Fire Protection Specs for Engineers
Fire Protection Specs for Engineers
PROJECT
(NEW BUILDING)
Aguinaldo Highway, Bacoor Cavite
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
FOR
FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM
24 October 2019
OSCAR V. RELUCIO
Professional Mechanical Engineer
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Work of this Section shall conform to the requirements of the Contract Documents.
B. Firestop Compounds.
C. Damming Material.
1.2 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit shop drawings, product data, and manufacturer’s installation instructions for
all materials and prefabricated devices, providing descriptions sufficient for
identification at the job site.
C. Submit Material Safety Data Sheets with product delivered to job site.
D. Submit complete details of each type of penetration to be used indicating the proper
U.L. approved firestop system.
D. The firestop compound shall not contain any solvents or inorganic fibers. The
penetrations seal material must be unaffected by moisture and must maintain the
integrity of the floor or wall assembly for its rated time period when tested in
accordance with ASTM E8 14 (UL1479). The system shall be Classified for up to and
including 3 hours.
1.4 FIRESTOPPING
A. Provide firestop compounds for caulk, pour, trowel or pump application. Material must
be capable of sealing openings around single or multiple pipes against fire, smoke
and toxic gases, and maintaining rating with a thickness no greater than the structure.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MATERIALS
B. Firestopping materials shall not require hazardous waste disposal of used containers/
packages.
C. Provide firestopping materials free of solvents which will not experience shrinkage
while curing.
PART 3 – EXECUTION
Not Used.
END OF SECTION
SECTION 210007
ALTERNATIVE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIERS
1.1 The Stipulated Bid Sum shall be for base Specification equipment only. Where a choice of
base bid equipment is given, indicate selection included in Stipulated Bid Sum by submitting
this Section. Failure to complete and submit this section will indicate that the GENERAL
CONTRACTOR has agreed to provide the base bid equipment specified in each specification
section, listed in each equipment schedule, and/or shown on the Drawings.
1.2 Express alternative prices as an addition to or deduction from the Stipulated Bid Sum.
1.3 The EMPLOYER reserves the right to accept or reject any alternative price offered.
1.4 The Stipulated Bid Sum will be adjusted by the addition or deduction of alternative prices
accepted by EMPLOYER to form the Contract Price.
1.5 The EMPLOYER may select the GENERAL CONTRACTOR on the basis of the adjusted bid
price.
1.6 Where modifications to the work of Other Trades are required as a result or part of the
alternative offered, include the cost of said modifications in the alternative price offered.
1.7 Submit the following list of base bid and alternative suppliers in accordance with Bid
requirements.
END OF SECTION
PART 1 – GENERAL
A. These Specifications are an integral part of the Contract Documents. Tendering and
Contract Requirements and Division 21, General Requirements apply to all Division
23 Specification Sections.
B. Work in the Specifications is divided into descriptive Sections which are not intended
to delegate functions or work to any specific Subcontractor or identify absolute
contractual limits between Subcontractor, nor between the Contractor and his
Subcontractor. The requirements of any one Section apply to all other Sections, for
example: the motor service factor requirement. Refer to other Divisions and Sections
to ensure a completed operational product and fully coordinated standard of work.
C. The direction to 'provide' equipment, materials, products, labour and services shall be
interpreted to 'supply, install and test' the Division 21 work indicated on the Drawings
and specified in the Specifications.
D. Provide and include in the Contract Price Division 21 work including mechanical
components and normal system accessories not shown on the Drawings or stipulated
in the Specifications, and required to ensure completed operational systems and a
fully coordinated standard of Work acceptable to the Consultant and all authorities
having jurisdiction.
E. The work essentially shall include, but shall not all necessarily be limited to the
following items:
7. Miscellaneous Works:
1.2 INTENT/PHASING
C. Be completely responsible for the acceptable condition and operation of all systems,
equipment and components forming part of the installation or directly associated with
it. Promptly replace defective materials, equipment and parts of equipment and repair
related damages.
1.3 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate and schedule Division 21 work with all other work in the same area or with
work which is dependent upon Division 21 work so as to facilitate mutual progress.
C. Examine the site and all Contract Documents prior to bid submission. No allowance
will be made for any difficulties encountered due to any features of the building,
methods of construction, site or surrounding public and private property which existed
up to the bid close.
A. Provide new materials and equipment of proven design and quality. Provide current
models of equipment with published ratings certified by recognized local and
international testing and standards agencies.
B. Workmanship and installation methods shall conform to the best modern practice.
Employ skilled tradesmen to perform work under the direct supervision of fully
qualified personnel.
D. Meet NFPA and other industry standards in the selection and provision of equipment,
materials, pipe and components and systems.
E. Meet NFPA and Manufacturer’s Standards for the supply and installation of all
equipment.
F. Meet the additional selection, sizing and performance criteria specified in this
Specification.
C. Do not scale Drawings to order materials. Take field measurements before ordering
and fabricating materials.
E. Leave areas clear where space is indicated as reserved for future equipment and
where space is required to maintain equipment. Maintenance clearances in addition
to providing for servicing of equipment, shall allow for removal and reinstallation of
replaceable items such as motors, coils and filters.
B. Do not reduce the quality of work specified and/or shown on the Drawings because of
regulatory requirements.
C. In general, and as applicable, the physical and chemical properties, the characteristics
and the performance of Division 21 work shall meet the requirements of recognised
agencies including those listed herein:
D. Give all necessary notices, obtain all permits and pay for all governmental fees, taxes
and other costs in connection with the work. File all necessary Contract Documents,
prepare submissions and obtain approvals of regulatory bodies having jurisdiction.
A. Do not proceed with any changes to the Work without written authority from the
Owner.
A. Where equipment has been pre-purchased by the Owner for installation by Division
21, assume complete responsibility for acceptance, delivery schedule, off loading,
storage, rigging, installation, protection, start-up and warranty of this equipment, all as
if the equipment were provided by Division 23.
C. The following equipment has been pretendered in order to ensure equipment delivery
in time to meet the building construction schedule.
E. The Owner shall bear the equipment and FOB job site shipping costs directly.
F. Request from the Owner, full details of the equipment and the manufacturer's Shop
Drawings. Include related information in the Operating and Maintenance Manual.
1.9 WARRANTY
B. Unconditionally warrant all equipment, material and workmanship for not less than
one year from date of Substantial Performance of the Work, or for longer periods
when stated elsewhere in the Specifications.
C. If any equipment or material does not match the manufacturer's published data or
specially supplied rating schedules during performance tests, replace without delay
the defective equipment or material. Bear all associated costs of replacement without
charge to the Owner. Adjust all components to achieve the proper ratings.
D. Promptly correct defects and deficiencies which originate during the warranty period.
Pay for resulting damage.
A. Submit Supplementary Mechanical Bid Form. Failure to comply with the stated
requirements of the Bid Form may nullify the bid.
B. The Bidder is invited to submit additional alternative prices not specifically requested
with the Bid.
1. Street Connections
2. Water Meter
3. Balancing
4. Pretender Equipment
B. Payment against cash allowances will be made only upon receipted verification of
approved statements. Copies of supplier's invoices will be required to substantiate
charges against an allowance.
C. Do not charge labour, administration, overhead and profit from cash allowance. It is
deemed to be included in Contract Price.
D. Remaining portion of cash allowances not authorised for use shall revert to Owner.
A. Submit separate prices on the Bid Form and express as a credit or an extra to the
Stipulated Bid Sum.
B. Calculation of the Contract Price will include separate prices consistent with their
acceptance or rejection by the Owner.
A. Interpretation of Drawings
1. The Specification and any drawings or other documents attached thereto and
issued by the Employers Representative shall be deemed to include, whether
or not specifically mentioned or shown, any materials, accessories or work as
may be necessary for the satisfactory completion of the Works. The Sub-
Contractor shall make due allowance in his Tender for such materials or
work.
2. Where a discrepancy exists between the drawings and Specification, or
where the interpretation of either is in doubt, the Sub-Contractor shall obtain
written clarification on such matters before submitting his Tender. Any such
clarification from the Employer’s Representative to the Sub-Contractor or vice
versa dated prior to the submission of the Tender, shall form part of the Sub-
Contract Documents. If no clarification is requested and obtained by the Sub-
Contractor the Employer’s Representative reserves the right to select either
B. Tender Drawings
C. Sub-Contractors Drawings
a. Installation Drawings.
b. Manufacturer's Shop Drawings.
c. Builders Work Drawings.
d. Progress Drawings
e. Record Drawings and Charts.
2. The symbol notation on all drawings shall be the same as the Tender
Drawings. New symbols, not previously used on the Tender Drawings shall
be agreed with the Employer’s Representative. All drawings shall have a
stenciled title block and stenciled notes.
3. The Sub-Contractor shall be responsible for verifying the accuracy of all
dimensions abstracted from Tender Drawings and used in the preparation of
his drawings.
D. Installation Drawings
1. The Sub-Contractor shall, before the relevant work proceeds, prepare and
submit for approval by the Employer’s Representative, all Installation
Drawings showing details of his proposals for the execution of the Sub-
Contract Works. The Installation Drawings shall be based on the Tender
Drawings, and shall take into account any modifications, either to the building
or to the installation which may have taken place, and incorporate details of
the actual items of plant and equipment to be installed.
2. They shall be in such detail and with all necessary dimensions as to enable
the Sub-Contract Works to be installed, and shall indicate all piping and
fittings necessary for installation, and also particular installation methods to be
applied in certain instances.
3. The Sub-Contractor shall similarly prepare all necessary Schedules of
equipment, and necessary schematic diagrams, including internal diagrams
for items of electrical equipment and diagrams showing the inter-connections
between different items.
4. The Sub-Contractor’s Installation Drawings shall be prepared to a scale of
1:100 for all services in the building and 1:50 or 1:20 for all plant rooms and
similar spaces, unless otherwise approved by the Employer’s Representative.
5. The Sub-Contractor shall produce and submit for approval drawings detailing
and dimensioning the following:
1. The Sub-Contractor shall submit for review shop drawings of any item of plant
or equipment produced by a manufacturer or equipment supplier indicating
principle dimensions, fixings, connections and all other relevant details. These
shall include drawings of all control, and instrumentation panels, pumps and
other equipment as requested by the Employer’s Representative.
2. The Sub-Contractor shall provide engineering drawings showing the
construction, external and internal layout of panels and wiring diagrams
comprising internal wiring, schematics of interlocking and external wiring
diagrams, for the complete system in the panels. The drawings shall also
show all electrical, pipework and capillary connections from the panels to
external equipment.
H. Progress Drawings
1. The Sub-Contractor shall arrange for a full set of white prints of Installation
Drawings to be kept on the Site showing the progress of all work in
connection with the Sub-Contract. Such prints shall be kept up-to-date before
each site progress meeting, and all conduit, cable, pipe and trunking runs,
positions of equipment and apparatus shall be recorded on the drawings as
they are installed.
2. The Progress Drawings shall be available for inspection at any time by the
Employer’s Representative and Main Building Contractor.
3. The Sub-Contractor shall include for his representative to keep a diary
recording the progress of the works and details of all instructions received.
The diary shall be at the disposal of the Employer’s Representative as and when
required.
1. The Sub-Contractor shall issue draft copies of Record Drawings, showing the
whole of the services as installed, to the Employers Representative one
month prior to the start of commissioning.
2. Within one month of the Practical Completion of the installations, the Sub-
Contractor shall provide to the satisfaction of the Employer’s Representative
one durable plastic negative and one CD copy (Autocad) and four complete
final sets of white prints showing the whole of the services installed. Prior to
this formal issue, the Sub-Contractor shall submit two copies of his proposed
finalized Record Drawings to the Employer’s Representative for approval.
3. Two sets of drawings for symbols shall be submitted, one of the same size as
the tender drawings, the other set shall be of A4 size suitable for eventual
inclusion in the Operation and Maintenance Manual.
4. The complete symbol notation used for all Record Drawings shall be
computer generated.
5. The preparation of the Record Drawings shall proceed during the installation
of the Works as each section is completed. The Employer’s Representative
shall be allowed to inspect the drawings on request during their preparation.
6. In addition to the foregoing Record Drawings, the following charts and
drawings shall be laminated in plastic and hung in the plant rooms and
switchgear rooms:
a. Plant room key Drawings: showing all plant item numbers, locations
and duties.
b. Control Schematics
c. Electrical system schematic diagrams
a. Installation drawings.
b. Builders work drawings.
c. Associated Manufacturer's shop drawings.
d. Technical information of proposed equipment and materials.
e. Any other relevant information required by the Employer’s
Representative.
1. Five (5) copies of all information and drawings shall be submitted to the
Employer’s Representative. One copy will be retained by the Employer’s
Representative and the other copy will be returned to the Sub-Contractor.
Stamp Interpretation
Approved/Unaltered Fabrication, manufacture, or construction
may proceed providing submittal complies
with the Contract Documents.
Approved with corrections Fabrication, manufacture, or construction
/comments as noted prior to may proceed providing submittal complies
general issue with the Contract Documents and the
Engineer’s notation are complied with.
For Re-submission The submittal does not comply with the
Contract Documents; do not proceed with
fabrication, manufacture, or construction
.The work and shop drawings are not
permitted at the job site. Re-submit
appropriate shop drawings.
2. Modifications and variations found to be necessary after the initial review has
been given must be re-submitted for further approval in the above manner.
3. Revision marks must be included on all revised drawings, and the revisions
must be fully and clearly described.
4. Six copies of all reviewed drawings and noted as “Approved/Unaltered” shall
be submitted to the Employers Representative for general distribution to the
Main Building Contractor and other interested parties.
M. Co-ordination
1. The Installation Drawings shall illustrate that the Sub-Contractor design has
been co-ordinated and integrated with that of other Sub-Contractors, the
structure, and building elements, before work commences. In addition to the
Works for which he is responsible, the drawings must show the structure,
adjacent building elements and the zone required by other Sub-Contractor to
install, operate and maintain their equipment.
2. If the Sub-Contractor deviates from the design intent of the Tender drawings,
he shall ensure that this deviation either does not involve a change in any of
the other Sub-Contractor installations or that any change necessary in the
other Sub-Contractor installations does not incur an additional cost to their
Sub-Contract.
