ARCHITECTURAL SPECIFICATIONS

01000 GENERAL CONDITIONS

01400 QUALITY CONTROL
PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS

a. The conditions of Contract and Division 1, General Requirements, apply to the work of this
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1.02 WORK PERFORMED BY TESTING AGENCY

a. The Contractor shall submit a list of testing agencies to be used in performance of the
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b. The Owner will select an independent Testing Agency from the submitted list or of his own choice to
provide testing laboratory services and on-site inspection services, including without limitation
testing of soils and concrete.
c. Unless otherwise specially agreed, testing shall be accomplished as specified, and all sampling and
testing procedures shall conform to applicable PNS, ASTM, D.I.N. or British Standards.
Testing personnel shall be qualified and shall be completely familiar with required
procedures of testing.
d. Technicians representing the Testing Agency shall inspect the materials to be tested and report their
findings to the Owner, Architect and the Contractor.
1. Work will be checked as it progresses, but failure to detect any defective work or material shall
not in any way prevent later rejection when such defect is discovered, nor shall it obligate
the Owner for final acceptance of the part of the Work.
2. When it appears that the material furnished or work performed by the Contractor fails to fulfill
specification requirements the Technician shall notify the Owner and the
Contractor of such
failure.
3. Technicians shall not act as foreman or perform other duties for the Contractor.
Technicians are not authorized to revoke, alter, relax, enlarge or release any requirements
of the specifications, or to approve or accept any portion of the Work.
e. The Testing Agency shall forward the laboratory report of each test to the Owner, Architect and the
Contractor, within three (3) days after the test has been completed or the inspection has been
performed.

1.03 WORK TO BE PERFORMED BY CONTRACTOR

a. To facilitate testing services the Contractor shall:

1. Secure and deliver to the Testing Agency, without charge, preliminary representative samples of
the materials which the Contractor proposes to use and which are required to be tested.
2. Furnish necessary labor to obtain and handle samples at the project, or at the source of the
materials to be tested.

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 3. Advise the Testing Agency sufficiently in advance of operations, and at least twenty four hours before
operations, to allow for completion of prequalifying tests, and for the assignment of personnel.
4. The Contractor shall provide free, safe and convenient access to the Work at all locations of the work
including the Site, Ready-Mix Concrete facilities and other applicable locations to allow thorough
meaningful inspections and obtaining of physical samples for testing of the Work or components to
allow reasonable access for inspection.

1.04 COST OF TESTING

a. The cost of testing agency services described below shall be paid by the Contractor. The Contractor shall
also bear the costs of retesting in the event that the work so tested is found not to be in compliance with
the requirements of the Contract Documents.
b. The cost of obtaining samples for testing shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

1.05 MISCELLANEOUS TESTING SERVICE

a. The following Laboratory Testing and Inspection Services will be performed during the course of the Work.
The Contractor shall provide support services and cooperation as specified herein and as specified
under other sections referenced herein.

b. Earthwork:
1. Fill and backfill shall be tested for specified consolidation of materials.
2. Coordinate Work and cooperate with Soils Inspector and Testing Laboratory to permit compacting
tests as described in "Earthwork" Section of Division 2, as each layer material is placed.

c. Concrete and Mortar Testing:

1. Concrete testing will be as described under Division 3, and additional testing described under other
sections as referenced herein.
2. The Contractor shall provide necessary site labor to assist in taking and preparing job samples;
coordinate with the Testing Laboratory for scheduling, testing and inspection; submit samples of
materials for concrete, admixtures, and cement to the laboratory for testing.
3, Concrete testing will be required for all concrete work performed under individual
sections of Division 2, "Sitework", and Sections of Division 3, "Concrete".
4. Mortar and Grout shall be tested for shrinkage and strength in all critical applications and as
directed by the Architect.

1.06 MATERIALS TO BE TESTED

a. When so instructed by the Owner, the Contractor shall deliver samples of other materials to Testing Laboratory
so that independent test can be made for compliance with the requirements of the Specifications.
b. When instructed by the Owner, the Contractor shall take samples from materials being installed at the job site
and deliver these to locations as directed by the Owner. Samples shall be selected at random by
Testing Laboratory or Architect from material being applied or installed.

End of Division

01500 TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES

The types of services required include, but not by way of limitation, water, sewerage, surface and sub-surface
drainage, electrical power and telephones. Where possible, and reasonable, connect to existing utilities for
required services and comply with service companies

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 recommendations or materials and methods, or engage service companies to install services. Locate and relocate
services (as necessary) to minimize interference with construction operations.

01540 SECURITY/PROTECTION PROVISIONS

The types of temporary security and protection provisions required include, but not by way of limitation, fire
protection, barricades, fences, warning signs/lights, and similar provisions intended to minimize property
loses, personal injuries and claims for damages at project site. Fire Extinguishers: Provide types, sizes,
numbers and locations as would be effective in extinguishing fires during early stages, by personnel at project
site. Fence: Before starting any construction work on site erect an opaque enclosure fence. The construction
and materials used shall be acceptable to the governing authorities and the Owner. Enclosure and Lockup: At
earliest possible date, secure building site against unauthorized entrance at times when personnel are not
working. Provide secured temporary enclosures at all locations of possible entry, with locked entrances and
guard service.

01580 PROJECT IDENTIFICATION SIGN

At location shown on site plans, provide project identification sign approved by the Architect, contents shall
include Perspective of the proposed project done by an artist recommended by the architect, the name and logo
of all Design Consultants, title of project, and Contractors name. Engage an experienced sign painter to paint
graphics on a 3.60m x 7.20m sign as indicated. Construct sign of treated wood framing and posts, and GA 20
GI sheet on (3/4)
12.50mm marine plywood.

01600 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

Where products are specified by trade name, Contractor has the option of selecting from among the named.
Should Contractor desire to use materials other than those named, he shall submit a list of proposed products
along with substantiating data and cost data. Architect will make evaluation of data and will notify Contractor of
his decision within 7 days. A list of suppliers will be issued to Contractors requesting. The Architect is not
responsible for any incorrect data contained in this list.

01700 CONTRACT CLOSEOUT

The provisions of this section apply primarily to close-out of actual physical work, not to administrative matters
such as final payment. Close-out requirements relate to both final completion and substantial completion of
Work, and apply to individual portions of completed work as well as the total Work. Specific requirements in
other sections have precedence over general requirements of this section.

PROCEDURES AT SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION:

Submit executed warranties, maintenance agreements, inspection certificates and similar required documentation
for specific units of Work, enabling Owner's unrestricted occupancy and use. Submit record documentation,
maintenance manuals, tools, spare parts, keys and similar operational items. Complete instruction of Owner's
operating personnel, and start-up of systems. Complete final cleaning, and remove temporary facilities.

Inspection Procedures: Upon receipt of Contractor's request, Architects will either proceed with inspection or
advise Contractor of prerequisites not fulfilled. Following initial inspection, Architects will either prepare certificate
of substantial completion, or advise Contractor of work which must be performed prior to issuance of certificate;
and repeat inspection when requested and assured that Work has been substantially completed. Results of
completed inspection will form initial "punch-list" for final acceptance.

Procedures at Final Acceptance:

Re-inspection Procedure: On receipt of Contractor's notice that Work has been completed, including punch- list
items resulting from earlier inspections, and excepting incomplete items

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 delayed because of acceptable circumstances, Architect will re-inspect Work. Upon completion of Re-
inspection, Architect will either recommend final acceptance and final payment, or advise Contractor of
Work not completed or obligations not fulfilled as required for final acceptance. If necessary, procedure will be
repeated.
END OF DIVISION

02000 SITEWORK
02100 SITE PREPARATION
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-
Remove and clear site of vegetation, trees, and other debris as required to construct buildings and
appurtenances. Remove top layer of soil down to undisturbed strata or as directed by Architect.
Dispose of debris legally. Demolition of existing structure if any. Clear demolished debris prior to
layouting.

02200 EARTHWORK
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-
Verify existing grades. Protect bench marks. Protect adjacent properties. Subsurface soil data will be available
for Contractor's information. A testing Agency selected and paid by the Contractor, acceptable to
Architect shall perform compaction testing, field density testing and subgrade inspection for satisfactory
bearing pressure. Contractor shall pay costs of additional testing where initial testing indicates non-
conforming
work, or additional soil testing as required by him
1. Base course: Natural rock, weathered or broken maximum size .25M in any direction; min
sizes 0.03M.
2. Base fill course: G4 Crushed or natural aggregate as used for concrete mix.
3. General fill: One part “Escombro”, Two parts “Lastillas” for filling jobs not exceeding 150mm thick.
Add natural sandy, porous soil with maximum clay content 5%. Fill soil shall be acceptable
to testing agency.
4. Drainage pipe: Perforated PVC
5. Geofabric: Metallic (non-corroding) or inert plastic material for pipe joints (if applicable)

EXECUTION-
Excavate site as required to construct roads, buildings and appurtenances. Transport and dispose of excess and
unsuitable soil materials. Excavated soil materials may be used for fill and backfill, if acceptable.
Compact structural fills to 95% Standard Factor. Deposit fills in uniform layers, 20cm depth maximum.
Flood with water and compact each layer using compaction equiptment. Place porous fill layer under
all slabs and on grade wall foundations. Finish grade outside building lines to elevations and slopes
indicated

02150 SHORING, SHEETPILING AND BRACING

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-
A. Protect existing buildings, streets, walkway, utilities and other improvements and excavations of loss
ground or caving embankments, on account of this contractor. Provide Design Drawings prepared
sign and sealed by a registered professional Engineer.

02280 SOIL TREATMENT

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 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-

Work described in this section includes poisoning of soil to prevent infestation or reinfestation by termites and
other subterranean insects. Application shall be done by a Pest Control Contractor or by the this
Contractor as long as it is warranted for a period of five years against reinfestations.
MATERIALS-

Submit material description and installation procedures for Architect for approval.
1. Suggested chemicals to be used:
a. Water-based Chemicals
(1) Benzene Hexachloride - 0.3 gamma isomer concentration
(2) Chlordane - (75 E.C.) 1.25% concentration
(3) Dieldrin - 0.5% concentration
(4) Aldrin - 0.5% concentration
(5) Heptachlor - 0.5% concentration
EXECUTION-

Apply chemicals at manufacturer's recommended rates along foundations and under slabs during a period of
time when soil is relatively dry. Prevent leaching of chemicals into potable water area.
Application:
a. Soil poisoning work shall begin after preparation for slab placement have been completed
b. soil poison shall be applied only when soil is not excessively wet.
c. after grading and leveling the soil in the ground and layers of gravel laid preparatory to the pouring of
concrete, flood or soak every square meter of floor area with soil poison working solution.
d. thoroughly drench and saturate every linear meter excavation for footings, retaining walls and other
foundations work with soil poison working solution with
pouring of concrete.
e. Two gallons of soil poison working solution are applied per five (5) linear feet and shall be applied
to all areas that are penetrated by pipes, ducts and other construction features.
f. Hollow mansonry walls resting on grades have its void treated with gallon of soil
poison working solution per 1.5m of walls. Poison is poured directly into the hollow working
solutions
02350 CONCRETE PILES (if applicable)
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-
A. Piling Materials shall be supplied by a Piling Sub-contractor acceptable to the Architect. The Piling Contractor
shall be responsible for the protection of surrounding structure, submit to the Architect a copy of
Insurance Policy covering third party damage and/or CGL Comprehensive General Liability Insurance.
The Architect shall supply required test piles location and number of test piles before fabricating all piles.
The Piling Contractor shall be responsible for the positioning and locating of pile point on the
site. The Piling Subcontractor shall submit refussal Engineering Formula and tables of Piles data.
Submit shop drawing of Pile Splice Can. Submit Photograph of Perimeter/ sorrounding structures in
details before commencement of piling.

02440 SITE IMPROVEMENTS

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-

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 Schedule work of other trades prior to installation of this work.

MATERIALS-
3000 psi concrete and bituminous expansion joint material.

EXECUTION-
Install curb and gutter in lengths not to exceed 6 m, with expansion joints at 1.5 m intervals.
Place concrete walks with expansion joints at 1.5 m O.C. Tool edges of walks and pavement to 1cm
radius. Walks and pavements to receive trowel finish. Roadway pavements shall have final broom
finish on single direction Install work to elevations
indicated.

END OF SECTION

03000 CONCRETE
03050 CONCRETE PROCEDURES
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-
All concrete works and procedures shall comply with all applicable requirements of the latest Edition of The
National Structural Code, ACI Code, The National Building Code, and ASTM. All steel bars, cements,
gravel and concrete samples shall be tested as required by the local City Engineer's Office

MATERIALS-
A. Portland cement shall conform to the requirements of ASTM C 150. (The Contractor is cautioned, when
purchasing, to consider the actual 28-day strength of cement quality control test cubes. ASTM C 150
specified minimum strengths are exceeded by as much as 90% in same production. Same production
exceeds the specified quality only slightly. This difference in quality can influence cement quantity per
cubic meter. Low cube strength cement can necessitate the use of as much as 50% more cement than
high strength. The requirements for mix design study will quantify this variable).
1. Cement to be used in general construction shall comply with the requirements for Portland CEMENT:
ASTM C 150, Type RIZAL REPUBLIC, ISLAND approved equal or I.
2. Do not use cement having a temperature greater than 60 degrees C.
3. Cement shall be used in the same sequence as received.
4. Furnish mill tests for all cement. 28 day 50 mm cube strength results may be submitted in a separate
report but shall be related to the specific batch tested.

B. Aggregates shall be clean and free of deleterious materials and conform to ASTM C 33 except as
indicated below. Proposed aggregates and their physical and chemical properties shall be
submitted for approval to the Consultant.
1. Fine aggregate may be off-site washed sand. S-1, Washed clean greenish color.
2. Coarse aggregate shall be GRAVEL: G-1, crushed, 20 mm in size for slabs, walls and columns; 25
mm for foundation works and footings. GRAVEL: G-1, crushed, 20 mm in size for slabs,
walls and columns; 25 mm for foundation works and footings.
3. Aggregates shall be stockpiled and protected from contamination and segregation.
Wind caused segregation of fine aggregate shall be continually monitored. The requirement
for no more than 2% to be retained on the 2.38 mm sieve is include herein base upon the
larger fraction being more readily wind segregated with the bone dry location aggregates.
4. All segregates shall be supplied from an approved source outside of the Owner's property capable
of supplying a sufficient quantity of the entire contract.

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 C. Coarse aggregate maximum sizes are as follows: 100% retained on a 9.5 mm mesh but to pass a 1.27 mm
mesh.

D. Water used, as an ingredient in concrete shall be subject to the approval of the Consultant. "Water shall be
tested for chemical content and the report indicating specific levels of chlorides and total hardness shall
be subject to the approval of the Consultant". Do
not use seawater or water with presence of chemicals.
E. Concrete Reinforcement Materials: REFER TO 03200 CONCRETE REINFORCEMENT F. Admixtures:
Admixtures shall be premixed in solution form and dispensed as
recommended by their manufacturers. The water in solution shall be included in the
computation of the water-cement ratio.
1. Admixtures shall conform to ASTM C949-71, Type A for water-reducing and Type
D for water-reducing/set retarding.
2. The Contractor may submit other admixtures to the Consultant's representative for consideration for
inclusion in the construction if such admixture imparts desirable mix characteristics and does
not adversely affect the strength, segregation, and/or shrinkage characteristics of the mix.
The admixture shall be included in the studies of mix designs herein before described. No
calcium chloride admixture will be permitted.

G. Forms: REFER TO 03100 CONCRETE FORMWORKS

H. Concrete Curing Materials: Provide one of the following type moisture-retaining cover complying with
ASTM C 171.
1. Polyethylene film
2. White burlap-polyethylene sheet

I. Waterstops shall be extruded from new polyvinyl chloride, ribbed, and with expandable center bulbs. The
minimum width shall be 150 mm and minimum thickness shall be
6.4 mm. or using direct applied waterproofing cementious membrane such as
“Vandex” applied by acceptable installer.

