CRAIG, GAULDEN AND DAVIS, INC. 19 WASHINGTON PARK GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA 29601 Telephone (864) 242-0761 Email [email protected]
December 07, 2017
ADDENDUM NO. 4:
TO: All Prospective Bidders
RE: Columbia County, Georgia Columbia County Performing Arts Center Evans Town Center, GA 30809 CGD Project No. 15023
To whom it may concern:
Please note the following changes or clarifications that shall become part of the contract documents for the above referenced project.
GENERAL:
A4-G1 Bid Form : Replace: With enclosed BID FORM (REVISED)
A4-G2 The following are answers to questions from bidders that are not specifically addressed in the drawings and specifications: 1) QUESTION: Carpet 1 – Custom piece has a huge pattern repeat of 6’ x 63”. How do you want to the seams to run in the lobby areas? This will greatly affect the carpet yardage and I would like to get it right up front.
ANSWER: CPT-1 seams need to run in a direction that will be most cost effective and create the least amount of waste. They do need to run either north to south or east to west.
2) QUESTION: For storm structures on sheet C704, we would like to propose round precast structures per ASTM C-478, concrete 4,000 psi in lieu of the concrete boxes shown on the details. Please confirm if that would be acceptable.
ANSWER: Round precast structures may be used. They must be submitted with full details for review and approval during construction.
3) QUESTION: Truss on S605. The web members are shown as L4x4x3/8x3/4. Which one 4x4x3/8 or 4x4x3/4? Please advise.
ANSWER: Web members are Double L4x4x3/8 spaced 3/4” Apart.
A4-G3 December 5 Bid Questions Response by CGD : Add: See enclosed document “December 5 CCPAC Bid Questions Response by CGD”
SPECIFICATIONS:
A4-S1 078100 – Applied Fireproofing, 3.6 Schedule: Add: B. MD-SFRM is intended for use on 4 girder trusses in the auditorium. Add: C. SFRM is required for 1-hr fire protection rating of the entire primary structural frame, columns and beams as defined by the building code. Add: D. SFRM is not required on structural roof beams and deck that are entirely located 20 feet above a floor immediately below per the building code. Roof beams that are part of the primary structural frame shall be protected with SFRM.
A4-S2 11 6144 – Performance Drapery Tracks Replace: With the enclosed section 11 6144.
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A4-S3 Division 22 Plumbing Specifications: Replace: Entire sections with the enclosed sections: 22 4100 Plumbing Fixtures (Sinks and Lavatories) 22 4200 Plumbing Fixtures (Showers) 22 4300 Plumbing Fixtures (Water Closets and Urinals) 22 4400 Plumbing Fixtures (Water Coolers)
A4-S4 22 3300 – Electric Domestic Water Heaters Add the following:
1.3. D. The following instantaneous electric water heater manufacturers are acceptable 1. EEMAX 2. Stiebel Eltron 2.4. INSTANTANEOUS WATER HEATER: A. General: 1. Units shall be point of use type requiring cold water supply. 2. Provide an integral thermostatic controller capable of maintaining outlet temperature with .5+ deg. F. of setpoint. 3. Unit shall be UL listed and not require floor drain or relief valve. 4. Unit shall require a plug connection.
A4-S5 Division 23 Mechanical Specifications Add the following enclosed sections: 23 0993 Sequence of Operations for HVAC Controls and Points List 23 0993.1 Sequence of Operation (Central Air Handling Equipment)
A4-S6 Division 26 Electrical Specifications: Replace: Entire sections with the enclosed sections: 26 0923 Automatic Lighting Control 26 3213 Engine Generators
A4-S7 27 41 00 AUDIO VIDEO SYSTEMS Modify as follows: Replace 1.6.A, and 1.6.B with the following: 1.6 QUALIFICATIONS AND SUBMITTALS A. Contractor Qualifications 1. Contractor must have completed, within the last five years, three performing arts centers of similar scope with AV budgets exceeding $1,500,000. 2. The Lead Installer, on site, every day for the Contractor must have and maintain a current AVIXA CTS-I certificate. 3. The Project Engineer for the Contractor that is responsible for system engineering, system drawings, and project commissioning must have and maintain a current AVIXA CTS-D certificate. 4. Contractor must have a dedicated shop facility for pre-building, wiring, and testing equipment racks prior to delivery to the jobsite for installation. 5. Contractor must have in-house CAD capabilities to deliver all project drawings in CAD. 6. Contractor will incorporate the AV systems into the BIM model (current version of Revit) if same desires to really impress the Architect and Systems Designer. B. Submittals: 1. Contractors shall examine all drawings and read all divisions of this specification in order to avoid omissions and duplications and to ensure a complete job. No allowances shall be made for failure to read and understand these documents. Discrepancies between drawings and specifications or obvious omissions shall be referred to the Systems Designer for clarification before submitting shop
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drawings. Where discrepancies occur and pre-bid instructions have not been obtained, the contractor agrees to abide by the Systems Designer's decision. 2. Include all work and all equipment as specified, as well as any other equipment and materials to be used in assembling the system. 3. No portion of the work herein may be assigned or sub-contracted to others without prior approval of the Architect, General Contractor, and the Systems Designer. All terms of this contract, including bidding and qualification requirements, shall apply to all sub-contractors. 4. General Submittals shall include the following: a. A list of Systems of comparable size and scope to that described herein, completed by the Contractor in the last five (5) years. Indicate the project name and address, year of completion, and the name and phone number of a person to contact who is a representative of the Owner or User. b. A personal resume of formal education and experience, and a copy of the current CTS-I certificate of the staff member who would act as Leader for the Project. A personal resume of formal education and experience, and a copy of the current CTS-D certificate of the staff member who would act as Project Engineer. c. A description of the Contractor's capabilities and facilities for rack assembly, shop fabrication, repair, and servicing of Systems d. A description of the Contractor's capabilities and facilities for generating CAD (or other high quality graphics) documentation for the Shop Drawings and As-Built Drawings e. An itemized list of all equipment and materials to be used in assembling the system f. Unit pricing for all items on the specified equipment list g. Lot pricing for miscellaneous items not on the specified equipment list h. A breakdown of the number of staff hours allotted for: 1) Preparation of submittals, shop drawings, and system documentation 2) On site coordination meetings and supervision 3) In shop engineering, fabrication, and assembly 4) On site fabrication, assembly, and installation 5) On site verification and acceptance testing
A4-S8 27 41 00 AUDIO VIDEO SYSTEMS, APPENDIX B MAJOR EQUIPMENT LIST Modify as follows: Remove from base bid all AV Equipment designated for Multipurpose room. The Multipurpose room will not be fit out in base bid.
A4-S9 Division 28 Electronic Safety and Security: Replace: Entire sections with the enclosed section: 28 3111 Fire Alarm System
A4-S10 31 3116 – Termite Control: Replace: With the enclosed section 31 3116.
A4-S11 334600 Subdrainage, 3.5 Connections, Line A: Delete: “…in Section 334100 “Storm Utility Drainage Piping”. Add: “…elsewhere in the construction documents.”
A4-S12 334600 Subdrainage, 3.5 Connections, Line C: Delete: Entire line. Add: Connect perforated foundation drain piping to solid wall conduits sloped 1% to collect via gravity drainage at foundation drain structure STMH F1 indicated on Drawing C301. Install perforated piping for foundation drains as
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indicated in the drawings around elevator and stage lift pit footings and other locations indicated.”
DRAWINGS:
A4-D1 Civil Drawings Replace the following sheets as follows: C100 COVER C200 EXISTING CONDITIONS & DEMOLITION PLAN C300 LAYOUT & STAKING PLAN C301 GRADING & STORM PLAN C302 UTILITY PLAN C303 SIGNING & STRIPING PLAN C500 PROFILES
A4-D2 Landscape Drawings Replace the following sheets as follows: I-1.02 IRRIGATION DETAILS
A4-D3 Sheet LS103 Life Safety – Assemblies, UL Designs No. Y615, Y616: Clarification: Designs for intumescent fire protective coatings are not used in the design. They are provided as an alternative to other SFRM designs if field conditions of clearance or exposure arise and warrant their use.
A4-D4 Architectural Drawings Replace the following sheets as follows: A104 CATWALK FLOOR PLAN A112 ENLARGED PLANS – LOBBY & RESTROOM A113 ENLARGED PLANS – AUDITORIUM A114 ENLARGED PLANS – STAGE & DRESSING ROOMS A121 PLAN DETAILS - AUDITORIUM A203 WALL TYPES A403 BUILDING SECTIONS A506 WALL SECTIONS – MAIN LOBBY A511 WALL SECTIONS – BALCONIES & PARTERRE A513 WALL SECTIONS – ORCHESTRA PIT A514 WALL SECTIONS – REFLECTOS & CATWALK A515 LOBBY DETAILS A803 SECOND BALCONY, CATWALK, & PIT RCP A905 VERTICAL CIRCULATION A907 STAIR DETAILS
A4-D5 Sheet A104 Catwalk Floor Plan508 Wall Sections, Detail 6 Second Balcony Roof Detail 1: Add: Ladders at left and right sides of the Follow-Spot catwalk at elevation 44’-0” to catwalk at elevation 52’-0”
A4-D6 Sheet A508 Wall Sections, Detail 6 Second Balcony Roof Detail 1: Change 3rd note from the top, pointing at the wide-flange section on line B.2 to read: STEEL GIRDER TRUSS WITH MEDIUM DENSITY SFRM Change Bottom note on the right to read: STEEL GIRDER TRUSS BEYOND WITH MD-SFRM A4-D7 Sheet A700 Finish Schedule, Room 401 Follow Spot : Add: CPT-3 carpet Add: RES-1 base Add: GWB/P-4 walls
A4-D8 Sheet A803 Second Balcony, Catwalk, & Pit RCP: Clarification: Refer to sections 6&7/A508. Four (4) girder trusses are protected with Portland Cement Based Medium Density SFRM. The roof deck in this area is protected with Gypsum Based Cementitious SFRM before being concealed above the GWB ceiling assembly. The GWB ceiling assembly is for acoustical purposes, to
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maintain a sound-reflective ceiling surface.
A4-D9 Sheet A906 Vertical Circulation, Section 2 Fly Floor to Grid Iron Stair: Delete Note: “2x2 STEEL WIRE MESH IN METAL PANEL” Add Note: “1-1/2” STEEL PIPE GUARD RAIL WITH RAILS AT 21” AND 42” ABOVE WALKING SURFACE.” Clarification: Stair guardrail shall be similar to rails indicated on sections 5/A906 & 6/A906. Fabricate treads and platforms from welded or pressure-locked steel bar grating . Limit openings in gratings to no more than 1/2 inch in least dimension.