3. The Sub-Contractor shall be fully liable for any cost incurred through his lack
of co-ordination.
A. Equipment and materials are specifically described for the purpose of indicating
standards of quality and workmanship. Base Bid on the items specified and shown on
Drawings.
1. Details of manufacture
2. Dimensions including required clearance
3. Performance data
4. The cost saving for piping, ductwork and electrical changes imposed by the
alternative
5. The effect upon and cost to other trades
C. Where alternatives are accepted, there will be no further cost allowances for
subsequent changes in Division 13 work or other Contracts to make the alternative
complete and equal to the specified equipment and materials.
1.15 SAMPLES
A. Submit samples or provide site mock-up of proposed materials upon request of the
Consultant, including:
A. Prior to commencement of work, submit for Consultant review, pipe and equipment
interference and sleeving drawings for each floor level and for all Division 21 work.
Drawings must be coordinated and certified correct for review.
C. Prepare drawings in conjunction with other Divisions, wherever possible conflict due to
the positioning of Division 21 equipment, piping or ductwork exists.
E. Prepare fully dimensioned detail drawings of all shafts, duct spaces and pipe spaces.
Show sleeving, recessed and formed holes required in concrete for Division 13 work.
Include information pertaining to access, clearances, tappings, housekeeping pads,
drains and electrical connections.
G. Provide field drawings with position of various services when required by Consultant.
H. Submit a list of access doors and panels showing proposed type, size and location.
Coordinate drawings with Architectural detail drawings and reflected ceiling plans prior
to submission.
B. Suitably store and protect drawings on site and make available at all times for
inspection.
C. Record inverts of underground piping at building entry/exit and below floor slab at
each branch, riser base, change in direction as well as at least three points on straight
runs.
D. Show locations of access doors and panels and identify the equipment and
components that they serve.
B. Submit three copies for review at least ten weeks before completion date.
C. Ensure that the terminology used in various sections of the manual is consistent.
A. The specifications describe in detail the proposed work included for each trade when
the main Contractor divides the work among their Sub-Contractors. The following
summary is an outline of the work to be “Provided”, “Furnished” or “Installed” by each
of the trades included in the contract, i.e., Plumbing & Sprinkler, (Div. 21) HVAC,
[Building Management System] (Div. 23/28), Electrical (Div. 26) and other Divisions.
B. In the absence of more detailed information, consider the list as specific instructions
to include such work in the named contract.
Hoisting p p p p p p
Rigging p p p p p p
Bracing of Building
for Safe Rigging p _ _ _ _ _
Sleeves p p p _ _ _
Waterproof Sealing
of Sleeves through
Waterproof
Fireproof Sealing of
Excess Openings in
Slabs, Decks and _ p p p p p
Fire Rated Walls
Excavation and
Backfill Inside _ p p p p p
Buildings
Fastenings _ p p p p p
Supports p p p p p p
Concrete
Encasement of
Electrical Conduits _ _ _ _ p _
Below Grade
Drainage Inside
Building _ p _ _ _ _
Electrical
Handholes, and
Covers _ _ _ _ p _
Finish Painting
(does not include
I.D. marks or color
coding specified
and provided by
each trade) p p p p p p
Electric Power
Consuming Items
and Controls for
Other than
Mechanical
Equipment, e.g.
Motorized Doors p _ _ _ _ _
Concrete Lined
Trenches inside
Building
Foundations p _ _ _ _ _
Prime Coat
Painting _ p p p p p
Fiel Touch-up
Painting of
Damaged Shop
Coats _ p p p p p
Rustproofing Field
Cut and Assembled
Iron Supporting
Frames and Racks _ p p p p p
Grating and
Exterior Wall
Louvers p _ _ _ _
Duct Connections
to Louvers _ _ _ p _ _
Vinyl Tape or
Painted Color-
Coding, Banding
Arrows and Similar
Identification for
Mechanical and
Electrical Work p p p p p p
Services to Food
Service Equipment _ p p p p _
Services to Laundry
Equipment
_ p p p p _
Roughing to
Equipment
Furnished by
Others _ p p p p _
E. For items which are to be installed but not furnished as part of this Division, the
electrical work includes:
6. Mounting in place.
7. Connection to building wiring, including the purchase and installation of all
termination junction boxes necessary to adapt and connect them to this
wiring.
PART 2 – PRODUCTS
A. Provide products and materials that are new, clean, free of defects, and free of
damage and corrosion.
B. Products and materials shall not contain asbestos, PCB, CFCs, Halons, or any other
material which is installed considered hazardous by the authority having jurisdiction.
C. Replace materials of less than specified quality and relocate work incorrectly installed
as directed by the Engineer or its authorized representative.
J. Equipment capacities, ratings, etc., are scheduled or specified for job site opening
conditions. Equipment sensitive to altitude shall be derated with the method of
derating identified on the submittals.
PART 3 – EXECUTION
A. Periodic inspections of the work in progress will be made to check general conformity
of the work to the Contract Documents. Observed deficiencies will be reported.
Correct deficiencies immediately.
B. Meet the requirements of all laws, bylaws, codes, regulations and authorities having
jurisdiction.
F. Furnish certificates and evidence that Division 21 work meets the requirements of
authorities having jurisdiction.
B. Make connections to temporary power source provided and provide extensions for
use by Division 21.
C. Install and maintain temporary fire protection services as required by the authorities
having jurisdiction.
D. When the permanent water service is installed, it shall be used to supply water for the
use of Other Contractors.
E. Perform operations necessary for checking, testing and balancing after written
approval is given to start up systems. Ensure that care is taken to protect equipment
from damage and to prevent distribution of dust through duct systems.
F. Do not use permanent plumbing, heating or air conditioning systems for temporary
services during construction, except with written permission from Consultant.
B. In existing work, cutting, patching and restoration of finished work to original condition
will be carried out by Other Contractors at the expense of Division 21.
D. Where new work connects with existing and where existing work is altered, cut, patch
and restore to match existing work.
3.4 PROTECTION
A. Protect all Division 21 work from damage. Keep all equipment dry and clean at all
times.
B. Cover openings in equipment, pipes and ducts, with caps or heavy gauge plastic
sheeting until final connections are made.
A. Materials
1. All parts of the work installed under this Specification shall be painted with
approved high quality enamel paints, except those items specified as being
painted by others or otherwise exempted from painting in this section of the
Specification.
2. Paint shall be selected to withstand the temperature on the surface which it is
applied, and shall be suitable in all respects for the environmental conditions
in which it shall be located.
3. All paint used shall be of one approved manufacture, and finishes shall be full
gloss unless otherwise specified.
4. Before ordering any primer, undercoat and finishing paint, the Sub-Contractor
shall submit the color scheme to the Employers Representative for approval.
5. Before ordering any painting materials, the Sub-Contractor shall submit the
type and manufacturer of all materials for approval.
6. The Sub-Contractor shall select all finishing and painting materials from types
suitable for the surfaces to which they are applied and for the environmental
conditions in each area.
7. The fire services equipment shall be painted in red color with two coatings of
red lead primer.
1. All items of plant, machinery and equipment supplied painted ex factory shall
be given one finishing coat of full gloss enamel, except where the
manufacturer's standard finish is approved.
C. Exposed Metalwork
1. All exposed metalwork shall be wire-brushed and cleaned from rust, scale,
dirt and grease, and shall then be given one priming coat, one undercoat and
one approved color finishing coat of full gloss enamel.
2. The priming coat for exposed galvanized iron shall be an approved galvanized
iron primer.
3. The priming coat for exposed non-ferrous metalwork shall be approved as
suitable for the metal to which it will be applied.
D. Concealed Metalwork
1. All galvanized iron surface concealed in roof spaces, false ceilings, building
ducts etc. shall not be painted. All black iron and steel surfaces shall be wire
bushed and given one coat of zinc chromate or red lead.
D. Pipework Identification
1. All pipes etc. shall be identified in accordance with NFPA Standards or other
comparable and acceptable code.
2. Circumferential bands of standard colors shall be not less than 100mm wide
on pipes up to 50mm nominal diameter, and not less than 150mm wide on
pipes greater than 50mm nominal diameter.
3. Supplementary colors shall be displayed as bands not less than 25mm wide
in the center of the ground color bands.
4. Where lettering is required it shall be painted in contrasting colors in
accordance with the standard, in block letters not less than 15mm high for
pipes up to 50mm nominal diameter, and in block letter not less than 40mm
high for larger pipes.
5. Identification bands shall be located where they are clearly visible in each
room or compartment through which the pipe runs, and shall be placed at
centers not exceeding 6m.
E. Colour Schemes
1. The whole of the piping installation shall be painted in accordance with the
existing piping colors schemes wherever applicable and color coded as
follows:
Equipment shall be paint and color coded to BS 381C:1980 or the PSME Code as
follows :
F. Labelling
G. Application of Painting
A. Obtain written permission from Consultant to use and test permanent equipment and
systems prior to Substantial Performance acceptance by Consultant.
B. Consultant may use equipment and systems for test purposes prior to acceptance.
Provide labour, fuel, material and instruments required for testing. Rectify incomplete
work immediately to the satisfaction of Consultant.
C. Protect equipment and system openings from dirt, dust and other foreign materials
during temporary usage.
3.7 COMPLETION
B. Rectify deficiencies and complete work before submitting request for Substantial
Performance inspection.
A. Submit to Owner, check lists for each system or piece of equipment, indicating that all
components have been checked and are complete prior to instruction period.
B. Thoroughly instruct the Owner in the safe and efficient operation of the systems and
equipment.
D. Submit a complete record of instructions given to the Owner. For each instruction
period, supply the following data:
1. Date
2. Duration
3. System or equipment involved
4. Names of persons giving instructions
5. Names of persons being instructed
6. Other persons present
G. Video tape all instructional sessions and turn over copy of tape to Owner upon
completion of training period.
B. Confer with the Owner concerning schedule, dust and noise control prior to
commencing work in or adjacent to existing facilities where such work might affect
either those facilities or their occupants.
C. Execute work with least possible interference or disturbance to occupants, public and
normal use of premises.
D. Provide temporary means to maintain security when security has been reduced by
Division 21.
H. Immediately advise Consultant when unknown services are encountered and await
instructions.
I. Accept liability for costs incurred by the Owner in repairing and cleaning equipment,
etc., resulting from failure to comply with the above requirements.
END OF SECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Comply with Division 21 - General Requirements and all documents referred to therein.
B. Provide all labour, materials, products, equipment and services to supply and install the basic
mechanical materials indicated on the Drawings, specified in Division 21 of this Specifications,
and where required for the proper operation of the mechanical systems.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 INSERTS
B. Where inserts must be placed after concrete is poured, use Hilti or equivalent system.
A. Provide pipe hangers and supports for all piping. Provide hangers in accordance with the
following requirements. Provide galvanized steel hangers and supports for all pipework
systems.
B. Provide proprietary manufactured hangers, accessories and supports similar to the Grinnell or
Myatt system or equivalent.
D. Provide supports for other piping types such as plastic, mechanically fused or packed joint
pipe according to the pipe manufacturers published recommendations. Support piping
continuously where required to prevent sagging. Provide sway brazing to meet local seismic
requirements, if any.
F. Provide roll type supports where shown on the drawings and where longitudinal movement
may occur. Provide single pipe rolls where supported from below and where suspended.
Provide spring cushions where slight vertical movement is likely and cushioning required.
A. Provide eyebolts suitable for block and tackle connection, adequately supported by the
structure above for:
1. Pumps
A. Use machine cut and reamed standard weight steel piping. Pipe sleeves 200 mm and larger
shall have minimum 6 mm wall thickness.
B. Concealed perimeter risers and runouts may have sleeves of 1.31 mm galvanized steel set to
provide freedom of movement of piping. Extend 50 mm above finished floor level.
C. For piping through exterior walls, cooperate with the waterproofing trade at all times, and do
not break any waterproofing seal without consent of the waterproofing trade. Provide
waterproof link seals.
D. Provide leak plates where pipe sleeves pass through exterior building walls. Each leak plate
shall be a 3.42 mm steel plate, welded to the sleeve, 100 mm diameter greater than sleeve
outside diameter.
E. Cover pipe sleeves in walls and ceilings of finished areas, other than Equipment Rooms, with
satin finish stainless steel, or satin finish chrome or nickel plated brass escutcheons, with non-
ferrous set screws. Do not use stamped steel split plates. Split cast plates with screw locks,
however, may be used.
A. Where space limitations do not permit the use of expansion loops or offsets, provide
proprietary made expansion Joints properly selected for system operating pressures
according to the following:
1. For piping up to and including 65 mm, select ends to suit specified pipe fittings. For piping
75 mm and above, use flanged ends.
2. Steel Piping - expansion joint with stainless steel pressure carrier, flanged ends.
B. Submit for the MEEPF CONSULTANT review prior to installation, drawings showing the
location of expansion joints, anchors and guides. Submit calculations to verify selection. Show
details of proposed connection to structure and loads to be imposed.
C. Recognize that the concrete structure will shrink. Provide risers with sufficient flexibility.
Consult with the STRUCTURAL CONSULTANT to determine the degree of flexibility.
2.6 STRAINERS
A. Provide pipeline strainers with stainless steel screens according to the following:
Steel, cast iron, All sizes Y Cast Iron or cast steel to suit
and other metal system working pressure
B. Supply one extra set of strainer screens and install after systems have been thoroughly
cleaned.
C. Equip each strainer 40 mm and smaller in size, with plugged blow off tapping.
D. Equip each strainer 50 mm and larger in size, with blow off tapping. Provide blow off piping
complete with capped shut off valve. Terminate in downward vertical position. Size blow off
piping and valve the same size as the blow off tapping.
E. Ensure that each strainer can be isolated from piping systems with isolating valves on each
side of strainer, and which are not more than 3 metres away from strainer.
2.7 DRAINS
A. Provide minimum 20 mm ball valve with hose end adapter, metal cap and chain at all low
points of all systems. Locate to allow easy connection of hose.
B. Provide 20 mm valves with metal caps and chains at the base of all pipe risers. Install hose
end ball valve in conjunction with 450 mm minimum length full line size dirt leg.
