free of cost by the Contractor.
All the compressors shall be guaranteed for a period of 5 years from the date of
practical completion. The Contractor shall also guarantee the performance and
efficiency of the plant and equipment as per the specifications for a similar period of
400 days after the practical completion and if the services of Contractors personnel
are requisitioned during this period, such shall be made available free of cost to the
Client.
If the defects are not rectified within a reasonable period, the Client may proceed to
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The technical schedules listed hereunder must be filled in and signed by the bidder
and they must be attached with the offer with complete engineering catalogues for
every piece of equipment to enable the Engineer to evaluate each offer. Offers
submitted without such information will not be acceptable.
Reference :..
Serving :..
Type :..
Quantity :..
Manufacturer :..
B.H.P. :..
Components
Flexible coupling :..
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Controls
a. Motorised valve
Make/Model :..
Type/Size :..
b. Temperature Controls
Make/Model :..
Type :..
Reference :..
Location :..
Make/Model :..
Type :..
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Cooling Coil
Fans
B.H.P. :..
Miscellaneous Information
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Filters
Make :..
Type/Model :..
Frame :..
Reference :..
Make :..
Type/Model :..
Location :..
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Through coil
Insulation
Manufacturer :..
Type :..
Density :..
Finish :..
Ventilation/Exhaust Fans
Reference :..
Location :..
Service :..
Type :..
Make :..
Model :..
Size :..
CFM :..
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Project :
Flow rate :
Pump RPM :
Voltage :
Water Temperature :
Certified by ..
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Project :
System Reference :
Installation Complete :
Grilles/Diffusers Open :
Flexible Connections :
Certified by .
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Project :
Location :
System/Equip. Ref. :
Fan Type :
Fan RPM :
Motor Power :
Starter Type :
Air Temperature :
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0
Chilled Water In : Temperature F
Pressure Psing
0
Chilled Water Out : Temperature F
Pressure Psing
0 0
Air In Temperature : F.DB F.WB
0 0
Air Out Temperature : F.DB F.WB
Certified by .
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Project :
Location :
System/Equip. Ref. :
Fan Type :
Fan RPM :
Motor Power :
Starter Type :
Air Temperature :
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Certified by ...
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Unit ref :
Manufacturer :
Compressor
Model # -------------
Serial # -------------
Motor # -------------
Model #
Serial #
Make
Frame
Quantity
Volt
Kw
Rated amps
Running amps
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Model #
Serial #
Make
Frame
Qty.
Volt
Kw
Rated amps
Running amps
Return air, c
Supply air ,c
Other items
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make
type
size
qty.
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EXHAUST FANS
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VOLUME 03 SECTION 22
1. The schedules have been prepared for the purpose of facilitating selection of
equipment and evaluating the tenders. The reference given against each item in
the schedules refer to the appropriate reference in the drawings.
3. The external static pressure for fans, where given are approximate and the
Contractor will be required to supply equipment to handle the requirements of his
installation without extra cost to the contract.
4. Should the Contractor wish to amplify any information to be provided, this should
be set out on separate sheets and submitted with his tender together with
explanatory manufacturers catalogues, curves and selection charts.
5. If the equipment selected by the tenderer should require any special alteration or
addition to the architectural or structural work, he must list the requirements
separately.
VOLUME 03 SECTION 22
General
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SAFID KSA
EURO REGISTER UAE
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WEDNESBURY UK
MUELLERBRASS USA
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23.3.07 PAINTING...................................................................................................... 48
23.3.08 LABELS AND IDENTIFICATION ................................................................... 48
23.3.09 SCHEDULE OF APPROVED MANUFACTURES .......................................... 49
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23.1.00 GENERAL
Work covered under this section includes furnishing of material, labor, and
equipment to install fire protection system as indicated on drawings and specified
herein.
A specialist Contractor shall execute the complete scope of work under this contract
and the contractor shall be in the approved list of Qatar civil defense.
The Scheme and Selection of equipment and components as shown on the drawings
are indicative, all the design parameters are to be cross verified and sized
accordingly on a need and requirement basis, by the Specialist Contractor assigned
and nominated by the Main Contractor to carryout the job.
The Fire Fighting Services include, but not limited to the following:
It shall be executed as shown on the drawings, and all the equipment and
components shall be approved by the Fire Department of State of Qatar and any
other statutory bodies as required and confirm to the NFPA Standards.
System requirements and pipe sizes shall be determined using hydraulic calculations
prepared in accordance with NFPA Standards.
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Total demand including hose streams to be calculated with 90% of the available
water supply pressure (i.e.; 10% of the pressure reserved as a safety factor).
a. Where pipe sizes are indicated on plans, these sizes may exceed minimum code
requirements and shall be sized as indicated. Where pipe routes and/or locations
are indicated on plans, locations are suggested for coordination purposes. Other
locations/routes are acceptable, coordinate with other trades.
b. Calculations of the hydraulically most remote area (HMR) and hydraulically most
demanding area (HMD) shall be based on actual floor area covered and the
design density (gpm/sq. ft.) as indicated in NFPA 13. The remote area shall be
equal to or larger than the area stated in the design density and shall include all
sprinkler heads within that area.
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23.1.05 SUBMITTALS
A. General
B. Product Data
C. Shop Drawings
D. Quality Control
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E. Submittal Sequence
2. Second, submit two sets of the revised shop drawings to the Owner who will
forward one copy to their insurance carrier for review.