J. Expansion bolts shall be 19 mm in diameter (minimum) and shall extend not less than 105 mm into the concrete
providing their anchorage. They shall have an ultimate pull-out shear capacity of 7 metric tons. Where
shown on the drawings they shall be equipped with a reducing coupling to accommodate 13 mm in
diameter stud bolts (threaded
both ends) which shall, also, be included in the assembly and shall conform to ASTM A 307. Double
nuts shall be provided with the stud bolts

EXECUTION-

A. STORAGE OF CONCRETE MATERIALS:

1. Storage accommodations for concrete materials shall be subject to approval and shall afford easy
access for inspection and identification of each delivery accordance with test reports.
2. Immediately upon receipt at the site of work, cement shall be stored in a clean, dry, properly
ventilated structure. Cement shall be well protected from the sun
and shall not attain a maximum temperature of 60 degrees C.
3. Storage piles of aggregates shall be located so as to ensure good drainage, to preclude intrusion of
foreign matter, and to preserve intrusion of foreign matter, and to preserve the gradation.
Sufficient live storage shall be maintained to permit segregation of shipments from different
sources, and to

ensure placement of concrete at the required rate. Materials from different

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 sources of supply shall not be stored in the same stockpile unless approved by the
Consultant. At least 15 cm of the base of each stockpile shall be left undisturbed until the
completion of concrete operations
4. Fine aggregate shall be protected against the effects of wind caused segregation

B. READY MIXED CONCRETE, BATCHING, AND DELIVERY:

1. General: Shall be Philrock or other acceptable to the Architect. The Contractor shall provide a
manual or better batching plant, concrete mixing equipment, and conveying equipment as
described in ASTM C 94.

C. FORM CONSTRUCTION AND INSTALLATION: REFER TO 03100 CONCRETE FORMWORKS

D. PLACEMENT OF CONCRETE REINFORCEMENT: REFER TO 03200 CONCRETE

REINFORCEMENT

E. INSTALLATION OF MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS:

1. Waterstops shall be accurately positioned at joints indicated on the drawings and at all joints of
concrete elements of structures to be filled with liquid whether indicated on the drawings or
not.
a. Waterstops shall be installed per manufacturer's recommendations.
b. Splices in continuity or at intersections shall be rendered watertight by heat sealing, as
recommended by the manufacturer.

2. All anchor bolts shall be precisely placed using steel templates and securely held in position.

3. Embedded Items: All embedded pipe sleeves, anchors, anchor slots, inserts, outlet boxes, etc.,
required for plumbing, mechanical and electrical work, shall be furnished and firmly secured
and fastened in place prior to placing concrete.
4. Pipe and conduit shall be embedded in accordance with Section 6.3 of ACI 318 and as follows:
a. Maximum size of pipe or steel conduit shall be as shown on shop drawings. b. Conduits
25mm or smaller will be permitted as shown on shop drawings
c. No sleeves or pipes will be permitted in columns without Consultant's approval,
except as detailed.
5. Install expansion bolts and expansion bolt assemblies (generally used for securing
pipe supporting steel elements) in strict accordance with manufacturer's
recommendations and as located on the approved shop drawings.

F. PLACING OF CONCRETE:
1. General: Placing, handling, bonding, joints, and embedded items shall conform to the applicable
requirements of ACI 301 and ACI 304. Handle concrete from mixer to the location of placing
as rapidly as practical, avoiding separation of ingredients, rehandling, or displacement of
reinforcement. Place concrete as soon as possible after approval and acceptance by Testing
Engineer of subgrade formwork, reinforcing, embedded items, etc. Do not proceed with
concrete pour without such approval and acceptance.
2. Do not commence pouring unless the prepared section to be cast can be completed in daylight
working hours, unless lighting of approved intensity is provided.
3. Depositing: Provide adequate runways, chutes, tremies, and other means of conveying concrete in
place. Pumps may be used only if they can pump the mix as designed. Fine aggregate or
water will not be added to the mix to satisfy the needs of a pumping device. Use chutes or
tremies for placing concrete where a drop of more than 2 meters is required. Where free
drop

through tremies exceeds 6 meters, flow checking devices shall be used.

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 Deposit in horizontal layers of not more than 600 mm thick as near to its final position as
possible.
4. Consolidation:
a. Consolidation shall comply with the requirements of ACI 309
Recommended Practice for Consolidation of Concrete. Immediately after placing,
each layer of concrete shall be compacted by internal concrete vibrators which
may be supplemented except for architectural concrete by hand-spading, tamping.
Vibrators shall not be used to transport concrete inside the forms. Internal
vibrators shall maintain during all phases of operation a frequency of not less
than 10,000 vibrations per minute.
b. The equipment for the consolidation of concrete shall at all times be adequate in number
of units and power sources to properly consolidate all concrete. Spare units will
be on hand to secure such adequacy. If, in the opinion of the Consultant's
Representative, the equipment being used is not adequate to accomplish the
assigned mission, he may delay further casting of concrete until such equipment
is available for use on the site.
c. Duration of vibration shall be limited to time necessary to produce satisfactory consolidation
without causing segregation of aggregates. The vibrator shall be inserted so as to
penetrate the lift immediately below the one being cast and manipulated to blend
the two lifts. The vibrator therefore, shall be considered to serve as an "internal
concrete mixer". The vibrator shall not be inserted into lower courses
which have begun to set. The two phases of vibrator use will be considered
separately. At times a vibrator will be used to melt down the concrete as it is being
placed. At other times the equipment will be used to thoroughly consolidate the
mass. In case of wall construction at least one vibrator with operator shall be
assigned the responsibility to melting down the mix and another to consolidate the
concrete. Spacing between insertions of that vibrator to be used to consolidate the
mix shall not exceed twice the radius of action as shown in Table 5.1.4 of ACI 309.
Under no circumstances shall the points of insertions during the consolidation
phase be more than 450 mm apart.
d. Contractor shall initiate a maintenance program for the vibrators to assure that they are
operating at peak efficiency at all times and to facilitate
effective consolidation of the concrete.

5. Construction joints shall be formed as shown on drawing and as necessary for the progress of the
work and they shall conform to ACI 301, Chapter 6, and ACI
318, Chapter 7.

a. Horizontal construction joints are not allowed, except as detailed on the drawings.
b. Construction joints necessary for the progress of the work and not detailed on the drawings
shall be detailed on shop drawings.

6. Placing Concrete Slabs:

a. Deposit and consolidate concrete slabs in a continuous operation, within the limits of
construction joints, until the placing of a panel or section is completed.
b. Consolidate concrete during placing operations using mechanical vibrating equipment, so
that concrete is thoroughly worked around reinforcement and other embedded
items and into corners.
c. Consolidate concrete placed in beams and girders of supported slabs, and against
bulkheads or slabs on ground, as specified for formed

concrete structures. Consolidate concrete in the remainder of slabs

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 by vibrating bridge screeds, roller pipe screeds, or other acceptable methods. Limit
the time of vibrating consolidation to prevent bringing an excess of fine aggregate
to the surface.
d. Bring slab surfaces to the correct level with a straight edge and strike off.
Use bull floats or derbies to smooth the surface, leaving it free of humps or
hollows. Do not sprinkle water on the plastic surface. Do not disturb the slab
surfaces prior to beginning finishing operations.
e. Maintain reinforcing steel in the proper position continuously during concrete
placement operations.

7. Weather Limitations:
a. Concrete shall not be placed during rain, nor shall rain be permitted to fall upon uncured
surfaces.
b. Hot Weather Concrete: The temperature of the concrete as delivered to
the job shall not exceed 32 degrees C. Conform to ACI 30-72, unless otherwise
specified.

G. CURING AND PROTECTION:

1. General: Freshly deposited concrete shall be protected from premature drying and excessively hot
or cold temperatures in accordance with ACI 308, except as specified otherwise herein.
2. Curing shall immediately follow the finishing operation or not more than 3 hours after the completion
of the pour and shall continue for 6 days when the mean daily temperature is 10 degrees C
or higher; until such time the concrete
attains the required design strength.
a. Free surfaces such as tops of walls and slab surfaces shall be covered with sheet curing
materials specified.
H. REMOVAL FOR FORMS: REFER TO 03200 CONCRETE FORMWORKS I.
MONOLITHIC SLAB FINISHES:
1. Float Finish:
a. Apply float finish to monolithic slab surfaces that are to receive trowel finish and other
finishes as hereinafter specified.
b. After placing concrete slabs, do not work the surface further until ready for floating. Begin
floating when the surface water has disappeared or when the concrete has
stiffened sufficiently to permit the operation of
a power-driven float, or by hand-floating if area is small or inaccessible to power
units. Check and level the surface plane to a tolerance not exceeding 6.3 mm in 3
m when tested with a 3 m straightedge placed on the surface at all low spots.
Uniformly slope surfaces to drains. Immediately after leveling, re-float the surface
to a uniform, smooth, granular texture.
2. Trowel Finish:
a. Apply trowel finish to monolithic slab surfaces that are to be exposed to view, unless
otherwise shown on drawings or in schedules and slab surfaces that are to be
covered with waterproofing, wood flooring, or carpet tile.
b. After floating, begin the first trowel finish operation using a power-driven trowel. Begin
final trowelling when the surface produces a ringing sound as the trowel is
moved over the surface.

3. Consolidate the concrete surface by the final hand trowelling operation, free of trowel marks,
uniform in texture and appearance, and with a surface plane tolerance not exceeding 3.17
mm in 3 m when tested with a 3 m straight- edge. Grind smooth surface defects which
would telegraph through applied floor covering system.

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 J. FINISH OF FORMED SURFACES:
1. Smooth Form Finish:
a. Provide as-cast smooth form finish or formed concrete surfaces that are to be exposed-to-
view.
b. Produce smooth form finish by selecting form material to impart a smooth, hard, uniform
texture and arranging them orderly and symmetrical with a minimum of seams.
Repair and patch defective areas with all fins or other projections completely
removed and smoothed.
K. REMEDIAL WORK:
1. General: Deficient work shall be reinforced or replaced, whichever the Consultant directs, at this
Contractor's expense in accordance with Chapter 18 of ACI
301.
2. Patching: Repair defective areas and fill of form tie holes and similar defects in accordance with
Chapter 9 ACI 301.
a. Where surface defects such as honeycomb occur, the defective areas shall be repaired to
the satisfaction of the Consultant.
b. Patch all form tie holes to provide a result meeting the approval of the
Consultant.

03100 CONCRETE FORMWORKS

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-

A. All Concrete Formworks and procedures shall comply with all applicable requirements of the latest Edition
of ACI Code, The National Building Code, and ASTM
B. Design and engineering of formwork, as well as its construction, shall be the responsibility of this Contractor.
Design, construct, erect, support, brace, maintain and remove forms in conformance with the
requirements of ACE 318-71, Parts 1, 2, and inclusive, and ACI 347-68 for loads, lateral pressure, and
allowable stresses; in addition to other design parameters such as wind loads, refer to Section 03100 for
architectural concrete forming.

1. Form material may be shellac or formcoat R-21 coated 12mm min plywood, form lumber,
fiberglass reinforced plastic, or steel.
a. Steel forms pierced by screws for attachment of undercut disco may be reused only
with the permission of the Consultant.

2. Form release agent shall be a commercial formulation that will not bond with, stain, or adversely affect
concrete surfaces, and will not impair subsequent concrete surface treatment. Obtain approval for
the product from the Consultant's representative before using on exposed concrete surfaces.
3. Form ties shall be snap-off, bolt, or removable type having a minimum working capacity
1360 kg. The ties shall leave no metal closer than 25 mm to the concrete surface nor leave a hole
greater than 21 mm in diameter on any exposed face.

MATERIALS-
A. General: Construct forms to the exact sizes, shapes, lines and dimensions shown, and as required to obtain
accurate alignment, location, grades, level, and plumb work in finished structures. Provide for
openings, offsets, sinkage, keyways, recesses, reglets, chamfers, blocking, screed, bulkheads,
anchorage’s and inserts, and other features required.
1. Forms shall be grout-tight and water-tight.

B. Tolerances: Formwork shall be constructed so that concrete surfaces will conform to Table
4.3.1, "Tolerances for Formed Surfaces", of ACI 301-.

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 C. Anchor bolts shall be secured in their positions as shown on the approved shop drawings.
The bolts may not vary from their exact plan position by more than 2 mm and by not more than 6mm
in elevations.
1. All anchor bolts shall be positioned using steel templates which shall not be removed until
after the concreting.
2. Repair or remove and replace as directed by the Consultant all construction not complying with
the anchor bolt installation criteria.

D. Embedded items other than anchor bolts shall also be accurately positioned and secured.
Full cooperation shall be given to other trades to install their items which are to be encased or built
into the concrete which include sleeves, hangers, inserts, safety
nosings, electrical conduits, pipes, anchors, reglets, pipes, etc. Items that require inspection shall
have been inspected and tests for mechanical operation shall have been completed and approved
before concreting shall begin.

E. Forms exposed to the direct rays of the sun shall be protected from heating by application of an insulating
material which will be maintained in place until forms are stripped, or shall be permanently mounted on
the forms. Form temperature at the time of casting shall not exceed 30 degrees C.

F. Shores and Reshores: Provide a complete system of shores and reshores which are sufficient to safely
sustain the construction loads imposed conforming in all respects to the requirements set forth above.
Contractor shall acquaint himself with any unusual areas or conditions which may require additional
shoring and bracing and shall take all necessary actions to insure proper support of concrete.

G. Formwork and shoring supporting weight of concrete, such as slabs and other structural elements shall not
be removed until the design criteria referenced above have been satisfied and the concrete has
achieved the strength necessary to support the superimposed loads.

H. Forms shall be cambered to compensate for form deflections and settlements.

I. Temporary openings shall be provided at base of wall forms to facilitate cleaning before placing concrete
and shall be left open until day of concrete placement.

J. Removal of Formworks

A. Forms shall be removed in a manner to assure safety of structure and architectural appearance of
exposed surfaces.

B. Forms and supports shall remain in place for the following minimum periods during which the
temperature of the concrete has been maintained below 30 degrees C.

Walls ..................................... 2 days Columns

................................ 2 days Sides of beams
...................... 2 days Floor slabs
............................ 14 days Shoring for beams
................. 14 days Beams
................................... 14 days

03200 CONCRETE REINFORCEMENT

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-

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 A. All Concrete Reinforcement works and procedures shall comply with all applicable requirements of the
latest Edition of ACI Code, The National Building Code, and ASTM

1. Concrete reinforcement shall be new and free of rust, dirt, oil and grease, and any other foreign
substances detrimental to the bonding of the concrete. Fabricated steel bars shall be
accurately bent or formed to the shapes and dimensions indicated, with fabrication
tolerances complying with ACT 315, using methods that will not injure the materials. Do not
rebend or straighten reinforcement. Do not heat reinforcement.

2. Bundle and tag reinforcement with suitable identifications to facilitate sorting and placing and
transportation to and storage at the Job Site in such a way as not to damage the materials.

3. Unacceptable Materials: Reinforcement with any defects or errors including the following will not
be permitted in the work: bar lengths, depths, and bends exceeding scheduled fabrication
tolerances; bends or kinks not indicated on drawings or final shop drawings; or bars with
reduced cross-section due to excessive rusting or other causes.

4. Miscellaneous accessories including bar chairs and spacers, shall be provided as required to hold
reinforcement properly in place. Where the concrete surface will be exposed to the weather
in the finished structure or where rust would impair the finish, the portion of all accessories in
contact with the formwork shall be stainless or shall be plastic tipped. All reinforcement
supports shall conform to PS7-66, Class B, and be capable of supporting a 136 kg. load
without damage or permanent distortion. Tie wires shall be with 16-gauge galvanized wire
and wire ends shall be turned away from forms and slab surfaces.

5. Provide an adequate amount of reinforcement material at the site to insure timely completion of
work not readily apparent from drawings.

MATERIALS-

A. Concrete Reinforcement shall be billet steel, intermediate grade, ASTM-A-15 deformed bars Fy + 40ksi or
as indicated on the front page of the Structural Plans.