A. Provide pressure gauge and temperature gauge connections in the following locations:
A. Gauges shall be 113 mm size with black finish cast aluminium case, phosphor bronze
Bourdon tube, brass rotary type movement, bronze bushed, silver brazed tip and socket joints,
adjustable type pointer and calibrated in kPa and psi.
F. Supply two additional gauges for each type/range as spare part and handover to the
EMPLOYER’S use.
2.10 FLASHING
A. Flashing will be carried out under each trade for roof curbs shown on their drawings.
C. Carry out all counter flashing for roof mounted mechanical equipment and for pipes passing
through roof. Fit counter flashing over flashing or curb. Pitch pockets are not acceptable.
2.11 CURBS
A. Coordinate with Division 3 to provide other curbs and reinforcing steel required for Division 15.
B. Provide roof curbs at least 200 mm above finished roof, unless exceeded by MEEPF
CONSULTANT considerations.
C. Provide concrete curbs around holes in Equipment Room floors, extending at least 150 mm
above finished floor. Make watertight connection between curb and floor.
D. Fill spaces between curbs and pipes with firestopping material. Caulk watertight with fire
resistant waterproof compound.
2.12 CONCRETE
A. Coordinate with Division 3 for provision of concrete housekeeping pads under all floor
mounted mechanical equipment and supports. Extend pads over the full equipment base and
isolator area.
B. Concrete work, including housekeeping pads, required for Division 13 work and shown on the
Structural or Engineering Drawings will be provided by Division 3.
2.13 STEEL
A. Provide steel required for Division 13 work including supports, framing of openings and lintels
over openings that is not shown on Structural or Engineering Drawings.
B. Provide steel of adequate strength to support equipment and materials during all operating
and test conditions.
D. Provide base supports for all pipe risers to distribute operating and static loads to meet the
MEEPF CONSULTANT requirements.
E. Fabricate steel supports from materials having approved corrosion resistance or galvanised
after fabrication.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
A. Locate distribution systems, equipment and materials for maximum usable space, optimum
service clearances and to accommodate current requirements and identified future expansion.
B. Coordinate Division 26 services installation above typical floor modular ceilings to allow
installation and future relocation of lights and air troffers without interfering with or requiring
relocation of mechanical, electrical or other services, or removal of ceiling grid.
C. Include all pipe offsets required to eliminate interference with the work of other Divisions.
D. Install equipment and materials to present a neat appearance. Run piping and conduit parallel
to or perpendicular to building planes. Conceal piping and conduit in finished areas. Install so
as to require a minimum amount of furring.
E. Install pipe and conduit straight, parallel and close to walls and slab or deck underside, with
specified pitch.
F. Use standard fittings for all direction changes. Do not use drilled tees and other field
fabricated fittings.
G. Install eccentric reducers in horizontal piping to permit drainage and eliminate air pockets.
H. Where pipe sizes differ from connection sizes of equipment, provide reducing fittings between
inline components such as valves, strainers and fittings, and equipment. Reducing bushings
are not permitted.
J. Use non-corrosive lubricant or teflon tape equal to Dow Corning and apply on male thread.
K. Provide brass adapters or dielectric couplings wherever dissimilar metals are joined.
L. No pipe to be laid in water or when, in opinion of the MEEPF CONSULTANT conditions are
unsuitable.
M. Ensure that pipe installation does not transmit vibration to the walls and floors through which
they pass.
A. Provide unions or flanges at all connections to equipment. Ensure that piping adjacent to
equipment is readily removable for servicing and/or removal of equipment without shutting
down entire system.
B. Install unions in piping up to and including 50 mm pipe size. Install flanges in piping 65 mm
pipe size and larger.
C. Prevent galvanic corrosion by isolating copper and steel. Use red brass adapters, or
completely isolate flanges using full face gaskets with bolts installed through phenolic sleeves
with insulating fibre washers. Where the Code prohibits the use of red brass adapters, use
insulating couplings. Where system valves are required, solid brass isolating valves may be
used in lieu of adapters or couplings.
D. Provide metallic code rated continuity link between flanges or unions, where pipe mains carry
flammable fluids or gases.
3.3 INSERTS
A. Size and space for the loads to be supported. Provide all required inserts for Division 21
system and equipment.
B. Properly locate and firmly secure inserts to forms before concrete is poured.
C. Place inserts only within main structure and not in any finishing materials.
D. When inserts are required in precast concrete, supply inserts and location drawings to the
precast concrete supplier for casting into material. Otherwise, include the cost of having the
precast concrete supplier install inserts at the site.
3.4 HANGERS
A. Suspend piping and equipment with all necessary hangers and supports required for a safe
and neat installation. Ensure that pipes are free to expand and are graded properly. Adjust
each hanger to take its full share of the weight.
B. Suspend hanger rods directly from the structure. Do not suspend pipes or equipment from
other pipes, equipment, metal work or ceilings.
C. Provide auxiliary structural steel angles, channels and beams where piping and equipment
must be suspended between joists or beams.
E. Space hangers to ensure that structural steel members are not over stressed. In no case
shall pipe hangers be further apart than indicated in the tables. When requested, submit
detailed drawings showing locations and magnitude of piping and equipment loads on the
structure. Provide calculations when requested by the MEEPF CONSULTANT.
F. Do not use trapeze type hangers for support of piping, without prior review by the MEEPF
CONSULTANT. Where permitted, fabricate from angle or channel frames, and space
hangers to suit the smallest pipe size.
H. For precast concrete work, if inserts cannot be cast into members, pass hanger rods between
the members and weld to steel plates resting on the upper surface of the precast material. To
prevent raising of the hanger rod, apply a lock nut and 50 mm minimum dia. flat washer tight
against the under surface of the precast material.
I. Ensure that copper materials are completely isolated from ferrous materials. Use plastic or
epoxy coated hangers and clamps, or use lead inserts between copper piping and ferrous
materials, and between copper piping and copper coated ferrous materials.
K. The following table establishes minimum standards of rod sizes and hanger spacing for steel,
copper and plastic piping ( where applicable).
b. Provide pipe riser clamps / supports at every floor, for vertical piping.
b. Provide riser clamps with shield 60 cm /above floor level and at branch take offs
for vertical piping.
L. In addition to these basic requirements, provide hangers in the following location:
1. to eliminate vibration
A. Set sleeves for piping in conjunction with erection of floors and walls. Locate sleeves
accurately in accordance with submittal drawings, and as follows:
1. Through interior walls, set sleeves flush with finished surfaces on both sides.
2. Through exterior walls above grade, set sleeves flush with finished surfaces on inside and
to suit flashing on outside.
3. For floors in Mechanical Equipment Rooms, Janitors Closets, Kitchens and similar areas
where a water dam is required, set sleeves flush to underside of structure and extending
50 mm above finished floor.
4. For other floors, set sleeves flush to both finished surfaces. Refer to the Engineer’s Room
Finish Schedule.
D. Provide continuous insulation runs through fire separations. Ensure that piping do not touch
sleeves.
F. Install leak tight seals to meet the manufacturer's requirements. Select the inside diameter of
each wall sleeve opening to fit the pipe and leak tight seal, all to ensure watertight joint.
1. Provide sleeves for systems not part of the Contract, but identified to be required on the
Drawings.
2. Provide sleeves to accommodate compressed air piping and wiring conduits required for
Division 15 work.
A. Make provision for pipe expansion, contraction and building shrinkage with suitable anchors
and offsets or expansion loops.
B. Install piping to allow freedom of movement in all planes without imposing undue stress on
any section of main piping, branch piping, equipment and structure.
C. When ambient temperature during installation is higher than operating temperature, use pre-
compressed expansion joints.
D. Select expansion joints to withstand system test pressure, as well as operating pressures and
temperatures.
F. During the construction and warranty periods, regularly review provisions for building
shrinkage and make necessary adjustments to piping to ensure freedom from binding and
stress.
A. Install pipe guides for expansion joints according to expansion joint manufacturer's published
recommendations. Use at least two guides on each side of expansion joint.
B. Install manufactured or field fabricated alignment guides to allow movement in axial direction
only.
C. Install vertical risers properly anchored and guided to maintain accurate vertical position of
piping. At time of startup, clean and lubricate guides, and adjust to allow free sliding at
operating conditions.
D. For piping up to and including 75 mm, guide pipes at every floor or every 3900 mm. Guide
larger pipes at every two floors or every 7500 mm.
F. Secure anchors to the structure. Avoid introduction of excessive reactive forces and operating
weights into the structure and onto equipment and piping.
3.8 PAINTING
A. Supply ferrous metal work except piping with at least one factory prime coat, or paint one
prime coat on job.
B. Clean and steel brush surfaces with welds. Then prime coat all steel supports and brackets.
C. Touch up or repaint all surfaces damaged during shipment or installation and leave ready for
finish painting.
END OF SECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Comply with the General Provisions and all documents referred to therein.
B. Provide all labour, materials, products, equipment and services to supply and install
the motors, starters, control centres and wiring indicated on the Drawings and
specified in this Section of the Specification.
A. The entire electrical installation shall be in accordance with the regulation and
requirement of all relevant authorities having jurisdiction over the installation.
B. The requirement of NEC & PEC (National Electrical Code) shall be taken as the
minimum standard for this installation.
A. The electricity supply will be 380/230 volts 60 HZ 3 phase, 4 wire. All equipment shall
be designed to operate with a +10% voltage tolerance without a loss of rated output.
B. The Electrical Sub-Contractor will provide the power supply to the systems terminating
in an isolator in the following locations.
C. The Sub-Contractor shall be responsible for extending the supply from the above
mentioned isolator’s and shall include all electrical works including MCB distribution
boards, control panels, starter, conduits and wirings etc. necessary for the satisfactory
operation of their equipment offered.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MOTORS
A. Provide Westinghouse, GE or U.S. Electric, 60 cycle, 1750 rpm motors, except where
noted, with the following characteristics:
C. All motors .75 kW up to and including 373 kW, unless specified differently, shall be T-
frame, A.C. Three Phase and equal to or exceeding the Motor Efficiency Level as
tested to the most recent issue of IEEE 112B.
D. Provide squirrel cage induction motors built to NEMA Motor and Generator Standards.
E. The minimum requirement for 3 phase motors shall be NEMA Design B, Class B
insulated for maximum 40 deg C ambient.
F. Select motors for quiet continuous operation to suit loads imposed by equipment.
Recognize that motor horsepowers specified and scheduled are minimum sizes.
Include extra costs for larger motors, starters, power wiring and additional control
wiring if larger motors are required for alternative equipment accepted as part of the
Contract Price.
1. Open dripproof, 1.15 service factor for motors protected from the weather and
moisture entertainment to operate satisfactorily at maximum temperature and
moisture levels of surrounding air for motors located in air streams.
2. Totally enclosed fan cooled 1.15 service factor for motors in all other
locations, including cooling towers.
3. Provide explosion proof motors where scheduled.
H. Equip motors 18 kW and larger, as well as those smaller but with longer than 10
second starting time, with inherent overheat protection, consisting of thermistors, one
for each phase, embedded in the stator windings. Extend wires out to motor terminal
box, ready for field wiring into the starter holding coil circuit. Provide manual reset
tripping device compatible with starter.
B. Starters and contactors factory built into the control panel of packaged equipment will
be considered as an integral part of the package and may be from a different
manufacturer.
1. Magnetic Motor Starters shall be for general purpose, Class A and for
induction motors rated in horsepower.
2. Self contained unit in a NEMA 1 gasketed enclosure (NEMA 3R where
installed outdoors), externally operable from the front.
3. Provide full voltage non reversing (FVNR) type combination magnetic starters
for motors of ½ HP to 5.0 HP.
4. Provide reduced voltage, non reversing, Wye-delta type combination
magnetic starters for motors 7.5 HP up to 50 HP.
6. Provide an individual control power transformer with two primary and one
secondary control fuses for each motor controller. The other secondary lead
shall be grounded. Secondary voltage shall be 230V AC.
7. Provide each motor controller with three phase, ambient temperature
compensating, thermal overload relays with heaters. Overload relays shall be
adjustable from 90% to 110% of heater rating, factory set at 100%. Provide
an insulated pushbutton on the outside of door to reset overload relays.
8. Provide each motor controller with a Hand-Off-Automatic (HOA) selector
A. Before commencing any work whatsoever on the motor control center, the Sub-
Contractor shall submit drawings of the proposed layout showing all dimensions, the
total weight, fixing details, cable sizes and cable termination details of both incoming
and outgoing cables to the Employer’s Representative for approval. Approval of
drawings will be given in principle only, without abrogation of the Sub-Contractor
responsibilities in respect of associated details.
B. Control centers shall be constructed of heavy gauge sheet steel of thickness not less
than 2 mm, finished in enamel of a color to the satisfaction of the Employer’s
Representative.
C. Control centers shall be wall mounted and provided with hinged lockable access
doors with mechanically retained gaskets and hinged top panels containing control
switches, supervisory instruments and pilot light. All exterior door fittings shall be
chrome plated.
D. Control centers shall contain a main MCCB, buswork, branch switchfuses or mould
case circuit breakers, motor starters, auxiliary relays, control fuses, on/off push
buttons, manual/auto selector switches, duty/standby selector switches, power ‘on’
lights, pump running and overload lights, sump pit/water tank high/low level
indications, ammeters, terminal blocks, wiring and accessories for the full operation
and control of the associated pumps. All electrical equipment shall comply with the
relevant section of this Specification.
E. The Sub-Contractor shall provide voltage free dry contacts in form of terminal block
inside the pump indication panel for each pump for the purpose of monitoring and
logging alarm of the pumps and water tank/sump pit status. The following points for
each pump/water tank/sump pit are required to be monitored:
1. Pump running
2. Pump trip
3. Water tank low level
4. Water tank high level
5. Sump pit low level
6. Sump pit high level
The BMS Sub-Contractor responsible for BMS work will obtain the respective signals
from those indication panels only.
A. All moulded case circuit breakers shall conform to IEC 157, and be of one, approved
make throughout this project.
The body and base of the unit shall be moulded and the units shall be sealed after
assembly.
B. The load handling contacts shall be silver/tungsten and the contacts and operating
mechanism so designed as to give a wiping action both at make and break.