3. Submit the final shop drawings with approvals from the approved agencies to the
Architect/Engineer.
F. Alternative Materials
Equipments and Materials used as the basis for the design are listed in the Schedule
of Manufacturers. Only in case if the specified item/s are not available due to valid
reasons, with official written apologies from manufacturers for not being able to
supply the requested materials. Only in such cases, the Consultant will consider the
alternatives, before the tender is accepted and the Consultants decision will be final
regarding the matter.
In case the alternatives are accepted, the Consultant will confirm the acceptance of
the same in writing. During the execution of the contract, no alternative equipment,
materials or fittings will be permitted other than the approved and the contractor is
fore-warned that any item provided by him which is not up to the specification, must
be replaced at his own expense. In cases where time will not permit, then such
replacements shall be at the clients convenience, but at the Contractors expenses
etc.
23.1.06 COORDINATION
1. Refer to drawings for smoke and fire ratings of walls and floors.
2. Refer to drawings for exact location and mounting height of cabinets housing fire
department valves and hoses.
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23.2.00 PRODUCTS
23.2.01 GENERAL
Where more than one of any specific item is required, items to be of same type and
manufacturer.
General
Only pipe and fitting materials listed in this specification shall be acceptable for use.
Extra lightweight steel, schedule 10 steel, and associated fittings are not acceptable.
Pipe
All above ground pipe works shall be Galvanized ERW to schedule 40: ASTM A53
Grade B and underground pipes shall be High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Class
PE 100 as specified hereunder.
Threaded Fittings
Threaded fittings shall be Malleable iron, Class 150 pound: comply with ANSI
B16.3/B1.14.
Grooved Fittings
1. Grooved fittings shall be cast from ductile iron to ASTM A 536 Grade 65-45-12 in
hot dipped galvanized.
2. Grooved fittings shall be suitable to rolled grooved pipe.
3. Pressure rating of fittings to exceed twice the maximum system working
pressure.
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Design: Provide in this section in compliance with Section 15140 and NFPA 13 (as
referenced by the authority having jurisdiction).
All valves shall be marked with the manufacturers name and the appropriate British
or American standard or shall fully comply with NFPA standards.
O.S & Y gate valves shall be provided to each branch pipe and, at the locations
where the flow is required, either fully open or fully closed, as indicated on the tender
drawings or as directed by the Engineer in order to isolate that part of the system in
the event of leaks and maintenance, which may arise at the time of commissioning
and pressure testing.
All main sprinkler system isolating valves shall be listed indicating valves and shall
be connected with the tamper switches. All valves controlling water supplies to the
sprinkler system including floor control valves shall be accessible to the authorized
persons during emergency.
Gate valves shall be made of cast iron and tested to 300-psi hydraulic pressure.
Valves of 50 mm dia and below shall be screwed ends and provided with unions on
both sides. Valves more than 50 mm dia shall be with flanged ends. Valves shall be
manufactured in accordance with NFPA standards.
Valves used as drain valve and valves near jockey pump shall be standard gate
valves. All other valves shall be UL listed, FM approved O.S & Y gate valves.
1. 2 inch through 12 inches: Ductile iron, lug, or wafer type body with stainless steel
stem and gear operator butterfly valve with a supervisory switch.
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D. Check Valve
Listed check valves shall be provided in discharge line of each pump, fire
department connection and at other locations as indicated in the drawing to prevent
reversal of flow. Non-return valves shall be made of cast iron and shall be UL-listed.
Valves shall be swing pattern, metal-to-metal seat and tested to 300-psi hydraulic
pressure.
This shall be NFPA approved to be constructed and equipped to give clear positive
audible alarm at any water flow through the sprinkler system equal to or greater than
that from a single automatic sprinkler. It shall be suitable for vertical/ horizontal
installations as per as the system requirement or as directed by the engineer and for
the variable pressure of water supply.
Alarm check valves shall be complete with retarding chamber 2 main drain valve, up
stream and downstream pressure gauge cocks, alarm control and test valves,
pressure operated alarm switch to actuate a bell, horn, or siren. Water motor and
alarm gong shall be located preferably outside the building at a location to engineers
approval.
F. Rubber Face Check Valve: Swing type with flanged ends. 2-1/2 inches through
12 inches.
Landing valves shall be of acceptable to the Fire Brigade use inside buildings. This
device shall have 65mm inlet diameter bore fitted with 65 mm. instantaneous female
coupling conforming to BS 336 suitable to use with QCD fire hoses and a blank cap
secured by a suitable length of chain. The Landing Valve shall be UL listed/FM
Approved and QCD approved. The Landing Valve shall be with built-in PRV device
wherever indicated in the drawings.
The valve shall be of brass / Gunmetal construction with approved finish. The
installation of the coupling should be done by an authorized installer.
Landing valves shall be installed as indicated inside the cabinet in the drawing at a
height above floor level between 750 mm and 1100 mm. The outlet shall be installed
to give clearances of not less than 150 mm on both sides and below the valve and
not less than 200 mm clearance above the hand wheel.
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Design Requirements:
2. Paddle Type: For pipe sizes 2 inches through 8 inches, with 0 - 70 second
adjustable pneumatic retard.