A4-D10 Structural Drawings: Replace sheets as follows: S100 STRUCTURAL NOTES S201 FOUNDATION PLAN S202 FOUNDATION PLAN S203 BASEPLATE PLAN S300 FIRST FLOOR BALCONY FRAMING PLAN S305 SECOND FLOOR BALCONY FRAMING PLAN S310 CATWALK FRAMING PLAN S501 ROOF FRAMING PLAN S502 ROOF FRAMING PLAN S605 BUILDING SECTIONS S703 FOUNDATION DETAILS S900 FRAMING DETAILS S906 FRAMING DETAILS S907 BASE PLATE DETAILS S908 REFLECTOR DETAILS
A4-D11 Drawing M001, HVAC LEGENDS, NOTES, SYMBOLS AND SCHEDULES Modify Louvered Ceiling Air Distribution Schedule, Slot Diffuser Air Distribution Schedule and Linear Bar Grille Schedule as follows: Devices shall be selected to be compatible for type of ceiling tile/grid system installed. Refer to Architectural plans to verify location and type of ceiling tile/grid specified.
A4-D12 Drawing M002, HVAC SCHEDULES Modify Electric Radiant Heating Panel Schedule as follows: Panel shall be selected to be compatible for type of ceiling tile/grid system installed. Refer to Architectural plans to verify location and type of ceiling tile/grid specified.
A4-D13 Drawing M002, HVAC SCHEDULES Modify Fan Schedule, Control as follows: EF-9, 10 and 11 shall be controlled by BACS.
A4-D14 Mechanical Drawings Replace the following sheets as follows: M003 HVAC SCHEDULES M103 HVAC PLAN – MAIN LEVEL M104 HVAC PLAN – FIRST BALCONY M112 HVAC PIPING PLAN – FIRST BALCONY
A4-D15 Plumbing Drawings Replace the following sheets as follows: P001 PLUMBING LEGENDS, NOTES, DETAILS AND SCHEDULES P002 PLUMBING DETAILS AND SCHEDULES P003 PLUMBING DETAILS P101 MAIN LEVEL FLOOR PLAN – PLUMBING – SUPPLY P102 FIRST BALCONY FLOOR PLAN – PLUMBING – SUPPLY P200 PARTIAL PLANS - PLUMBING P300 ENLARGED FLOOR PLANS - PLUMBING
A4-D16 Electrical Drawings Add an additional sheet as follows: E008 PANELBOARD SCHEDULES
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A4-D17 Electrical Drawings Replace as follows: E001 SITE PLAN – ELECTRICAL E002 POWER RISER DIAGRAM E004 PANELBOARD SCHEDULES E005 PANELBOARD SCHEDULES E006 PANELBOARD SCHEDULES E007 PANELBOARD SCHEDULES E100 LIGHTING DETAILS E101 MAIN LEVEL FLOOR PLAN – LIGHTING E102 FIRST BALCONY FLOOR PLAN – LIGHTING E103 SECOND BALCONY FLOOR PLAN – LIGHTING E121 PARTIAL FLOOR PLANS – ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING E124 PARTIAL FLOOR PLANS – ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING E201 MAIN LEVEL FLOOR PLAN – ELECTRICAL E202 FIRST BALCONY FLOOR PLAN – ELECTRICAL E204 CATWALK & ORCHESTRA PIT FLOOR PLANS – ELECTRICAL E205 MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT ROOMS E206 ENLARGED FLOOR PLANS – ELECTRICAL E211 MAIN LEVEL FLOOR PLAN – THEATRICAL SYSTEM CONNECTIONS E214 CATWALK, GRIDIRON & PIT – THEATRICAL SYSTEMS CONNECTIONS E300 IT DETAILS E401 FLOOR PLANS – FIRE ALARM
APPROVED EQUALS
The following manufacturers have been given prior approval for bidding, subject to plans and specifications. Manufacturer’s grades, weights, finishes or qualities shall equal or exceed those specified items.
Product Specification Section Manufacturer / Product Glazed Decorative Metal Railings 05 7313 HDI / Optik Boss Fluid Applied Membrane Air 07 2726 Momentive Performance Materials Barriers / GE Elemax 2600 PVC Roofing 07 5419 Carlisle Syn Tec / 80 Mil Sure-Flex PVC Resinous Matrix Terrazzo Flooring 09 6623 Concord Terrazzo Co. / Terrazzco Wheelchair Lift 14 2020 Garaventa / Genesis Vertical Lift Variable Frequency Drives 23 0514 General Electric Control Valves and Actuators 23 0900.01 JCI FRP Duct Below Grade 23 3113 Monoxivent Access Doors 23 3300 Nailor Insulated Outside Air Dampers 23 3313 Nailor Dry Type Transformers 26 2200 Eaton Safety/Disconnect Switches 26 2816 Eaton Lighting Fixtures 26 5100 See below:
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LIGHTING FIXTURES GENERAL: Add the following approved manufacturers/products to the indicated sections. Approved manufacturers/products must comply with the requirements of the specifications, including submittal requirements:
The following manufacturers are approved to bid provided that they meet the requirements of the plans and specifications: Lighting Fixtures: Type CX: LEDLinear, Acolyte (contractor to confirm fixture will conform to requirements of ceiling assembly) Type F1: Mark, Litecontrol Type F2: ASL Type F3: ASL Type J1: Juno Type J2: Acolyte Type LA/LB: Nulite (contractor to confirm fixture will conform to requirements of ceiling assembly) Type LC: Prudential Type M1/M2/WM1/2: Prescolite Type M3: Liton Type MS: Gotham, Spectrum Type M5: Hemera Type M6: Prescolite Type N: Prudential Type P1: SPI,OCL Type QB/Q2: Lithonia, Deco Type S1: Winona Type T: Juno, Contech Type TA: Juno, Contech Type W5: SPI Type EX: Lithona,LiteAlarms Controls: Acuity, ILC
ENCLOSURES
December 5 CCPAC Bid Questions Response by CGD BID FORM (REVISED) Specification sections as noted above (CCPAC Addendum 4 File 1 of 2 Specifications) Drawings as noted above (CCPAC Addendum 4 File 2 of 2 Drawings)
END OF ADDENDUM NO. 4
CRAIG GAULDEN DAVIS, INC.
David L. Dixon, AIA [email protected]
Enclosures as Noted
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DECEMBER 5, 2017 COLUMBIA COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER BID QUESTIONS RESONSE BY CRAIG GAULDEN DAVIS
December 7, 2017
Architectural CCPAC Bid Questions
1) Please confirm if the 4’ high CTW-1 Tile wainscot is to be provided at all public restrooms and Family restrooms ONLY at walls behind sink/counter wet walls OR if ALSO at all walls receiving toilets and urinals. Answer: CWT-1 is to be installed from 4’ 0” high A.F.F. on all wet walls with sinks, toilets, and urinals. For locations see A701 and A702 Finish Plans.
2) Please confirm if the 4’ high CTW-1 Tile wainscot at all public restrooms and Family restrooms WILL ALSO RECEIVE HORIZONTAL BULLNOSE AND PP-1 COVED BASE. If Bullnose at top is required, PLEASE PROVIDE SPECIFICATIONS. Answer: Walls with CWT-1 shall not receive PP-1 base. CWT-1 shall be installed from PP-1 floor to 4’ 0” A.F.F. Cap CWT-1 with bullnose (Daltile, Style: Rittenhouse Square, Color: Architect’s Grey, Size: 3” x 6” Bullnose, Epoxy Grout: Custom #386 Oyster Gray).
3) General Item 6: Specifications Section 096513 – Resilient Base and Accessories RES-1 (on Page #563) Does NOT require Pre-Formed Inside and Outside Corners, however, both RES-2 and RES-3 (on page #564) DO call for Pre-Formed Inside and Outside Corners. PLEASE CONFIRM if this is correct, or if all base types RES-1, RES-2 & RES-3 can instead be Job-Formed. Answer: RES-1 & RES-2 are to be pre-formed. RES-3 shall be job-formed.
4) Sht. A703; Item “2”; At Catwalk: Is Carpet Edge Trim required or is a Resilient Base (TYPE??) required at all exposed stair rises and runs ends-sides. If so, please specify which type, material & manufacturer in Finish Schedule or as an Addendum Note. Answer: RES-3 shall be installed where CPT-2 meets gypsum walls.
5) Sht. A703; Item “3”; At Catwalk Level, where steps are to receive CPT-2 with exposed sides at rises and runs, please specify Edge Trim, Transitions, etc. to be used (Material, MFR., etc.) Answer: RES-3 shall be installed where CPT-2 meets gypsum walls.
6) Sht. A113; Item “5”; At Auditorium Main Level, all Balcony & Catwalk Level LANDINGS where steps are to receive CPT-2, Please specify Edge Trim, Transition, etc. to be used (Material, MFR., etc.). Answer: RES-3 shall be installed where CPT-2 meets gypsum walls.
7) Sht. A113; Item “3”; At Auditorium Main Level, all Balcony & Catwalk levels where steps are to receive CPT-2 with exposed sides at rises and runs, please specify Edge Trim, Transitions, etc. to be used (Material, MFR., etc.) Answer: RES-3 shall be installed where CPT-2 meets gypsum walls.
8) Sht. A113; Item “4”; At Auditorium Main Level, all Balcony & Catwalk levels where steps are to receive CPT-2 at rises and runs WHICH TERMINATE AT WALLS AND / OR STRINGERS) please specify if a Resilient Base (Type) is to be used, OR is an Edge Trim, Transition, etc. to be used (Material, MFR., etc.). Answer: RES-3 shall be installed where CPT-2 meets gypsum walls. See Detail 1/A907 Stair Detail/Typical Section where CPT-2 meets metal stringer. 12/5/17 CCAPC BID QUESTIONS RESPONSE BY CGD 12/7/17 PAGE 2 OF 5
9) Sht. A717; Item “G”; At all Restroom walls receiving “CWT-1” Tile (per Finish Plan Legend on Sht. A700), Is a Daltile 3”x6” Bullnose tile to be provided at top horizontal run? Please Confirm. Answer: YES; Bullnose to be: Daltile, Style: Rittenhouse Square, Color: Architect’s Grey, Size: 3” x 6” Bullnose, Epoxy Grout: Custom #386 Oyster Gray.
10) Sht. A700; Item “D”; Interior Finish Note #19 calls for CPT-2 in all Elevator Cabs. Please provide what type of base is to be provided – if any. Answer: No base in elevator cabs.
11) Sht. A700; Item “B”; “CPT-2” on Finish Schedule calls for “Size: 6”, however, the Specifications Section 096816 (page #588) – Sheet Carpeting calls for “Roll Width: 12 feet”. Please provide correct roll width. (Submitted: Dec 5, 2017 9:04:33 AM EST) Answer: CPT-2 is a 6’ 0” roll width per A700.