C. The breaker operating mechanism shall of the trip-free type so designed to prevent
the load handling contacts from closing on a fault.
D. The toggle handled shall open and close all poles of a multipole circuit breaker
simultaneously. A fault on one pole shall open all poles.
F. Positions of the breaker operating dolly are to be clearly indicated for ‘ON’ and ‘OFF’.
G. All MCCB shall have a breaking capacity of not less than 40KA (symmetrical).
A. Miniature circuit breakers shall generally be similar to moulded case circuit breakers,
except that the rupturing capacities shall not be less than 6KA.
B. Each switch shall be panel mounted with an engraved label to clearly indicated the
equipment controlled or function of the switches.
C. Provide on-off-auto test switches, power on, green running light and red fault light for
all pumps.
A. Pilot lights shall be of approved clear lamp, color dome type operated at extra low
voltage. It shall be possible to change lamps from the front of the switchboard.
A. All terminal blocks shall be of the moulded, insulated type with individual screwed
connections for each control wire terminal as Klippon or approved equivalent.
Terminal shall carry numbers corresponding to the wiring diagrams.
E. The power factor of all motors shall not be less than 0.85 lagging under all conditions.
F. Motors up to an including 3.7 KW shall be fitted with ball bearings at both ends. Larger
motors shall be fitted with roller or deep grove ball bearings. Motors operating with
vertical shafts shall be equipped with bearings designed to counter unbalanced end
thrust. Motors shall have a synchronous speed as shown in Equipment Schedule.
G. Motors shall be mounted on a common bed plate with the driven machine wherever
possible.
H. Terminal boxes shall be provided for all motors and shall be of such dimensions that
will ensure easy access to the terminals and allow room for the supply leads. A length
of flexible conduit shall be used for connection to motor terminal boxes.
I. Full catalogue details describing the manufacturer and model of motors selected shall
be submitted with the tender documents. As far as practicable, motors shall be
produced by one manufacturer.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
A. Provide conduit and wiring materials and methods in strict accordance with Division
26 requirements.
B. Provide motors, starters, contactors, disconnect switches and control devices for
Division 22 work.
C. Provide all power wiring from load side of starters and contactors required for Division
15 work.
D. Sizing for starters and wiring shall meet requirements of the Electrical Code.
E. Provide control wiring for all equipment provided or supplied under Division 22.
G. Refer to Division 26 for all line side power wiring to loose starters, MCCs and
Contactors.
H. Refer to Division 26 for normal and emergency power service locations. Provide
power wiring for electrical tracing, controls and elsewhere where required.
I. Power wiring and control wiring connected to life safety equipment shall be enclosed
in Pyrotenax "MI" fire rated cable. (Wiring located in room where equipment is located
shall not be fire rated).
A. The Sub-Contractor shall prepare construction layout and functional wiring diagrams
of all switchboards, which shall be endorsed prior to commencement of any work.
B. The wiring diagrams shall show control circuits separate from main circuits and shall
indicate the size of each conductor and the color, number and/or terminal connection
designation of each control conductor.
3.3 CABLES
A. All wiring shall be carried out using PVC insulated stranded single core copper
conductor cables to TIS 11-1988.
B. The Sub-Contractor shall confirm loads and sizes of cables prior to placing orders.
D. All PVC insulated wiring including earth wires shall be closed in conduit or approved
galvanized steel trunking.
F. Cables shall, at all times, be handled with care and every effort made to avoid
damage. They shall always be pulled from top of the drums. Care shall be exercised
when breaking the rotation of the drums and under no circumstances shall cables be
dragged overloose earth of concrete. Approved type of cable rollers shall be used.
G. After installation, all cables shall be tested for continuity and insulation resistance and
records of tests submitted to the Employer’s Representative for approval.
H. Single core cables shall be pulled into conduit only after the whole network, or a
complete section of conduit has been installed, tested for continuity and swabbed
through.
I. The Sub-Contractor will be deemed to have allowed in his tender sum for applying
sufficient lengths of cables of each type and size to complete the installation, including
the due allowances for cutting and wastage.
A. All conduits shall be heavy gauge galvanized welded steel complying with BS 4568:
Part 1 & 2, Class 4 protection against corrosion. No conduit shall be of less than
20mm outside diameter. All conduit fittings shall comply B.S. 4568: Part II with Class
4 protection. Conduit concealed in concrete shall be so arranged as to drain naturally
to outlet boxes. Sealing caps shall be placed on all conduits before concrete pouring
commences to ensure no water or slurry enters the conduit. Expansion couplings
shall be fitted at all building expansion joints.
C. All conduits systems shall be installed fully in accordance with the requirements of the
I.E.E. Regulations.
D. All conduits shall be swabbed through to clean out all dirts, burrs and moisture.
E. All sets and bends in conduit runs shall be formed on site with bending machines.
Distortion of conduits due to bending is not acceptable.
F. Runs between draw-in boxes shall not have more than two right angle bends or their
equivalent and the length of such runs shall be limited to 12 metre to permit easy
draw-in cables.
G. Flexible conduits shall be used for final connections to equipment subject to vibration
or liable to withdrawal for maintenance or servicing.
H. Flexible steel conduits and solid type adapters shall comply with B.S. 731: Part I. The
conduits shall be watertight with the provision of separate earth wire enclosed for
earth continuity. All flexible steel conduits shall be pvc sheathed.
I. Bushes and plugs shall be of cast iron, galvanized. The screws for fixing the saddles
shall be brass.
J. Distance saddles shall be of cast iron, galvanized. The screws for fixing the saddles
shall be brass.
A. Circular boxes, dome covers and hook covers shall be malleable cast iron, galvanized in
accordance with ANSI standard. Ceiling mounted circular boxes shall have an internal
depth of not less than 60mm.
B. Adaptor boxes complete with covers shall be of cast iron, galvanized or sheet steel
having Class 4 protection against corrosion. Boxes shall be not less than 50mm deep
and of such dimensions as will enable the largest size cable for which the conduit run
is suitable to be drawn in without excessive bending of the cables.
C. Metal boxes for the enclosure of electrical accessories shall be 35mm deep and
47mm deep boxes shall be used to house accessories such as domestic switches,
socket outlets, etc. Boxes shall have heavy duty protection against corrosion.
D. All conduit entries to adaptor boxes, outlet boxes and switchgear shall be made with
couplers and hexagonal male bushes.
3.6 TRUNKINGS
B. Conduit entries to trunking shall be made with couplings and brass male bushes.
Knockouts will not be required and trunking may be drilled on site.
C. Trunkings shall not contain more cables than allowed by the space factors described
in the N.E.C.
3.7 EARTHING
A. The network of earth electrodes and an adequately sized earth conductor will be
installed by others.
B. All metalworks associated with the electrical installation but not forming part of a live
conductor, including exposed conductive parts and extraneous conductive parts, shall
be solidly and effectively bonded and earthed in accordance with the latest edition of
the NEC & PEC.
A. A local switch shall be installed adjacent to each water pump motor to isolate the
power supply to the motor in case of emergency or servicing.
B. The local switch shall be watertight and able to be locked in the off position.
A. The precise method of carrying out the following tests shall be agreed with the
Employer’s Representative prior to commencement.
B. The following items shall be tested in the sequence indicated and a complete report
shall be prepared by the Sub-Contractor and submitted to the Employer’s
Representative for approval.
A. Place warning notices at each starter and on or close to each motor under BMS
control.
B. Provide conspicuous notices with bold lettering and advising that the motor is under
BMS control and may start at any time without warning. Submit notices at the shop
drawing stage for Consultant review.
END OF SECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
B. Provide all services, materials and labour required to fully commission the fire
protection system in accordance with this Section of the specification.
1.2 COORDINATION
B. Co-ordinate the work of this Section with all other Divisions to ensure complete and
operational Fire Protection system at completion of this work.
D. Review the design intent of the project and the intended operation of systems with the
MEEPF CONSULTANT before proceeding with commissioning.
D. Supply the name, qualifications and experience of the proposed Commissioning Co-
ordinator upon EMPLOYER’S REPRESENTATIVE request. Selection shall be
subject to review and the approval of the MEEPF CONSULTANT. Supply alternative
person(s) when requested by MEEPF CONSULTANT.
E. The MEEPF CONSULTANT may, at his discretion, attend and advise in the
commissioning process. Meet MEEPF CONSULTANT requirements.
F. Hold and attend regular meetings during the commissioning process. Prepare
detailed progress reports to coincide with regular commissioning meetings. Co-
ordinate with the EMPLOYER’S REPRESENTATIVE, the preparation and issue of
minutes for each meeting to be circulated to each involved trade, the MEEPF
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
B. Submit proposed record sheets and procedures to MEEPF CONSULTANT for review,
when requested by the EMPLOYER.
C. List all specialist personnel and equipment required for the test and ensure that these
are available by the test date.
2.3 STARTUP
A. Co-ordinate and supervise the start-up of the various pieces of equipment and
systems. Utilize the start-up services of the manufacturer's representative. Ensure
that the equipment is operating in a satisfactory manner. Check the following items:
1. Direction of rotation
2. Grease and lubricants
3. Noise, if deemed to be a problem
4. Seals
5. Alignment of pump and fan drives by a millwright
6. Piping connections and safeties
7. Electrical amp draw, starting inrush current and trip/heater settings
B. Meet Section 210010 requirements for Temporary Services and Temporary and Trial
Use.
2.4 TROUBLESHOOTING
B. Where problems become apparent during the commissioning process, identify and
resolve these problems. The basic functions in troubleshooting are:
B. Test the operation of the individual components and systems. Go through each step
of the sequence of operation and verify that each component operates correctly.
Direct and ensure that all trades involved make the required changes and
adjustments to effect the proper operation of all components and systems. Meet
commissioning test requirements.
D. Carry out operational tests for the current season and simulate operation of summer
and intermediate seasons.
2.6 DEMONSTRATION
A. Demonstrate the proper operation of all equipment and systems supplied under this
Division. Demonstrations shall occur only after the operation and testing has been
successfully completed. Ensure that GENERAL CONTRACTOR and equipment
suppliers participate in the demonstration as required.
2.9 COMPLETION
A. Provide a list of spare parts, special tools, lubricants, etc. for each item of equipment
which has been purchased as part of the Contract.
B. Provide a listing of recommended spare parts for all equipment installed under
Division 21, to cover a period from Substantial Completion to Warranty end.
D. Submit preliminary list of spare parts and tools to EMPLOYER at least 30 days prior to
intended system handover to EMPLOYER. The EMPLOYER reserves the right to add
to, reduce or omit entirely, the recommendations contained on these lists.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
B. Verify correct sensors are reporting accurately to the distributed field panels and
operator workstation.
D. Verify systems pipe cleaning and chemical treatment condition for all systems.
Other Services:
A. Co-ordinate with Division 16, a power failure test with emergency generator start-up.
C. Verify that interfacing to the work of other Divisions results in complete and
operational systems.
A. Visit the site and the EMPLOYER’S REPRESENTATIVE each month after Substantial
Performance for a minimum period of two days until the end of the project warranty
period.
END OF SECTION
DIVISION 21 – FIRE PROTECTION Controllers for Fire Pump Drivers SECTION 210929
DIVISION 21 – FIRE PROTECTION Controllers for Fire Pump Drivers SECTION 210929
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 21 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
B. Division 21 will be responsible to carry out the commissioning requirements specified in this
Sections and other sections referenced. These include, but are not limited to,
commissioning, enhanced commissioning, preparation of a detailed O&M manual, and
detailed training of the EMPLOYER’S personnel.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
B. Related Sections:
1.3 DEFINITIONS
A. Seismic Performance: Fire-pump controllers and alarm panels shall withstand the effects of
earthquake motions determined according to ASCE/SEI 7.
1. The term "withstand" means "the unit will remain in place without separation of any
parts from the device when subjected to the seismic forces specified and the unit will
be fully operational after the seismic event."
1.5 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated. Include rated capacities, operating
characteristics, electrical characteristics, and furnished specialties and accessories.
B. Shop Drawings: For each type of product indicated. Include dimensioned plans, elevations,
sections, details, and attachments to other work, including required clearances and service
spaces around controller enclosures.
DIVISION 21 – FIRE PROTECTION Controllers for Fire Pump Drivers SECTION 210929
2. Detail equipment assemblies and indicate dimensions, weights, loads, method of field
assembly, components, and location and size of each field connection.
3. Schematic and Connection Diagrams: For power, signal, alarm, and control wiring
and for pressure-sensing tubing.
D. Seismic Qualification Certificates: For each type of product indicated, from manufacturer.
1. Basis for Certification: Indicate whether withstand certification is based on actual test
of assembled components or on calculation.
2. Dimensioned Outline Drawings of Equipment Unit: Identify center of gravity and
locate and describe mounting and anchorage provisions.
3. Detailed description of equipment anchorage devices on which the certification is
based and their installation requirements.
I. Operation and Maintenance Data: For each type of product indicated to include in
emergency, operation, and maintenance manuals. In addition to items specified in
Division 1 Section "Operation and Maintenance Data," include the following:
B. Source Limitations: Obtain fire-pump controllers and all associated equipment from single
source or producer.
DIVISION 21 – FIRE PROTECTION Controllers for Fire Pump Drivers SECTION 210929
F. IEEE Compliance: Fabricate and test enclosed controllers according to IEEE 344 to
withstand seismic forces defined in Division 16 Section "Vibration and Seismic Controls for
Electrical Systems."
A. Store controllers indoors in clean, dry space with uniform temperature to prevent
condensation. Protect enclosed controllers from exposure to dirt, fumes, water, corrosive
substances, and physical damage.
B. If stored in areas subject to weather, protect controllers from weather, dirt, dust, corrosive
substances, and physical damage. Remove loose packing and flammable materials from
inside controllers; connect factory-installed space heaters to temporary electrical service.
A. Environmental Limitations:
1. Ambient Temperature Rating: Not less than 40 deg F (5 deg C) and not exceeding
122 deg F (50 deg C) unless otherwise indicated.
2. Altitude Rating: Not exceeding 6600 feet (2011 m) unless otherwise indicated.
B. Interruption of Existing Electric Service: Notify EMPLOYER no fewer than seven days in
advance of proposed interruption of electric service, and comply with NFPA 70E.