EXECUTION-

A. Reinforcement shall be accurately placed where indicated or required to carry out intent of the drawings and
specifications using chairs, spacers, or ties; and shall comply with ACI Codes for recommended
practice for placing reinforcing bars, bar supports, and other related reinforcement accessories. No
concrete shall be placed until the reinforcement has been inspected by the Consultants.

B. Bending: All bars shall be bent cold, unless otherwise permitted by the Consultant. No bars partially
embedded in concrete shall be field-bent except as shown on the drawings or specifically
permitted by the Consultant.

C. Supporting and Wiring: All reinforcement, inserts, or embedded items shall be supported and wired together
to prevent displacement by construction loads or placing of concrete.

D. Splicing reinforcement shall not be done except where approved on shop drawings.
Provide standard reinforcement splices by lapping ends, spacing bars in contact and

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 tightly wire tying in compliance with requirements of ACI 318 for minimum lap to spliced bars.

E. Reinforcement shall continue through all construction joints and additional shear reinforcing shall be provided
at the construction joint as required by the drawings or an amount sufficient to equal the shear strength
of the concrete whichever is greater.

03350 CONCRETE FINISH

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-

A. Comply with ACI 301 definitions. Finish on exposed interior vertical surfaces shall be smooth form concrete.
Rough form finish shall be used for surface against ground and surfaces not exposed in final work.
Flatwork shall be steel troweled; walks and paving slabs broom finished unless otherwise indicated.
Tolerances in finish concrete floor slabs shall comply with ACI 301. Provide hot weather protection
complying with ACI 305 when atmospheric temperature is 26 degree C and above.

MATERIALS-

A. Curing compound shall comply with ASTM 309, Type I except that floor surfaces not designated to receive
further finish shall receive a fluoro-silicate curing, sealing and hardening compound. Provide
appropriate type curing compounds for surfaces to receive resilient flooring, etc. Moist cure surfaces
to receive tile setting beds.

EXECUTION-

A. Protect freshly placed concrete from premature drying and excessively hot temperature and maintain moist at
relatively constant temperature for the period of time necessary for hydration of cement and hardening
of concrete. Protect concrete deposited under water from cement washout before setting.

Finish Definitions:

1.Formed Surfaces:

a. Rough form finish: As cast; tie holes and honeycombs filled; fins and projections 6mm
and larger chipped off and rubbed. Grout plug tie holes in retaining walls
watertight.
b. Smooth form finish: Plastic or metal forms; seams in forms sealed or taped; fill and finish
tie holes and voids and remove form coating to a degree ready to be painted.

2..Slabs:

a. Scratch Finish: Monolithic slabs to receive additional cementitious layers of bond coats or
toppings; tolerance 15mm in 3M.

b. Float Finish: Monolithic slabs, consolidated and finished with bullfloat or edge of
screedboard to tolerance of 6mm in 3M.

c. Trowel Finish: Finish slab to float finish grade then trowel with motorized or hand trowels to
tolerance of 3mm in 3M.

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 d. Non-slip broom finish: Finish slab to trowel grade and impart striations perpendicular
to main traffic direction by drawing tampico or stiff nylon broom across the
surface.

e. Exposed Aggregate Finish: Aggregate graded, washed and selected approved for color,
prebagged. Coat semicured or cured slab with minimum of 3cm of silica sand,
white cement mortar; float surface. Seed aggregate by tapping into fresh mortar
until level and cement mortar surrounds aggregate particles. Refloat and check
surface for tolerance of 3mm in 3M. After disappearance of surface water and the
slab will bear the weight of man on keyboard, lightly brush top of slab with stiff
nylon brush to remove top mortar and expose aggregate particles or use retarding
coating. Flush away loose mortar with fine water spray. Clean until exposure is
uniform and flushing water runs clear. Partially grind aggregate tips after curing.
Apply sealer after clean surfaces are dry.

f. Curing: Cure stripped, formed concrete and concrete slabs by one of the following
methods.

f.1 Wet Cure: Keep concrete under water or fog spray or cover with burlap and
keep it wet for minimum of 5 days.
f.2 Liquid membrane: Apply specified membrane forming compound as soon as
forms are removed or water film disappears on
slabs. Do not use membrane forming compounds on slabs receiving
additional cementitious bonded finishes or on surfaces receiving directly
applied coatings without prior approval of the Architect.

03360 SHOTCRETE
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-

Design in accord with applicable ACI Standards and recommendations. Applicator shall be responsible for
reinforcement, embedded equipment securement and locations and quality control of concrete and
curing. Testing shall be the responsibility of shotcrete applicator. Testing may be monitored by the
Owner's Testing Agency. Submit shop drawings, and design calculations and equipment data.
Comply with applicable building regulations.

MATERIALS- and Equipment:

Portland Cement shall meet ASTM C150 Type I or V, depending on location. Aggregate shall meet ASTM C33
selected for use in the equipment. Reinforcement shall comply with ASTM A615 with supplement SI
grade 60 or 40. Strength of cured shotcrete shall be min 350/sq. cm. Equipment for application shall
be wet type or mixed at the nozzle (dry) type in good operating condition with accompanying batch
blenders, compressors and potable water supply. Equipment shall be operated by adequate size crew
especially trained to apply shotcrete and with min of 1 year experience for nozzle operator.

EXECUTION-

Prepare for application by checking all reinforcement for proper tying and locations and securement of items to
be embedded. Have all necessary cement, aggregate, water and fuel on site to permit application to
be continuous. Test consistency and water content by spraying a test on a non-essential part or on
ground. Begin application

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 only after consistency is satisfactory and material samples have been taken at the nozzle. Proceed
with application continuous. Change angle of nozzle to prevent void formation behind reinforcement.
Use Type V cement where earth is used as form for element. Remove overspray and dried-up
aggregate continuously and discard it. Reuse of "spent" aggregate is prohibited. Finish elements to
line, planes and levels required and leave surface roughened ready to receive subsequent finishes.
Cure shotcrete by moist curing process only

03410 STRUCTURAL PRECAST CONCRETE

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-

Design in accord with ACI 318 and ACI 533, AWS D1.0 and D12.1 and PCI Standards.
Precast manufacturer shall be responsible for reinforcement, erection and anchorage design in accord
with configurations detailed and with approval of the Architect. Precast manufacturer to be responsible
for quality control and testing. Testing may be monitored by the Owner's Testing Agency. Submit shop
and erection drawings, design calculations shall be signed by a registered professional Engineer.
Protect exposed edges and faces of units from damage during fabrication, handling and erection.
Comply with applicable building regulations.

MATERIALS-

Portland Cement shall meet ASTM C150, Type I. Aggregate shall meet ASTM C33.
Reinforcement shall comply with ASTM A615 with Supplement S1, Grade 60 for main bars; 40 for ties
and stirrups. Anchors and inserts shall meet A36 and shall be hot-dip galvanized. Install dovetail
support anchors, where designated, to receive additional finishes. Fabrication: Fabricate to profiles
shown in accord with manufacturer's standard practice. Corners, arises, reveals and similar
conspicuous lines shall be sharp and free of irregularities. Unexposed surfaces shall have steel
troweled finish. Exposed surfaces shall have smooth formed finish.

EXECUTION-

Install precast units in accord with approved shop and setting drawings. Replace units which are defective

03470 GLASS FIBER REINFORCED CONCRETE (GFRC)

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-

Design in accord with latest data available from fiber manufacturer, Portland Cement Association, Precast
Concrete Institute and G.R.C. manufacturer's test data. G.R.C. manufacturer shall be responsible for
lifting devices, ties, match and fabrication
marks, from design and process required to produce units acceptable to the Architect. G.R.C.
manufacturer shall be responsible for quality control and testing; testing may be monitored by the
Owner's Testing Agency. Submit shop and erection drawings, design calculations and shop cards for
units signed by a registered professional
Engineer. Submit data and samples in accord with Section 01301. Tolerances of manufactured
items shall be accord with Prestressed Concrete Institute Publication "Architectural Precast
Concrete" 1973 Article 4.7 or equal Industry standards

MATERIALS-

A. Portland Cement: ASTM C150 type I or type II;

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 where finished unit in contact with earth use type V. Color: grey or white.

B. Sand: ASTM C144 with min 95% silica content. Gradation and acceptance by manufacturer of
units.

C. Water: Potable with total impurities maximum 2000 per mil., sulphate content maximum
1000 per mil., chlorine content maximum 500 per mil.

D. Glass Fiber: Alkali resistant extruded glass, treated for bonding characteristics, chopped to produce the
strength of concrete specified. Acceptable: Pilkington Cem-Fil 2 or proven equal.
E. Admixtures: Manufacturer's approved, used to improve the workability and final product. F. Mix design:
Determined by the fabricator with approval of the fiber manufacturer,
proportions selected to produce min of:

1. Modulus of rupture - 18 N/sq.mm.

2. Flexure - limit of proportionality - 6.5 N/sq.mm. on J.J. Lloyd T 5000/SS or

8.N/sq.mm. on Monsanto T-meter type W.

3. Density - 1900 kg/cubic m.

4. Fiber orientation - Uniform in all directions.

5. Cured, exposed finish - smooth, ready to paint.

G. Fixings: Non-ferrous alloys or stainless steel where exposed to weather; grade 40 steel for items to be
enclosed by cast-in-place concrete (hairpins, dowels, studs). Margin of safety: min 4 time ultimate test
load capacity.

H. Form release compound: Water soluble, compatible with latex base finishes.

I. Fabrication: Manufacture items to profiles shown. Prepare a full size sample for each item for Architect's
approval before commencing production run. Approved samples shall be the standard for all items of
the run and may be used in construction after run is completed. All exposed conspicuous lines,
corners and arises shall be clean and sharp and free of irregularities. Unexposed surfaces-as cast or
trowel; mating surfaces-saw-cut.

EXECUTION-

Deliver units to job site on pallets or racks. Use compressible, non-staining material for spacers and blocking in
transport. Stack delivered units off ground on flexible material. Unloading and stacking shall be
continuously supervised by qualified personnel. Erect units in positions indicated and secure and
brace before depositing concrete in cases where units are used as forms. Install all accessories and
coordinate with electrical and mechanical work before casting. Install only sound, approved units.
Chipped, gouged or defaced units will be rejected and shall be replaced with acceptable units.
Acceptable repairs shall be executed with proprietary epoxy compounds, not improved mortar.

END OF SECTION

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04000 MASONRY

04050 MASONRY PROCEDURES

MATERIALS-
A. Cement and other cementious materials shall be delivered to the site and stored in unbroken bags, barrels, or other
approved containers, plainly marked and labeled with the manufacturer’s name and brand. Mortar materials
shall be stored in dry, weathertight sheds or enclosures, and shall be stored and handled in a manner which will
prevent the inclusion of foreign material and damage by water or dampness. Concrete masonry units shall be
handled with care to avoid chipping and breakage, and shall be stored as directed. Materials stored in
newly constructed floors shall be stacked in such manner that the uniformly distributed loading does not exceed
50 psi. Concrete masonry materials shall be protected from contact with the earth and exposure to the weather,
and shall be kept dry until used.

B. Concrete Hollow Blocks (CHB) shall be 2 or 3-core steam-cured modular blocks by “Jackbilt or Equivalent”. Exterior
and interior masonry unit shall be load-bearing and non-load bearing units with compressive strength of 5.52
map respectively. However, load-bearing units may be provided in lieu of non-loading-bearing units. Surfaces
of units which are to be plastered shall be sufficiently rough to provide a suitable bond.

C. Portland cement shall be type 1 conforming to PNS 07. D. Sand

shall conform to PNS 18, type 1.
E. Water for mixing shall be potable.

F. Reinforcing steel bars shall be corrugate structural grade, as manufactured by “ Pag-Asa. Steel
Works, Inc.”

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-

Workmanship Concrete Hollow Blocks masonry walls shall not be carried up level and plumb all around. One section of
the walls shall not be carried up in advance of the others unless specifically approved. Unfinished work shall be
stepped back for joining with new work. Heights of masonry shall be checked with an instrument at each floor,
and at sills and heads of opening to maintain the level of the walls. Door and window frames, louvered openings,
anchors, pipes, ducts and conduits shall be built-in carefully and in a neat manner as the masonry work
progresses. Spaces around metal door frames shall be filled solidly with mortar. Concrete masonry units shall
be handled with care to avoid chipping, backing, and sapling of faces and edges. Structural steel work, bolts,
anchors, inserts, plugs, ties, lintels, and miscellaneous metal work specifies elsewhere shall be placed in position
as the work progresses. Unless indicated otherwise, partitions shall extend from the floor from the bottom of the
floor or roof construction above. Non-load-bearing partitions and interior walls shall be securely anchored to the
construction above in a manner that provides lateral stability while permitting unrestricted deflection of
construction above, scaffolding well-braced and securely tied in position. Overloading of scaffolding will not be
permitted.

04100 GROUT AND MORTAR

GENERAL REQUIRMENTS-

A. Mortar mixing. Mortar materials shall be measured by volumetric proportioning in approved containers that will
insure that the specified proportions of materials will be controlled and

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 accurately maintained during the progress of the work. Measuring materials with shovels will not permitted.
Unless specified otherwise, mortar shall be mixed in such a manner that the materials will be distributed
uniformly throughout the mass. A sufficient amount of water shall be added gradually and the mass further
mixed not less that 3 until a mortar of the plasticity necessary for the purposes intended is obtained. Mortar
boxes, pans and /or mixer drums shall be kept clean and free in debris of dried mortar. The mortar shall be used
before the initial setting of the cement has taken place; re-tempering of mortar in which cement has started to set
will not be permitted. Mortar shall be mixed in the proportions of one part Portland cement and 3 parts sand.
B. Grout shall consist of a mixture of cementitious materials aggregate as specified hereinafter; water
shall be added in sufficient quantity to produce a fluid mixture. Fine grout shall be provided grout spaces less
than 50 mm in any horizontal dimension or in which clearance between reinforcing and masonry is less than
20 mm.
C. Fine grout shall be mixed in proportions of one part portland cement and 3 parts sand.
D. Course grout shall be mixed in proportions of one part portland cement, 3 parts sand and 3 pea gravel passing a 10
mm sieve.
E. Mortar joints shall be uniform in thickness, and the average thickness of any three consecutive joints shall be 10 mm to
12 mm. Changes in coursing or bonding after the work started will not be permitted. Exposed joints shall be
rolled slightly concave with a round or other approved jointer when the mortar is thumbprint hard. The jointly
shall be slightly larger than the width of the joint so that complete contact is made along the edges of the units,
compressing sealing the surface of joint. Joints in masonry that will not be exposed shall be struck-flush.
Horizontal joints shall be struck-flush . Horizontal joints shall be rolled first. Joints shall be brushed to removed
all loose and excess mortar. All horizontal joints shall be
level; vertical joints shall be plumb and in alignment from top to bottom of wall, within a tolerance of plus
or minus 12 mm.
F. Concrete masonry unit work. The first course of concrete masonry units shall be laid in a full bed or mortar for the full
width of the unit; the succeeding courses shall be laid with broken joints. The bed-joints of concrete masonry unit
shall be formed by applying the mortar to the entire top surface of the inner and outer face shell, and the head
joints shall be formed by applying the mortar for a width of about 25 mm to the ends of the adjoining units laid
previously. The mortar for joints shall be smooth, not furrowed, and shall be of such thickness that it will be
forced out of the joints as the units are being placed in positions. Where anchors, bolts, and
ties occur within the cells of the units, such cells shall be filled with mortar or grout as the work progresses.
Concrete masonry units shall not be damped before or during laying.
G. Reinforcing shall be positioned accurately as indicated. As masonry work progresses, vertical reinforcing shall be
rigidly secured in place at vertical intervals as indicated. Reinforcing shall
be embedded in grout as grouting proceeds. The minimum clear distance between masonry and vertical
reinforcement shall be not less than 12 mm. Unless indicated or specified otherwise, splices shall be formed by
lapping bars not less than 20 bar diameters and wire tying them together.
H. Bonding and anchoring. Masonry walls and partitions shall be accurately anchored and bonded at points where they
intersect, and where they abut or adjoin the concrete frame of a building. All anchors shall be completely
embedded in mortar.
I. Grout placement. Grouting shall be performed from interior side of walls, except as approved otherwise . Sills, ledges,
offsets and other surfaces to be left exposed shall be protected from grout droppings ; grout falling on such
surface shall be removed immediately. Grout shall be stirred before placing to avoid segregation of the
aggregate and shall be sufficiently fluid to flow into joints and around reinforcing without leaving voids. Grout shall
be placed by pumping or pouring from buckets equipped with spouts, not exceeding 1.22 m; pours shall be kept
at
38 mm below the top of masonry units in top course. Grout shall be puddle or agitated
thoroughly to eliminate voids without displacing masonry from its position. Masonry displaced by grouting
operation shall be removed and laid in re-alignment with fresh mortar.