12) Sht. A700; Item “A”; Please confirm Where Detail 2/A700 occurs. Answer: See Sheet A700 Finish Schedule, Legend, and Notes as well as all Finish Plans. Review wall sections for details at various locations.
Structural CCPAC Bid Questions
1) 3/S502 Stage Roof Framing, What size is member shown on line 10.8 and the one labeled as a head block beam? Answer: Head Block Beams are W30X90. Labels for the individual beams and a section through the Headblock beams added in Addendum #4.
2) Detail 4 on S906 does not match the framing plan. It shows roof deck on the W18 beam along gridline A.5 According to S501, there is a W12 beam above the W18 carrying the joist and deck. Please confirm which is correct. Answer: Detail 4/S906 shows the connection of the 12K1 joist to the W18 and W12 beams on the low front roof. The W12 above are carrying the 20K3 that span from Column line B.2 to A.5 on the high roof. Detail 4/S906 REVISED in Addendum #4.
3) Can the plate girders be spliced? Answer: Yes.
4) Can the columns be spliced? Answer: Yes.
5) There are several unsized beams and several beams that are not shown on the plans. Also, there are hardly no section detail cuts around the framing plan perimeters. We'd like to request revised structural drawings to provide this information? Answer: Addendum #4 addresses unlabeled beams where discovered. See Architectural and Structural Plans, Sections and Details for framing.
6) Please provide a deck call out on framing plans. Deck types, gauges, and finishes required. Answer: All areas of concrete floor support by steel deck shall have a 1.0C22 galvanized steel deck. On Auditorium roof from column lines H to B.2, 4.6 to 11.8 and column lines B.2 to A.5, 5 to 11 shall be 3N22 galvanized steel deck. All other roof deck shall be 1.5B22 galvanized steel deck.
7) The truss on S605… The web members are shown as L4x4x3/8x3/4…. Which one 4x4x3/8 or 4x4x3/4? 12/5/17 CCAPC BID QUESTIONS RESPONSE BY CGD 12/7/17 PAGE 3 OF 5
Answer: Web members are double L4x4x3/8 spaced 3/4” apart, back to back.
8) Sheet S907 has the base plates details, but we do not have the thicknesses nor the anchor bolt sizes. Answer: Plate thickness, bolt diameter and embedment depth in Addendum #4.
Electrical CCPAC Bid Questions
1) Riser Diagram - Panel 3EML1 is fed from Panel EMLDP, Panel EMLDP schedule does not have a breaker, conduit or conductors in it for Panel 3EML1. Panel ZZ4 is shown on the riser diagram but cannot locate it on the floor plans anywhere, riser has "?" for room location. Answer: Panel 3EML1 is noted on the plans to be fed via feed-thru lugs from panel EMLDP, see panelboard schedules. The feeders between upstream and downstream panels connected via feed thru lugs match the feeder to the upstream panelboard. Panel ZZ4 is shown on sheet E214 and is located on House Catwalk 400.
2) Sheet E206 - Devices did not print on several details Answer: See sheet replaced in addendum #4.
3) Sheet E205 - Shown as N.T.S, need scale to take off material. Answer: See sheet replaced in addendum #4.
4) Sheet E205 - Panel 1RL1C is shown on floor plan but no panel schedule nor on the riser Answer: See sheet E008 added in addendum #4.
Theatrical CCPAC Bid Questions
1) Pitfiller: a) In specification section 116123, please confirm that the pitfiller needs to meet 2.A.1 and that the stage flooring contractor is responsible for 3.3.C for the finished floor on the pitfiller Answer: Yes. It is the intent that the stage flooring contractor shall be responsible for painted finish on the pit filler system.
b) On drawing QTR201 – addendum 1; 11/17/2017 – view A1 – who is responsible for the “Temp Floor” in the pit? Answer: The General Contractor is responsible for division of work scope.
c) On drawing QTR201 – addendum 1; 11/17/2017 – view A1 – it appears that the pitfiller is only at stage elevation. Is that correct? Answer: The pit filler system shall be designed to install at stage and audience orchestra level.
d) In specification section 116123, 1.2.D.2 – to what level of the pit are the portable steps to provide access? Nothing is shown on drawing QTR201 – addendum 1; 11/17/2017 – view A1 to indicate this Answer: Delete requirement in 116123 1.2.D.2 for portable steps.
e) The same question as in #4 previous applies to section 116123, 1.2.D.5 concerning a ramped access to the pit. Answer: Delete requirement in 116123 1.2.D.5 for a ramp. f) In specification section 116123, 1.2.D.4, there are fascia panels indicated. On drawing QTR201 – addendum 1; 11/17/2017 – view A1, the pitfiller is at the level of the audience wall. Are the fascia 12/5/17 CCAPC BID QUESTIONS RESPONSE BY CGD 12/7/17 PAGE 4 OF 5
panels to fill the 2 gaps in the audience wall as indicated on drawing A101, addendum 1, 11/17/2017? Answer: Delete requirement in 116123 1.2.D.4 for fascia panels.
2) Seating Wagons: What are the specifications for: a) Maximum member deflection Answer: Member deflection criteria shall meet all applicable codes for the application. The contractor is responsible for engineering to meet the specified criteria
b) Is the safety factor for static loads for the wagon = 8? Answer: Safety factors shall meet generally accepted engineering standards and all applicable building codes for the use.
c) Uniform floor loading Answer: Loading criteria for floor loading shall meet all applicable codes for the application. The contractor is responsible for engineering to meet the specified criteria
3) Rigging: Page 1 of Spec Section 116144 -1.1 E “Related Section” Notes Spec Section 116155 Acoustic Control Powered Rigging. Alternate (spec Section 01230 Alternate # 5 ) says to provide and install motorized controls for Acoustic Curtains. I have not been able to find this spec. Answer: Replace Section 116144 – Performance Drapery Tracks in its entirety in addendum #4.
4) Please see our RFI questions below for section 126100 Fixed Audience Seating for the Columbia County PAC project. a) 1.4, B, 5. States donor plates but there is no other reference mentioned for donor plates in the signage section. Please confirm if they are required and if so, the size and location on the chair. Answer: Donor plates on Fixed Audience Seating are not required.
b) 1.5, B, 2. States Georgia Technical Bulletin 117. Please confirm if this is an error or if this is equivalent to the CAL 117-2013 bulletin. Answer: Please use California Tech. Bulletin 117.
c) 2.2, M. Requests metal color from standard range, our only standard metal color is black. Please confirm if this is acceptable or if a custom color is required. Answer: Manufacturer’s standard range of color is acceptable.
d) 2.2, 2. a. is requesting a 9/16’’ under seat bottom. The back is requesting a 3/4’’, we recommend a 3/4’’ under seat bottom to match the back and for the number on the seat edge to be legible. Answer: The specification states MINIMUM of 9/16" for the seat bottom and MINIMUM of 5/8” for the back, thus 3/4" thickness is acceptable for both.
e) Please confirm if there is an alternate for the seat bottom as we were informed prior and do not see it in the alternates section. Answer: There is no alternate for the seat bottom.
f) Please confirm if removable chairs are required for all wheelchairs locations. Answer: Removable fixed seats are required at all removable fixed seat locations shown on the TS-series seating plans.
5) In section 116161.99, can you confirm the discrepancy on number of company switches? The equipment list calls out 6, the drawings call out 3 on the box schedule, and 4 on the equipment layout drawings. Please advise. 12/5/17 CCAPC BID QUESTIONS RESPONSE BY CGD 12/7/17 PAGE 5 OF 5
Answer: Company Switch in 166 Storage is rough in for a future device. (3) Normal Ground Company Switches are Stage Right on stage 142 (E211) (3) IG Company Switches Zy-6 (E211 in security 183), ZY-7 (E214 DS Catwalk), and ZW-4 (E211 in sound 143)
AV CCPAC Bid Questions
1) For the audio systems for the Performing Arts Center, would VUE Audiotechnik be an acceptable substitution for the D&B products specified in “Appendix B- Major equipment list” for Division 27? We would be looking at the AL8 and AL8SB for the line arrays, and the h-class speakers with external VUE-drive amplifiers for the balance of the speakers. Answer: VUE Audiotechnik is not acceptable as substitution for the specified loudspeakers.
END OF QUESTIONS
BID FORM (REVISED)
PROJECT NAME: COLUMBIA COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER BID NUMBER: 2017030 – BID3000
Mr. Glenn O’Steen, Procurement Manager Columbia County Board Of Commissioners Procurement Department 500 Faircloth Drive, Building E Evans, Georgia 30809 Phone: (706) 868-3305 Fax: (706) 868-3343 [email protected] DATE
Bidding Firm’s Name:
Ladies and Gentlemen:
Having carefully examined the specifications entitled, “COLUMBIA COUNTY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER”, drawings, and title sheet similarly entitled and numbered; all dated October 26, 2017, and Addendum No.(s) as well as the premises and all conditions affecting the work, the undersigned proposes to furnish all services, labor, materials, equipment, taxes, fees, etc., called for by them for the entire work in accordance with said documents for the sum of:
DOLLARS ($______) which sum is hereafter called the “BASE BID.”
Alternates: The undersigned further agrees that should any of the following alternates be accepted and be incorporated in the contract, the Base Bid will be altered in each case as follows:
Alternate #1 – ADD DEDUCT $ ______Provide a price to furnish and install delete from the scope of work the roadway and parking areas between the primary construction site and Belair Road (as indicated on Civil Engineering Drawings) to include earthwork, grading, utilities, curb & gutter, asphalt paving and striping.
Alternate #2 – NOT APPLICABLE (per Addendum #2, Item A2-G3) DEDUCT $ Provide a price to delete all construction work associated with the Museum & Administrative wing (as indicated on the Architectural Floor Plans and Elevations) to include earthwork, utilities, foundation, floor construction, structural steel, metal framing, windows, exterior & interior walls and finishes, ceilings, roofing, and all MEP systems. In addition to this deletion, the alternate shall include the addition of two specific items: a) furnish and install exterior wall treatment to provide a complete building envelope (as indicated on the Architectural Floor Plans and Elevations) to include exterior wall construction and finishes, windows and roof drainage at areas where construction is deleted, and b) furnish and install interior materials to upfit the Multipurpose Room (as indicated on the Architectural Floor Plans and Details) to include flooring, interior walls and finishes, ceilings, lighting, and all MEP systems.
Alternate #3 – ADD $ Provide a price to furnish and install 1 additional layer of roof sheathing above the roof deck & below the roof insulation (as indicated on the Architectural Roof Plans and Details).
Alternate #4 – ADD $ Provide a price to furnish motorized hoists for the orchestra shell (as indicated on the Theatre Drawings and Specifications). Base bid shall include all infrastructure noted on the drawings to allow for future installation and operation.