1.9 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate layout and installation of controllers with other construction including conduit,
piping, fire-pump equipment, and adjacent surfaces. Maintain required clearances for
workspace and equipment access doors and panels. Ensure that controllers are within sight
of fire-pump drivers.
B. Coordinate sizes and locations of concrete bases with actual equipment provided.
A. Furnish extra materials that match products installed and that are packaged with protective
covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.
1. Indicating Lights: Two of each type and color of lens installed; two of each type and
size of lamp installed.
2. Auxiliary Contacts: One for each size and type of magnetic contactor installed.
3. Power Contacts: Three for each size and type of magnetic contactor installed.
4. Contactor Coils: One for each size and type of magnetic controller installed.
5. Relay Boards: One for each size and type of relay board installed.
6. Operator Interface: One microprocessor board(s), complete with display and
membrane keypad.
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PART 2 - PRODUCTS
A. Method of Starting:
1. Pressure-switch actuated.
D. Method of Isolation and Overcurrent Protection: Interlocked isolating switch and nonthermal
MCCB; with a common, externally mounted operating handle, and providing locked-rotor
protection.
1. Monitor, display, and control the devices, alarms, functions, and operations listed in
NFPA 20 as required for drivers and controller types used.
2. Method of Control and Indication:
F. Optional Features:
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c. One each, Form C contacts for high and low reservoir level.
G. ATS:
2.2 ATS
DIVISION 21 – FIRE PROTECTION Controllers for Fire Pump Drivers SECTION 210929
1. Monitor, display, and control devices, alarms, functions, and operations listed in
NFPA 20 as required for drivers and controller types used.
2. Method of Control and Indication:
F. Optional Features:
A. General Requirements for Remote Alarm Panels: Comply with NFPA 20 and UL 218 listed
by an NRTL for fire-pump service.
C. General Requirements for Remote Alarm Panels: Factory assembled, wired, and tested.
1. Driver running.
2. Loss of phase.
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3. Phase reversal.
4. Supervised power on.
5. Common trouble on the controller.
6. If retaining second option in subparagraph above, insert list of required alarms in first
subparagraph below.
7. Controller connected to alternate power source.
F. Audible and Visual Alarm and Status Indications: Manufacturer's standard indicating lights;
1. Engine running.
2. Controller main switch turned to the off or manual position.
3. Supervised power on.
4. Common trouble on the controller or engine.
5. If retaining second option in subparagraph above, insert list of required alarms in first
subparagraph below.
6. Common pump room trouble.
7. Controller connected to alternate power source.
D. Include audible and visual alarms and status indications, with silence push button, for the
following conditions:
2.5 ENCLOSURES
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C. Nameplates: Comply with NFPA 20; complete with capacity, characteristics, approvals,
listings, and other pertinent data.
D. Optional Features:
A. Testing: Test and inspect fire-pump controllers according to requirements in NFPA 20 and
UL 218.
B. Fire-pump controllers will be considered defective if they do not pass tests and inspections.
A. Fire pump controller shall be provided with electrically and mechanically interlocking to
prevent the normal and alternate source from connecting at the same time.
B. Interlocking feature will communicate the duty and stand-by fire pump to prevent running of
fire pump at the same time.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine areas and surfaces to receive equipment, with Installer present, for compliance
with requirements and other conditions affecting performance.
C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
C. Wall-Mounting Controllers: Install controllers on walls with disconnect operating handles not
higher than 79 inches (2006 mm) above finished floor, and bottom of enclosure not less
than 12 inches (305 mm) above finished floor unless otherwise indicated. Bolt units to wall
or mount on lightweight structural-steel channels bolted to wall. For controllers not on walls,
provide freestanding racks complying with Division 16 Section "Hangers and Supports for
Electrical Systems."
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1. Install dowel rods to connect concrete base to concrete floor. Unless otherwise
indicated, install dowel rods on 18-inch (450-mm) centers around the full perimeter of
concrete base.
2. For supported equipment, install epoxy-coated anchor bolts that extend through
concrete base, and anchor into structural concrete floor.
3. Place and secure anchorage devices. Use setting drawings, templates, diagrams,
instructions, and directions furnished with items to be embedded.
4. Install anchor bolts to elevations required for proper attachment to supported
equipment.
E. Seismic Bracing: Comply with requirements specified in Division 16 Section "Vibration and
Seismic Controls for Electrical Systems."
F. Temporary Lifting Provisions: Remove temporary lifting eyes, channels, and brackets and
temporary blocking of moving parts from enclosures and components.
A. Wall-Mounting ATS: Install ATS on walls with disconnect operating handles not higher than
79 inches (2006 mm) above finished floor, and bottom of enclosure not less than 12 inches
(305 mm) above finished floor unless otherwise indicated. Bolt units to wall or mount on
lightweight structural-steel channels bolted to wall. For ATS not on walls, provide
freestanding racks complying with Division 16 Section "Hangers and Supports for Electrical
Systems."
1. Install dowel rods to connect concrete base to concrete floor. Unless otherwise
indicated, install dowel rods on 18-inch (450-mm) centers around the full perimeter of
concrete base.
2. For supported equipment, install epoxy-coated anchor bolts that extend through
concrete base, and anchor into structural concrete floor.
3. Place and secure anchorage devices. Use setting drawings, templates, diagrams,
instructions, and directions furnished with items to be embedded.
4. Install anchor bolts to elevations required for proper attachment to supported
equipment.
C. Seismic Bracing: Comply with requirements specified in Division 16 Section "Vibration and
Seismic Controls for Electrical Systems."
D. Temporary Lifting Provisions: Remove temporary lifting eyes, channels, and brackets and
temporary blocking of moving parts from enclosures and components.
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A. Install panels on walls with tops not higher than 72 inches (1829 mm) above finished floor
unless otherwise indicated. Bolt units to wall or mount on lightweight structural-steel
channels bolted to wall. For ATS not on walls, provide freestanding racks complying with
Division 16 Section "Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems."
A. Install power wiring between controllers and their services or sources, and between
controllers and their drivers. Comply with requirements in NFPA 20, NFPA 70, and
Division 26 Section "Conductors and Cables."
A. Install wiring between controllers and remote devices and facility's central monitoring
system. Comply with requirements in NFPA 20, NFPA 70, and Division 26 Section "Control-
Voltage Electrical Power Cables."
B. Install wiring between remote alarm and low-suction-shutdown panels and controllers.
Comply with requirements in NFPA 20, NFPA 70, and Division 26 Section "Control-Voltage
Electrical Power Cables."
C. Install wiring between controllers and the building's fire-alarm system. Comply with
requirements specified in Division 28 Section "Digital, Addressable Fire-Alarm System."
3.7 IDENTIFICATION
B. Identify system components, wiring, cabling, and terminals. Comply with requirements for
identification in NFPA 20 and as specified in Division 26 Section "Electrical Identification."
A. Testing Agency: EMPLOYER will engage a qualified testing agency to perform tests and
inspections.
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a. Verify that voltages at controller locations are within plus 10 or minus 1 percent
of motor nameplate rated voltages, with motors off. If outside this range for
any motor, notify EMPLOYER before starting the motor(s).
b. Test each motor for proper phase rotation.
3. Operational Test: After electrical circuitry has been energized, start units to confirm
proper unit operation.
4. Test and adjust controls and safeties. Replace damaged and malfunctioning controls
and equipment.
1. Do not begin field acceptance testing until suction piping has been flushed and
hydrostatically tested and the certificate for flushing and testing has been submitted
to EMPLOYER and authorities having jurisdiction.
2. Prior to starting, notify authorities having jurisdiction of the time and place of the
acceptance testing.
3. Engage manufacturer's factory-authorized service representative to be present during
the testing.
4. Perform field acceptance tests as outlined in NFPA 20.
F. Controllers will be considered defective if they do not pass tests and inspections.
3.10 ADJUSTING
A. Adjust controllers and battery charger systems to function smoothly and as recommended
by manufacturer.
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3.11 PROTECTION
B. Replace controllers whose interiors have been exposed to water or other liquids prior to
Substantial Completion.
3.12 DEMONSTRATION
3.13 COMMISSIONING
END OF SECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 21 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
B. Related Sections:
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated. Include construction details, material
descriptions, dimensions of individual components and profiles, and finishes for fire
protection cabinets.
B. Shop Drawings: For fire protection cabinets. Include plans, elevations, sections, details,
and attachments to other work.
C. Samples for Initial Selection: For each type of fire protection cabinet indicated.
D. Samples for Verification: For each type of exposed finish required, prepared on Samples of
size indicated below:
E. Product Schedule: For fire protection cabinets. Coordinate final fire protection cabinet
schedule with fire extinguisher schedule to ensure proper fit and function.
A. Fire-Rated, Fire Protection Cabinets: Listed and labeled to comply with requirements in
ASTM E 814 for fire-resistance rating of walls where they are installed.
1. Review methods and procedures related to fire protection cabinets including, but not
limited to, the following:
1.6 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate size of fire protection cabinets to ensure that type and capacity of fire
extinguishers indicated are accommodated.
B. Coordinate size of fire protection cabinets to ensure that type and capacity of fire hoses,
hose valves, and hose racks indicated are accommodated.
C. Coordinate sizes and locations of fire protection cabinets with wall depths.
1.7 SEQUENCING
A. Apply decals vinyl lettering powdered coated painting for fire protection cabinets final color
is used on architectural wall finishes.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 M ATERIALS
A. Cold-Rolled Steel Sheet: ASTM A 1008/A 1008M, Commercial Steel (CS), Type B.
B. Aluminum: Alloy and temper recommended by aluminum producer and manufacturer for
type of use and finish indicated, and as follows:
D. Copper-Alloy Brass Sheet: ASTM B 36/B 36M, alloy UNS No. C26000 (cartridge brass, 70
percent copper).
E. Copper-Alloy Bronze Sheet: ASTM B 36/B 36M, alloy UNS No. C28000 (muntz metal, 60
percent copper).
F. Clear Float Glass: ASTM C 1036, Type I, Class 1, Quality q3, 3 mm thick.
G. Tempered Float Glass: ASTM C 1048, Kind FT, Condition A, Type I, Quality q3, and 3 mm
thick, [Class 1 (clear).
H. Break Glass: Clear annealed float glass, ASTM C 1036, Type I, Class 1, Quality q3, 1.5
mm thick, single strength.
I. Tempered Break Glass: ASTM C 1048, Kind FT, Condition A, Type I, Quality q3, 1.5 mm
thick.
J. Wire Glass: ASTM C 1036, Type II, Class 1, Form 1, Quality q8, Mesh m1 (diamond), 6 mm
thick.
K. Transparent Acrylic Sheet: ASTM D 4802, Category A-1 (cell-cast sheet), 1.5 thick, with
(patterned, textured).
A. Cabinet Type: Suitable for fire (recessed to fire rated wall) hose, rack, valve, extinguisher
and spanner wrench.
1. Fire-Rated Cabinets: Construct fire-rated cabinets with double walls fabricated from
0.0428-inch- (1.1-mm-) thick, cold-rolled steel sheet lined with minimum 5/8-inch- (16-
mm-) thick, fire-barrier material. Provide factory-drilled mounting holes.
C. Cabinet Material: Steel sheet or any material complying to 2 hours fire rating requirement.
D. Recessed Cabinet: Cabinet box recessed in walls of sufficient depth to suit style of trim
indicated.
1. Trimless with Concealed Flange: Surface of surrounding wall finishes flush with
exterior finished surface of cabinet frame and door, without overlapping trim attached
to cabinet. Provide recessed flange, of same material as box, attached to box to act
as plaster stop.
2. Trimless with Hidden Flange: Flange of same metal and finish as box overlaps
surrounding wall finish and is concealed from view by an overlapping door.
3. Exposed Flat Trim: One-piece combination trim and perimeter door frame
overlapping surrounding wall surface with exposed trim face and wall return at outer
edge (backbend).
E. Cabinet Trim Material: Same material and finish as door or approved manufacturing
standard.
G. Door Style: Fully glazed, frameless, backless, acrylic panel Fully glazed panel with frame]
or approved manufacturer standard.
H. Door Glazing: Clear float glass or approved manufacturer standard complying to fire rating
requirement.
J. Accessories:
a. Identify fire extinguisher in fire protection cabinet with the words "FIRE
EXTINGUISHER." 10 lbs. CO2/Dry Chem
K. Finishes:
a. Exterior of cabinet door, and trim except for those surfaces indicated to receive
another finish.
b. Interior of cabinet and door.
A. Cabinet Type: Suitable for fire hose, rack, valve, and extinguisher.
D. Surface-Mounted Cabinet: Cabinet box fully exposed and mounted directly on wall; with no
trim. Provide where walls are of insufficient depth for semi recessed cabinet installation.
a. Lockbolt: 1-1/2 inches high by 3/4 inch (38 mm high by 19 mm) thick; 5/8-inch
(16-mm) throw.
a. Lockbolt: 1 inch high by 7/16 inch (25 mm high by 11 mm) thick; 5/16-inch (8-
mm) throw.
I. Accessories:
a. Identify fire extinguisher in security fire protection cabinet with the words "FIRE
EXTINGUISHER”.
J. Finishes:
2. Steel:
3. Steel Sheets: Powdered coated
2.4 FABRICATION
A. Fire Protection Cabinets: Provide manufacturer's standard box (tub) with trim, frame, door,
and hardware to suit cabinet type, trim style, and door style indicated.
1. Fabricate door frames with tubular stiles and rails and hollow-metal design, minimum
1/2 inch (13 mm) thick.
2. Fabricate door frames of one-piece construction with edges flanged.
3. Miter and weld perimeter door frames.
C. Cabinet Trim: Fabricate cabinet trim in one piece with corners mitered, welded, and ground
smooth.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine roughing-in for hose valves racks and cabinets to verify actual locations of piping
connections before cabinet installation.
B. Examine walls and partitions for suitable framing depth and blocking where recessed and
surface mounted cabinets will be installed.
C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 PREPARATION
A. Prepare recesses for recessed and surface fire protection cabinets as required by type and
size of cabinet and trim style.