B. Pressure Gauges
Pressure gauges shall be provided on the discharge of the pumps and on wet pipe
sprinkler system riser as shown on the drawing. Each gauge shall not be less than
100 mm dia in dial size and shall comprise of a corrosion resistant housing with glass
window and brass trim. It shall have accuracy within +/-5% of the full-scale deflection
when working at 50 degree C. each gauge shall be provided with a gauge cock. The
pressure gauges shall be calibrated in psi or bars, or both. Each gauge shall have a
range of 0 to 11/2 times the normal working pressure.
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The inlet breeching shall be of horizontal pattern having a 150 mm flanged outlet and
four (4) 65 mm instantaneous male inlets complete with blank caps and chains. A
non-return (check) valve shall protect the inlet. The coupling shall comply with BS
336. The inlet connections shall be of suitable type of local fire brigade department.
The breeching shall be equipped with a 25 mm drain valve to drain the riser. Valves
body shall be made of DI with polished chrome brass Inlet Valves and Brass/Bronze
cap and chain.
The inlet breeching unit shall be housed in a steel flush box with Stainless steel Door
and Frame with wired glass glazed front panel as per BS 5041-5 standard and:
a. Conspicuously indicated by the words: Wet Riser Inlet, Sprinkler Inlet, or Fire
Water Tank in block letters on the inner face of the glass, depending on the
project type.
b. Fastened only by means of a spring lock, which can also be operated from
the inside without the aid of a key after the glass has been broken.
c. Made large enough for hose to be connected to inlets even if the door cannot
be opened and the only means of access is by breaking the glass.
A. General
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B. Upright Sprinklers
C. Pendent Sprinklers
G. Spare Sprinkler Cabinet: Wall mounted. Storage capacity of not less than
minimum designated by NFPA 13.
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Sprinklers shall be installed in accordance with NFPA 13. These shall be local Fire
officers approved, pendant glass bulb sprinklers. Sprinklers mounted in non air
conditioned areas shall be of 79 degree C. whereas, sprinklers mounted in air
conditioned areas shall be 68 degree C and suitable for maximum ambient
temperature of 50 degree C. However, sprinklers shall have K-factor as per the
hydraulic calculations requirement.
Toilet, pantry areas and AHU Plant room shall be provided with sprinklers and shall
have chrome finish.
The Fire Hose shall be automatic swinging recessed type. The Fire Hose Reel shall
be installed where shown on the drawings. It shall be automatic swinging recessed
type.
Hose reels shall be in accordance with EN694 & EN671-1. The hose reel shall have
a 30 meters long of 25 mm. internal diameter reinforced non-kickable rubber hose
capable of withstanding a working pressure of 12 bars. The hose shall be wound on
a fabricated steel drum with circular side plates.
The hose reel shall turn on automatically when 1.5 to 1.8 meters of hose is
withdrawn from the real/ drum.
The hose reel shall be equipped with shut-off valve for connecting with pipework.
The hose nozzle shall be chrome plated brass, JET/SPRAY/SHUT/ OFF nozzle, and
shall have a 6 mm orifice.
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The hose reel cabinet shall be either wall-mounted type or recessed type as
indicated in the drawing. The cabinet shall be double compartment to accommodate
fire hose reel in the upper compartment and other fire equipments including landing
valve in the bottom compartment. The cabinet has to be made of minimum 1.2 mm
thickness stainless steel. The door can be different type like wood to stainless steel
finish, marble finish, MDF wooden door, clear glass or wired glass as per the
Architects requirements. The stainless steel cabinets shall be polished finish type,
the finish shall be decided upon the approval of the architect.
The Double fire hose reel cabinet in different locations of the building shall be able
accommodate the following specified fire equipments:
A zone control valve set shall be UL, FM Approved and it is to be provided for each
sprinkler system zone as shown in the drawings, and shall comprise:
a. Butterfly valve shall have UL 1091. It shall be fitted with factory installed
UL/FM approved tamper switch.
b. Flow alarm switch shall be UL listed and FM approved for the size of the pipe
in which it is installed as a paddle type water flow indicator. Shall be fixed
after the butterfly valve, on the main supply pipe and before any connection is
taken off.
c. Inspector test and drain connections.
d. Dial pressure gauges suitable for the water pressures shall be fitted so
arranged that it can be easily removed for testing and checking without
shutting down the water supply.
23.2.13 LOCKS
Locks shall be of type suitable for the Qatar Fire Department type key. If a non -
brigade key is used on doorways to control valves, pump rooms, etc. a key shall be
placed in a box with a brigade lock, adjacent to the door.
Supply and install monitoring switches on all sprinkler and hydrant system isolation
valves, to register an alarm if the valves are moved from the fully open position.
The switch, means of actuation and power supply shall be of approved manufacture
and function.
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Clean agent fire extinguishers which shall contain Halotron agent and shall be of 15
lbs capacity (approximately 7 Kg) with a A; 10-B; C rating. The discharge time shall
be 13 seconds and the unit weight shall not be more than 11.75 kg. The Halotron
fire extinguishers shall be UL-Listed and Local Civil Defense Approved. Where the
clean agent fire extinguishers are located in electrical rooms they shall be complete
with wall mounting brackets. Instructions shall be screen printed on the front door.
The Halotron fire extinguishers shall be UL-listed.
FIRE BLANKETS
Provide fire blankets in Kitchens. Fire blanket shall be good quality with silicon
coating provided on both sides. The size shall be 6 Feet x 6 feet.