Bid Form BF-1 Columbia County, Georgia
Alternate #5 – ADD $ Provide a price to furnish and install motorized controls for acoustic curtains (as indicated on the Theatre Drawings and Specifications). Base bid shall include all infrastructure noted on the drawings to allow for future installation and operation.
Alternate #6 – ADD $ Provide a price to furnish and install the hyrdraulic pit lift and seat wagons (as indicated on the Theatre Drawings and Specifications). Base bid shall include all infrastructure noted on the drawings to allow for future installation and operation.
Alternate #7 – ADD $ Provide a price to furnish and install all landscaping plant material and irrigation systems (as indicated on Landscape Architecture Drawings). Base bid shall include sleeves under sidewalks as noted to allow for installation under a separate contract.
Allowances: The following allowances shall be included in the Base Bid:
General Allowance – Include an allowance in the amount of $280,000.00 for miscellaneous and general contingency items not addressed in the bid documents.
Interior Signage Allowance – Include an allowance in the amount of $40,000.00 to furnish and install interior signage.
Unit Prices: The following Unit Price amounts shall be used, upon prior approval in writing by the Owner, for compensation in the event unsatisfactory soil and/or rock is encountered that necessitates removal and replacement with engineered fill material:
Unit Price No. 1 – Unclassified Excavation (Removal of unsatisfactory soil and replacement with engineered fill material): $ / cubic yard .
Unit Price No. 2 – Brick Pavers (Installed Complete): $ / square yard.
Unit Price No. 3 – Temporary silt fence Type C: $ / linear foot
Unit Price No. 4 – Sod Grass: $ / square foot
Unit Price No. 5 – Bollards: $ / each
Unit Price No. 6 – Concrete Sidewalk (6” thick, broom finish): $ / square yard.
Unit Price No. 7 – Helical Piers (Additional Pier Depth beyond 30 feet (if required)): $ / linear foot. (Added per Addendum #3, Item A3-S1)
If the contractor removes and/or replaces any unsatisfactory soil and/or rock prior to receiving approval in writing from Owner, they will have done so at their own risk with the understanding compensation for said work will be at the Owner’s sole discretion.
Bid Holding Time: The undersigned hereby agrees that this bid may not be revoked or withdrawn after the time set for the opening of bids but shall remain open for acceptance for a period of ninety (90) days following such time.
Contract Acceptance: In case the undersigned be notified in writing by mail, or by delivery of the acceptance of this bid within ninety (90) days after the time set for the opening of bids, he agrees to execute and deliver to Owner within ten (10) days from the date of the Notice, a contract as modified by the supplement thereto prepared by Owner for the Work for the above stated amount and at the same time to furnish and deliver to the Owner a Bid Form BF-2 Columbia County, Georgia
Performance Bond and a Labor and Material Payment Bond in the form which is acceptable to Owner, each in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the contract sum.
Completion Time: The undersigned agrees to commence actual physical work on the site with an adequate force and equipment within ten (10) days from the date of the Notice to Proceed. He also agrees to provide substantial completion of the Project not later than 700 days from the date of Notice to Proceed. It is important to the Owner that he be able to occupy the new facility as soon as possible. The project must be complete and ready for occupancy 30 days following the substantial completion deadline.
Bid Security: Enclosed is a Bid Bond in the amount of
Dollars ($ ) being not less than 5% percent of the Base Bid, payable to the Owner. The undersigned agrees that, if he fails to execute the contract to Owner within the ten (10) day period from the date of the Notice, or if he fails to deliver to Owner both a Performance and a Payment Bond acceptable to Owner, the obligation of the Bid Bond will remain in full force and effect and the moneys payable thereon shall be paid into the funds of the Owner as liquidated damages for such failure.
Subcontractors: The undersigned lists below the Subcontractors we propose to use on the Project. No other subcontractor for these trades shall be used without the express written consent of the Owner. Copies of the sub-contractors licenses will be submitted within 24 hours of acceptance of bid.
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Waivers: The undersigned acknowledges that the Owner has the right to waive any technicalities and formalities related to the bidding and also has the right to reject any and all Bids.
Respectfully submitted,
Bidder's Firm Name:
Address:
By:
(Signed)
(Title) Bid Form BF-3 Columbia County, Georgia
Columbia County Performing Arts Center Division 11 Evans, Georgia 30809 CGD Project No. 15023
SECTION 116144 - PERFORMANCE DRAPERY TRACKS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General, Special Supplementary General Conditions, Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 Specifications, apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Performance drapery tracks and hangers include equipment assemblies, systems and components required for locating draperies in horizontal planes. B. Section Includes:
1. Provision of materials, components, modifications, assemblies, equipment and services as specified herein. These include:
a. Verification of site dimensions and conditions. b. Submittals as required by the Contract Documents. c. Engineering of equipment and systems as required by the Contract Documents. d. Manufacture of equipment and systems as required by the Contract Documents. e. Scheduling, sequencing and coordination with other trades. f. Site supervision of equipment and systems installation specified herein and elsewhere in the Contract Documents. g. Testing and demonstration of equipment and systems as specified herein and elsewhere in the Contract Documents. h. Installation of Performance Drapery furnished under 116143.
C. Provide systems including:
1. Performance Drape Track Systems. 2. Performance Drape and Track Support Pipes 3. Controls for Performance Drapery
D. Furnish Performance Drapery Track Systems to be installed under 116133. E. Related Sections:
1. Section 116100: Performance Machinery General Requirements 2. Section 116143: Performance Draperies. 3. Section 116133: Performance Manual Rigging
1.3 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. Performance Requirements: The following establishes minimum safety requirements for the system. Where Federal, State and Local Legislation address these topics, the
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more stringent requirements take precedence. Factors listed below in no way relieve this Contractor from the sole responsibility of providing safe systems.
1. Minimum factor of safety for lifted loads: 10 or a 75% impact factor, whichever is greater.
a. Increase the factor of safety for ropes where normal operating loads include cyclic dynamic loads, as determined by the Contractor's engineer, to suit the system operational requirements for required service life.
2. Minimum factor of safety for static loads: 8
a. The factor of safety may be lowered, at the discretion and responsibility of the Contractor's engineer, if the static design loads are higher than the maximum lifted load.
3. Cable bending ratio: Cable diameter x 30 4. Maximum Fleet Angle Typ.: 2.25 Degrees. 5. Bearings: Two times the required load at full speed for 2000 hours. 6. Minimum Service Factor: 1.0 7. Maximum Allowable Deflection: 1/360th of span.
B. Provide assemblies, cable components, connections, equipment, hardware and linkages employed in supporting, in whole or in part, overhead loads that are rated and designed for that application. Base loading for each component on the maximum percentage of the capacity of the set in which the component is employed. C. Provide mule blocks, rollers and guides as required to provide proper alignment and maintain allowable fleet angles. D. Provide systems designed to reflect safeguards and precautions related not only to normal use of the equipment under ideal operating and loading conditions but, additionally, to anticipate equipment misuse, human error, and misjudgment. Design and intent parameters set forth herein in no way relieve this Contractor from responsibility or liability arising from the Work. E. Refer to 116100 for additional requirements.
1.4 WARRANTY
A. Special Warranty:
1. Warrant systems and equipment to be free of defective components, faulty workmanship and improper adjustment for a period of two (2) years from the date of Owner's acceptance. Paint and exterior finishes are excluded relative to failure due to unusual exposure. Replace items showing evidence of defective materials or workmanship (including installation workmanship) within thirty (30) days after notification. Make replacements without cost to the Owner. Rectify conditions that might present a hazard to human life, well-being and or property within 48 hours of notification. 2. Designate warranties on manufactured equipment to the Owner on the date of Final Acceptance.
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1.5 MAINTENANCE
A. Maintenance Service:
1. Provide maintenance service for a period of one year after Final Acceptance of the installation. This service consists of at least two half-yearly visits to the site for checking and adjusting of equipment. Perform the first visit six months after the system has been accepted. Arrange visit to be at a time mutually agreeable to the Owner and Contractor.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. The components (make and model) form the basis of design of the system.
1. Where other manufacturers are known to be capable of providing equipment that meets the functional requirements of specified products they are listed.
B. Cable and chain connection hardware:
1. Chicago Hardware and Fixture Company, Chicago, IL. 2. Columbus McKinnon Corporation, Chain Division, Amherst, NY. 3. Cooper Industries, Campbell Chain Division, Inc., NC. 4. The Crosby Group, Inc., Tulsa, OK.
C. Traveler tracks and operating devices:
1. H&H Specialties Inc. South El Monte, CA. 2. Automatic Devices Co. (ADC), Allentown, PA. 3. Gerriets International, Ewing, NJ
4. Tiffin Scenic Studios, Tiffin, OH.
D. Drapery Motors
1. H&H Specialties Inc. South El Monte, CA. 2. Automatic Devices Co. (ADC), Allentown, PA. 3. Gerriets International, Ewing, NJ
E. Compression sleeves:
1. Loos & Co. Inc., Naples, FL. 2. National Telephone Supply Company, Cleveland, OH.
F. Wire Rope: Refer to current QPL-83420 for qualification for certified manufacturers.
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2.2 MATERIALS
A. Fasteners: Fasteners shall be rated for the anticipated loads. Provide fasteners with approved markings indicating their rating. Provide fastener system's components of equal ratings. B. Curtain and Track Support Pipe: 1-1/2" nominal Schedule 40 Seamless Black Steel Pipe (ANSI B36.10-1970).
2.3 MANUFACTURED UNITS
A. Track Systems:
1. General:
a. Tracks:
1. Provide each track assembly from as few pieces as possible, free of burrs, dents and irregularities. Do not exceed manufacturer’s specifications for the maximum spacing of hanger supports. 2. Where bi-part tracks are used, overlap tracks 18”.
b. Curtain Carriers:
1. Provide one master carrier for each section of track. Provide each carrier with four neoprene wheels fitted with ball bearings and paired so that two wheels ride in the track on either side of the carrier slot. 2. For pull line or motor operated tracks provide each carrier with two clamps for attachment of appropriately sized operating cord. 3. Provide carriers with single plated swivels with 6" trim chains. Provide one single carrier for each 1'-0" of track length. 4. For channel shaped tracks, provide tracks with end stacking (rear fold, back pack) devices to prevent on-stage "bunching" and provide drapery stacking only at offstage track ends.
2. Channel Style Track – Heavy Duty
a. Tracks:
1. Provide the tracks from heavy duty channel type track constructed of 14 gauge steel formed to provide parallel double tracks for carrier wheels. Except for the bottom carrier slot, the track shall be totally enclosed. 2. Acceptable: H&H 401SB Series Heavy-Duty Track CWANA including 405B Overlap Clamp, 406B Clamp Hanger, 407B Splice Clamp, H&H Specialties.
b. Curtain Carriers:
1. Provide carriers with urethane ball bearing wheels and a means to bypass the operating line and prevent operating line sag.