EXECUTION-

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 Measure and mix materials in containers of known quantity. Water-reducing and plasticizing admixture may be
added to mortar. Use mechanical mixer for preparation of grout and mortar. Clean used mixer or use
a separate mixer for white cement mortar or prepared mortar mixes.

04150 MASONRY REINFORCEMENT

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-

Horizontal masonry reinforcement shall be deformed Steel, Grade 230 structural grade, 10 mm dia. bars at 600
mm on center vertical bars and at every third course horizontal bars for 100 mm thick concrete hollow
blocks. Use 12 mm dia. bars for 150 mm and
200 mm thick with bar spacing same as that of 100 mm thick concrete hollow blocks.

04220 CONCRETE HOLLOW BLOCKS (CHB)

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-

If not indicated on the Plans. All Exterior Wall shall be 150mm min CHB, All Interior Wall shall be 100mm CHB
except where it is necessary to create a flushed to column situation and where there is a passage of
utilities or unless otherwise noted..

MATERIALS-

Used JACKBILT brand load bearing concrete hollow blocks with 700 psi compressive Submit samples for
concrete masonry units. Submit samples indicating texture. Store units under cover .Concrete Hollow
Blocks shall meet ASTM C90 Grade N-1. Fire rated units shall comply with UL-618.

EXECUTION-

Lay masonry units in common running bond with 1cm wide joints. Build in adjacent work, including anchors
and door subframes. Fill around built in work with cement grout. Lay all units in full bed of mortar.
Provide control joints at changes in wall direction and spaced not more than 12m o.c. in running
walls. Strike unexposed joints flush; tool exposed joints concave. Provide reinforced unit masonry
construction where shown. Maintain vertical cell alignment in cells to be filled. Provide cleanouts at
bottom of cells. Fill cells with cement grout, consolidated by vibrating and pudding. Form
construction joints in grout lifts by stopping grout pour 4cm below top of uppermost course in pour.

REINFORCED CONCRETE STIFFENER COLUMNS AND LINTER BEAMS: for concrete hollow blocks wall
with span or height of more than 4m as follows:

a. STIFFENER COLUMNS: 100 mm x 300 mm for 100 mm thick chb or/ 150 mm x
300 mm (for 150 mm thick chb) reinforced with 4-12 mm dia. vertical bars with 10 mm
dia. ties 250 mm on center.
b. LINTEL BEAMS: thickness varieties per concrete hollow block wall x 35 mm dia. continuous bar (top
and bottom) with 100 mm dia. stirrups, 4 at 100 mm; rest at 250 mm on center.

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 ANCHOR MASONRY to structural members with metal ties embedded in masonry joints and attached to
structure. Space anchors as per spacing of masonry reinforcement, shall extend up to the bottom of
the beam or slab.

END OF SECTION

05000 METALS

05100 STRUCTURAL STEEL WORKS

5B.1 Scope. This section includes structural steel work, complete.
5B.2 General. Connections for which details are not indicated shall be designed in accordance with the “American
Institute of Steel Construction Manual of Steel Construction”, and shall be welded or bolted.
5B.3 Requirements
5B.3.1Handling, shipping and storing steel work. All materials shall be handled, shipped, and stored in a manner
that will prevent distortion or other damage. Materials shall be stored in a clean location and keep
properly drained. All damaged materials shall be replaced or repaired by and at the expense of the
Contractor.
5B.3.2 Structural carbon steel for bolted or welded work shall confirm to ASTM A36.
5B.3.3 Structural tubing for bolted or welded work, shall conform to ASTM A500 or A36.
5B.3.4 Common bolts and nuts shall conform to the requirements for regular hexagon bolts and nuts of ANSI
818.2.1 and 818.2.2 Materials shall conform to ASTM 307.
5B.3.4 Washers. Circular washers shall be flat and smooth and shall conform to requirements for type A washers
in ANSI B 27.2. Beveled washers to American Standard Beams and channel shall square or
rectangular, layered in thickness, and smoothed. Washers for use with high strength bolts shall be
hardened.
5B.3.5 Welding electrodes and rods.
5B.3.6 Submerged arc welding. Bare electrodes and flux for submerged arc welding shall conform to the
requirements of AWS D1.0, and the following grades:
Steel Grade
A36 SAW-1 or SAW-2
5B.4.1 Fabrication
5B.4.1 General. Except as modified herein, fabrication shall be in accordance with the applicable
specifications and standard of American Institute of Steel Construction. Workmanship shall be
equal to standard commercial practice in modern structural
shops. Portions of work exposed to view shall be finished neatly. Structural materials, either plain or
fabricated, shall be stored above the ground on platforms, skits, or other supports. Materials shall be
kept from dirt, grease ,and other foreign matter, and shall be protected as far as practicable from
corrosion. All materials shall be clean and straight. If straightening or flattening is necessary, it shall
done by a process and in a manner that will not damage the material. Shearing, flame-cutting, chipping
shall be done carefully and accurately. The radii of a re-entrant gas-cut fillet shall be not less than 25
mm and as large as practicable. The top and bottom surfaces of base plates, cap plates of columns
and sole plates shall be planed, or the plates shall be hot-straightened and parts of members in contact
with them shall be faced.
5B.4.2 Bolted construction. Holes for bolted construction shall be 1.59 mm larger than the nominal diameter of the
bolt. Holes shall be clean cut without torn or ragged edges. Outsides burrs resulting from reaming or
drilling shall be removed. For punched holes
the diameter of the die shall not exceed the diameter of the punch by more than 1.59 mm. The dies
for sub-punched holes shall be at least 1.59 mm smaller than the nominal diameter of the bolt. If any
hole must be enlarged to admit the bolts, they
shall be reamed. Reamed holes shall be cylindrical and perpendicular to the member. Where
practicable, reamers shall be directed by mechanical means. After assembly
of the member and before reaming, holes punched full size and holes sub-punched

shall admit a cylindrical pin 3 mm less in diameter than the nominal size of the
holes

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 perpendicular to the face of the member without drifting in not less than 75 percent of any group of
continuous holes in the same plane. When the holes are reamed or drilled, 85 percent of the holes in
any contiguous group, after reaming or drilling, shall show no offset greater than 79 mm between
adjacent thickness of metal. Bolts’ holes shall be at the right angle to the member. The slope of the
bolted parts in contact with the bolt head shall not exceed 1:20 with respect to the plane normal to the
bolts axis. Where the surface of a bolted path has slope for more than 1:20, beveled washers shall be
used to compensate for the lack of parallelism.
5B.4.3 Structure’s subject to statistic loading. Holes for bolts shall be drilled or sub-punched and reamed,
except that where the thickness of the materials is not greater than the
nominal diameter of the bolt plus 3 mm, the holes maybe punched full size.
5B.4.4 Common bolts. Bolts transmitting shear shall be threaded to such a length that not more than one thread
will be within the grip of the metal. The bolts shall be of such length that they will extend entirely
through the nuts with the beveled end outside the nut. Bolts heads and nut shall be drawn tight against
the work with a suitable wrench not less than 38 cm. Long. Bolts heads shall be tapped with a hammer
while the nut is being tightened.
5B.4.5 Shop painting. All structure steel work, except zinc-coated surfaces and steel work to be embedded in
concrete or mortar, shall be shop painted. Surfaces to be welded shall not be coated within 75 mm of
the weld, prior to welding. Surfaces shall be thoroughly dry and clean when the paint is applied. No
painting shall be done in wet weather except under cover; the temperature shall be above 45 degrees
F. Paint shall be applied thoroughly. Surfaces that will be concealed or inaccessible after assembly
shall be painted prior to assembly.
5B.5 Cleaning. Except as modified herein, surfaces shall be cleaned to bare metal by a suitable blasting
process. Surfaces that may be damaged by blasting shall be cleaned to bare metal by powered wire
brushing or other mechanical means. Surfaces that will be enclosed from the weather and subject to
exposure no more corrosive than an indoor atmosphere controlled for human comfort, may be
cleaned
by wire brushing or other manual or mechanical means for removal of loose mill scale, rust, dirt, and
other deleterious substances. Cleaned surfaces which become contaminated with rust, dirt, oil, grease,
or other contaminants shall be washed with solvents until thoroughly clean. Steel to be embedded in
concrete shall be free from dirt and grease. Bearing surfaces, including contact surfaces within friction-
type
joints, shall not be painted nor galvanized but shall be coated with rust preventive coating, applied in
the shop. The coating shall be removed just prior to field erection using a remover approved by the
rust preventive manufacturer. The surfaces, when
assembled, shall be free from rust, grease. Dirt and other foreign matter.
5B.6 Pre-treatment. Except as modified herein, immediately after leaning, surfaces shall be coated with a coat of
pre-treatment coating applied to a dry film thickness of 0.3 to 0.5 mil or be given a crystalline phosphate
base coating except that the phosphate base coating shall be applied only to blast-cleaned bare metal
surfaces.
5B.7 Priming. Treated surfaces shall be primed as soon as practicable after the pre-treatment coating has dried.
Except as modified herein, the primer shall be two coats of epoxy type as specified in section: Field
Painting applied to a minimum dry film thickness of 3 mils. Surfaces that will be concealed after construction and
will require no over-painting may be primed. Damage to primed surfaces shall be repaired with primer.
5B.8 Match marking. Members and components part of structures shall be assembled and match marked prior
to erection to insure accurate assembly and adjustment of position on final erection. Painted
assembly markings shall be located in a manner
that will not affect the strength of the member or cause concentrations of stress.
5B.9 Erections
5B.9.1 General. Except as modified herein, erection shall be in a accordance with the applicable specifications
and standards of the AISC” Manual of Steel Construction” Erecting equipment shall be suitable for the
work and shall be in first class condition. Where parts cannot be assembled or fitted properly as a
result of errors in

fabrications or a deformation due to handling or transportation, such condition shall

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 reported immediately to the Construction Architect/Engineer and his approval of the method correction
shall be made in his presence. Bent or damaged parts shall be rejected. Steel work shall be drained
properly. Pockets in structures exposed to the weather shall be filled with waterproof material. Safety
belts and lines shall be used by workers on high structures, unless safe working platforms or safety
nets are provided.
5B.10 Assembly. The frame of the steel structure shall be carried up true as shown and all match markings shall
be followed. Temporary bracing shall be used wherever necessary to support all loads to which the
structure may be subjected, including equipment and operation thereof and piles of materials. Such
bracing shall be left in
place as long as may be required for safety. The various members forming parts of a completed frame
after being assembled shall be aligned and adjusted accurately before being fastened. Fastening of
splices of compression members shall be done after the abutting surfaces has been brought completely
into contact. No riveting, welding, or bolting shall be done until much of the structure has been stiffened
and aligned properly. Bearing surfaces and surfaces which will be in permanent contact shall be
cleaned before the members are assembled. As erection progresses, the work shall be bolted or
welded sufficiently to take care of all dead load, wind, and erection stresses. Splices will be permitted
only where indicated. Erection bolts use in welded construction may be tightened securely and left in
place; if removed, the holes shall be filled with plugs welds.
5B.11 Field bolting shall be in accordance with the requirements specified for shop fabrication.
Unfair holes shall be corrected by reaming.
5B.12 field welding. Shall be as specified for shop fabrication of welded constructions. Any shop paint on
surfaces adjacent to joints to be field-welded shall be wire-brushed to
reduce the paint film to a minimum.
5B.13 Field painting. All exposed surface of steel work shall be shop retouched using the same system as the
original shop painting. Surfaces which will be in contact after erection, except when in contact with
bolted or welded connections, shall be given one finish coat before erection. The cleaning, pre-
treatment and priming of welds and the areas adjacent thereto shall be done the shop painting.
5B. 14.1 General. Contractor’s inspection shall be made promptly to permit immediate correction of defects. The
inspector shall each piece which is accepted, with the mark assigned to him. The contractor shall be
fully responsible for the accuracy and character of the work in all details, errors or faults which are
discovered after delivery or during erection shall be corrected by the Contractor in accordance with the
requirements of the contract and without increase in the contract price. The
Contractor shall provide competent supervision and visual inspections of all fabrication through
shop inspectors whose primary duty is inspection. this is a test

05105 LIGHT STEEL FRAMING

5C.1 Scope. This section includes light steel framing system for dry wall partitions or gypsum boards, metal lath
partitions and ceiling assemblies.
5C.2 Storage of Materials. Materials shall be stored out of contact with the ground of minimize contamination,
corrosion and deterioration.
5C.3 Light steel framing system shall be as manufactured by “P.P. Ramous Enterprises” Sizes are manufacturer’s
standard.
5C.3.1 Hangers shall be pre-punched, hot -dipped galvanized steel 1.0 mm thick.
5C.3.2 Suspension rod shall be hot-dipped galvanize steel 6.0 diameter.
5C.3.3 Carrying channel clip shall be spring steel clip 0.6 mm thick.
5C.3.4 Furring channel joiner and furring clip shall be galvanize steel, gauge 24 thick.
5C.3.5 Furring member shall have double carding, galvanize steel 5.0 m long; 0.40 m thick, configuration and
size as shown hereinafter.
5C.3.6 Carrying channel and wall angle shall be 5 meters long, gauge 19 and 2.4 or 3.0 meters long,
gauge 24 thickness respectively, configuration and sizes as shown

hereinafter.

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 5C.4 Materials for wall and partition, profile and sizes shall be as follows:
5C.4.1 Track, top and bottom shall be galvanized steel gauge 22 or 24 and 2.4 or 3.0 m long.
5C.4.2 Stud shall be galvanized steel, gauge 22 or 24 and 2.4 or 3.0 m long.
5C.5 Application. Light steel framing system shall be used in lieu of wood framing system and applied where
indicated. Sizes, configurations, and typical installation procedures are as shown in accompanying
drawings:
5C.6 Shop drawings. Submit shop drawing of the required steel framing assemblies for walling, ceiling or
other applications for approval prior to procurement.