3.3 INSTALLATION
A. General: Install fire protection cabinets in locations and at mounting heights indicated at
heights acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.
a. Install cabinet with not more than 1/16-inch (1.6-mm) tolerance between pipe
OD and knockout OD. Center pipe within knockout.
b. Seal through penetrations with firestopping sealant as specified in Division 21
Section 078413“Through-Penetration Firestop Systems”
A. Remove temporary protective coverings and strippable films, if any, as fire protection
cabinets are installed unless otherwise indicated in manufacturer's written installation
instructions.
B. Adjust fire protection cabinet doors to operate easily without binding. Verify that integral
locking devices operate properly.
C. On completion of fire protection cabinet installation, clean interior and exterior surfaces as
recommended by manufacturer.
D. Touch up marred finishes, or replace fire protection cabinets that cannot be restored to
factory-finished appearance. Use only materials and procedures recommended or
furnished by fire protection cabinet and mounting bracket manufacturers.
E. Replace fire protection cabinets that have been damaged or have deteriorated beyond
successful repair by finish touchup or similar minor repair procedures.
END OF SECTION
PART 1 – GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION
A. Comply with Division 21- General Requirements and all documents referred to therein.
B. Provide all labor, material, equipment and appliances, and perform all operations for the work
as outlined in the specifications and delineated on the Drawings for the installation of
complete combined Fire Standpipe and Sprinkler System. All work shall be performed in
strict accordance with these specifications and the Drawings. Secure and pay for permits,
fees and inspections required for the approval of Fire Standpipe and Sprinkler systems.
Perform hydraulic calculations, and file the shop drawings and the calculations with Factory
Mutual and the Building Authorities.
C. GENERAL CONTRACTOR for this work shall be held to have read all of the tender
requirements, the General Conditions, and in the execution of work he will be bound by all of
the conditions and requirements therein.
D. Following is a brief outline and description of the work included, but shall not be considered
as complete and all inclusive:
2. Joints
4. Pipe Sleeves
5. Valves
7. Sprinkler Cabinets
8. Identification Tags
9. Tests
E. Hazard classification
1. Light Hazard:
a. Motorpol,Retail
F. Related Documents
1. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 21 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 21 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
B. Division 21 will be responsible to carry out the commissioning requirements specified in this
sections and other sections referenced. These include, but are not limited to, commissioning,
enhanced commissioning, preparation of a detailed O&M manual, and detailed training of the
EMPLOYER’S personnel.
1.3 DEFINITIONS
A. Wet-Pipe Sprinkler System: Automatic sprinklers are attached to piping containing water and
that is connected to water supply through alarm valve. Water discharges immediately from
sprinklers when they are opened. Sprinklers open when heat melts fusible link or destroys
frangible device. Hose connections are included if indicated.
B. Deluge Sprinkler System: Open sprinklers are attached to piping connected to water supply
through deluge valve. Fire-detection system, in same area as sprinklers, opens valve. Water
flows into piping system and discharges from attached sprinklers when valve opens.
B. High-Pressure Piping System Component: Listed for 350 psig (2413 kPa) and MSS-SP- 70,
71, type 1 and 110 for 500 psig (3450 kPa) working pressure.
1. Available fire-hose valve flow test records indicate the following conditions:
a. Date:
b. Time:
c. Performed by:
d. Location of Residual Fire Hose Valve
e. Location of Flow Fire Hose Valve
f. Static Pressure at Residual Fire Hose Valve
g. Measured Flow at Flow Fire Hose Valve
h. Residual Pressure at Residual Fire Hose Valve
1. Margin of Safety for Available Water Flow and Pressure: 20 percent, including losses
through water-service piping, valves, and backflow preventers.
2. Sprinkler Occupancy Hazard Classifications:
A. All materials and equipment shall be produced in a plant of recognized reputation and
regularly engaged in the production of pipes and/or equipment conforming to the specified
standards. A single manufacturer shall produce all the pipe of the same type supplied for the
work. Materials and equipment shall be new, of makes and kinds specified herein, or as
indicated on the Drawings, without exception.
B. All material and work to be in accordance with applicable portions of the latest revisions and
editions of the following standards unless otherwise indicated.
3. NFPA 20 Standard for the Installation of Stationary Fire Pumps for Fire Protection
9. FM Factory Mutual
13. NFPA 22 Standard for Water Tanks for Private Fire Protection
D. The complete fire protection installation shall be made by an approved installer, specializing
in sprinkler and fire protection work, having not less than five (5) years experience in installing
systems of comparable size.
E. GENERAL CONTRACTOR shall submit proof of valid license to perform work in the
Philippines.
F. If any of the requirements of the above are in conflict with one another or with the
requirements of these specifications, the most stringent requirement shall govern.
PART 2 – PRODUCTS
A. Pipe
1. B.I. Pipes, Schedule 40 as indicated, conforming to the latest standard specification for
welded steel pipe of the ASTM A-53.
2. Provide schedule 80 seamless pipe for 150mm pipe for express riser supplying offices
from Fire Pump Room up to offices express riser.
3. Provide piping, 50 mm smaller: black steel pipe ASTM A53 schedule 40 with black cast-
iron, malleable iron threaded
B. Fittings
1. Sizes 50 mm and smaller: Cast steel or malleable iron fittings, 3,000 kPa. Cast iron may
be used for drain pipe fittings.
2. Sizes 65 mm and larger: Victaulic grooved 07 Zeroflex (3,240 kPa), Firelock (3,280 kPa),
or ductile iron ASTM A-536.
3. Malleable or ductile iron fittings class 300 lbs. Shall be used except fittings for the
offices express riser that should be class 600 lbs schedule 80.
4. Branch outlets shall be Victaulic style 920, 921, 925 or 929 mechanical T-branch
connections, with Grade "E" standard pressure resilient gasket (Grade "E" O-Ring for
Style 925).
2.2 VALVES
A. Gate Valves
1. UL approved, FM approved, bronze body, OS&Y, rising stem, flanged ends, 3,450 kPa.
2. Valves 50 mm and smaller, bronze to ASTM B61 solid wedge and screw ends. O, S & Y
3. Valves 65mm and larger, Iron body bronze, O, S & Y Solid wedge, Flonge ends, 1400
kPa w.o.g except for residential express riser and fire pump valve assembly that should
be 3240 kPa w.o.g.
B. Check Valves
1. UL approved, FM approved
2. Valve 50mm and smaller, bronze to ASTM B61 designed for both horizontal vertical
mounting replaceable composition disc and seat ring, screwed cap and end, 1400 kPa
w.o.g.
3. Valves 65mm and larger, iron body, UL, FM approved, MSI AWWA bronze disc and seat
ring, bolted cap to either horizontal or vertical mounting, flange ends 3413 kPa w.o.g
except for residential express riser that should be 3240 kPa w.o.g.
C. Butterfly Valves
1. UL-listed and FM approved, indicating type with supervisory monitoring switches, ductile
iron body.
D. Provide tamper switches for all valves controlling flow in fire sprinkler systems.
F. Provide valve bypass on valves 150 mm and larger. Pressure rating of bypass valve shall be
equal to the pressure of the main valve.
G. Provide 300 mm wide wrought iron or steel ladder for valves with operating mechanism
located more than 2 m above a floor or landing.
A. All Fire Department Connections (FDC) shall be equipped with a single 100 mm “HYDRA
STORZ” quick-connect fitting with a 30-degree down angle and suite to couplings of local fire
brigade department.
2.5 DRAINS
A. Provide valves and/or plugs at base of risers and other locations required for complete
drainage of system.
A. Provide angle globe pattern, single seated, hydraulically operated, pilot controlled, diaphragm
type, normally open valve of cast iron construction with flanged ends.
B. The valve trim and pilot assembly shall be stainless steel and pressure setting shall be made
with a single screw, housed in a screwed-on sealable housing. Wetted areas of the valve
body shall be epoxy coated. The assembly shall be complete with shut-off valves, strainer,
pressure gauges, size adjustment spools etc.
A. Hangers and supports shall be provided and installed for all piping as required by this
specification and all authorities having jurisdiction over the work, and shall be approved by the
MEEPF CONSULTANT. Support piping independently from structure.
B. All hangers and supports shall be made of steel or other durable and non-combustible
materials. Wood, wire, or perforated strap iron shall not be used as permanent hangers or
supports. Hangers that penetrate finished ceilings shall be provided with a chrome or nickel
plated escutcheon plate manufactured by Grinnell, or approved equal.
C. Hangers and supports shall be installed so as not to interfere with the free expansion and
contraction of piping, and all nuts and bolts shall be drawn up tight.
D. Except where specified elsewhere, hangers for pipes shall be adjustable wrought steel, clevis
type, similar to Grinnell Figure No. 260, or approved equal. Hangers shall be complete with
bolts, rod and two nuts for each bolt. The diameter of hanger rods shall be as follows:
20 mm – 50 mm 10 mm
65 mm – 85 mm 13 mm
100 mm – 125 mm 16 mm
150 mm 20 mm
E. Small tubing to gauges, controls, or other equipment installed on any apparatus shall be
secured in place with bolted clips.
F. All vertical piping shall be firmly supported by riser clamps properly installed to relieve weight
from fittings and piping at base of risers. Vertical pipes shall have riser clamps not to exceed
4.5 m spacing.
G. Where required, furnish and install heavy anchorage to the pipe against movement from
expansion and contraction and secure the approval of the MEEPF CONSULTANT for the
method of installing the anchorage before the work.
H. Horizontal piping shall be supported at intervals not greater than 3 m spacing and at all
changes of direction.
I. Where static pressure exceeds 650 kPa, provide support to prevent upward movement at the
end of branch lines and arm-overs where sprinklers are below ceilings, where required by
NFPA 13.
A. Furnish, install and be responsible for the location of proper sleeves for all pipes passing
through floor, walls, partitions or other building construction. Where sleeves occur in concrete
construction, they shall be set before concrete is poured.
Set sleeves and anchors in a suitable manner so that they will not become displaced.
Sleeves for piping passing through walls and floors in concealed spaces shall be cut flush
with walls or floor. All sleeves shall be Schedule 40 galvanized steel pipe, and of such a size
as to permit piping and piping insulation to pass through sleeve.
B. Sleeves passing through foundation walls or exterior walls, or where seepage may occur,
shall be thoroughly waterproofed by removing all loose material and caulking with oakum and
lead wool tightly around pipe or exterior as well as interior surface. Finish off interior surface
with cement. Finish off exterior surface with two layers of felt, mopped on with hot asphalt,
making for an absolutely waterproof installation. All waterproofing must be performed before
any backfilling is done.
C. On all pipes passing through fire rated walls and ceilings, in finished areas, and where pipes
are exposed to view, furnish and install plates on each side of the wall, Grinnell No. 13
chrome- or nickel-plated, or approved equal. Plate shall be large enough to cover sleeve
opening and pass insulation. Clamp plate firmly to pipe by means of setscrews.
D Sleeves passing through walls and floors between rooms shall be filled from both ends of
sleeve with fireproof insulation material of a fire rating equal to that of the wall or floor.
A. Provide paddle type alarm switches for wet pipe systems. Provide Alarm Pressure Switches
for dry-pipe systems.
B. Water flow alarm switches shall be UL listed Reliable Model A or similar with pneumatic retard
mechanism.
C. Provide flow detection and valve closed interface with the Fire Alarm System.
A. Prefabricated, UL-listed and FM approved assembly consisting of a grooved end body, flow
switch, inspectors test valve and pressure gauge.
D. Provide flow detection and valve closed interface with the Fire Alarm System.
1. Pre-Action Valve
b. Strainer
i. Emergency Release
l. Drain Cup
c. Strainer
5. Release System:
a. Solenoid Valve
e. Accelerator
g. Pneumatic Actuator
6. Air Supply:
a. Air Compressor
b. Control Switch
c. Dehydrator
1. When the detection system operates, system control panel energizes the solenoid valve
to open.
2. Alarms activate, but the pre-action valve will NOT open until a sprinkler opens relieving
supervisory pressure from the sprinkler system.
3. When a sprinkler opens, supervisory pressure in the sprinkler piping is reduced causing
the pneumatic actuator to open.
4. After both the electric detection system activates and supervisory pressure in the sprinkler
system has been lost, pressure is released from the priming chamber to open drain cup.
5. The pre-action valve clapper opens to allow water to flow into the system piping and
alarm devices, causing water motor alarm and water flow alarms connected to alarm
pressure switch to activate.
D. Interfacing with the other trades. The fire protection GENERAL CONTRACTOR shall also
provide all necessary wirings and connection from Pre-action panel to the following:
2.12 IDENTIFICATION
A. Signs, charts and tags shall be provided as described in NFPA 13 (Standard for the
Installation of Sprinkler Systems).
B. Painting finish (type, quality, and colour) to all fire protection pipework shall comply with the
requirements of Local Code Authority.
C. All equipment shall have a nameplate that identifies the manufacturer’s name, address, type
or style, model or serial number, and catalog number.
2.13 SPRINKLER
A. All sprinklers shall be UL listed and FM approved of automatic glass bulb type, standard
orifice (15 mm ) color coded as follows:
1. Factory painted brass, spray type, rated 68 deg. C, installed pendant with matching
ceiling plates.
3. Non air-conditioned Plant Rooms and other Areas: Brass construction, conventional type,
rated 74 deg. C, installed upright or pendant as appropriate.
4. Through wall sprinklers (conditioned areas): Chrome plated brass, rated 68oC complete
with sleeved escutcheon.
5. Side wall sprinklers (Non-conditioned areas): Chrome plated brass, rated 74 deg. C
installed upright.
6. Concealed sprinklers: 0.3mm frangible glass bulb type, standard orifice (15mm/1/2 inch),
rated 57 deg. C complete with cover plate.
2.14 SPRINKLER CABINETS
A. Provide spare sprinkler emergency cabinet and spare stock of sprinklers heads conforming to
NFPA 13 (Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems). The GENERAL
CONTRACTOR shall provide no less than 24 spare heads of each type and/or temperature
rating.
B. Cabinet shall be constructed of 22-gauge steel with prime coat and manufacturer's baked
enamel finish in color selected by the MEEPF CONSULTANT. Cabinet(s) shall be located in
Fire Pump Room(s). Final location shall be as directed by the MEEPF CONSULTANT.