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2. Acceptable: H&H No. 418 Urethane Ball Bearing Single Carrier, No. 419 Master Carrier, No. 412A Back-Pack Guide and Rubber Spacers, H&H Specialties
c. End Pulley Blocks:
1. Provide heavy-duty type end pulley blocks with 8" diameter sheaves turned and grooved to fit the 1/2" operating cord and fitted with sealed ball bearings. Provide blocks to retain the operating cord in sheave grooves. Provide double vertical sheaves on the live end of tracks and a single horizontal sheave on the dead end. 2. Secure housings to the track. 3. Acceptable: No. 423 Live End Pulley and No. 424 Dead End Pulley, H&H Specialties.
d. Floor Pulley Block:
1. Provide a floor pulley block with an 8" diameter sheave. Slot the side plates of the floor block to permit vertical adjustment of the sheave to remove up to 12" of slack in the operating line. Provide block with a locking handle to permit sheave adjustment without wrenches or other tools. Incorporate a quick release mechanism with a positive action spring plunger locking device to prevent unintentional release. 2. Provide a weighted sand bag attached to the bottom of the floor block. 3. Acceptable: No. 422 Adjustable Floor Block, H&H Specialties. 4. Arrange floor attachment such that floor inserts are flush and when the floor block is removed there are no protrusions or recesses of more than 1/4"left in the floor.
5. Acceptable: No. 408 Adjustable Floor Block, H&H Specialties. 6. Arrange floor attachment such that floor inserts are flush and when the floor block is removed there are no protrusions or recesses of more than 1/4"left in the floor.
e. End Stops:
1. Provide end stops at the overlapping track ends to positively stop master carrier movement when the curtain is closed. 2. Secure stops to the tracks, and provide with rubber bumpers to reduce "stop noise".
f. Additional Track Equipment:
1. Provide ½” black operating line at length required for operation. 2. For walk-along drapes, provide a ½” black line connected to the master carrier at each end of the drapery, and hanging to 4’-0” AFF. 3. Provide hardware not specified above but required to provide a properly operating system in accordance with the intent of the Contact Documents.
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3. Channel Style Track - for Walk Along Acoustical Drapes:
a. Tracks:
1. Provide the tracks from medium duty channel type track constructed of 16 gauge steel formed to provide parallel double tracks for carrier wheels. Except for the bottom carrier slot, the track shall be totally enclosed. 2. Provide tracks that are black in color. 3. Acceptable: H&H Type 116S Series Standard Duty Track CWANA including, 127 Ceiling Splice Clamp, H&H Specialties.
b. Curtain Carriers:
1. Acceptable: H&H No. 116 Nylon Ball Bearing Single Carrier, No. 117 Master Carrier, No. and No. 130 Rubber Spacer, H&H Specialties
c. End Stops:
1. Provide end stops at the overlapping track ends to positively stop master carrier movement when the curtain is closed. Secure stops to the tracks, and provide with rubber bumpers to reduce "stop noise".
d. Additional Track Equipment:
1. Provide hardware not specified above but required to provide a properly operating system in accordance with the intent of the Contact Documents.
4. I-Style Track – I-Beam Assembly for Adjustable Acoustical Drapery
a. Tracks:
1. Provide the tracks from heavy duty type track constructed of extruded aluminum I-channel construction consisting of a center rib and top, intermediate and bottom flanges. Track should be bent to match the locations shown in the drawings. 2. Provide each track assembly from as few pieces as possible, free of burrs, dents and irregularities. Do not exceed 5'-0" on center for the maximum spacing of hanger supports. 3. Provide wall and ceiling mounted clamps and hardware for drapery track as required. Coordinate blocking requirements with General Contractor prior to construction. 4. Provide hardware not specified above but required to provide a properly operating system in accordance with the intent of the Contact Documents. 5. Provide tracks that are black in color.
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6. See drawings, curtain requirements in 116143, and verify site dimensions for track length requirements. 7. Provide all mounting hardware required to mount tracks as indicated in the drawings. 8. Tracks Acceptable: H&H Type 501B Heavy Duty Curved Track, CWANA including Ceiling Hanging Clamp, Splice Clamp, End Stop, 2828, H&H Specialties.
b. Curtain Carriers:
1. Provide each master carrier with four urethane wheels fitted with ball bearings and paired so that two wheels ride in the track on either side of the center rib. Provide each carrier with two plated swivels with a 6" trim chain for curtain attachment. 2. Provide single carriers with two urethane ball bearing wheels. Provide carriers with single plated swivels with 6" trim chains. Provide one single carrier for each 1'-0" of track length. 3. Curtain Carriers Acceptable: H&H No. 501B Urethane Ball Bearing Single Carrier, No. 502B Master Carrier, H&H Specialties.
c. End Pulley Blocks:
1. Provide heavy-duty type end pulley blocks with 6" diameter sheaves turned and grooved to fit the operating cord and fitted with sealed ball bearings. Provide blocks to retain the operating cord in sheave grooves. Provide double vertical sheaves on the live end of tracks and a single horizontal sheave on the dead end. 2. Secure housings to the track. 3. Acceptable: No. 503B Live End Pulley and No. 504B Dead End Pulley, H&H Specialties.
d. Floor Pulley Block (Manual Operation tracks):
1. Provide a floor pulley block with a 6" diameter sheave. Slot the side plates of the floor block to permit vertical adjustment of the sheave to remove up to 7" of slack in the operating line. Provide block with a locking handle to permit sheave adjustment without wrenches or other tools. Incorporate a quick release mechanism with a positive action spring plunger locking device to prevent unintentional release. 2. Arrange floor attachment such that floor inserts are flush and when the floor block is removed there are no protrusions or recesses of more than 1/4"left in the floor. 3. Acceptable: No. 508 Adjustable Floor Pulley, H&H Specialties.
e. End Stops:
1. Provide end stops at the overlapping track ends to positively stop master carrier movement when the curtain is closed.
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2. Secure stops to the tracks, and provide with rubber bumpers to reduce "stop noise".
f. Additional Track Equipment:
1. For manually operated tracks, provide 3/8” black operating line at length required for operation. 2. For walk-along drapes, provide a ½” black line connected to the master carrier at each end of the drapery, and hanging to 4’-0” AFF. 3. For motor operated tracks, provide cable, sized as required. 4. Provide hardware not specified above but required to provide a properly operating system in accordance with the intent of the Contact Documents.
B. Curtain and Track Support Pipes:
1. Provide typical pipe battens of seamless black wrought steel pipe as specified herein. Provide splices from sleeved tubing arranged so the spliced batten equals or exceeds the strength of the continuous batten material. Secure splices using removable, appropriately rated threaded fasteners in a fashion that no part of the fastener extends beyond the batten surface by more than ½”. Arrange splices to ensure batten deflection in any span does not exceed the deflection of a continuous batten of equal span under the loading criteria specified herein. 2. Provide pipe length depicted for each drapery on the Drawings. Provide pipes that run the full width of the stage regardless of drapery width, unless otherwise indicated on the drawings. Incorporate full pipe sections for each batten with only one partial section located on center line. Drill both ends of the battens for batten splices and extensions.
C. Curtain Pipe Hanging Devices:
1. Provide connections to pipe grid by removable steel clamps which encircle the complete circumference of the batten, and attach firmly to the grid. Employ appropriately rated fasteners with locking devices for connections. 2. Configure the devices to each resist the complete loads of both adjacent spans with the additional imposed impact factors. Configure the devices to resist rotation of the batten with a load of 30 pounds per linear foot of the longest adjacent span applied at 12 inches horizontally from the section’s centroid. 3. Configure devices so that the bottom and sides do not exceed the diameter of the batten by more than one batten diameter. Configure devices so that no sharp edges or corners greater than 45 degrees are presented. 4. Mark clamps pursuant to OSHA 29 CFR 1926.251(a)(4). 5. Hanging devices employing chain are subject to approval by the Architect and at a minimum are required to employ chain and connection devices specifically designed for overhead lifting as defined to OSHA (29 CFR 1926.251).
6. Curtain Machine Winch and Control:
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a. Provide fixed speed gear-motor and drive wheel or drum assembly mounted at the locations indicated on the drawings. b. Provide winch motor assembly of the capacity required to draw draperies at each location. c. Provide a winch motor assembly either as direct drive or traction drive assemblies. Winch configuration and drive mechanism shall be determined by the contractor’s Professional Engineer based on the application. Regardless of the drive assembly, the drapery tracks shall operate consistently without slipping or loss of positioning. d. Winch shall operate curtain at a minimum of 35 feet per minute. e. Winch shall draw the curtain by means of an engineered pull line. Size rope based on the anticipated tension in the system, and per the requirements in the contract documents. f. Local Controls
1. Provide three-button control station locally at each winch for maintenance purposes. Buttons shall be labeled “Deploy”, “Store”, and “Stop”. Buttons shall be of the momentary contact type. 2. Primary control shall be centralized as part of the performance machinery. Coordinate control and interface requirements with 116100 contractor. See 116100 for additional control requirements.
g. Local Controllers:
1. Primary operation and selection will be via a touch screen with mechanical momentary switches for motion activation.
a. Provide video display surfaces to be resistant to the following chemicals found in most cleaning agents: Acetone, Toluene, Methyl ethyl ketone, Isopropyl Alcohol, Methyl Alcohol, Ethyl Alcohol and Ammonia. b. Provide screens immune to an approved sealant that shall be used to protect against splashed liquids, dirt and dust. c. Provide touch screens with a position accuracy of no more than ±1% for optimal operator control. d. Provide touch screens with and activation force not exceed 3oz. with a minimum expected touch life of 50 million touches. e. Provide the control process with a minimum of three (3) levels of password protection: Factory, Administrator and User. Administrator and User are to be used by Owner, and Factory level to be reserved for factory-trained personnel during commissioning and service only. Administrator and Factory level access shall have the ability to add and delete users.
2. Presets
a. The controller will allow for a minimum of 10 preset conditions, placing each wall of draperies at any combination of deployed or stored states.
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b. Presets are created by locating the acoustical devices to a position, and “snapshotting” those positions. c. The controller shall ask for verification prior to changing a preset.
3. Operation – Acoustical Devices
a. The controller shall allow for operation of either one or multiple acoustical devices. b. The operator shall choose the devices to move, and select either a preset position, deployed or manual mode. c. If choosing a preset position, pressing the physical switch shall begin motion to that position until it reaches that position. d. Manual operation shall be press to run.