05700 ORNAMENTAL METALS

SCOPE-
A. This section includes miscellaneous metal work including wrought iron work , Stainless
Steel Railings and gutter, complete.
MATERIALS-
A. Anchor bolts and sag rods shall conform to ASTM A307 and applicable portions of A36. B. Structural
carbon steel for plates, angles or shapes shall conform to ASTM Specification
A36
C. Cold-formed, light gauge structural members shall be formed from sheet or strip not less than 5 mm thick
and conforming to “Specifications for the Design of Light Gauge Cold-Formed Steel Structural
Members” of the American Iron and Steel Institute.
D. Saddle shall be a standard manufactured products, of sections shown and shall be heat- treated extruded
aluminum alloy 6063-TS , conforming to ASTM Specification B221.
E. Expansion shields shall be of the style, type, and size suited for the intended use. Shields
shall be accurately recessed and unless otherwise indicated shall be not less than 50 mm into concrete
or masonry.
F. Bolts, nuts and washers shall be zinc-coated , regular commercial grade, size as indicated, and shall conform
to ASTM Specification A307.
G. Power driven nails shall be steel, especially formulated to produce high ductility and hardness and capable
of being explosively driven through the medium to attached.
H. Welding electrodes and rods from manual arc welding shall conform to AWS Specification
A5.5 E70 or AWS Specification A5.1 860.
I. Expanded metal lath shall be as indicated and shall be of the close mesh, heavy duty rigid type.
J. Wrought iron works and stair hand railing shall be as indicated. Use 20 mm square bars and 50 mm zinc-
coated pipe, schedule 20 for handrail or as directed. Wrought iron and handrail shall be painted
spray-applied, as specified in section: Field Painting, with three coats of two-components urethane-
based paint.
K. Nails shall be common or finishing of the proper sizes for intended use and shall be of the best commercial
standard.
L. Stainless steel anchor clips, bolts and plates shall be on the configuration and sizes shown, and shall conform
to the best commercial standard as approved.
M. Workmanship and finish shall be equal to the best practice of modern shops for the respective works.
Exposed surface shall have smooth finish, sharp, and well-defined lines. Section shall be framed to
shape and size with sharp line and angles; curved work shall be sprung evenly to curves. All necessary
rabbets, lags, and brackets shall be provided so that the work can be assemble in a neat and substantial
manner.
Holes for bolts and screw shall be drilled. Fastenings shall be concealed where practicable. Thickness
of metals and details of assembly and support shall provide ample strength and stiffness. Joints
exposed to the weather shall be formed to exclude water. Metal work shall be provided with the proper
clearance. Work shall be
fabricated and installed in a manner that will provide for expansion and contraction, prevent the
shearing of bolts, screws, and other fastenings, insure rigidity and provide close fitting of sections.
N. Insert and sleeves. Inserts of suitable and approved type shall be furnished and installed where necessary
for the support of piping, mechanical equipment or apparatus, or other work. Steel pipe sleeves of
suitable type and size shall be provided where indicated and where required for all pipes passing
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 O. Anchors and bolts shall be provided where indicated and where necessary for fastening work in place. They
shall be embedded in the concrete and masonry as the work progresses, and shall be spaced about 61
cm on centers unless indicated or specified otherwise. Sizes, kinds, and spacing of anchors and anchor
bolts in exterior walls and in area exposed to weather shall be zinc-coated; all those locations shall be
coated heavily with bituminous paint.
P. Shop painting. All structural steelworks to be embedded concrete shall be shop-painted with a metal
primer zinc-chromate.
Q. Inspection. The inspection of welding will be performed in accordance with AWS Code D1.
As applicable for the type of structure.
5A.2 General. Connections for which details are not indicated shall be designed in accordance with the American Institute of
Steel Construction “ Manual Steel of Construction “ and shall be welded or bolted, except as specified otherwise.
Welding shall be done in a manner that will prevent permanent buckling and all welds exposed in the finished work
shall be ground smooth. Steel and iron shall be standard well -finished structural shapes, plates, or bar steel or
bar iron. All finished and /or machined faces shall be true to line and level.

05300 METAL DECKS

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-

Submit shop drawings for structural work. Take field measurements, as required. Industry standards include
American Welding Society (AWS) "Code for Welding in Building Construction">

MATERIALS-

Floor deck shall be 16mm depth 0.4mm galvanized steel meeting ASTM A446, Grade A;
Galvanizing ASTM A525 G90 “CONDECK”

EXECUTION-

Use galvanized nails for connections. Lay decking on prepared stub walls; secure before placing concrete.

05715 METAL FABRICATION

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-

Submit shop drawings for fabrications and erection of miscellaneous metal fabrications or manufacturer's
product data, as applicable, for all miscellaneous metal items.

MATERIALS-

STRUCTURAL STEEL and METAL by an approved fabricator. Structural steel items shall comply with ASTM
A36; cast iron items with ASTM A47. Miscellaneous metal items, shall be prime painted, except pre-
finished items. Items exposed to weather and embedded items shall be galvanized or dipped epoxy
primer coating. Acceptable manufacturer's for cast decorative railings

EXECUTION-

Install all miscellaneous metal items in accord with approved shop drawings, plumb, level and true to line.

END OF SECTION

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06000 CARPENTRY

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-
A. Scope. This section includes carpentry work, complete
B. General. Lumber and woodwork shall be covered and protected from the elements unit used. Building shall
be thoroughly dry before the finish is placed in them. As far as practicable, nailing shall be done in
concealed places, and all nails in exposed work shall be set. Exterior and interior finish shall be
dressed and smooth. Finishing woodwork shall be hand smoothed and sanded site as necessary as
to produce the
proper finish. When practicable, millwork shall be fabricated in the shop, doweled and mortised and
tensioned together, backed up and glued machine and hand-sanded to a smooth surface, and delivered
to the site, ready to be secured in place. All lumber shall be surfaced four sides. All cutting, framing
and fitting necessary for the completion of the work, shall be provided. All lumber surfaces in contact
with
concrete and masonry shall received one brush of bituminous paint.
C. Moisture content. Except where otherwise specified, lumber shall be sun-dried or kiln-dried.
At time of installation, the maximum moisture content, expressed as a percentage of the weight of the
over-dry wood, shall be as follows:
Rough carpentry and framing:
Framing lumber 50 m and less in thickness 19% Framing
lumber over 50 mm thick 25% Board
19%
Interior millwork siding and trim 17% Exterior
millwork, finish and trim 17%
D. Delivery and Storage. Lumber delivered to the site shall be carefully piled off the ground
and stacked manner as to ensure proper drainage, ventilation, and protection from the weather. It shall
be stored in a well-ventilated building and shall not exposed to extreme changes in temperature or
humidity.
MATERIALS-
A. Expansion shields, screws, bolts, fastenners shall be of the type; class and style best suited for the
intended use or as indicated. .
B. Lumber
1. Lumber for wood jambs, stair framing, girdles, girt and all lumber in contact with concrete
shall be hardwood: Yakal, Guijo, or Paitan good grade.
2. Lumbers for rafters, bottom chords, plates caps, studs and nailers shall be
Apitong or Tanguile and good grade.
3. Wood framing, base board, planks trims exposed to view shall be Narra or
Tinguile kiln-dried as indicated, good grade.
4. Wood Mouldings shall be kd tanguile, almaciga or equivalent
5. Particle board shall be 9 mm thick, water resistant, density 700 to 800 kg/m, of best
commercial standard and of good sound grade for paint finish as distributed by “Tektite
Technologies Corporation.”
6. Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) for built-in cabinets and kitchens systems, partitions and
ceiling shall be made by high quality fine rubber wood chips fibers homogeneously
compacted with special resins, 6,12, 16, 25 mm thick as indicated, of good and sound grade
for paint finish as distributed by “Tektite Technologies Corporation.”
7. Plywood for wall sheeting or others shall be Tanguile thickness as indicated, conforming to
the best commercial standards.
8. Plastic laminates where indicated shall be of the best commercial standards, Design, pattern
and color shall be as approved. Approved brands shall be wilsonart, durapal, tacon.
9. Light-metal-plates connectors shall be “Gang-nail”, galvanized, as distributed
by “Trussmaker Gang-nail, Ent.”
10. Nails, common and finishing shall conform to the best commercial standards, size, and type,
best suited for the purpose intended.

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-
A. Installation of framing and miscellaneous wood members
B. General. Framing lumber and other rough carpentry shall be fitted closely, set accurately to the
required lines and levels, and shall be secured in a place in a rigid and substantial manner. Framing
members shall be free from pronounced defects.
All framing members, not indicated or specified shall be provided as necessary for the proper
completion of the work. Nailing shall be done in an approved manner; nails shall be of the proper size,
and care shall be taken so as not to split the members.
C. Fabricated wood trusses and other fabricated structural members. The design shall be as indicated.
Connections shall be made with light-metal-plate-connectors.
Members shall be adequately braced before erection. Members shall be aligned and all connections
completed before removal of bracing. Individually wrapped members shall be unwrapped only after
adequate protection by a roof or other cover has been provided. Scratches and abrasions on factory
applied sealer shall be treated with two brush-coats of the same sealer used at the factory.
D. Sill plates shall be set level and square and anchor-bolted at not more than 1.80 m on centers and not
more than 0.30 m from each end of end piece. A minimum of 2 anchors shall be used for each piece.
E. Partition and wall framing. Unless otherwise shown, studs shall be placed 0.40 m or
0.60 m on centers. Studs shall be doubled at openings. Unless otherwise indicated, headers for
openings shall be made of two pieces of stud materials set on edge or solid lumber of equivalent size,
and corners shall be constructed of not less than three full members. End studs of partitions abutting
concrete or masonry shall be anchored thereto with expansion bolts; one near each studs and at
intermediate intervals of not
more than 1.20 meter. Plates and partitions resting on concrete floor shall be anchored in place with
expansion bolts; one near each end of piece and at intermediate intervals of not more than 1.80 m
between bolts, except anchoring into concrete may be with powder-driven threaded studs of suitable
type and size, and at
0.90 m on centers in lieu of bolts. Walls and bearing partitions shall be provided doubled top plates
with members lapped at least 0.60 m and well spiked together. Blocking for fire-stopping shall be
provided so that the maximum dimension of any concealed space is not over 1.80 meter. Corner
bracing shall be installed when require by the type of sheeting used or when siding other than panel
siding is applied directly to studs. Corner bracing shall be let into the exterior surfaces of the studs at
an angle approximately 45 degrees, shall extend completely over wall plates, and shall be secured at
each bearing with two nails.
F. Floor and ceiling framing . Except where otherwise indicates joists shall have
bearings not less than 100 mm on concrete or masonry and 38 mm on wood or metals. Joists,
trimmers, headers, and beams framing into carrying members at the same relative levels shall be
carried on joists, hangers. Joists shall be lapped and spiked together at bearings a butted end-to end
with scab and ties at the joint and spike to plates. Openings in floor shall be framed with headers and
trimmers. Headers carrying more than two tail joists and trimmers supporting headers carrying more
than one tail joists shall be doubled, unless otherwise indicated. Joists shall be doubled under
partitions parallel with floor joists.
G. Roof framing with rafters. Top of rafters shall form a true plane. Valley, ridge, and hip members shall
be of depth equal to cut on rafters where practicable, but in no case less than the depth of the rafters.
Valleys, hips, and ridges shall be straight and true intersections of roof planes. Necessary crickets and
watersheds shall be formed. Rafters except hip and valley rafters, shall be well spiked to wall plate and
to ceiling joists or bolted by clip angles. Hip and valley rafters shall be secured to wall plates by
clip angles. Openings in roof shall be framed with headers and trimmers. Unless otherwise indicated,
headers, carrying more than two rafters, and trimmers supporting headers carrying more than one
rafters, shall be doubled. Hip rafters longer than available lumber shall be doubled, with the pieces
lapped not less than 1.20 m and well spiked together.

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 H. Bridging. Wood bridging shall have ends accurately bevel-cut to afford contact and shall be nailed at
each end with two nails. The lower ends of bridging shall be driven up tight and secured after sub-
flooring or roof sheeting has been laid and partitions framing has been installed.
I. Blocking shall be provided as necessary for the application of siding, sheeting, sub- flooring,
wallboard, and other materials or building items, and to provide firestopping. Blocking shall be cut to fit
between framing members and rigidly nailed thereto.
J. Stair framing shall be well spiked together. Rough carriages shall be cut to exact shape required to
finish treads and risers. Risers shall be of uniform height, and treads shall be uniform width except
otherwise shown. Trimmers, blocking, and other
framing necessary for the support of finish treads, newels, and railing shall be provided
K. Nailers and nailing strips shall be provided as necessary for the attachment of finish materials. Strips
shall be run in lengths as long as practicable, butt joined, cut into wood framing members when
necessary, and rigidly secured in place.
nterior finish carpentry
6A.9.1 General.
6A.10

MATERIALS-

A.Lumber Schedule:

1. YACAL : sun dried, for all wood plates and other lumber in contact with concrete.
2. GUIJO, sun drieds, for door jambs, door edging, window jambs, headers and all other openings
with wood frames.
3. TANGUILE : red, kiln dried, for mouldings, drop boards, horizontal boards, cabinet boards, drawers,
shelves and other finishing woodworks unless otherwise specified.
4. ALMACIGA ,LAUAN: for ceiling moudings
5. NARRA: for flooring if required.
6. APITONG : Wolmanize with Wolman preservativesalts sulotion composed of sodium flouride.
dinitrophenol, sodium arsenate and sodium chromite, for all frameworks such as ceiling
joists, nailers, studs, and furring.

B. Plywood shall be

1. TANGUILE PLYWOOD
a. 5.5 mm thick local C grade, 3-ply type 2 glue
b. 10 mm to 10.5 mm thick local C grade, 3-ply type 1 glue .For plywood exposed to water
and weather use marine plywood tested under water soaked test. Mark,
interior or exterior type as required by location and use.

EXECUTION-

Install work plumb, level, true and straight without distortions. Shim as required using concealed shims. Finish
work shall be smooth, free from abrasion, tool marks, raised grain or similar defects on exposed
surfaces

a. Ceiling Framings : 50 mm x 50 mm, S2S, at 600 mm on center both ways for 10.5 mm
thick plywood and 400 mm on center both ways for 5.5 mm thick plywood.
b. Wall framings on concrete walls : 25 mm x 50 mm S2S, at 600 mm on center both
ways. Plumbed and leveled.

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 c. double wall framings : 50 mm x 76 mm, S2S vertical and horizontal studs at
600 mm on center.

06200 FINISH CARPENTRY

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-

Submit shop drawings for all finish carpentry items. Store materials indoors, off floor. All wood shall be of good
quality and free from any defects. Provide DRESSED LUMBER, S4S, unless otherwise indicated.
SEASONED LUMBER : shall be with 19% maximum moisture content only at time of dressing. KILN
DRIED LUMBER : shall be with 15 % maximum moisture content only at time of dressing. FRAMING
LUMBERS and other ROUGH CARPENTERY shall be fitted closely, set accurately to the required lines
and levels and shall be secured in place in a rigid substantial. All lumber shall bear the stamp of an
agency certified by P.S. Finished woodwork shall be machined (flat) or hand (molded) sanded. Grades
species of wood shall be as specified. Interior finish shall be set plumb, level, square, and in true
alignment; joints shall be tight and
formed to conceal shrinkage. Where practicable, jointing and nailing shall be concealed; face nailing
in trim and millwork and elsewhere as indicated, shall be set for putty stopping. Woodwork specified
to received a natural finish shall be selected for uniformity in color and graining. Hardware. Items of
finishing hardware specified under Section: Builders’ hardware shall be fitted carefully and attached
securely.
Care shall be exercised not to mar or injure the work.Store materials indoors, off floor. Install interior
finish carpentry in enclosed spaces only.

MATERIALS-

All materials shall be surfaced four sides; moisture content of 19% or less at time of installation, except
as noted below.

Plastic laminate: Meeting NEMA LDI-75, Grade GP-50, as manufactured by

Formica, Nevamar or Wilson Art; colors and patters selected by Architect.

EXECUTION-

A.Install work plumb, level, true and straight without distortions. Shim as required using concealed shims.
Finish work shall be smooth, free from abrasion, tool marks, raised grain or similar defects on exposed
surfaces.

B.Trim and moldings: Install in single, unjointed lengths for openings and for runs less than
3.0m. For Longer runs use only one piece less than 3.0m in straight runs. Stagger joints in adjacent
members. Cope at returns and miter at corners ATtach and secure in place with uniform joints
providing for thermal and building movements. Blind nail and use adhensives supplied by moulding and
trim manufactureres; do not substitute.

C. Install wood in longest practical lengths. Provide blocking at 1.0m o.c., between framing members
for attachment. Blind nails at each support. Allow for expansion.

D. CABINET WORKS : as per detail, complete with drawer lock and handle (one for each
door) with two (2) Concealed ”Italy” hinges for cabinet doors. WOOD EDGINGS : 25 mm
*25 mm for plywood cabinet and closet doors glued with weldwood.

09000 FINISHING
09300 GYPSUM CEILING & DOUBLEWALLING

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 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS-

Manufacturer shall be responsible for lifting devices, ties, match and fabrication marks, form design and process
required to produce units acceptable to the Architect. Manufacturer shall be responsible for quality
control. Submit shop and erection drawings. Drawings and calculations will be counter-signed by the
Architect. Submit data and samples in accord with Section 01301.

MATERIALS-

A. As manufactured by manufacturer approved by the Architect. All Gypsum to be used shall be of moisture
resistance type only.

1. Cured, exposed surface - smooth, ready to paint.

2. Fixings: Non-ferrous alloys or stainless steel where exposed to weather; fiber twists where to
be enclosed by construction.