PART 3 – EXECUTION
3.1 GENERAL
A. Install a complete combined fire standpipe and sprinkler system with all piping, valves,
hangers, signs, valves, tests, etc., as indicated on Drawings and as specified herein.
B. Furnish and install all drain piping, flushing, connections, drain plugs, drain valves, etc., at
drain points and all low points.
C. Seal all valves, not provided with tamper switches, in open position by approved means.
D. Flushing connections shall conform, to NFPA 13 (Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler
Systems). Include pressure gauges and 25mm inspector's test connections.
E. Piping shall be run parallel to walls and beams. Before finalizing the location of any piping,
consult with other trades so as to avoid interfering with their work.
F. Care shall be exercised in the installation of the piping so that the system will drain by gravity,
back through branches.
G. All electrical devices associated with and/or listed within this Section including power and
control wiring with the exception of main source of power from the building’s electrical system
shall be the sole responsibility of the GENERAL CONTRACTOR. This shall include but is not
limited to conduit, wiring, termination of wiring, etc.
3.2 TRAINING
3.3 TESTS
A. General:
1. The entire works shall be fully tested in stages as the work proceeds and on completion
of work as applicable.
2. To provide during normal working hours, all necessary labours, instruments, equipment,
materials, fuel, power and maker's representatives, to carry out such tests as may be
necessary to satisfy the MEEPF CONSULTANT that the installation meets the
requirement and intent of the specification as well as such tests required by NFPA 13 and
Local Code Authority.
3. All tests shall be made in the presence of the MEEPF CONSULTANT or his
representative or any inspecting authority.
4. Tests described hereinafter and including all tests prescribed by the Authority having
jurisdiction shall be carried out. Any tests proved unsatisfactory shall be repeated to the
satisfaction of the inspecting parties.
6. Water flow rates of all equipment shall be adjusted to design conditions. Complete
results of adjustments shall be recorded and submitted.
2. Two months prior to completion, submit a detailed programme for conducting on-site
acceptance tests and commissioning for the MEEPF CONSULTANT’s approval.
3. Start up, operate, test and adjust the systems in accordance with the agreed programme.
The setting shall be supervised by the MEEPF CONSULTANT, who shall remain on site
until he thinks that the equipment are operating satisfactorily and accepted. Advise and
co-ordinate with the manufacturer's representatives so that all testing is carried out
according to the agreed programme.
4. The whole installation shall be given the following tests to bring the plant into running
order. The MEEPF CONSULTANT shall be given reasonable notice together with a copy
of recorded test results, not less than seven (7) days, regarding the nature of tests, the
time and location. Acceptance tests will only be witnessed by the MEEPF CONSULTANT
when the submitted tests results are found satisfactorily.
5. All instruments, tools, materials and labour required to perform these tests shall be
provided.
6. Before the tests are carried out, remove connected equipment and components which are
liable to damage under test, and shall provide and fix all the necessary gauges, blanking
flanges, etc.
a. Hose Reels
1) The manufacturer's recognised test certificate for the hose reels shall be
submitted to the MEEPF CONSULTANT for scrutiny and approval before their
installation on site.
2) The MEEPF CONSULTANT shall select at random hose reel for site testing
conforming to the Local Code requirements.
1) The MEEPF CONSULTANT shall select at his discretion any section of pipework
for the following load tests as recommended in NFPA.
2) Hangers shall be capable of withstanding the test loadings given in the NFPA
Rules.
3) When installed and subjected to the test loadings, the hanger shall not rupture,
pull out, distort or otherwise be damaged and hangers shall not show permanent
distortion resulting in a change in level or material position of the pipe to be
supported in excess of 8 mm. If in-situ tests are conducted, appropriate safety
precautions must be taken.
8. Prior to the system start-up, the following inspection, tests and pre-commissioning
treatment shall be carried out:
1) The tanks shall be thoroughly cleaned with water and drained before city mains
supply will feed in.
2) Also before city mains supply will feed in, the level switch shall be simulated for
the various cut-in and cut-out settings.
b. Pressure Switches
1) The testing equipment arrangement for pressure switches and pressure gauges
shall be as shown on the drawings or of an approved equivalent.
2) The testing equipment shall be suitable for nominal working pressure of 2.5 MPa
(PN 25) conforming to the BS, e.g. the pipework shall conform to BS 1387:1967
Table 3 for class C heavy galvanized mild steel tube.
3) The pressure settings corresponding for pump cut-in (lamp and buzzer energised)
and pump cut-out (lamp and buzzer de-energised) and reset differentials shall be
tested by applying the hand jacking pump or by opening the test valve.
c. Flow Switches
1) The testing equipment for the flow switches shall be as shown on the drawings or
of an equivalent approved by the MEEPF CONSULTANT.
2) The calibration test equipment shall provide a flow of 1 l/s over the vane of the
flow switch in the direction shown, to be confirmed by the direct reading flow
meter.
3) The flow switch contacts shall make with energisation of the lamp and the buzzer,
upon a flow not greater than 1 l/s flowing over the vane in the correct direction.
d. Hydrostatic Tests
1) All parts of the water circuit shall be filled with water before hydrostatic pressure
testing, and pump running tests for verification of pressure and flow rate, are
conducted.
2) The hand jacking pump shall be applied to increase the system pressure to 2
times the working pressure or 1.5 times the working pressure plus 350 kPa
whichever is the lower but in any case not less than 700 kPa. The pressure shall
be maintained for a period not less than 24 hours.
4) The working pressure for various systems shall be as shown on the drawings.
5) Before performing the hydrostatic test, the following system component shall be
fulfilled:
i. All gate valves shall be closed fully except the valves around the check
meter position which shall be opened.
ii. All the main stop valves and the subsidiary stop valves shall be opened
or closed in order to provide isolated water tight sections for the
hydrostatic pressure testing.
iii. The pressure switches shall be isolated by the relevant valves or cocks.
1) Prior to start-up and satisfactorily hydraulic testing, clean the entire installation
including all fittings and pipework and the like after installation and keep them in a
new condition. All pumping systems shall be flushed and drained at least once
through to get rid of contaminating materials. All pipes shall be rodded when
3) When the entire systems are reasonably clean, a pre-treatment chemical shall be
introduced and circulated for at least 8 hours. Warning signs shall be provided at
all outlets during pre-treatment. The pre-treatment chemical shall:
a) Remove oil, grease and foreign residue from the pipework and fittings.
d) After pre-treatment, the system shall be drained and refilled with fresh water
and left until the system is put into operation.
f. Electrical Tests
1) Electrical tests shall comply with the current edition of IEE regulations and
requirements enforced by local authorities.
2) Electrical insulation tests, earth electrode resistance test and cost amenity test
shall apply to busbars, isolators and other equipment and wiring where
applicable.
4) Function simulation tests shall be performed to ensure that the systems have
been installed to the control requirements as described in the specification
therein.
g. Electrical Coupling
1) The direct coupling of the pump drivers shall be dismantled before the pump
motor control panel is energised.
3) The coupling shall not be re-mated again till the correct motor rotation has been
demonstrated with power drawn from the energised pump motor control panel.
1) After the electrical pump motor control panel has been energised, pump churning
tests shall be performed with the pump discharge valve closed.
i. A separate test shall be conducted for each pump. With each pump running for
thirty minutes, the following results shall be obtained at a 3-minute intervals:
2) The flow rate of the churning water to be measured by collecting the flow into a
metal tank via a plastic hose.
3) The temperature of the motor casing with the pump room door being closed.
4) The pump room temperature at a point close to the ceiling slab and at a point 600
mm above finished floor level adjacent to the room door.
Ensure to the satisfaction of the MEEPF CONSULTANT that the installation or portion
thereof which has been set to work complies with all requirements including the
following:
1) That the plant and apparatus shall be of robust construction and of capacity for
the duty specified.
2) That all valves, switches, controls and the like are properly regulated and capable
of proper operation and in the case of valves are capable of being shut-off.
5) That all services are tested in accordance with the details of the relevant clauses
of this Specification.
6) Pump control tests for the hydrant and wet and dry systems at the pump motor
control panels shall be integrated with other relevant test requirements for those
systems in this Specification.
9. The various systems shall be operated for the following system performance tests:
a. Sprinkler System
1) The system shall be tested to confirm that the pressure and flow rate and control
scheme conform to NFPA requirements.
2) The start and stop of each jockey pump and each main pump shall be tested by
opening/closing of the test and drain valve stemming from the installation valve.
3) The water flow rate and pressure for each installation shall be tested by using the
proving of water test equipment (i.e. direct reading flow meter) according to
NFPA. At the same time, the motor gong shall sound properly. During the test,
the main duty pump shall be in full operation within 30 seconds, and for the
standby pump if required, within 45 seconds.
4) The end-of-pipe test valve at the hydraulically remotest end of the system shall be
opened for testing the flow switch.
6) Each set of pressure switches shall be tested by opening end-of-pipe test valves
for starting of jockey pumps, sprinkler main pumps.
2. Submit of all necessary forms and shop drawings/as-built drawings to the Statutory
Authorities which shall conform in layout to the latest Architectural plans submitted kept
by these Authorities.
3. The submission shall comply with the requirements set forth in the current Codes of
Practice and circular letters of the Statutory Authorities. The shop drawings to be
submitted shall be forwarded to the MEEPF CONSULTANT for checking before
submission.
4. The GENERAL CONTRACTOR shall ensure that his submission shall not delay the
subsequent inspection and test; otherwise he shall be fully responsible for any
consequence due to his delay.
1. Ensure that all equipment is thoroughly cleaned, lubricated and checked for serviceability
before setting to work. Particular attention is drawn to the removal of building debris from
the pipework systems.
2. Special attention is drawn to the need for thoroughly flushing out all pipework systems to
ensure that all foreign matter is removed.
3. All automatic controls and safety devices shall be inspected and checked for service
ability before the working fluid or electricity is applied to the system.
D. Commissioning:
1. When the various installations have been completed and the preliminary commissioning
checks carried out, the GENERAL CONTRACTOR shall set to work, regulate and
calibrate all system in the entire installation. Special attention shall be paid to the
following items.
2. That all valves, switches, controls, etc. are regulated and capable of proper operation and
in the case of isolation valves that they are capable of tight shut off.
3. That all apparatus is silent in accordance with the requirements of this Specification.
5. That all services are tested in accordance with the details in the relevant clauses of this
Specification.
6. Operate pumps, pressure reducing sets, etc. to ensure that all control systems are
functioning correctly and are properly set, sequenced or interlocked.
1. Following commissioning of the entire installation, and prior to issue of Taking Over
Certificate. The GENERAL CONTRACTOR shall carry out final acceptance tests in
accordance with a programme to be agreed with the MEEPF CONSULTANT.
2. Should the results of the acceptance tests show that plant, systems and/or equipment fail
to perform to the efficiencies or other performance figures as given in this Specification,
the GENERAL CONTRACTOR shall adjust, modify and if necessary replace the
equipment without further payment in order that the required performance can be
obtained.
3. Where acceptance tests are required by the relevant Authorities having jurisdiction, these
tests shall be carried out by the GENERAL CONTRACTOR prior to the issue of Taking
Over Certificate to the acceptance of the Authorities.
3.4 ALARMS
A. All pump alarms, both local and remote, shall be tested. Supervisory alarms for diesel shall
be electrically tested for low oil pressure, high engine jacket coolant temperature, shutdown
from over speed, battery failure and battery changer failure.
A. Brush and clean all work prior to concealing, painting and acceptance. Perform in stages if
directed.
B. Painted or exposed work soiled or damaged: Clean and repair to match adjoining work before
final acceptance.
F. Disinfections
1. Disinfect underground water mains after installation and test in accordance with:
G The GENERAL CONTRACTOR shall provide written proof of testing to the MEPF
CONSULTANT.
3.6 DEMONSTRATION
END OF SECTION
DIVISION 21 – FIRE PROTECTION Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing System SECTION 212200
DIVISION 21 – FIRE PROTECTION Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing System SECTION 212200
PART 1 – GENERAL
This Section and related Drawings describe the requirements for Total Flooding Clean Agent
Fire Extinguishing Systems, controls and all related piping accessories.
B. NFPA Compliance - All materials and installations shall comply with NFPA 2001
“Standard for Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems”.
The complete installation shall be carried out in accordance with the current issue of the
applicable National, City, Municipal and Local Codes and Standards:
1.4 SUBMITTALS
C. Submit schematic wiring diagrams for all components, clearly indicating all required
field electrical connections.
D. Submit all information necessary for the complete supply and installation of the clean
agent Extinguishing System.
DIVISION 21 – FIRE PROTECTION Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing System SECTION 212200
A. All materials used for the installation must be new, free from all defects and
imperfections unless otherwise indicated. Handle all materials and components
carefully to prevent damage, breaking, denting and scouring.
B. Store the components in clean dry place. Protect from weather, dirt, fumes, water,
construction debris, and physical damage.
PART 2 – PRODUCTS
A. The extinguishing system for this project shall use Clean Agent low pressure as the
extinguishing agent similar to the following system.
1. Novec 1230
2. FM 200
3. IG 55
B. Clean agent extinguishing system shall be provided to all areas as specified and as
indicated in the drawings including above ceiling spaces. The system shall be
configured into a multizone scheme where in the clean agent gas supply shall be
calculated / determined based on the biggest single hazard.
C. The system shall be automatically and manually controlled that should be suitable for
total flooding application. Zone status shall be indicated in the centralized fire
extinguishing control panel.
D. The system supplier shall provide, install and guarantee the performance and
selection of system components that conforms to the design intent as well as NFPA
2001 latest edition and meet the approval of the authority having jurisdiction.
E. The clean agent fire extinguishing system shall consist of but not limited to the
following:
DIVISION 21 – FIRE PROTECTION Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing System SECTION 212200
c. Selector Valve(UL/FM)
Relief valve shall be provided as part of the control tubing that will
prevent unintentional system operation due to the accumulation of
pressure and / or due to a leak from the actuating cylinder.