A. GENERAL
Each system shall be design to insure the maximum pumping capacity even if one of
the main pumps fails. The total supplying of all the necessary equipment for the
firewater production (including pumps, engines driven, controllers, instrumentation,
piping, valves, relief valves,) is included in the Contractors scope of work. The
supplying and installation of the day fuel tank of the engines is included in the
Contractors scope. The fuel tank (and all the fuel installation) shall be in accordance
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with NFPA standards. The air supply system of the diesel engines drive (automatic
opening, venting panels,) is included in the Contractors scope. The fire pumps,
motor, engine and electric pump controllers and diesel pump controllers shall be UL
listed or FM approved and suitable for sprinklered fire pumproom. An undertaking to
this effect shall be submitted to the supervising engineer. Unit responsibility must
be submitted from the manufacturer.
The engine driven fire pumps shall be in accordance with NPFA 20 (curves, starting,
protection, etc.) The problem of surge (hammer effect) shall be taken into account in
the design. A surge analysis shall be conducted and specific surge pressure control
system shall be installed. Over-pressure system shall also be installed. The
contractor shall provide fully certified hydraulic calculations for exact sizing of the
pumps. The pumps shall be furnished with a full set of bench test certificates
proving acceptability for the design points for this installation.
B. FIRE PUMPS
Fire pumps shall be UL and FM approved. Each pump shall have a capacity as
shown in pump schedule, adjusted as necessary to suit the hydraulic calculations.
The pumping unit or package shall meet all requirements complying with NFPA 20
The pumps shall also deliver not less than 150% of rated capacity at a pressure of
not less than 65% of rated pressure. The shutoff pressure shall not exceed 140% of
the rated pressure at rated capacity.
Each fire pump shall be of horizontal split case centrifugal single stage or multistage
construction, specifically labeled for fire service and capable of providing the
required flow and pressure of the entire development. The pump shall be connected
to the combined sprinkler/standpipe system. The suction supply for the fire pump
shall be from a storage tank at a maximum pressure of 20 kPa and a minimum
pressure of 0 kPa. The pump casing shall be cast iron and rated to withstand twice
the working pressure.
D. PUMP CONSTRUCTION
The pumps construction shall be cast iron casing, Bronze impeller, Stainless Steel
shaft and gland packing.
Note: The pump shall also deliver not less than 150 % of the rated capacity at a
pressure of not less than 65 % of the rated pressure. The shut off pressure shall not
exceed 140 % of the rated pressure at rated capacity.
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The fire protection contractor shall select a pump discharge and head to satisfy the
fire protection system requirements resulting from the system hydraulic calculations
and submit it to engineers approval.
The Fire and Sprinkler Pumps shall include the following accessories, as required by
NFPA standards:
1. Flow Metering Device, shall be of the Venturi type. Pilot and annular devices
will not be acceptable- One metering device shall be provided for each pump.
or as shown on the drawings. Pipe water back to the storage tank.
2. Discharge tee.
3. Necessary isolating valves with supervisory switches.
4. Air release valve and fittings.
5. Discharge pressure gauge.
6. Main relief valve, pilot operated, enclosed relief valve overflow cone and
discharge tee with elbow (diesel drive only).
7. Main relief valve with discharge pipes to water tank.
8. Pump casing relief valve.
On installations where the Fire Pump is to be operated electrically, the electric motor
shall be a horizontal, TEFC, UL listed, wound for 380 V, 3 phase, 50 Hz (cycle)
current. The motor shall be UL-listed and of such capacity that 115% of the full-load
ampere rating shall not be exceeded at any condition of the pump load for UL Listed
fire pump.
With an ambient temperature not exceeding 40 deg. C, the motor shall be designed
for a temperature rise not exceeding 60 deg. C when carrying fully rated-load
continuously, and shall be capable of operating continuously with an overload of 15%
without stress or excessive rise in temperature. The locked rotor current shall not
exceed the values specified in NFPA Pamphlet No. 20.
The Fire Pump motor control shall be UL listed and FM Approved. It shall be
completely assembled, wired and tested by the control manufacturer before
shipment from factory, and shall be labeled 'Fire Pump Controller". The controller
shall be located as practical and within the sight of the motor.
The controller shall be so located or protected that it will not be injured by water
escaping from the pump or connection. The controller shall be of the combined
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manual and automatic star & delta type and shall be in NEMA 4 enclosure complete
with:
Diesel engine shall be UL listed and FM approved for fire protection service.
The engine shall be of the self-contained open type, mounted on a suitable base with
the following minimum plus any others that may be necessary by NFPA-20 and local
CD requirements:
Dual battery set sized to NFPA -20 requirements with electrolyte shipped in separate
containers, rack and cables.
a. Dual battery charger of proper type for batteries used (included in UL Listed /
FM Approved controller). Power to battery charger shall be supplied from
electric pump control panel. Wiring from control panel to battery chargers
shall be by the contractor.
b. Electric starter with suitable generator and voltage regulator.
c. Engine water pump.
d. Heat exchanger cooling system.
e. Water cooled or ceramic blanketed exhaust manifold.
f. Lubricating oil pump and filter.
g. Fuel injection system.
h. Air cleaner.
i. Proper instrument panel, complete with engine run warning light, water
temperature gauge, oil pressure gauge, voltmeter, totalizing type tachometer
and hour meter.
j. Residential Grade Muffler.
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All engine wiring for automatic operation shall terminate in a proper junction box
to permit connection to control panel.
J. FUEL SYSTEM
A suitable fuel system for the diesel engine shall be furnished. It must be in
accordance with NFPA Pamphlet No.20 and shall include above surface day storage
tank, flexible hose connectors, combination vent, flesh arrestor and fill cap.