3. Form release compound: Water soluble, compatible with latex base finishes.

B. Fabrication: Manufacture items to profiles shown. Prepare a full size sample for each item for Architect's
approval before commencing production run. Approved samples shall be the standard for all items of
the run and may be used in construction after run is completed. All exposed conspicuous lines, corners
and arises shall be clean and sharp and free of irregularities. Unexposed surfaces as cast or trowel;
mating surfaces-saw-cut.

EXECUTION-

Deliver units to job site on pallets or racks. Use compressible, non-staining material, for spacers and blocking
in transport. Stack delivered units of ground on flexible material. Unloading and stacking shall
be continuously supervised by qualified personnel. Erect units in positions indicated and secure and
brace before final setting. Install all accessories and coordinate with electrical and mechanical work.
Install only sound, approved units. Chipped, gouged or defaced units will be rejected and shall be
replaced with acceptable units.

END OF SECTION

15400 PLUMBING WORKS

Part I - GENERAL

1.01 DESCRIPTION

The General Conditions apply to all work under this section of the Specifications. A. Scope of
Work
Unless otherwise specified, the Contractor or his subcontractor shall furnish all materials, tools, equipment, apparatus,
appliances, accessories, transportation, labor and supervision required for the complete installation and testing of the
Plumbing System ready for use in accordance with the best practice of the Plumbing trade as listed herein but not
limited to the following:

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 1. The Plumbing Contractor is required to refer to all architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical plans
and investigate all possible interference and conditions affecting his work.

2. All work shall comply with the pertinent provisions of the Plumbing Code of the concerned municipality, the
Code on Sanitation of the Philippines, and/or the National Plumbing Code of the Philippines.

3. Tapping from water main to the building water supply and distribution system to include supply of pipes, fittings,
valves and installation of main water meter and sub-meter.

4. All building sanitary drains, waste and venting systems including floor drains and air conditioning
equipment.

5. Sewage collection and disposal system including tapping to existing sewer mains and catch basin up to
drainage system.

6. Building storm drainage system including roof drains, deck drains, downspout, grease trap and catch basins.

7. Supply (option) and installation of all plumbing fixtures, fittings, trims and accessories.

8. Supply (option) of cylindrical steel water tank with concrete pedestal, pump, hydropneumatic pressure tank
including controls and accessories.

9. Construction(option) of reinforce concrete water tank including pipes, pumps, controls and other accessories.

10. Testing for leakage of all water supply and distribution system, drains, waste, sewer and venting system
plus pressure testing.

11. Supply of hydropneumatic tank including booster pumps, control gauge, and other accessories.

12. Disinfection of the water supply and distribution system.

13. Securing of all permits and licenses as required to include water connection.

14. Excavation and backfilling in connection with the work shall be included.

15. Preparation and submittal of two (2) sets of as-built plans.

16. Furnishing of written one (1) year warranty on the plumbing system.

1.02 NOTES ON DRAWINGS

A. The Drawings show the general arrangements of all pipings. However, where local and/or actual conditions at the
jobsite necessitate a deviation or rearrangement, the Contractor shall prepare and submit the new arrangement for the
Architect's approval.

B. Small scale Drawings do not possibly indicate all offsets, fittings and other parts of the system required. The
Contractor shall arrange such work accordingly, furnishing such fittings, traps, valves and accessories as may be
required to meet such conditions.

1.03 APPLICABLE SPECS, CODES, ORDINANCE, PERMITS AND FEES

A. The work covered in this contract is to be installed according to the Specifications, codes, ordinances and requirements of
the following:

1. National Plumbing Code of the

Philippines

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 2. The Code on Sanitation of the Philippines

3. Energy Management Bureau, DENR

4. Ordinances of Concerned City or Municipality

B. All construction permits and fees required for the work shall be obtained by and at the expense of the Contractor. The
Contractor shall furnish the Owner final certificates of inspection and approval from the proper government authorities
after the completion of the Work.

1.04 WORKMANSHIP AND COORDINATION WITH OTHER TRADES

A. All work shall be performed in first class and neat workmanship by mechanics skilled in their trades and such mechanics
and their work shall be satisfactory to the Architect/Engineer.

B. The Plumbing Contractor is required to refer to the General Conditions and to all architectural, structural, electrical,
mechanical plan and specifications and shall investigate all possible interference and conditions affecting his work.
Coordinate and report discrepancies prior to construction.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.01 MATERIALS A.
General
1. Except as specified, the Contractor shall submit the Architect's approval, four (4) copies of a complete list of
manufacturer's names of all equipments and materials he proposes to use, within thirty (30) days after award of
contract.

2. The Contractor shall assume the cost and the entire responsibility for any change in the work as shown on
contract drawings which may be occasioned by approval of materials other than those specified.

B. Pipes and Fittings Schedule

1. Cold & Hot Water Lines – refer to contract scope of work and outline specifications. For Galvanized Steel
Pipe, Schedule 40. "Supreme", "Super" or approved equal, conforming to ASTM A-120/A-53. Fittings shall be
malleable iron, screwed connection, except exposed final connection of fixture which shall be chromium plated.
For P.E. Pipes ,”Vesbo” follow manufacturer instructions on installation

2. Sewer Line (Soil Pipes and Waste Pipes) - shall be polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes, "NELTEX or ATLANTA' Brand
Series 1000 II conforming to ASTM 2729 or ISO R-161 with end suitable for elastomeric gasket joints.

3. Vent Pipes - shall be polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes, Neltex or Atlanta, Series 600 conforming to
ASTM 2729 or ISO R-161.

4. Downspouts - shall be polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes, Neltex or Atlanta, Series 1000 II
conforming to ASTM 2729 or ISO R-161.

5. Storm Drainage Lines - shall be non-reinforced concrete pipes for sizes 250mm dia. and below, and reinforced
concrete pipes for sizes 300mm dia. and above conforming to ASTM 14 Class II and ASTM 76 Class II
respectively.

6. Hot water line insulation – sterene foam/ or equivalent

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 C. Valves

1. Gate/Check Valve - 75 mm and larger, shall be rising stem, iron body with bronze trim, flanged connection, min. of
150 psi working pressure. 65 mm and smaller, shall be rising stem, all bronze, female threaded, min. of 150 psi
working pressure.
2. Float valve - shall be the float are lower type globe valve, single seated - tight closing, bronze/or iron material,
flanged connection with float.

D. Other Materials

1. Floor Drains - shall be M-200 D METMA nickel-plated, 100mm x 100mm or approved equal.

2. Roof Drains - shall be M-250 A METMA or approved equal.

3. Grease Trap - shall be M-401 METMA or approved equal.

4. Deck Drain - shall be M-306 METMA or approved equal.

5. Water Meter (Size as indicated on the plans) shall be ARAD or approved by Maynilad/MWSS
for main-water.

ASAHI or approved equal for sub-meter and must be calibrated by proper authority.

6. Outdoor Pipe Lines, Appurtenances

a. Catch Basins - 140 kg/sq. cm. reinforced concrete with pre-cast reinforced concrete cover.

b. Thrust Blocks - 140 kg/sq. cm. plain concrete

c. Concrete Water Tank - 210 kg/cm² reinforced concrete

E. Jointing

1. PVC Pipes and Fittings - PVC solvent cement, rubber o-ring gasket or as per the
Manufacturer's recommendations.

2. Dissimilar Pipes - Adaptor fittings shall be used.

3. Concrete Drain Pipe - Cement Mortar.

4. G.I. Pipes - carefully reamed threaded joints. Apply seal tape, teflon or approved equal.

2.02 IDENTIFICATION AND APPROVAL OF MATERIALS

A. Each length of pipe, fittings, traps, fixtures and device used in the Plumbing System shall have cast, stamped or marked
on it, the manufacturer's trade mark or name, the weight, type and class of products when so required by the
Standards.

B. Within thirty (30) days after award of the Contract, the Contractor shall submit for the Architect's approval, the names
of suppliers and materials proposed including trade names and/or samples of the materials if deemed necessary.

C. Brand names mentioned in this Specifications are only for the purposes of indicating the desired quality and design.

2.03 SUBSTITUTION AND TESTING OF

MATERIALS

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 A. Materials intended to be substituted for those originally specified shall be accepted only after a formal request for
substitution, accompanied by:

1. Reasons for substitutions

2. Certificate of test indicating quality, compared to those originally specified;

3. Cost comparisons with material originally specified.

Request shall be submitted to the Architect for evaluation at least 15 working days before installation of subject material is
due, or at least 7 days before opening of bids.

B. Cost of testing of materials, whether on originally specified items or on substitutions, shall be to the account of the
Contractor.

C. Results of tests shall be submitted to the Architect for evaluation at least 15 days before the material is due for installation
on the job.

2.04 SOIL, WASTE, DRAIN AND VENT PIPES

A. Underground soil and waste pipes and fittings shall be the same material, unless specifically noted.
Waste, drain and vent pipes above ground shall be PVC pipe. Fittings for pipings above ground shall be drainage
pattern. Fitting on all dry vents shall be the same material.

B. Sewer lines shall be pitched 6mm per 300mm for soil pipes and in no case flatter than 3 mm per 300 mm for waste pipes.

C. Supports

1. Horizontal lines shall be supported by well secured length heavy duty strap hangers or floor chairs as required.
Vertical lines shall be secured strongly by hooks to the building frame and a suitable bracket or chairs shall be
provided at the floors from which they start.

2. PVC pipes in trenches under the ground shall be laid true to line and grade on stable and suitably prepared
foundation, each section of the pipe properly bedded.

3. In soft ground liable to settlement, a gravel base 300mm deep and twice the width of the pipe shall be rolled or
tamped. Backfilling shall be carefully placed and tamped for the purpose, in such a manner that the pipe lines or
connections are not disturbed.

D. Traps

1. Every plumbing fixture shall be separately trapped by a vented water sealed trap as close to the fixture outlets as
the conditions allow, but in no case at a distance greater than 600 mm. In case of the upper or the only fixture
on a soil pipe extended full size through the roof, a vent shall not be required when said fixture has its center
stack. Traps shall be of the same diameter as the waste pipes from the fixtures which they shall serve, all traps
shall have a water seal of at least 32 millimeters with a brass thumbscrew cleanout at the bottom of the seal.

E. Vent

1. Vents shall be taken from the crown of the fixtures, except for water closet traps, in which case, the branch line
shall be vented below trap and above all small waste line inlets, so connected as to prevent obstructions. Each
vent pipe shall be run separately above the fixtures into the adjacent soil pipes, a distance not more than 1.50
meters. If more than this distance, the vent shall run independently through the roof.

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 2. A vent line shall be wherever practicable, direct extension of a soil or waste line.

3. Main vent risers at 4.5 meters along or more shall be connected at the foot with the main water or soil pipes below
the lowest vent outlet with a forty five degree connection.

4. All vertical soil or vent pipes shall be carried up above the roof of the building at least 600mm and the open ends
are to be entirely and securely covered with a Ga. 16 mesh copper cloth.

5. Vent pipes in roof spaces shall be run as close as possible to the underside of roof with horizontal piping
pitched down to stacks without forming traps.

6. Where an end or circuit vent pipe from fixtures it shall be connected into the main vent or vent stack.

F. Roughing-in for pipes and fixtures shall be carried along with the building construction. Correctly located openings of
proper sizes shall be provided where required in the walls and floors for the passage of pipes all items to be
embedded in concrete shall be thoroughly clean and free from all rust, scale and paint.

G. Fittings - All changes in pipe sizes on soil, waste and drain lines shall be made with reducing fittings or reducers. All
changes in direction shall be made by the appropriated use of forty five-degree wyes, or long sweep bends, except that
sanitary tees may be used on vertical stacks. Short quarterbends or elbows may be used in soil and waste lines where
the change in direction is from the horizontal to the vertical and on the discharge from the water closet.

H. Joints and Connections - All joints shall be air and water tight. For joining pipes, the following shall be used:

1. Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes : socket type with PVC cement, or Elastoronic rubber o-ring gasket.

2. Concrete pipes : bell and spigot or tongue and groove, with mortar cement.

2.05 WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM A.

Meters and Sub-Meter
1. Water meters shall be furnished by the Contractor and installed with the proper and complete piping
arrangements for the system.

2. The exact dimension for setting the meter shall be as per requirement of MWSS. B. Installation
1. The pipings shall be extended to all fixtures, outlets and equipment from the gate valves installed in the
branch near the riser.

2. Unions shall be provided where required for disconnection.

3. All pipes shall be cut accurately to measurement and shall be worked into place without springing or
facing. Care shall be taken so as not to weaken the structural portions of the building.

4. All service pipes valves and fittings shall be kept a sufficient distance from other work to permit finished covering
not less than 15mm from such work or from finished covering on the different service.

5. Changes in pipes shall be made with reducing

fittings.

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 6. Accessible Contraction - Expansion joints shall be made where necessary. Horizontal runs of pipe over 15 m. in
length shall be anchored to wall or the supporting structure about midway on the run to force expansion and
contraction equally towards the ends.

2.06 EXCAVATING, PIPE LAYING AND BACKFILLING

A. Trenches for all underground pipe lines shall be excavated to the required depths and grades. Bell holes shall be
provided so that pipe will rest on well-tamped solid ground for its entire length. Where rock is encountered, excavation
shall extend to a depth 150 mm below the pipe bottom and other approved filling materials.

B. All pipes except concrete pipes that will run underground shall be protected with Class B concrete casing, a minimum
of 100 mm around the pipe perimeter and 250 mm below the finish grade.

C. Materials for backfilling shall be free of debris or big rocks. Backfill shall be placed in horizontal layers, properly
moistened and compacted to an optimum density that will prevent excessive settlement and shrinkage.

2.07 MISCELLANEOUS

A. Cleanout shall be of the same size as the pipe, the location of which is extended to an easily accessible place.

B. Traps

1. Every plumbing fixture or equipment requiring connections to the sewerage system shall be equipped with a
trap.

2. Each trap shall be placed as near as possible to fixture. No fixture shall be double-trapped. C. Valves and
Hose Bibbs
1. Valves shall be provided on all water supplies to fixtures as specified.

2. Hose bibbs shall be 20mm dia. standard hose connection, male tapered threads, polished chromium plated.
Brand shall be "Great Volume" or approved equal.

D. Pipe Hangers, Inserts and Supports

1. Horizontal runs of pipe shall be hung with adjustable wrought iron and malleable iron pipe hangers spaced
not over 3 m apart, except hub and spigot soil pipes which shall have hangers spaced not over 1.52 m. apart and
located near the hub.

2. Hangers shall have short turn buckles or other approved means of adjustment.

3. Insert shall be of cast steel and shall be of type to receive a machine bolt or nut after installation.

4. Vertical runs of pipe shall be supported by wrought iron clamps or collars spaced not more than
9 m. apart.

5. Water and Vent Pipes - 65mm and larger, band type 6.4mm x 25mm flat mild steel or black iron with 15 mm
round rod with plates and nuts; 50mm and smaller split ring type with 10mm iron rods with insert plates; toggle
bolts, clamps or expansion shield.

E. Pipe Sleeves

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 1. Pipe sleeves shall be installed and properly secured in place at all points where pipes pass through masonry
or concrete.

2. Pipe sleeves shall be of sufficient diameter to provide approximately 6.4mm clearance around the pipe or
insulation.

3. Pipe sleeves in walls and partitions shall be of cast iron, wrought iron or steel pipe. Pipe sleeves in
concrete beams or concrete slabs shall be wrought iron or steel pipe.

4. Pipe sleeves on footings shall be cast iron or steel and shall be not less than 100mm larger in diameter than the
pipe to be installed.

5. Where pipes pass through waterproofing membrane, the sleeves shall be provided with an integral flange or
clamping device to which a flashing shield can be soldered.

6. The space between the pipes and sleeves shall be made water tight by inserting a picked oakum gasket and
filling the remaining space with poured lead caulking thoroughly.

F. Fixture and Equipment Supports and Fastenings

1. Where secured to concrete or filled hollow block walls, fastenings shall be brass and at least 76 mm into solid
concrete.