DIVISION 21 – FIRE PROTECTION Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing System SECTION 212200
Fire alarm bell shall be provided that shall operate to give warning to
occupants in cases that automatic fire detectors sense the presence
of fire.
The centralized addressable type fire detection & alarm control panel
to control and monitor the operation of each protected hazard shall
be used. The panel shall have a control unit that will constitute the
basic control switches and system monitoring LCD display panel.
Pressure relief device with sufficient area opening to balance the air
pressure at normal atmosphere during and after the agent full
discharge shall be provided on each protected hazard. The system
control interlock shall be configured so that this relief device shall
automatically open before the start of the gas discharge and shall
close automatically after the agent has been fully discharged.
i. Selector Switch
DIVISION 21 – FIRE PROTECTION Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing System SECTION 212200
1. Manual Operation
a. If fire occurs
b. Pull down the manual discharge station
2. Automatic Operation
a. If fire occurs
b. Zone 1 smoke detector detects smoke
j. Fire extinguish
DIVISION 21 – FIRE PROTECTION Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing System SECTION 212200
PART 3 – EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
Upon completion of the installation, the system shall be subject for functional and operational
test (No Gas Discharge) including tests in place of each field devices. When all the required
corrections have been rectified, the system shall be re-tested and the representative of the
owner shall be notified of the readiness for final inspection. At this time, any and all required
test shall be repeated and any defects corrected until the system is found to be acceptable.
END OF SECTION
DIVISION 21 – FIRE PROTECTION Electric Drive, Vertical Turbine Fire Pumps SECTION 213113
DIVISION 21 – FIRE PROTECTION Electric Drive, Vertical Turbine Fire Pumps SECTION 213113
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 21 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
B. Division 21 will be responsible to carry out the commissioning requirements specified in this
Sections and other sections referenced. These include, but are not limited to,
commissioning, enhanced commissioning, preparation of a detailed O&M manual, and
detailed training of the EMPLOYER’S personnel.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
A. Seismic Performance: Fire pumps shall withstand the effects of earthquake motions
determined according to ASCE/SEI 7.
1. The term "withstand" means "the unit will remain in place without separation of any
parts from the device when subjected to the seismic forces specified [ and the unit will
be fully operational after the seismic event."
B. Pump Equipment, Accessory, and Specialty Pressure Rating: 175 psig (1200 kPa)
minimum unless higher pressure rating is indicated in the plan.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated. Include rated capacities, operating
characteristics, performance curves, electrical characteristics, and furnished specialties and
accessories.
B. Shop Drawings: For fire pumps, motor drivers, and fire-pump accessories and specialties.
Include plans, elevations, sections, details, and attachments to other work.
C. Seismic Qualification Certificates: For fire pumps, accessories, and components, from
manufacturer.
1. Basis for Certification: Indicate whether withstand certification is based on actual test
of assembled components or on calculation.
2. Dimensioned Outline Drawings of Equipment Unit: Identify center of gravity and
locate and describe mounting and anchorage provisions.
DIVISION 21 – FIRE PROTECTION Electric Drive, Vertical Turbine Fire Pumps SECTION 213113
H. Operation and Maintenance Data: For fire pumps to include in operation and maintenance
manuals.
B. NFPA Compliance: Comply with NFPA 20, "Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire
Protection."
1.6 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate sizes and locations of concrete bases with actual equipment provided.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
B. Base: Fabricated and attached to fire-pump and driver unit with reinforcement to resist
movement of pump during seismic events when base is anchored to building substrate.
C. Finish: Red paint applied to factory-assembled and -tested unit before shipping.
1. Provide packaged type fire pumps and jockey pump system, all assembled on a
common base-plate. All components shall be ULC listed where applicable, and in
accordance with the following specifications.
2. Refer to Schedule for duty. Provide verticall single stage, split-case centrifugal pump,
hydrostatically tested to twice the maximum working pressure or 2,413 kPa maxi-
mum. Provide ductile iron casing and cover with cast iron motor bracket, bronze im-
peller and wearing ring, and bronze shaft sleeve. Connected to a 3,600 rpm (max),
solid shaft, open dripproof type motor.
DIVISION 21 – FIRE PROTECTION Electric Drive, Vertical Turbine Fire Pumps SECTION 213113
a. One (1) concentric increaser, attached to the fire pump discharge complete
with 20 mm automatic air release valve and 20 mm circulation relief valve set
approximately 10% above operative discharge pressure.
b. One (1) UL listed and labelled fire pump control panel, and with a circuit
breaker interrupting capacity amperes RMS symmetrical of two (2) complete
with pressure switch suitable for 350 psi range.
c. Waste cone complete with sight glass
d. Pump test header complete with straight hose valve.
8. Mounting: Pump and driver shafts are horizontal, with pump and driver on same
base.
B. Coupling: Flexible and capable of absorbing torsional vibration and shaft misalignment.
Include metal coupling guard.
C. Driver:
1. Standard: UL 1004A.
2. Type: Electric motor; NEMA MG 1, polyphase Design B.
A. Pipe sizes for pump test header, relief valves, discharge cones, and number and size of
manifold hose valves are set by NFPA 20, so are not required in this article.
B. Automatic Air-Release Valves: Comply with NFPA 20 for installation in fire-pump casing.
C. Circulation Relief Valves: UL 1478, brass, spring loaded; for installation in pump discharge
piping.
D. Relief Valves:
DIVISION 21 – FIRE PROTECTION Electric Drive, Vertical Turbine Fire Pumps SECTION 213113
6. Manifold:
C. Sensor: Annubar probe, orifice plate, or venturi unless otherwise indicated. Sensor size
shall match pipe, tubing, flowmeter, and fittings.
D. Permanently Mounted Flowmeter: Compatible with flow sensor; with dial not less than 4-1/2
inches (115 mm) in diameter. Include bracket or device for wall mounting.
1. Tubing Package: NPS 1/8 or NPS 1/4 (DN 6 or DN 10) soft copper tubing with copper or
brass fittings and valves.
H. Portable Flowmeter: Compatible with flow sensor; with dial not less than 4-1/2 inches (115
mm) in diameter and with two 12-foot- (3.7-m-) long hoses in carrying case.
2.5 GROUT
DIVISION 21 – FIRE PROTECTION Electric Drive, Vertical Turbine Fire Pumps SECTION 213113
A. Testing: Test and inspect fire pumps according to UL 448 requirements for "Operation Test"
and "Manufacturing and Production Tests."
B. See Division 1 Section "Quality Requirements" for retesting and reinspecting requirements
and Division 1 Section "Execution Requirements" for requirements for correcting the Work.
C. Fire pumps will be considered defective if they do not pass tests and inspections.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine equipment bases and anchorage provisions, with Installer present, for compliance
with requirements and for conditions affecting performance of fire pumps.
B. Examine roughing-in for fire-suppression piping systems to verify actual locations of piping
connections before fire-pump installation.
C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Fire-Pump Installation Standard: Comply with NFPA 20 for installation of fire pumps, relief
valves, and related components.
B. Equipment Mounting: Install fire pumps on concrete bases. Comply with requirements for
concrete bases specified in Division 3 Section "Cast-in-Place Concrete."
1. Install dowel rods to connect concrete base to concrete floor. Unless otherwise
indicated, install dowel rods on 18-inch (450-mm) centers around the full perimeter of
concrete base.
2. For supported equipment, install epoxy-coated anchor bolts that extend through
concrete base and anchor into structural concrete floor.
3. Place and secure anchorage devices. Use setting drawings, templates, diagrams,
instructions, and directions furnished with items to be embedded.
4. Install anchor bolts to elevations required for proper attachment to supported
equipment.
C. Install fire-pump suction and discharge piping equal to or larger than sizes required by
NFPA 20.
D. Support piping and pumps separately so weight of piping does not rest on pumps.
DIVISION 21 – FIRE PROTECTION Electric Drive, Vertical Turbine Fire Pumps SECTION 213113
E. Install valves that are same size as connecting piping. Comply with requirements for fire-
protection valves specified in Division 21 Section 211200 "Fire-Suppression Standpipes."
Division 21 Section 211313 "Wet-Pipe Fire-Suppression Sprinklers."
F. Install pressure gages on fire-pump suction and discharge flange pressure-gage tappings.
Comply with requirements for pressure gages specified in Division 21 Section 211200 "Fire-
Suppression Standpipes." Division 21 Section 211313 "Wet-Pipe Fire-Suppression
Sprinklers."
G. Install piping hangers and supports, anchors, valves, gages, and equipment supports
according to NFPA 20.
I. Electrical Wiring: Install electrical devices furnished by equipment manufacturers but not
factory mounted. Furnish copies of manufacturers' wiring diagram submittals to electrical
Installer.
J. Wiring Method: Conceal conductors and cables in accessible ceilings, walls, and floors
where possible.
3.3 ALIGNMENT
A. Align end-suction and split-case pump and driver shafts after complete unit has been
leveled on concrete base, grout has set, and anchor bolts have been tightened.
B. After alignment is correct, tighten anchor bolts evenly. Fill baseplate completely with grout,
with metal blocks and shims or wedges in place. Tighten anchor bolts after grout has
hardened. Check alignment and make required corrections.
D. Align pump and driver shafts for angular and parallel alignment according to HI 1.4 and to
tolerances specified by manufacturer.
3.4 CONNECTIONS
A. Comply with requirements for piping and valves specified in Division 21 Section 211200
"Fire-Suppression Standpipes." Division 21 Section 211313 "Wet-Pipe Fire-Suppression
Sprinklers." Drawings indicate general arrangement of piping, fittings, and specialties.
B. Install piping adjacent to pumps and equipment to allow service and maintenance.
3.5 IDENTIFICATION
A. Identify system components. Comply with requirements for fire-pump marking according to
NFPA 20.
DIVISION 21 – FIRE PROTECTION Electric Drive, Vertical Turbine Fire Pumps SECTION 213113
A. Test each fire pump with its controller as a unit. Comply with requirements for electric-
motor-driver fire-pump controllers specified in Division 21 Section 210929 "Controllers for
Fire-Pump Drivers."
1. After installing components, assemblies, and equipment including controller, test for
compliance with requirements.
2. Test according to NFPA 20 for acceptance and performance testing.
3. Leak Test: After installation, charge system and test for leaks. Repair leaks and
retest until no leaks exist.
4. Operational Test: After electrical circuitry has been energized, start units to confirm
proper motor rotation and unit operation.
5. Test and adjust controls and safeties. Replace damaged and malfunctioning controls
and equipment.
E. Components, assemblies, and equipment will be considered defective if they do not pass
tests and inspections.
G. Furnish fire hoses in number, size, and length required to reach storm drain or other
acceptable location to dispose of fire-pump test water. Hoses are for tests only and do not
convey to EMPLOYER.
3.8 DEMONSTRATION
END OF SECTION
PART 1 - GENERAL
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 21 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
B. Division 21 will be responsible to carry out the commissioning requirements specified in this
sections and other sections referenced. These include, but are not limited to, commission-
ing, enhanced commissioning, preparation of a detailed O&M manual, and detailed training
of the EMPLOYER’S personnel.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
A. Pump Equipment, Accessory, and Specialty Pressure Rating: 175 psig (1200 kPa)
minimum unless higher pressure rating is indicated.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated. Include rated capacities, operating
characteristics, performance curves, electrical characteristics, and furnished specialties and
accessories.
B. Shop Drawings: For pumps, accessories, and specialties. Include plans, elevations,
sections, details, and attachments to other work.
D. Operation and Maintenance Data: For pumps to include in operation and maintenance
manuals.
1.6 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate sizes and locations of concrete bases with actual equipment provided.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
C. Pump Construction:
D. Motor: Single speed with permanently lubricated ball bearings and rigidly mounted to pump
head. Comply with requirements in Division 15 Section "Common Motor Requirements for
Fire Suppression Equipment."
B. Pump Construction:
1. Pump Head: Cast iron, for surface discharge, with flange except connections may be
threaded in sizes in which flanges are not available.
2. Pump Head Seal: Stuffing box and stuffing.
3. Line Shaft: Stainless steel or steel, with corrosion-resistant shaft sleeves.
4. Line Shaft Bearings: Rubber sleeve, water lubricated.
5. Line Shaft: Steel.
6. Line Shaft Bearings: Corrosion resistant, oil lubricated.
7. Impeller Shaft: Monel metal or stainless steel.
8. Bowl Section: Multiple cast-iron bowls with closed-type bronze or stainless-steel
impellers.
9. Column Pipe: ASTM A 53/A 53M, Schedule 40, galvanized-steel pipe with threaded
ends and cast-iron or steel fittings, in sections 10 feet (3 m) or less, with strainer of
cast or fabricated bronze or stainless steel at bottom.
C. Motor: Single speed with permanently lubricated ball bearings. Comply with requirements
in Division 21 Section "Common Motor Requirements for Fire Suppression Equipment."
2.3 MOTORS
A. Comply with NEMA designation, temperature rating, service factor, enclosure type, and
efficiency requirements for motors specified in Division 21 Section "Common Motor
Requirements for Fire Suppression Equipment."
1. Motor Sizes: Minimum size as indicated; if not indicated, large enough so driven load
will not require motor to operate in service factor range above 1.0.
2. Electrical Devices, and Wiring: Comply with requirements for electrical devices and
connections specified in Division 26 Sections.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
1. Install dowel rods to connect concrete base to concrete floor. Unless otherwise
indicated, install dowel rods on 18-inch (450-mm) centers around the full perimeter of
concrete base.
2. For supported equipment, install epoxy-coated anchor bolts that extend through
concrete base and anchor into structural concrete floor.
3. Place and secure anchorage devices. Use setting drawings, templates, diagrams,
instructions, and directions furnished with items to be embedded.
4. Install anchor bolts to elevations required for proper attachment to supported
equipment.
5. Attach pumps to equipment base using anchor bolts.
1. Operational Test: After electrical circuitry has been energized, start units to confirm
proper motor rotation and unit operation.
2. Test and adjust controls and safeties. Replace damaged and malfunctioning controls
and equipment.
D. Pressure-maintenance pumps will be considered defective if they do not pass tests and
inspections.
3.3 ADJUSTING
3.4 COMMISSIONING
3.5 DEMONSTRATION
END OF SECTION