K. SILENCER (MUFFLER)
The silencer shall be for turbo-charged engines, sized and selected to accommodate
the allowable pressure drop of the engine.
Silencer inlet and discharge shall be flanged, manufactured from minimum 10mm
thick plate and drilled to ANSI 70. Silencers shall be either and in/end out and side
in/end out configurations to suit installation.
Provide 12mm drain connections. Prior to shipping, the silencers shall be thoroughly
cleaned and coated in a high temperature 650C aluminum paint.
Automatic Diesel Drive Engine Control Panel: The automatic engine control panel
shall be UL/FM approved for fire pump service and meet the requirements of
NFPA20 and shall be in NEMA 4 enclosure. The panel shall be of the floor mounted
or wall mounted type, and enclosed in moisture and dust tight housing. A
combination manual and automatic type controller with Manual-Off-Automatic
selector shall be provided and a 240 volt single phase power failure relay or a
pressure switch, which will ( when the system pressure drops ) activate all electric
circuits to automatically start the engine.
Should the engine fail to start after the required cranking cycles, the controller shall
disconnect the starting circuit and activate an alarm system using lights and buzzer
or bell. Low oil pressure and high jacket-water temperature shall also be
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indicated by a suitable alarm system. The engine shall not shut down if either of
these conditions occurs during an operating cycle.
The engine shall be started automatically by the Controller at least once a week,
adjustable, and operate a minimum of 30 minutes (adjustable). An appropriate
timing arrangement shall determine the day and hour of this test.
Pressure recorder (7 day drive) shall be provided within the control panel. The
pressure recorder shall be electronic type with USB as well as Ethernet provisions
for collecting data recorded.
Fire Pump Controller shall be a diesel engine type, Controller approved and listed by
the Underwriters Laboratories for fire pump service, carry the labels of both UL/FM
and meet the requirements of the NFPA20.
In case of battery failure, the charger shall initiate an alarm and provide a
signal to prevent the use of the defective battery during the start attempt
cycle.
2. Relays : All relays shall be equipped with manual test buttons, status ON
OFF indicators, be of the plug in type and shall meet all voltage and current
requirements.
Remote Alarm Circuit: A total of five (5) standard alarm contacts, rated at 10
A, 125 V shall be provided and wired to the field terminal block, to indicate
the following engine conditions:
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OFF position shall shut down engine and alarms under any condition.
AUTO position : a water pressure switch mounted inside the controller shall
provide the engine start on water pressure drop. The automatic starting circuit
shall alternate the two storage batteries after each start attempt. The attempt to
start cycle shall consist of six cranks and five rest periods of 15 seconds
duration. In the event of one battery failure, the starting cycle shall lock itself to
the remaining battery. In case of engine failure, the controller shall stop any
further cranking and energize the ENGINE FAIL TO START alarm. A manual
stop pushbutton shall enable engine shut down, but only after all starting causes
have returned to normal. The automatic Weekly Exercise cycle shall also be
operational in the auto-position. This cycle shall be programmed on the 7 day
time clock. A short opening of the water solenoid valve shall create a momentary
pressure drop and cause automatic engine start. At the end of the programmed
Exercise cycle, engine shall shut down automatically. A manual test switch
located on the time clock shall allow for manual test operation of the weekly
exercise cycle. The 7 day time clock shall hold its time on A/C power failure and
not require resetting.
TEST Position : Engine shall start in the same manner as the above exercise
cycle start. Turning main switch to Auto or Off position shall shut down engine.
Safety Shut Down : Engine overspeed condition shall shut down engine without
time delay and lock out until manually reset.
The controller shall provide the following additional safety features Engine shut
down in case of low oil pressure or high coolant temperature during exercise, test
or optional AC failure operation only.
M. JOCKEY PUMP
The Jockey pump capacity and pressure shall be as indicated in the pump schedule
on the drawings.
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Pump controller shall be factory pre-wired and tested. Pressure switch shall sense
low pressure in the fire pump system. Set cut-in pressure 5 PSI above main fire
pump cut-in pressure. Set cut-out pressure at system pressure. Provide minimum
run timer to operate the pump for a minimum of 3 minutes.
The Contractor shall supply and install fire-fighting pumps as shown and detailed on
the drawings.
The fire pump duty/standby and the Jockey pump, shall be comply with the
requirements of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Underwriters
Laboratories Inc. (UL), and Factory Mutual (FM), Local Building and Fire Department
rules and regulations.
Fire pumps shall be fully automatic, factory assembled, skid mounted units includes
the following features:
Pump construction shall be in cast iron casing, bronze impeller, stainless steel shaft
complete with steel base frame / plate.
The motor shall be squirrel cage induction type and rated for continuous operation at
ambient temperature not less than 50 Deg. C, totally enclosed fan cooled with
insulation class F and IP 54-protection level and rated for 415 volt, 3 phase and 50
Hz.
The Engine shall be of 4-stroke mechanical injection air-cooled type with automatic
speed regulator and flywheel housing.
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The Engine shall be provided with double battery kit (12 VDC) and charger, complete
with exhaust pipe (insulated) and arranged to discharge outside.
The hand button shall be spring-loaded and shall override all control circuits
exception the overload, so that the selected pump can be checked for performance
and operation.