4. Secondary control at the Motor Control Panel shall provide for the following functions and associated displays.
a. A single multi-position momentary contact switch, or multiple switches proximate to each other, providing individual manual control of each machine.
h. Limit Switches:
1. Provide both standard and overtravel limit switches for the normal open and closed positions. 2. Overtravel limit shall not operate until winch is at least 1" beyond normal limit. 3. Provide switches and strikers to resist mechanical damage and abuse and to only be adjusted by use of tools. 4. Provide overtravel limit switches of the slow action normally closed types.
i. Provide rollers and guides as required to provide proper alignment and maintain fleet angles less than 1.5 degrees, or as allowed by sheave manufacturers. j. Provide guides, bracing and accessories as required to maintain proper alignment and movement. Provide additional structure as required to affix winch and associated components to building. k. Provide necessary electrical devices terminations, conduits, cables, boxes, mountings and associated equipment as required. l. Provide the motor cabinet with an integral disconnect and motor overcurrent protection. m. Wiring and electrical service shall be performed by a licensed electrician. Fully fuse all devices. Provide devices and components that are NEMA. and UL. approved for the application. n. Guards:
1. Provide guarding and marking pursuant to ASME B15.1 Safety Standard For Mechanical Power Transmission Apparatus.
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2. Provide guards which do not interfere with the operation or of the machinery and which do not restrict proper ventilation. Configure guards to avoid generation or transmission of audible noise.
o. It is the responsibility of the contractor to ensure that all applicable codes and testing are met prior to commissioning.
2.4 COMPONENTS
A. Signage:
1. Signage shall be legible both in construction and grammar. 2. Sign surfaces and characters shall be textured or otherwise treated to minimize glare and veiling reflectance.
2.5 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL
A. Work on the systems may be reviewed at the point of manufacture a minimum of one time during fabrication. This review will occur during the final factory checkout prior to shipping, unless the Manufacturer and Architect agree on a more advantageous inspection date.
2.6 SUPPLEMENTARY
A. Furnish equipment and hardware in addition to the items specified previously that are necessary to provide a fully working system in conformance with the intent of the Contract Documents.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine work prepared by others to receive work of this Section and report defects affecting installation to the Architect for correction. Commencement of the work shall be construed as complete acceptance of preparatory work by others. The sphere of inspection includes but is not limited to:
1. Assurance mounting surfaces are ready to accept the Work. 2. Verification of flatness, plumb and level of mounting conditions. 3. Inspection of components of the Work to ensure no damage has occurred during shipping or storage.
B. Discrepancies:
1. In the event of discrepancies, immediately notify the Architect. 2. Do not proceed with the installation in areas of discrepancy until all such discrepancies have been fully resolved.
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3.2 PREPARATION
A. Verify field measurements at the site prior to installation and modify the system accordingly.
1. Deliver equipment to the site only after the building has been closed in. Coordinate storage at the site and ensure the materials and components are undamaged. 2. Protect the surrounding environment from damage by the Work.
3.3 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Reviews:
1. Final review will be made by the Architect or his appointed representative, following receipt in writing or notification from this Contractor that the installation is completed. If review reveals details of construction, fabrication, or installation not in strict accord with the Contract Documents, approval will be withheld and Contractor shall be given thirty days to replace the rejected items with those conforming to specification requirements. In addition to the final review of various equipment components the right of review is reserved during the course of the installation. The Architect or his appointed representative and will be allowed access to materials at the site for eventual incorporation in the work. Preliminary visits shall not be construed as eliminating the possible rejection of various components during the final review detailed above. 2. The completed installation of rigging equipment with draperies properly installed shall be tested and operated for the acceptance by the Architect by the Contractor prior to acceptance
END OF SECTION 116144.
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SECTION 313116 - TERMITE CONTROL
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Soil treatment with termiticide.
1.3 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each type of termite control product.
1. Include the EPA-Registered Label for termiticide products.
B. Qualification Data: For qualified Installer.
C. Soil Treatment Application Report: After application of termiticide is completed, submit report for Owner's records and include the following:
1. Date and time of application. 2. Moisture content of soil before application. 3. Termiticide brand name and manufacturer. 4. Quantity of undiluted termiticide used. 5. Dilutions, methods, volumes used, and rates of application. 6. Water source for application.
D. Warranties: Sample of special warranties.
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Installer Qualifications: A specialist who is licensed according to regulations of authorities having jurisdiction to apply termite control treatment and products in jurisdiction where Project is located, and who employs workers trained and approved by manufacturer to install manufacturer's products.
B. Regulatory Requirements: Formulate and apply termiticides and termiticide devices according to the EPA-Registered Label.
1.5 PROJECT CONDITIONS
A. Environmental Limitations: To ensure penetration, do not treat soil that is water saturated or frozen. Do not treat soil while precipitation is occurring. Comply with requirements of the EPA-Registered Label and requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.
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B. Coordinate soil treatment application with excavating, filling, grading, and concreting operations. Treat soil under footings, grade beams, and ground-supported slabs before construction.
1.6 WARRANTY
A. Soil Treatment Special Warranty: Manufacturer's standard form, signed by Applicator and Contractor, certifying that termite control work, consisting of applied soil termiticide treatment, will prevent infestation of subterranean termites. If subterranean termite activity or damage is discovered during warranty period, re-treat soil and repair or replace damage caused by termite infestation.
1. Warranty Period: Five years from date of Substantial Completion.
1.7 MAINTENANCE SERVICE
A. Continuing Service: Beginning at Substantial Completion, provide 12 months' continuing service including monitoring, inspection, and re-treatment for occurrences of termite activity. Provide a standard continuing service agreement. State services, obligations, conditions, terms for agreement period, and terms for future renewal options.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 SOIL TREATMENT
A. Termiticide: Provide an EPA-Registered termiticide, complying with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction, in an aqueous solution formulated to prevent termite infestation. Provide quantity required for application at the label volume and rate for the maximum termiticide concentration allowed for each specific use, according to product's EPA-Registered Label.
1. Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide one of the following:
a. BASF Corporation, Agricultural Products; Termidor. (Basis-of-Design) b. Bayer Environmental Science. c. Syngenta.
2. Service Life of Treatment: Soil treatment termiticide that is effective for not less than five years against infestation of subterranean termites.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine substrates, areas, and conditions, with Applicator present, for compliance with requirements for moisture content of soil per termiticide label requirements, interfaces with earthwork, slab and foundation work, landscaping, utility installation, and other conditions affecting performance of termite control.
B. Proceed with application only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
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3.2 PREPARATION
A. General: Comply with the most stringent requirements of authorities having jurisdiction and with manufacturer's written instructions for preparation before beginning application of termite control treatment. Remove all extraneous sources of wood cellulose and other edible materials such as wood debris, tree stumps and roots, stakes, formwork, and construction waste wood from soil within and around foundations.
B. Soil Treatment Preparation: Remove foreign matter and impermeable soil materials that could decrease treatment effectiveness on areas to be treated. Loosen, rake, and level soil to be treated except previously compacted areas under slabs and footings. Termiticides may be applied before placing compacted fill under slabs if recommended in writing by termiticide manufacturer.
1. Fit filling hose connected to water source at the site with a backflow preventer, complying with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.
3.3 APPLICATION, GENERAL
A. General: Comply with the most stringent requirements of authorities having jurisdiction and with manufacturer's EPA-Registered Label for products.
3.4 APPLYING SOIL TREATMENT
A. Application: Mix soil treatment termiticide solution to a uniform consistency. Provide quantity required for application at the label volume and rate for the maximum specified concentration of termiticide, according to manufacturer's EPA-Registered Label, to the following so that a continuous horizontal and vertical termiticidal barrier or treated zone is established around and under building construction. Distribute treatment evenly.
1. Slabs-on-Grade and Basement Slabs: Under ground-supported slab construction, including footings, building slabs, and attached slabs as an overall treatment. Treat soil materials before concrete footings and slabs are placed. 2. Foundations: Adjacent soil, including soil along the entire inside perimeter of foundation walls; along both sides of interior partition walls; around plumbing pipes and electric conduit penetrating the slab; around interior column footers, piers, and chimney bases; and along the entire outside perimeter, from grade to bottom of footing. Avoid soil washout around footings.
B. Avoid disturbance of treated soil after application. Keep off treated areas until completely dry.
C. Protect termiticide solution, dispersed in treated soils and fills, from being diluted until ground-supported slabs are installed. Use waterproof barrier according to EPA-Registered Label instructions.
D. Post warning signs in areas of application.
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SECTION 22 4100 - PLUMBING FIXTURES (SINKS AND LAVATORIES)
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SCOPE OF WORK:
A. General:
1. Furnish all labor, materials, tools and equipment and perform all operations in connection with the installation of plumbing fixtures where shown on the drawings and specified hereinafter.
1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTS:
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
B. All sections of Division 22 Specifications apply to this section.
1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE:
A. Codes and Standards:
1. All equipment shall comply with American Society of Testing Materials, all local codes and ordinances and meet or exceed the standards and procedures (latest editions) of the following:
a. A Sanitary Cast Iron Enameled Ware Commercial Standard
b. Staple Vitreous China Plumbing Fixtures
c. U. S. Department of Commerce CS 20-49, CS 77-48.
d. WW-P-542 Formed Steel Fixtures
B. Manufacturers:
1. The following lavatory manufacturers are acceptable:
a. Kohler Company
b. American Standard Company
c. Zurn
d. Sloan
2. The following sink manufacturers are acceptable:
a. Just Manufacturing Company
b. Elkay Manufacturing Company
3. The following floor mounted service sink manufacturers are acceptable:
a. Sterns-Williams Company
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b. Fiat Products, Inc.
c. Creative Industries
d. Acorn
e. Florestone
4. The following faucet and handle manufacturers are acceptable:
a. T&S Brass and Bronze Works, Inc.
b. Zurn
c. Delta Faucet Company
d. Moen
e. Speakman
f. Symmons
g. Toto
5. The following fixture trim manufacturers are acceptable:
a. Kohler Company
b. McGuire Manufacturing Company
c. Engineered Brass Company (EBC)
6. The following handicapped insulation manufacturers for lavatories are acceptable:
a. TrueBro
b. McGuire Pro-Wrap
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 PLUMBING FIXTURES AND FIXTURE TRIM:
A. General:
1. All fixtures and trimmings shall be designed to prevent backflow of polluted water or waste into water supply system.
2. All enamel on cast iron fixtures shall be acid resisting.
3. All wall hung fixtures shall have carriers.
4. Provide lavatories with angle stops. Provide all other plumbing fixtures with either angle or straight stops.
5. Exposed piping fittings and trimmings shall be chromium plated over nickel plated brass with polished, bright surfaces unless specifically noted otherwise.
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6. All trim shall be as manufactured by fixture manufacturer, unless specifically noted otherwise.