2. Inserts shall be securely anchored and the anchor shall be properly slushed with mortar. G. Floor, Walls
and Ceilings Plates
Plates shall be large enough to completely close the hole around the pipes and shall be round with the least dimension
hole 30mm larger than the diameter of the pipe.

H. Drains

All drains installed in connection with waterproofing of floors shall be equipped with a clamping device.

I. Unions

Unions or water piping 75 mm and larger in diameter shall be flange pattern of galvanized wrought iron. Gasket for
flanged unions shall be of the best quality fiber, plastic or leather.

2.08 HOT WATER DISTRIBUTION A.

Materials :
1. All pipes, fittings, nipples and union, for hot water supply shall be insulated GI Sch. 40, brass or copper, Grade A
standard. Exposed pipes shall be chronium plated.

2. Pipe covering or insulation shall be of standard thickness magnesia or mineral wool glass fiber.
All insulation shall be held in place with at least 20mm wide brass strips at spacing of at least
450mm on center.

B. Installation :

1. The hot water piping system shall be pitched toward fixtures and refer for proper air relief.
Provide drain cocks ar low points for drainage systems.

2. Union shall be provided where required for disconnection. Threaded swing joints shall be used

for all branch connection to risera and

manis.

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2.09 PLUMBING FIXTURES AND ACCESSORIES (Otherwise not specified in the Architects schedule of fixtures)

A. Water Closet (Tank Type)

1. For all residential and office toilets, water closets shall be American Standard, "Sabrina"
2.01.2600 with enameled seat cover, US Brand metal angle valve, supply pipe, tank fitting and other required
accessories.

B. Lavatories

1. For all residential and office toilets, lavatories shall be American Standard, "Carmela"
2.01.1001, vitreous china, wall-hung self rimming lavatory, fittings to include angle valve and supply pipe
assembly, P-trap.

C. Bath Tub

1. Bath Tub for T-1 to T-10 toilets shall be American Standard, "Marielle" 2.03.5505 acrylic, end drain outlet,
finttings and other required accessories.

D. Shower Head and Accessories

1. Shower head shall be wall mounted, stainless steel, with concealed batch combination, two concealed valves
with 15 mm metal handle, 15 mm concealed 4 way diverter; adjustable ball joint shower.

E. Kitchen Sink

1. Kitchen sink shall be stainless steel double drain board, 600 mm width, "American Standard" widespread
lavatory faucet with gooseneck spout and heritage wrist blade handle.

F. Toilet Accessories

1. Soap holder shall be provided for office toilet. Dispenser shall be "HALLMACK", Horizontal chrome finish
surface mounted.
2. Tissue Dispenser shall be provided for office toilet. Dispenser shall be "HALLMACK", surface
mounted chrome finish.
3. Soap holder and paper holder shall be provided in all toilets and shall be American Standard
2.01.9031 for soap holder and 2.01.9032 for paper holder.

G. Water Heaters

1. Water Heaters shall be "NATIONAL MULTI-POINT", or approved equal.

2.10 PUMPS

A. General

1. All equipments shall be supplied from reputable firms engaged in the manufacture of each particular item.
The entire assembly as installed shall be given a start-up and test run to prove that all the specifications have
been met before acceptance by the Owner. The test duration shall be 24 hours. Submittal of the Certificate of
Test to the Owners shall be a condition of final payment.

2. The Specifications herein stated are basic guide only. Other items not so indicated but which are obviously
necessary for the proper operation of system as intended shall be supplied in

accordance with accepted engineering

standards.

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 3. The equipment shall be guaranteed for a period of at least one (1) year of trouble free operation. The
supplier of equipment shall certify to the availability of spare parts locally and service in cause of system
breakdowns within a period of at least three (3) years. Manuals of operation and maintenance and lists of
spare parts shall be supplied together with the equipment. Submittal of Warranty Certificate shall be on
condition to the final payment.

4. The supplier shall submit at least two copies and pumps performance curves showing among others, the pump
rating and pump efficiency, properly marked thereon.

5. Accessories to be supplied for each pump shall include one non-slam type check valve, and two gate valves, of
size equal to the size of pump discharge and suction and rated 150 psi. Also, one Pressure gauge for each set
of pumps and pipe fittings necessary for complete installation shall be provided. The pressure gauge shall be
100 mm face diameter and shall be reading from 0' psi (or 0 kg/cm2) to 100 psi (or 7 kg/cm2).

6. Price quoted shall include cost of delivery of all quoted items to the jobsite. Pump and motor installation
dimension drawings shall be submitted together with the quotation.

7. The brands, names, and place of manufacture of pump, motor, valves, controls and all accessories
where applicable shall be indicated in the quotation. Also, a description of pump impellers being offered shall be
included.

8. A metal nameplate indicating in indelible letters the correct specifications of the pump and motor shall be
Properly attached to the assembly at a location such that information written thereon can be conveniently read by
all concerned.

9. A separate price shall be quoted for installation work and Preparation submittal of as installed drawings.

B. Products (OTHERWISE NOT INDICATED ON THE P-1 PLUMBING PLAN)

1. Transfer Pumps for the Elevated Water Tanks Upfeed:

a. Number of Units
b. Capacity of each Unit: gpm vs ft. TDH
c. Type: pump,.
d. Electric Motor Drive: 220/440 volts, -phase, 60 cycles, open drip proof.
e. Motor Controls: Full voltage magnetic starter, H-O-A switches, overload relays, alternators, and
liquid level controls at elevated tank, to stop and start the pumps at high and low liquid levels.
f. Accessories: Vibration - insulating hose connections, at discharge line foot valves.

2. Booster Pumps for Hydropneumatic Pressure Tank System:

a. Number of Units
b. Capacity of each Unit: US gpm vs ft. TDH.
c. Type: .
d. Electric Motor Drive: 220/440 V, 3-phase, 60 cycles, open drip proof.
e. Motor Controls: Full voltage magnetic starter, H-O-A switches, overload relays, and alternators.
f. Accessories: Vibration insulating hose connections at suction and discharge lines, electrode type
water level control or equal to prevent pumps from running dry.

3. Hydropneumatic Pressure Tank:

a. Number of Units :

b. Type :

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 c. Capacity : gallons
d. Approximate Dimensions : Outside diameter mm; shell length mm. e. Operating
Pressure: Cut-in at 20 psi; cut-out at 40 psi.
f. Tank Material : Stainless Steel 4.8 mm minimum thickness, 100 psi pressure rating per
ASME Code for Unfired Pressure Vessels.
g. Supports : Reinforced concrete, properly drained and cushioned. h.
Accessories :
1. Pressure gauge for operating pressure of 0 to 100 psi, dial face diameter - 100 mm.
2. Water level gauge, consisting of a sight glass in copper tubing with sufficient
opening and graduations to indicate the level of water inside pressure tank correct to one
(1) mm.
3. Pressure Relief Valve: To release pressure at 65 psi.
4. Water Drain Valves:
5. Pressure switch, to be at cut-in - 20 psi; and cut-out 40 psi.

i. Painting:

Tank Interior: Two (2) coats of non-toxic epoxy paint.

Tank Exterior: One (1) coat of red lead primer plus two (2) finish coats of water proof enamel paint of
color to be designated by the Architect/Owner.

NOTE : The above requirements do not apply when tanks are galvanized.

4. Sump Pump for Elevator Pit

a. Number of Units: unit with liquid level controls. b.

Capacity of Pump: GPM vs ft. TDH
c. Sizes of Sump: Verify plans
d. Type: Portable type, suitable for pumping elevator drainage Line at atmosphere discharge
pressure.
e. Mounting: Built-in/portable type.
f. Electric Motor: 220/440 volts, -phase, 60 hertz.
g. Motor Controls, full-voltage magnetic starter, H-O-A switches, liquid level controls, overload relays
and alternators, for automatic operation and to alternate the pumps in service and start the second pump
if one pump cannot handle the load.

2.11 WATER RESERVOIR

A. Underground Tank - Reinforced Concrete

1. Piping, Fittings and Miscellaneous Metal Work :

a. Furnish and install all pipe fittings, valves, specials, pipe supports, miscellaneous metal work and all
required appurtenances as shown on the plans and as required to make the intire piping system operable.
b. All materials furnished and installed shall be new and guaranteed free form defect in design, materials,
and workmanship.
c. Adequate protective measures shall be provided to protect pipes, fittings, valves and all other materials
from damage or injury during storage and installation.

2. Flanges, Gaskets and Bolts :

a. Flanges shall conform in dimensions and drilling to ASA B-16.1 Class 125. b. Gaskets
shall be ring-type JOHN MANSVILLE or cranite.
c. Bolts shall be standard square head machine bolts with heavy, hot, pressed hexagon

nuts. Threads shall be conform to ASA B-1.1, coarse thread series, Class 2
fit.

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 3. Manhole Frame and Cover :

a. All castings for manhole frames shall be tough, gray iron free from warps, cracks, holes, swells and cold
shuts, and approximately 3 mm thick.

b. All castings shall conform to the requirements of ASTM Standard A-48 for gray form castings.

4. Ladder Rungs shall be of 20 mm diameter round stainless steel bar placed in the walls as shown on the
Drawings.

5. Installation :

a. All pipes shall be carefully placed and supported at the proper lines and grade where possible shall be
sloped to permit complete draining.
b. Piping runs shown on Drawings shall be followed as closely as possible, except for minor
adjustments to avoid adverse-effect on architectural and/or structural features. If minor relocations are
required, they shall be subjected to the approval of the Architect.
c. Carefully inspect all pipe and fittings before installation. Inspection of pipe shall include light tapping with
a hammer to detect cracks or defects. No pipe, fittings or valve which are cracked or shown defects shall
be used.
d. Piping shall be properly supported by suitable anchors, brackets, or hangers. Vertical pipes shall be
anchored by suitable galvanized steel straps. Pipe supports shall be provided as shown on the Plans
and whenever else necessary to prevent stain on joints
or to facilitate taking down pipe.
e. Piping through the Walls - Where the pipes pass through walls, care shall be exercised to insure this
joints are watertight.

B. Elevated Stainless Steel Tank

1. Requirements

a. Furnish necessary pipings and equipment and perform all labor required for the installation and
operation of the elevated tank.
b. All structural design analysis shall conform to the latest Building Codes and National
Structural Codes for Building (NSCB) and AWWA-D-100-67.

2. Information/Materials Specs per Tank

a. Number of Unit : As per drawing

b. Capacity, size, height diameter - As per drawing

3. Accessories

a. Shell and Roof Ladder - Fixed vertical flat bars, 50 mm x 8 mm spaced 365 mm apart with rungs, 600
square bars spaced 300 mm on center, including ladder inside the tank for accessories.
b. Roof Hatch - Minimum opening dimension or diameter of 600 mm, 5 mm thick with a curb 50 mm high
and the cover overlap at least 25 mm at all sides.
c. Vent Pipe - On roof, bend downward with insect wire screen, 100 mm steel pipe, Sch.
40.
d. Overflow and Drain Pipe - steel pipe, Sch. 40 inside tank and to connect at the discharge pipe
below the tank bottom, size = 100 diameter; indirect connection to storm drainage.
e. Feeder Pipe - Riser steel pipe, Sch. 40, placed 100 mm high at the side bottom of the tank to connect to
building compound water supply line, size 100 diameter.
f. Liguid Level Control - "B/W" Electrode type liquid level controls type or equal.

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 g. Water Level Indicator - To be at the tank exterior side with marks printed on the exterior face of tank.

C. Test for Water-Tightness of Completed Tank - The completed reinforced concrete ground and structural steel tanks shall
be tested for water-tightness by filling it up with clean water after cleaning out all dirt and debris from inside the tank. The
water shall be allowed to stank fro a minimum period of 24 hours reckoned from the time the free-board line was
reached during filling up. After the 24 hour period there shall be no drop in water level in the tank more than 44 mm,
otherwise, the leaks shall be located and plugged properly and the test for water-tightness repeated.

D. Defective Work

1. If the inspection and test show any defect, such defective work or material shall be replaced and the test shall
be repeated until satisfactory to the Owner.
2. All repairs shall be made with mew material at the expense of the Contractor.
3. No caulking of screwed joints or holes will be accepted.

E. Test Certificat shall be filled out and signed by the Owner's and Contractor's representative.

2.12 WATER HEATERS(otherwise indicated on plans)

Furnish and install where indicated on the Drawings hot water storage heaters, standard catalog products of a reputable
manufacturer. Tank shall be certified for 300 psi test pressure, with non-absorbent insulation and heavy outside steel
jackets and individually sealed thermostats for automatic operation conforming to U.S. Underwriter's Laboratories and NEMA
Standards.

2.13 GREASE INTERCEPTORS (otherwise indicated on plans)

Grease Interceptor - Furnish and install where indicated on the drawing grease interceptors (traps) with a flow rate of 4 gpm to
serve a kitchen sink.

Overall efficiency of the interceptor shall not be less than 90% when operating at the specified rate of flow.

2.14 WATER METER AND SUB-METER

Furnish and install where indicated on the Drawings Water Meter and Sub-Water Meters with sizes as shown on drawings,
shall be ARAD, ASAHI or approved equal.

2.15 SITE PLUMBING UTILITIES

A. The entire site plumbing utilities system shall be laid out and installed consistently throughout with the given slopes in the
plans. Pipe joints and connections to area drains, catch basin and junction boxes shall possess such leak-proof and
seepage-proof integrity achievable with the works called for under this particular section of the Specifications.

1. Junction boxes for storm and sanitary (sewer) drainage lines outside the building shall be cast-in-place
reinforced concrete sections and precast concrete cover.
2. Trench excavation and backfilling shall be as specified in excavation, trenching and backfilling for utility system.
3. Concrete drainage pipe

a. Material

Pipe shall be reinforced concrete pipe (300 mm dia. and larger) conforming to ASTM-76 and non-
reinforced concrete pipe 250 mm dia. and smaller conforming to ASTM C14.

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 b. Installation

1) Bedding surfaces shall provide a firm foundation, carefully shaped true to line and grade.
2) Concrete pipe shall be laid carefully with hubs upgrade and ends fully and closely jointed.
Joints shall be cement mortar. Cement mortar shall consist of 1 part Portland cement and 1-
1/2 parts clean, sharp sand with only enough water for workability.

B. Excavation for storm & sanitary sewer drainage system:

1. General

The Contractor shall do all excavation of whatever substances encountered below depth shown on Drawings.
Excavated materials not required for fill or backfill shall be removed from site as directed by the Engineer and
disposed off by the Contractor. Excavation for accessories to have 300 mm minimum and 60 mm maximum
clearance in all side. Excavation shall not be carried below the required depth. Excess excavation below
required level shall be backfilled at the Contractor's expense with earth, sand, gravel, or concrete, as directed by
Engineer, and thoroughly tamped unstable soil shall be removed and replaced with gravel or crushed stone,
which shall be thoroughly tamped. The Engineer shall determine the depth of removal of unstable soil.
Ground adjacent to all excavations shall be graded to prevent water running. The Contractor shall remove by
pumping or other means approved by the Engineer any water accumulated in excavation and keep trench
unwatered until the bedding is complete.

2. Trench Excavation

Banks of trenches shall be vertical. Soft materials shall be reported to the Engineer. In rock, excavation shall be carried 200
mm below bottom of pipe. Loose earth or gravel shall be used for backfill, and tamped thoroughly and rounded to
receive pipe as above.

3. Rock Excavation

Rock excavation shall include removal of boulders larger than 1/2 m3 in volume and ledge rock concrete or masonry
structures that required drilling.

4. Bracing and Shoring

The Contractor shall do all bracing, sheathing and shoring necessary to perform and protect all excavation as
indicated on the plans, as required for safety, as directed by the Architect, or to conform to governing laws.

C. Tests

Tests for workmanship on utility lines shall be conducted in accordance with the applicable utility specification before
backfilling.

D. Backfilling

After pipes have been tested and approved, backfilling shall be done with approved material free for large clods or
stones.

1. Trenches

Backfill material shall be placed evenly and carefully around and over pipe in 150 mm maximum layers. Each layer
shall be thoroughly and carefully rammed until 300mm of cover exists over pipe. The remainder of
backfill material shall be placed, moistened and compacted. Water settling will not be permitted in clay
soils. It may be required at the

option of the Engineer in sandy

soils.