The pump sets shall operate under the control of pressure switches
a. Automatic operation of all pumps under the control of pressure switches and
cyclic relay. The duty pump selection switch shall be in Auto position.
b. Automatic switch over to stand-by pump in case of failure of the duty pump.
c. The hand position of H-O-A switches is only foe testing of pump and shall be
spring-loaded. Alternatively non-latching push button shall be used for
starting pump in HAND mode.
d. Dry run protection based on level switch in the feed tank with indication.
e. Volt free terminals for remote indications of common fault including low water
level in feed tank, and pump on demand.
The fire pump set shall be constructed to local Fire departments requirements and a
certificate stating this shall be provided with the pumps and shall confirm to NFPA
and shall be a single stage horizontal split casing centrifugal type.
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PART 1 - GENERAL
1.2 REFERENCES
O. ASTM A53 - Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped Zinc Coated, Welded and
Seamless.
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R. ASTM A234 - Pipe Fittings of Wrought Carbon Steel and Alloy Steel for
Moderate and Elevated Temperatures.
W. MIL-M-12218 -
B. Fire Protection System: Total flooding of hazard area with 4.5% percent
concentration by volume of FK-5-1-12 - 3M e.a (NOVEC 1230) in max. 10
seconds discharge time, to extinguish fire.
C. System is fixed installation with equipment designed and installed to provide fire-
extinguishing capability for underfloor & occupied area of areas shown and
clarified in design drawings.
A. Provide sufficient amount of NOVEC 1230 liquid to convert into NOVEC 1230
vapor. Consider the following when computing volume:
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B. Locate NOVEC 1230 supply and backup supply in each hazard area.
C. Interface system with building fire alarm system, smoke control system &
emergency power off system, etc as per the Code and QCD requirements.
1.6 SUBMITTALS
C. Samples: Submit one sample of each detector, manual pull station, and nozzle.
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1.10 QUALIFICATIONS
C. Design system using a UL, ULC, LPC or FM approved calculation method under
direct supervision of a Professional Engineer:
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B. Conform to ANSI/NFPA 70 and ANSI/NFPA 72A code for electrical wiring and
wiring devices.
C. Deliver and store equipment in shipping containers with labeling in place. Deliver
NOVEC 1230 in approved containers.
1.13 WARRANTY
B. Provide one complete set of special tools required for servicing and maintaining
equipment .
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
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A. Steel Pipe: ASTM A53 or A106, Schedule 80, black, Seamless. The pipe
schedule shall be verified by performing hydraulic calculations using VDS
approved software.
1. Fittings: ANSI/ASME B16.3 malleable iron class 150/300 for sizes 2 inch (50
mm) and smaller, or ASTM A234, forged steel welding type fittings.
D. Gauges: ASME B40.1, UL 393, UL 404, [FS GG-G-76] [3-1/2 inch (90 mm)]
diameter cast aluminum case, phosphor bronze bourdon tube, rotary brass
movement, brass socket, front re- calibration adjustment, black figures on white
background, 1 percent mid-scale accuracy, scale calibrated both psi and kPa.
A. Single action control: Molded surface housing fitted with "pull down" lever which
locks in position after releasing spring-loaded contact switch.
B. Double action control: Molded surface housing fitted with "push in" tab and "pull
down" lever which locks in position after releasing spring-loaded contact switch.
C. Labeling: Locate engraved label adjacent to each manual pull station, indicating
area protected, and that actuation will cause Halon discharge.
C. Adjustment: Manual for normal or high sensitivity, with sensitivity setting visible
and requiring no special tools.
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B. Construction: One piece chrome plated brass or aluminum nozzle with textured
finish with female pipe thread integral on body. Direct discharge parallel to
ceiling.
A. Cylinders: Standard model and size for ease of replacement and addition.
Design, fabricate, certify, and stamp cylinders in accordance with ANSI/ASME
SEC 8.
B. Contents: Fill cylinders with required NOVEC 1230. Pressurize with dry nitrogen
to 500 PSIG (3447 KPa) plus or minus 5 percent total pressure at 70 degrees F.
C. Identification: Permanent plate, specifying agent, tare and gross weight, pounds
of NOVEC 1230 and pressurization level; installed so plate is visible and
readable.
E. Cylinder Valves: Heavy duty forged brass, incorporating safety release pressure
operated manual control, solenoid discharge valve, and pressure gauge. Provide
solenoid pilot valves for each cylinder or bank of cylinders.
F. Manifold: Provide for systems with more than one cylinder, with rack to secure
each cylinder and check valves between each cylinder discharge and manifold.
B. Provide supervision to ANSI/NFPA 72A, Class (A) of following circuits for wire
break or ground faults:
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D. Provide sealed led acid batteries and charger for continuous operation of
detection, alarm, actuation and supervision functions for 48 hours. Provide
automatic battery switch-over upon failure of primary power supply.
E. Conceal control switches and indicators, with exception of Power On, Master
Trouble, Supervisory Trouble, Circuit 1 Alarm, Circuit 2 Alarm and Release
Indicators. Provide the following annunciation.
1. Power On : Green
2. System Trouble : Amber
3. Battery Trouble : Amber
4. Circuit 1 Trouble : Amber
5. Circuit 2 Trouble : Amber
6. Ground Fault : Amber
7. Release trouble : Amber
8. Alarm Circuit 1 : Red
9. Alarm Circuit 2 : Red
10. Agent Release : Red
11. Alarm Silence : Amber
12. Battery Polarity : Amber
13. Abort Trouble : Amber
14. Alarm Output Trouble : Amber
15. Supervisory Trouble :Amber
A. Alarm Bells: Low voltage to allow supervision of circuit wiring, of modular design,
with minimum sound level of 88 db at 10 ft (3 meters).