7. Color of fixtures shall be white unless specifically noted otherwise.
B. Handicap Sinks and Lavatories:
1. Provide TrueBro Model 102W (White) p-trap, hot water and cold water angle valve insulation and fasteners. Handi Lav-Guard insulation kit. (Provide No. 105W accessory with No. 102 for offset p-trap.) (Approved Equal: McGuire Pro-Wrap Model PW 2125 (White).
2.2 LAVATORIES (GENERAL):
A. Minimum connections shall be 3/8".
B. Enameled cast iron unless stated otherwise.
1. Lavatories mounting heights shall be as listed for each fixture:
2.3 LAVATORIES:
A. Fixtures shall be:
P-3B Lavatory (Handicapped): Wall hung, 20” x 18”, mounting height 34” finish floor to rim of lavatory (29” finish floor to bottom of apron). Fixture: Kohler “Soho”, 2084-N lavatory with vitreous china, single hole, plate anchor. Fitting: Toto, “Axiom” TEL 145-D10E, Self-generating hydro-powered faucet with 10 seconds on demand flow. Drain: McGuire 155A, perforated strainer, 1-1/4" tailpiece. Supply: McGuire BV2165 quarter turn ball valve with loose key handle and deep flange. P-Trap: McGuire 8902C, 1-1/4”x1-1/2” p-trap with cleanout and deep flange. Remarks: Refer to Part 2.2 Lavatories, Paragraph C.
P-3 Single Compartment Sink (handicapped): Undermount, 19 7/8” x 16 11/16” (see arch. specs for mounting height) Fixture: Kohler “Bachata” model K-2608-SU Stainless Steel Fitting: Toto, “Axiom” TEL 145-D10E, Self-generating hydro-powered faucet with 10 seconds on demand flow. Drain: McGuire 155A, perforated strainer, 1-1/4" tailpiece. Supply: McGuire BV2165 quarter turn ball valve with loose key handle and deep flange. P-Trap: McGuire 8902C, 1-1/4”x1-1/2” p-trap with cleanout and deep flange. Remarks: Refer to Part 2.2 Lavatories, Paragraph C.
P-3A Single Compartment Sink (handicapped): Undermount, 16 7/8” x 13 11/16” (see arch. specs for mounting height) Fixture: Kohler “Devonshire” model K-2350,vitreous china, single hole. Fitting: Toto, “Axiom” TEL 145-D10E, Self-generating hydro-powered faucet with 10 seconds on demand flow.
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Drain: McGuire 155A, perforated strainer, 1-1/4" tailpiece. Supply: McGuire BV2165 quarter turn ball valve with loose key handle and deep flange. P-Trap: McGuire 8902C, 1-1/4”x1-1/2” p-trap with cleanout and deep flange. Remarks: Refer to Part 2.2 Lavatories, Paragraph C.
P-3C Lavatory (Handicapped): Wall hung, 20” x 18”, mounting height 34” finish floor to rim of lavatory (29” finish floor to bottom of apron). Fixture: Kohler “Soho”, 2084-N lavatory with vitreous china, single hole, plate anchor. Fitting: Delta,501LF-HGMHDF single lever faucet with vandal proof aerator. Drain: McGuire 155A, perforated strainer, 1-1/4" tailpiece. Supply: McGuire BV2165 quarter turn ball valve with loose key handle and deep flange. P-Trap: McGuire 8902C, 1-1/4”x1-1/2” p-trap with cleanout and deep flange. Remarks: Refer to Part 2.2 Lavatories, Paragraph C.
2.4 SERVICE SINK:
A. Service sink minimum connection shall be 3/4 inch.
P-4B Service Sink: Floor mounted, 30”x24”x12”, terrazzo style with stainless steel caps threshold. Fixture: Fiat, TSB-3010. Fitting: Fiat, No. 830-AA chrome plated with integral stops, hook, V.B. and brace. Mounting height 36" finish floor to nozzle. Drain: Fiat, No. 1453-BB flat stainless steel strainer and QDC-3XH 3” quick drain connector. Accessories: Fiat, No. 832-AA-30" hose and hose bracket mounting height 18" AFF, No. 889-CC mop hanger, two/three No. 1239-BB vinyl bumper guard (see plans for mop sink orientation to determine quantity of bumper guards required and MSG-3624 stainless steel wall guards.
2.5 UTILITY SINK:
A. Utility sink minimum connections shall be 3/8 inch.
B. Utility sink shall be 18 gauge minimum, type 302 stainless steel unless noted otherwise.
C. Fixtures shall be:
P-4A Deep Sink: Free standing, 27” length x 27-1/2” width, four (4) LK251 stainless steel support legs, , 8" backsplash (floor to top of backsplash 44"), mounting height 36" from finish floor to rim. Fixture: Elkay, WNSF8124L (2) hole, 14" depth, #14 gauge, type 304 stainless steel. Fitting: Speakman, SC-5742 thru/back sink fitting. 8" center, 5 1/4" deep spread with swivel gooseneck spout and vacuum breaker. Drain: Elkay, LK-18 perforated grid strainer, 1-1/2” tailpiece. P-Trap: McGuire 8912C, 1-1/2” p-trap with cleanout.
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P-4 Single Compartment Sink with spray (Handicapped): Countertop 22” length x 19-1/2” width x 6” depth, (see Arch. specs for mounting height). Fixture: Elkay, Model LRAD 221960 Fitting: Delta, 400-DST single lever faucet with pull out sprayer and 1 gpm aerator. . Drain: Elkay, LK-35 strainer, 1-1/2” tailpiece Supply: McGuire BV2165 quarter turn ball valve with loose key handle and deep flange. P-Trap: McGuire 8912C, 1-1/2” p-trap with cleanout.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION:
A. General:
1. All fixtures shall be installed in strict accordance with the manufacturers’ recommendations.
2. All fixtures shall be protected during construction by covering with manila paper glued on. In addition, fixture shall be covered with shipping box taped to fixture.
3. All equipment, fixtures or devices shown on plans as new or relocated fixtures or devices shall require the Contractor to furnish and install all braces, supports, mounting brackets, spacers, shims, pads or other appurtenances required to make the fixture level and securely anchored to the wall, floor, or other component of the building structures. Supports not specified hereinafter shall be furnished in accordance with the equipment manufacturers recommendations.
4. In the event of damage, defects or flaws, regardless of the cause, immediately make all repairs and replacements at no additional cost to the Owner.
5. All fixtures shall be caulked to floor, wall, countertop, or other finished surfaces with compound recommended by fixture manufacturer. Color shall match fixture.
3.2 FIXTURE MOUNTING HEIGHTS:
A. General:
1. Mount fixtures as shown for each fixture type. For mounting heights not shown, install fixture in accordance with this section of the specifications.
3.3 FIXTURE SUPPORTS:
A. General:
1. All plumbing fixtures which are wall mounted shall be mounted and supported on concealed cast iron or steel fixture supports or carriers as hereinafter specified. These supports shall be completely concealed in the wall and shall support the load of the fixture by means of a suitable steel backing plate or face plate and base support, which is firmly anchored to the floor. In no case shall any wall mounted plumbing fixture be mounted in such a manner that the fixture load is transmitted to mounting wall surface material.
B. Lavatories and sinks mounted on stud walls:
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1. Install a 1/4" thick by 6" wide steel plate which shall extend at least one stud beyond the first and last fixture mounting points.
2. In wood stud construction, the plate shall be securely attached to each stud which it crosses with two (2) 1/2" steel bolts on 4" centers with 1/8" thick by 1-1/2" wide by 6’ long steel backup plates.
3. In steel stud construction the plate shall be attached to each stud which it crosses by 1/8" fillet weld across the full width of the steel stud flange or plate and support carrier J.R. Smith 800.
4. Fixture or supporting arms shall be securely and firmly attached to the steel plate in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
5. Lavatories shall be punched for Smith No. 723 concealed arm fixture support. The arms shall be securely bolted to the steel backing plate in the wall as hereinbefore specified. They shall have positive mechanical locking device and shall be fully adjustable after installation of the finished wall.
C. Lavatories and sinks mounted on block walls.
1. Lavatories shall be punched for Smith No. 700 fixture support. Fixture support shall have concealed arms with positive mechanical locking device. Arms shall be fully adjustable after installation of finished wall. Uprights shall be high strength steel with block bases securely bolted to floor construction.
2. Heavy sinks shall be mounted on Smith No. 871 fixture support with porcelain enamel exposed arms. Uprights shall be high strength steel with block bases securely bolted to floor construction.
3.4 CLEANING:
A. All fixtures shall be kept in new condition during construction. Fixtures which have been obviously abused shall be replaced.
B. Fixtures shall be cleaned spotless before final inspection.
C. Cleaning agents and materials shall not scratch, mar, or otherwise harm the fixture.
END OF SECTION 22 4100
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SECTION 22 4200 - PLUMBING FIXTURES (SHOWERS)
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SCOPE OF WORK:
A. General:
1. Furnish all labor, materials, tools and equipment and perform all operations in connection with the installation of plumbing fixtures where shown on the drawings and specified hereinafter.
1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTS:
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
B. All sections of Division 22 Specifications apply to this section.
1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE:
A. Codes and Standards:
1. All equipment shall comply with American Society of Testing Materials, all local codes and ordinances and meet or exceed the standards and procedures (latest editions) of the following:
a. A Sanitary Cast Iron Enameled Ware Commercial Standard
b. Staple Vitreous China Plumbing Fixtures
c. U. S. Department of Commerce CS 20-49, CS 77-48.
d. WW-P-542 Formed Steel Fixtures
B. Manufacturers:
1. The following shower manufacturers are acceptable:
a. Aquarius
b. Comfort Designs
2. The following faucet and handle manufacturers are acceptable:
a. T&S Brass and Bronze Works, Inc.
b. Chicago Faucet Company
c. Delta Faucet Company
d. Moen
e. Speakman
f. Symmons
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g. Cambridge
3. The following fixture trim manufacturers are acceptable:
a. Kohler Company
b. McGuire Manufacturing Company
c. Engineered Brass Company (EBC)
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 PLUMBING FIXTURES AND FIXTURE TRIM:
A. General:
1. All fixtures and trimmings shall be designed to prevent backflow of polluted water or waste into water supply system.
2. All enamel on cast iron fixtures shall be acid resisting.
3. Exposed piping fittings and trimmings shall be chromium plated over nickel plated brass with polished, bright surfaces unless specifically noted otherwise.
4. All trim shall be as manufactured by fixture manufacturer, unless specifically noted otherwise.
5. Color of fixtures shall be white unless specifically noted otherwise.
2.2 SHOWERS:
A. Showers shall be provided with a single handle Pressure Balanced Mixing Valve and 2.0 G.P.M flow control.
B. Minimum connection shall be 1/2 inch.
C. Fixtures shall be:
P-5 Shower Insert unit (Handicapped): Comfort Designs, Model XSS3682BF RRF AcrylX, with return receiver flange. Designed for on-slab installation. Fixture: Symmons Temptrol, Model C-96-1-X-2.0-VP with pressure balancing mixing valve, integral service stops, 2.0 GPM.