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 2. Trench under areas to be paved.

Materials shall be placed in 200 mm maximum layers after filling 300 mm above pipe as previously described. Each layer
shall be compacted to density equal to that of adjacent original material so that pavement can be placed
immediately.

3. Structures.

All forms, trash, and debris shall be removed and cleared away. Approved backfill material may be from excavation or
borrow; it shall be free from rock, lumber or debris. Backfill material shall be placed symmetrically on all
sides in eight inch maximum layers. Each layer shall be moistened and compacted with mechanicals or
hard tampers.
In area to be paved, each layer shall be compacted to density equal to that of adjacent materials so that
pavement can be placed immediately.

E. Maintenance

The Contractor shall refill for settlement all backfilled areas. F. Clean-
up
The Contractor shall clean up and dispose off all excess materials, trash, wood forms and other debris.

PART 3 - TEST AND DISINFECTION

3.01 A. Drainage System Test

1. The entire drainage and venting system shall have all necessary openings which can be plugged
to permit the entire system to be filled with water to the level of the highest stack vent and/or
stack above the roof. vent
2. The system shall hold this water for a full thirty (30) minutes during which time there shall be no
drop more than 100 mm.
3. If and when the Architect decides that additional test is needed, such as an air or smoke test on
drainage system, the Contractor shall perform such test without additional cost. B. Pressure
the
Tests for Water Lines
1. After the pipe have been installed, the joints completed and with joints exposed for examination, all newly installed pipe
or any valve section, thereof, shall be subjected to hydrostatic pressure one and one half (1-1/2) the designed
working pressure of the system or as specified by the Architect.

2. The duration of each pressure test shall be at least 10 minutes unless otherwise specified by the
Architect.

3. Each section of pipeline shall be slowly filled water and the specified test pressure, measured at the point of lowest
elevation, shall be applied by means of a pump connected to the pipe in a manner satisfactory to the Architect.
During the filling of the pipe and before applying the test pressure, all air shall be expelled from the pipeline. To
accomplish this type shall be made if necessary, at the point of highest elevation, and after completion of the test
the taps shall be tightly plugged unless otherwise specified. During the test, all exposed pipes, fittings, valves,
joints and couplings will be carefully examined. If found to be cracked or defective, they shall

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 be removed and replaced by the Contractor with sound materials at his expenses. The test shall then be
repeated until satisfactory results are obtained.

C. Leakage Tests for Water Lines

1. Leakage test shall be conducted after satisfactory completion of the pressure test and shall consist of an
examination of all exposed joints for leakage as well as an overall leakage test of the completed pipeline.
2. The pressure to be maintained during the test shall be the designed working pressure of the system.
3. Leakage test shall be made only after a minimum of 24 hours after the pipe to be tested has been filled with water.
4. The duration of each leakage test shall be two hours unless otherwise specified by the Architect.
5. Each section of pipe line shall be slowly filled with water and the specified test pressure, measured at the point of lowest
elevation shall be applied by means of a positive displacement type pump and reservoir connected to the pipe in
a manner satisfactory to the Architect.
6. Before starting the leakage test, all air shall be expelled from the pipe. All exposed pipes, fittings, valves and joints shall
be examined for leakage during the test.
7. Allowable leakage rate per 100 joints per inch of Pipe Diameter at Pressure Stipulated.
PRESSURE LEAKAGE RATE

PSI KG/CM2 LITERS/HR. LITERS/2 HRS

50 3.5 1.45 2.90
75 5.3 1.75 3.50
100 7.0 2.05 4.10
125 8.8 2.30 4.60
150 10.5 2.50 5.00
200 14.0 2.90 5.80

D. Defective Work

1. If the inspection or test shows any defect, such defective work or material shall be replaced and the test shall be
repeated until satisfactory to the Architect.
2. All repairs to piping shall be made with new materials at the expense of the Contractor.
3. No caulking of screwed joints or holes will be accepted.

E. Disinfection of Water Distribution System

1. The entire water system shall be thoroughly flushed and disinfected with chlorine before it is placed on operation. Water
tanks shall be washed and swabbed.
2. Chlorination materials shall be liquid chlorine or hypo-chlorine, as specified and shall be introduced into the water lines in
a manner approved by the Engineer. Tanks shall be thoroughly cleaned of all debris or dust before swabbing.
3. The chlorine dosage shall be such as to provide not less than fifty parts per million (50 ppm) of available chlorine.
4. Following a contact period of not less than sixteen (16) hours, the heavily chlorinated water shall be flushed
from the system with clean water until the residual chlorine content is not greater than two tenth (0.20 ppm). All
valves in water lines being sterilized shall be opened and closed several times during the 16-hour chlorinating
period.

3.02 CLEANING

A. All exposed metal surfaces shall be free of grease, dirt of other foreign materials.

B. Chrome or nickel plated pipings, fittings and trimmings shall be polished upon completion.

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 C. All plumbing fixtures shall be properly protected from use and damage during the construction stage.
The fixtures shall be cleaned to the satisfaction of the Architect upon completion and prior to acceptance of
work.

D. All equipment, pipes, valves and fittings shall be cleaned of grease and sludge which may have accumulated. Any
clogging, discoloration or damage to other parts of the building due to the system shall be repaired by the Contractor.

3.03 PAINTING AND PROTECTION

A. All exterior of pipings to be installed in or through concrete floor fill or fill floors and underground shall be given one coat
of acid resisting paint having a bituminous base.

B. Pipe hanger supports and all other iron work in concealed spaces shall be painted with one coat of asphalt.

3.04 COLOR CODE FOR EXPOSED PIPES

All exposed pipings shall be adequately and durably identified by distinctive colored paints as follows: ITEM
COLOR CODE
cold water pipe blue
storm water pipe gray sewage
pipe orange
vent pipe gray or orange

3.05 WARRANTY AND "AS - BUILT" PLANS

A. All works, equipment and fixtures shall be guaranteed by the Contractor for satisfactory service for a minimum period of
one (1) year.
B. The Contractor shall submit to the Owner, in reproducible form plus three (3) sets of white prints, the complete plans of
the entire system as actually built. The cost of those shall be borne by the Contractor. Submittal of "AS BUILT" plans
shall be a condition to final payment.

3.06 RESPONSIBILITY

The general Contractor shall be responsible for the coordination among the different trades on the job in order to finish the
work in the least possible time, in strict accordance with the Plans and Specifications.

A. Throughout the construction period open ends of all installed pipe lines shall be kept closed by temporary plugs.

B. Drainage lines shall not be used to conduct dirty construction wash with water especially those with cement mixes to
avoid possible clogging.

C. A temporary fire protection system shall be provided by the Contractor during the construction period.
This shall be of sufficient capacity to put out any fire that may break out at any floors due to construc- tion operations.
This is in addition to temporary fire extinguisher required.

D. A temporary potable water supply shall be made available to construction workers at every floor as construction
progresses.

E. A temporary human excreta disposal system shall be provided by the Contractor to serve the workers during the
construction period.

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15500 FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM
PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 GENERAL CONDITIONS

A. The General Conditions form a part of these specifications and contract.

B. The specialty contractor for the Fire Protection Works is designated as the Contractor in this
Division of these Technical Specifications.

1.02 SCOPE OF WORK

A. Furnishing of all materials (except those to be Owner furnished), equipment and accessories for the complete
installation, testing and adjustment, ready for use of the proposed dry type standpipe system.

B. The work essentially shall include, but shall not necessarily be limited to the following items:

1. Fire Department connections.

2. Fire hose cabinets, valves, and accessories including connection to the Fire Protection
System.

3. Priming and finish painting (red) of all exposed piping and all equipment.

4. Securing and payment of permits, licenses for construction purposes, including approval from the Fire
Protection Associates (FPA) and Fire Department having jurisdictions.

5. Complete testing of all Fire Protection system in accordance with NFPA and related codes.

6. One year warranty of trouble free operation, tests and maintenance of the completed work.

7. Submission of as-built drawings in reproducible sheets including two (2) white print copies at no cost to the
Owners.

1.03 APPLICABLE SPECIFICATIONS, CODES, ORDINANCES, PERMITS AND FEES

A. The work covered in this contract is to be installed according to the specifications, codes, ordinances and
requirements of the following:

1. Fire Code of the Philippines

2. Philippine Rating Bureau

3. National Plumbing Code of the Philippines

4. Ordinances of concerned city and municipality

B. All construction permit and fees required for the work shall be obtained by and at the expense of the Contractor.
The Contractor shall furnish the Owner the final certificates of inspection and approval from the proper government
authorities after the completion of the work.

1.04 SHOP DRAWINGS, SAMPLES AND OTHER SUBMITTALS

A. The Contractor shall prepare and submit for approval the following:

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 1. Dimensional layout of all fire hose cabinet connections.

2. Manufacturer's catalog, sheets, marked as necessary to indicate materials or equipment being furnished for
the following items:

a. fire department connections (inlet & outlet), and hose cabinets b. riser
supports and sleeves
3. List of miscellaneous materials proposed, including pipe, fittings, valves, etc. and manhole accessories,
identifying manufacturer and type.

4. Field test reports.

5. Such other similar information the Engineer may require.

1.05 ACCEPTANCE TESTS

A. Acceptance of the work shall be conditioned on successful test of the entire system.

B. Test requirements laid out in the standards for the installation of the system shall be performed prior to the
approval of the work.

C. Isolated leak tests or partial tests of areas may be performed prior to installation of ceiling materials in the
area to preclude any damage there at during total system final tests.

D. The Contractor shall furnish the Owner a written statement to the effect that the work covered by the Contract has
been completed and tested, before requesting for final approval of the installation by the Fire Protection Associates
(FPA)

1.06 WORKMANSHIP & COORDINATION OF WORK WITH OTHERS

A. The Contractor shall be held fully responsible for the work of any manufacturer or subcontractor (if there is one)
supplying materials to or performing work for; as it is intended that the entire Fire Protection System shall be ready
in every respect for satisfactory and efficient operation when finally delivered to the Owners.
B. The Contractor shall assume full responsibility and shall provide the services of a qualified Engineer to
supervise the complete installation of equipment and to conduct the final acceptance tests.
C. The work throughout shall be executed in the most thorough and satisfactory manner in accordance with the
best practices of the trade.

1.07 FIRE HOSE CABINETS

A. Hose and valve assembly as manufactured by ELKHART Brass Mfg. Co. or approved equal.

Hose - 40mm dia. 30.0m Double Jacket, Rubberlined for all floors.

Nozzle- combination fog and solid stream, 40mm dia., chrome plated, Model No. L-205. Rack -
Semi-automatic, chrome plated, Model No. S-41.
Hose Nipple - for components, shall be chrome plated. Provide two (2) universal spannel wrenches, Model
46-5.

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 B. Cabinet - Recessed type with anodized colored aluminum for all glass plate; frame and box shall be No. 14 gauge
steel with white interior and red exterior baked enamel finishes over primer. Cabinet size shall contain the above
components.

1.08 FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTION (INLET)

Two way sidewalk inlet connection shall be 65mm x 65mm x 100mm similar or equal to ELKHART Model No. 735 vertical
cast brass with plug spring check snoots, complete with plugs and chain and cast brass escutcheon lettered "Standpipe",
threads to suit integrated metropolitan fire department specification.

1.09 PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

Furnish and install as indicated on the drawings portable fire extinguisher, 10 lbs. dry chemical type for type ABC fire. Units
shall be approved by the Fire Department having jurisdiction and UL listed. Mounting shall be inside fire hose cabinets.

1.10 PIPINGS - GENERAL

A. Where American Standards are specified, other approved national or local standards may be acceptable,
provided copies of these standard Specifications are forwarded to the Engineer for his written approval.

B. Black iron, schedule 40 pipes, ASTM A53 for risers only.

C. Black iron schedule 40 pipes, ASTM A53 for inside building installations (feed mains, cross mains and branch lines).

D. All inside piping shall be installed by means of screwed or flanged fittings. Flanged joint shall be used at all sprinkler
risers and provided with fluorinated elastomer gasket conforming to ASTM B2000.

E. Torch cutting shall not be permitted as means of modifying or repairing sprinkler system. F. All welding
shall be "shop welding" only and shall be done by electric arc welding process.
1.11 FITTINGS - GENERAL

A. Whenever a change in pipe size is made, one piece of reducing fitting shall be used. Provide mechanical
coupling at the main riser as shown in the drawings.

B. All fittings shall be of malleable iron fittings.

C. Steel pipe flanges mating with steel equipment flanges shall have the same facing as mating flange.

D. Screwed union shall not be used on pipes larger than 50mm (2"). Coupling and unions of pipes other than screwed
type shall be of types approved specifically for sprinkler use.

1.12 PIPE SLEEVES

A. MATERIALS:

1. Through Footings - cast iron

2. Below Grade - cast iron or standard weight iron pipe

3. Above Grade - steel pipe

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 B. INSTALLATION:

1. Minimum clearance between the pipe and sleeve shall not be less than 25mm (1") for pipes, 25mm (1")
to 75 mm (3") and 50mm (2") clearance for pipes 100mm (4") and larger. The clearance between pipes and
sleeves shall be filled with non-combustible flexible materials and furnished with semi-hardening mastic
flush.

2. Floor sleeves shall extend at least 76mm (3") above the top of the wearing surface.

3. Drains, fire department connections, test manifolds and other auxilliary pipings connected to risers shall not
be cemented into walls or floors.

1.13 PIPE PAINTING

A. After installation and test and before the installations of ceiling fixtures or boards, all pipings shall be prime painted
and coated with two coats of gloss red quick drying enamel.

1.14 MARKERS, INSTRUCTION & IDENTIFICATION SIGNBOARD

These signboards shall be made of gauge No. 14 black iron sheet with baked enamel paint finish and letter instruction.
Additional signboards may be furnished at no extra cost. Signboards shall be mounted on the equipment or wall nearest the
equipment unobstructed for easy identification and reading. Paints shall be basically gloss fire red and white.

1.15 ACCEPTANCE TESTS

A. The Contractor shall conduct tests in the presence of inspector or authority having jurisdiction.

B. To remove foreign materials which may have entered the piping during installation of same, flushing or
underground connection is required before sprinkler piping is connected.

C. Hydrostatic Tests:

1. Test pressure not less than 200 psi for two hours.

2. No visible leakage for inside sprinkler piping will be allowed. For underground mains and lead-ins,
exceeding the permissible leakage or joints necessary repair shall be made.

3. All control valve shall be fully closed and opened under water pressure to insure proper operating tests.
Use clean, non-corrosive water.

4. Fire connection shall be tested.

D. Testing of drainage facilities shall be made by opening the main drain valve while the control valve is wide open.

E. Test certificate shall be filled out and signed by the Owner's and Contractor's representatives.

F. System Operations and Maintenance chart shall be submitted to the Owners upon completion of the Contract. This
shall include, among others, the locations of the control valves and care of the new equipment.

1.16 MINOR MODIFICATIONS AND TIME COMPLETION

A. The plans as drawn should show conditions as accurately as it is possible to indicate them in scale. The plans
are diagrammatical and do not necessarily show all fittings, etc. necessary to fit the building conditions. The
locations of valves, fittings and the fixture shown on the plans are

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 approximate. The Contractor shall be responsible for the proper location in order to make them fit with architectural
details and instructions.

B. The Contractor shall complete the work herein described in accordance with the specific schedules set by
the Owner in accordance with General Contractor's Schedule of Work.

1.17 GUARANTEE

The Contractor shall guarantee that the installed fire hose cabinet complies with the requirements of the authorities and free
from all defective workmanship and materials and will remain so, for a period of one (1) year from the date of final inspection
and acceptance of the work. Any defect appearing within one year shall be corrected by the Contractor at no additional cost
to the Owner.

1.18 CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY

The Contractor shall indemnify and save the Owner, the Engineer harmless from and against all liabilities for damages arising
from injuries or disabilities to person or damage to property occasioned by any or omission of this Contractor on any of his
Sub-contractors, including any and all expenses, legal or otherwise which may be incurred by the Owner, the Engineer in the
defense of any claims, action or suits.

END OF DIVISION

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