B. Alarm Horns: Low voltage to allow supervision of circuit wiring, with minimum
sound level of 90 db at 10 feet (3 meters)
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D. Temperature Detection
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
B. Verify that enclosing walls are continuous above ceilings and below raised floors
to enable required concentration to be built up and maintained for required time
to ensure effective fire extinction.
3.2 INSTALLATION
B. Ream pipe and tube ends. Remove burrs. [Bevel plain end ferrous pipe.]
Remove scale and dirt on inside and outside before assembly. Blow out pipe
before nozzles or discharge devices are installed.
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D. Securely support piping in accordance with ANSI/ASME B31.1 with allowance for
NOVEC 1230 thrust forces, and thermal expansion and contraction.
J. In rooms with suspended ceiling tiles, clip or retain tiles within 4 foot (1.2 m)
radius of the nozzles to prevent lifting during discharge.
L. Make final connections between equipment and system wiring under direct
supervision of factory trained representative of manufacturer.
N. At hazard area walls pack space between pipe, pipe sleeve or surface
penetration with mineral fiber with elastomer calk to depth of 1/2 inch (13 mm).
Provide escutcheons where exposed piping passes through walls, floors, and
ceilings. Seal pipe penetrations of fire separations.
O. Locate discharge nozzle approximately 6 inches (150 mm) above or below ceiling
and 6 inches (150 mm) below raised floors. Avoid interference with other piping
and equipment.
P. Locate remote manual releases at one or more doors to protect area where
indicated. Locate deadman abort switch adjacent.
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3.3 TESTING
B. Test distribution piping and valving, prior to nozzle installation, to 50 psig (340
kPa) air pressure test. Inspect joints using soap water solution or halide torch or
lamp. Repair leaks and retest. Maintain test pressure for four hours.
E. Check each detector with a sensitivity meter, adjust. Record sensitivity, and
include record in test report.
3.5 DEMONSTRATION
C. Submit integrated step-by-step test procedure for approval 30 days prior to start
of demonstration.
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A. GENERAL
1. Summary
a. Section Includes:
2. Definitions
3. System Description
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4. Performance Requirements
5. Submittals
a. Product Data: For each type of product indicated. Include the following:
1. Piping, valves, fittings, and hangers.
2. Seismic restraints for all equipment.
3. Bladder tanks and proportioning devices.
4. Foam concentrate.
5. Discharge devices. Include flow characteristics.
6. Monitoring and alarm devices. Include electrical data and supervision
method.
7. Foam-concentrate pumps. Include power supply and controller.
8. Foam-concentrate storage tanks.
9. Strainers.
10. Test connections.
b. Shop Drawings: For each hazard area, drawn to scale, and signed and
sealed by a qualified professional engineer. Include plans, elevations,
sections, details, and attachments to other work.
1. Detail equipment assemblies and indicate dimensions, weights, loads,
required clearances, method of field assembly, components, and location
and size of each field connection.
2. Wiring Diagrams: For power, signal, and control wiring.
3. Design Calculations: For amount of foam concentrate required for each
hazard area.
4. Plans: Show the following:
a) Foam-solution proportioning tanks and devices, piping, discharge
devices, monitoring and alarm devices, and accessories.
b) Method of attaching hangers to building structure.
c) Fire-alarm panel.
d) Equipment and furnishings.
c. Permit-Approved Drawings: Working plans prepared according to NFPA 16
and approved by authorities having jurisdiction. Include hydraulic calculations
complying with NFPA 13.
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6. Closeout Submittals
7. Quality Assurance
8. Extra Materials
a. Furnish extra materials that match products installed and that are packaged
with protective covering for storage and identified with labels describing
contents.
1. Discharge Devices: Not less than 20 percent of amount of each type
installed.
2. Foam Concentrate: Not less than 200 percent of amount installed.
B. PRODUCTS
2. Valves
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b. Ball Valves:
1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements,
2. Description:
a) Standard: UL 258.
b) For trim and drain functions.
c) Valves NPS 1-1/2 (DN 40) and Smaller: Bronze body with threaded
ends.
d) Valves NPS 2 and NPS 2-1/2 (DN 50 and DN 65): Bronze body with
threaded ends or ductile-iron body with grooved ends.
e) Valves NPS 3 (DN 80): Ductile-iron body with grooved ends.
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3. Plug Valves:
3. Specialties
a. Specialties shall comply with NFPA 16, be compatible with the foam
concentrate, and be designed to be drained and cleaned.
b. Foam-Concentrate Storage Tanks: Buna-N, bladder-type proportioning tank
complying with UL 162 and ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code:
Section VIII; designed for use with AFFF Foam and for specific type of foam
concentrate used. Include bladder, internal piping, fill and drain, glass sight
gage, piping, and valves. Contain concentrate in the bladder.
c. Orientation: Vertical design with skirt support.
d. Proportioning Controllers: Venturi type complying with UL 162 and of
capacity to match design at minimum and maximum flow.
e. Concentrate Control Valves: Water-operated ball or deluge valve designed
to open with flow through the proportioning controller.
f. Concentrate Strainers: Bronze body and stainless-steel mesh strainer with
minimum 0.125-inch (3.2-mm) perforations to remove solids that would block
system components.
g. Pressure Gages: Comply with UL 393; with 3.5 inch minimum-diameter dial,
0- to 300-psig (0-to-2070-kPa) dial range, and caption "WATER" or
"CONCENTRATE" on dial face.
4. Foam Concentrate
5. Discharge Devices
a. Open head nozzles that have been specifically tested and found suitable for
the discharge of low expansion synthetic foam/water solution shall be
installed. Nozzles used for discharge outlets shall have been tested for
minimum densities or minimum pressures as foam/water solution discharge
outlets. Discharge devices shall be UL listed or FM approved for the
application for which they are used. Open head nozzles shall be UL listed or
FM approved for use with the foam concentrate being used.
6. Monitoring Devices
a. Valve Supervisory Switches: Single pole, double throw, with normally closed
contacts complying with UL 753. Switch shall signal fire-alarm panel or
releasing panel when valve is in other than fully open position.
b. Pressure Switches: Single pole, double throw, UL listed or FM Approved and
complying with UL 753. Switch shall signal an alarm condition at the fire-
alarm panel or releasing panel when switch is in other than fully open
position.
c. Flow Switches: Single pole, double throw, UL listed or FM Approved and
complying with UL 753. Switch shall signal an alarm condition at the fire-
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alarm panel or releasing panel when switch is in other than fully open
position.
C. INSTALLATION
a. Equipment Mounting:
1. Install concentrate storage bladder tanks on cast-in-place concrete
equipment bases.
b. Install concentrate storage tanks anchored to substrate according to tank
manufacturer's written instructions.
c. Install tanks level and plumb, according to layout drawings, original design,
and referenced standards. Maintain manufacturer's recommended
clearances. Arrange units so controls and devices needing service are
accessible.
2. Piping Installation
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3. Connections
4. Labeling
5. Charging System
a. Fill proportioning tanks with foam concentrate after field quality-control testing
is complete and satisfactory results have been achieved.
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23.3.00 EXECUTION
23.3.01 PREPARATION
23.3.02 INSTALLATION
C. Pipe Supports
Install hangers in compliance with Section 15140 and NFPA 13 (as referenced by the
authority having jurisdiction). All pipe hangers bolts, nuts, washers and other
hardware to be hot dipped galvanized construction for use at the cooling towers. All
outdoor piping to be hot dipped galvanized construction with all threads coated to
prevent corrosion from outdoor elements.
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E. Drains
F. Control Valves
Mount valves minimum 1070 mm and maximum 1525 mm above finished floor
elevation.
I. Alarms
J. Supervisory Devices
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N. Sprinklers
O. Cabinets
P. Signs
a. Drains.
b. Test connections.
c. Shut-off valves.
d. Risers supplying hydraulically designed systems.
e. Each alarm.
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A. Arrange, conduct, and document all performance and acceptance tests required
by the applicable NFPA Standards and the authority having jurisdiction.
1. Painting.
2. Covering.
3. Concealing in any way.
Procedure:
1. Clean and flush piping systems and connections in accordance with the
applicable NFPA Standards and the authority having jurisdiction.
2. Connect hoses to outlets and discharge to sewer.
3. Discharge water must be free of rust, stain and discoloration.
4. Remove stains caused by discharge.
5. Replace equipment and materials that cannot be cleaned.
6. Provide hoses and hose connections for this work.
Tubes and all items of equipment shall be delivered stored and maintained in
storage with their open ends effectively plugged, capped or sealed. All fittings, valves
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and sundry items shall be stored in clean bins or bagged and stored in suitable
racks. All such stored items shall be maintained under weather proofed cover to be
supplied by the contractor until they are ready for incorporation in the works.
Particular care shall be taken to ensure that electrical equipment and components
are kept clean and dry.
Before installations are handed over or subjected to the inspection and tests the
entire installation shall be thoroughly cleaned, both internally and externally.
All fire protection installations shall be flushed out with clean water. During the
flushing out provision shall be made to exclude any item of plant, which could be
damaged by the cleaning operation. The entire operation shall be carried out to the
satisfaction of the consultant.
23.3.06 TESTING
All paperwork and the whole installation shall be hydraulic pressure tested to twice
the normal working pressure or 16.0 bars whichever is greater. The Pressure shall
be maintained for a period of not less than 24 hours, and the drop in pressure
recorded, and the drop in pressure shall be within the specified limits and as per the
relevant Codes and Standards.
Any equipment fitted not suitable for this pressure test shall be adequately protected
from the system during the tests.
All leaks are to be immediately repaired and the installations re-tested until the above
requirements are obtained.
All the required tests are to be performed before application of the paint and valve
adjustments made with the pumps in operation.
23.3.07 PAINTING
All pipe works for the fire fighting services shall be given one coat of rich primer and
two coats of Post office Red paint after installation and pressure testing.
All items of Fire Protection Services shall be labeled and identified as required, and
as per the requirements of the Fire Department.
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(R-03, R-17, R-46, R-15, R-05, R-43 AND MU-P04)
ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VOLUME 03 SECTION 23
AEB-967-12-REV. 00 S-23-49/50
FIRE FIGHTING INSTALLATION
AL ERKYAH RESIDENTIAL BUILDING
(R-03, R-17, R-46, R-15, R-05, R-43 AND MU-P04)
ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VOLUME 03 SECTION 23
AEB-967-12-REV. 00 S-23-50/50
FIRE FIGHTING INSTALLATION