P-5A Shower Insert unit (Handicapped): Comfort Designs, Model XSS6233BF-F .75 L-bar, Acrylx. Designed for on slab installation Fixture: Symmons Temptrol, Model C-96-500-B30-V-X-2.0-VP with pressure balancing mixing valve, integral service stops, hand shower, 2.0 GPM.
PART 3- EXECUTION
2.3 INSTALLATION:
A. General:
1. All fixtures shall be installed in strict accordance with the manufacturers’ recommendations.
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2. All fixtures shall be protected during construction by covering with manila paper glued on. In addition, fixture shall be covered with shipping box taped to fixture.
3. All equipment, fixtures or devices shown on plans as new or relocated fixtures or devices shall require the Contractor to furnish and install all braces, supports, mounting brackets, spacers, shims, pads or other appurtenances required to make the fixture level and securely anchored to the wall, floor, or other component of the building structures. Supports not specified hereinafter shall be furnished in accordance with the equipment manufacturers recommendations.
4. In the event of damage, defects or flaws, regardless of the cause, immediately make all repairs and replacements at no additional cost to the Owner.
5. All fixtures shall be caulked to floor, wall, countertop, or other finished surfaces with compound recommended by fixture manufacturer. Color shall match fixture.
2.4 FIXTURE MOUNTING HEIGHTS:
A. General:
1. Shower head to be mounted 72” A.F.F. mount handheld shower at 36” min-48” max. A.F.F. and no more than 15” from center.
2.5 FIXTURE SUPPORTS:
A. General:
1. All plumbing fixtures which are wall mounted shall be mounted and supported on concealed cast iron or steel fixture supports or carriers as hereinafter specified. These supports shall be completely concealed in the wall and shall support the load of the fixture by means of a suitable steel backing plate or face plate and base support, which is firmly anchored to the floor. In no case shall any wall mounted plumbing fixture be mounted in such a manner that the fixture load is transmitted to mounting wall surface material.
2.6 CLEANING:
A. All fixtures shall be kept in new condition during construction. Fixtures which have been obviously abused shall be replaced.
B. Fixtures shall be cleaned spotless before final inspection.
C. Cleaning agents and materials shall not scratch, mar, or otherwise harm the fixture.
END OF SECTION 22 4200
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SECTION 22 4300 - PLUMBING FIXTURES (WATER CLOSETS AND URINALS)
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SCOPE OF WORK:
A. General:
1. Furnish all labor, materials, tools and equipment and perform all operations in connection with the installation of plumbing fixtures where shown on the drawings and specified hereinafter.
1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTS:
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
B. All sections of Division 22 Specifications apply to this section.
1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE:
A. Codes and Standards:
1. All equipment shall comply with American Society of Testing Materials, all local codes and ordinances and meet or exceed the standards and procedures (latest editions) of the following:
a. A Sanitary Cast Iron Enameled Ware Commercial Standard
b. Staple Vitreous China Plumbing Fixtures
c. U. S. Department of Commerce CS 20-49, CS 77-48.
d. WW-P-542 Formed Steel Fixtures
B. Manufacturers:
1. The following water closet manufacturers are acceptable:
a. Kohler Company
b. American-Standard Company
c. Toto
d. Sloan
2. The following urinal manufacturers are acceptable:
a. Kohler Company
b. American-Standard Company
c. Toto
d. Sloan
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3. The following flush valve manufacturers are acceptable:
a. Sloan Valve Company
b. Toto
c. Zurn Industries Incorporated
d. Kohler
4. The following water closet seat manufacturers are acceptable.
a. Sperzel Company
b. C. F. Church Company
c. Beneke Corporation
d. Olsonite Corporation
e. Bemis
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 PLUMBING FIXTURES AND FIXTURE TRIM:
A. General:
1. All fixtures and trimmings shall be designed to prevent backflow of polluted water or waste into water supply system.
2. All enamel on cast iron fixtures shall be acid resisting.
3. All wall hung fixtures shall have carriers.
4. Exposed piping fittings and trimmings shall be chromium plated over nickel plated brass with polished, bright surfaces unless specifically noted otherwise.
5. All trim shall be as manufactured by fixture manufacturer, unless specifically noted otherwise.
6. Color of fixtures shall be white unless specifically noted otherwise.
2.2 WATER CLOSETS (GENERAL):
A. Minimum connection shall be 1 inch.
B. Seat shall be white unless stated otherwise.
C. Handicapped water closet locate flush valve handle on the wide side of fixture.
D. Water closets shall be:
P-1 Water Closet: Wall hung, 15" finish floor to top of rim. 16" finish floor to top of seat.
Fixture: Kohler “Kingston”, K-4325, 1.28 gpf.
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Valve: Toto “EcoPower”, TET6LA#CP, sensor, hydro powered, 1.28 gpf.
Seat: Beneke, 527 SS (White).
P-1A Water Closet (Handicapped): Wall hung, 16 1/2" finish floor to top of rim. 17 1/2" finish floor to top of seat.
Fixture: Kohler “Kingston”, K-4325L, 1.28 gpf.
Valve: Toto “EcoPower”, TET6LA#CP, sensor, hydro powered, 1.28 gpf.
Seat: Beneke, 527 SS (White).
P-1B Water Closet (Handicapped): Floor mounted 17-1/8" finish floor to top of rim. 18-1/8" finish floor to top of seat.
Fixture: Kohler “Wellcomme”, K-4405-L, 1.28 gpf.
Valve: Toto “EcoPower”, TET6LA#CP, sensor, hydro powered, 1.28 gpf.
Seat: Beneke, 527 SS (White)
2.3 URINALS:
A. Minimum connection shall be 1 inch unless stated otherwise.
B. Urinal mounting heights shall be as listed for each fixture.
C. Handicapped urinal locate flush valve handle on the wide side of fixture.
D. Secure all flush valves to wall with wall bracket.
E. Urinals shall be:
P-2 Urinal: Wall hung, waterless, 24” finished floor to top of rim, urinal carrier with wall bolts.
Fixture: Sloan WES-1000 Waterless urinal.
P-2A Urinal: Wall hung, waterless, 17” finished floor to top of rim, urinal carrier with wall bolts.
Fixture: Sloan WES-1000 Waterless urinal.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION:
A. General:
1. All fixtures shall be installed in strict accordance with the manufacturers’ recommendations.
2. All fixtures shall be protected during construction by covering with manila paper glued on. In addition, fixture shall be covered with shipping box taped to fixture.
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3. All equipment, fixtures or devices shown on plans as new or relocated fixtures or devices shall require the Contractor to furnish and install all braces, supports, mounting brackets, spacers, shims, pads or other appurtenances required to make the fixture level and securely anchored to the wall, floor, or other component of the building structures. Supports not specified hereinafter shall be furnished in accordance with the equipment manufacturers recommendations.
4. In the event of damage, defects or flaws, regardless of the cause, immediately make all repairs and replacements at no additional cost to the Owner.
5. All fixtures shall be caulked to floor, wall, countertop, or other finished surfaces with compound recommended by fixture manufacturer. Color shall match fixture.
3.2 FIXTURE MOUNTING HEIGHTS:
A. General:
1. Mount fixtures as indicated for each fixture type
3.3 WATER CLOSETS:
A. Make joints between earthenware fixtures and soil pipe by means of flange compatible to pipe. Joint shall be gastight and watertight.
B. Set all floor type water closets with a "no-seep" sleeve gasket as manufactured by William H. Harvey Company, Oatey and IPS.
3.4 FIXTURE SUPPORTS:
A. General:
1. All plumbing fixtures which are wall mounted shall be mounted and supported on concealed cast iron or steel fixture supports or carriers as hereinafter specified. These supports shall be completely concealed in the wall and shall support the load of the fixture by means of a suitable steel backing plate or face plate and base support, which is firmly anchored to the floor. In no case shall any wall mounted plumbing fixture be mounted in such a manner that the fixture load is transmitted to mounting wall surface material.
3.5 CLEANING:
A. All fixtures shall be kept in new condition during construction. Fixtures which have been obviously abused shall be replaced.
B. Fixtures shall be cleaned spotless before final inspection.
C. Cleaning agents and materials shall not scratch, mar, or otherwise harm the fixture.
END OF SECTION 22 4300
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SECTION 22 4400 - PLUMBING FIXTURES (WATER COOLERS)
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SCOPE OF WORK:
A. General:
1. Furnish all labor, materials, tools and equipment and perform all operations in connection with the installation of plumbing fixtures where shown on the drawings and specified hereinafter.
1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTS:
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
B. All sections of Division 22 Specifications apply to this section.
1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE:
A. Codes and Standards:
1. All equipment shall comply with American Society of Testing Materials, all local codes and ordinances and meet or exceed the standards and procedures (latest editions) of the following:
a. A Sanitary Cast Iron Enameled Ware Commercial Standard
b. Staple Vitreous China Plumbing Fixtures
c. U. S. Department of Commerce CS 20-49, CS 77-48
d. WW-P-542 Formed Steel Fixtures
B. Manufacturers:
1. The following water cooler manufacturers are acceptable:
a. Elkay Manufacturing Company
b. Murdoch
c. Oasis Water Coolers
2. The following fixture trim manufacturers are acceptable:
a. Kohler Company
b. McGuire Manufacturing Company
c. Engineered Brass Company (EBC)
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PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 PLUMBING FIXTURES AND FIXTURE TRIM:
A. General:
1. All fixtures and trimmings shall be designed to prevent backflow of polluted water or waste into water supply system.
2. All wall hung fixtures shall have carriers.
3. Exposed piping fittings and trimmings shall be chromium plated over nickel plated brass with polished, bright surfaces unless specifically noted otherwise.
4. All trim shall be as manufactured by fixture manufacturer, unless specifically noted otherwise.
2.2 WATER COOLER:
A. Minimum supply connection shall be 3/8".
B. Fixtures shall be:
P-6 Bi-Level Drinking Fountain(Handicapped): Wall mounted Bi-Level 38-1/2” wide x18- 3/8” deep, 33-15/16” mounting height from finish floor orifice. Provide 27” minimum clearance below fixture Fixture: Elkay, model ERPBM28K with controls on front. Stainless steel. Supply: McGuire BV2165 quarter turn ball valve with loose key handle. P-Trap: McGuire 8902C, 1-1/4” x 1-1/2” P-trap with cleanout. Accessories: LKAPRI Apron.
P-6A Bi-Level Drinking Fountain With (1) Bottle Filling Station (Handicapped): Wall mounted, Bi-Level 36 3/4” wide x 19” deep, 36” mounting height from finish floor to higher orifice. Provide 27” minimum clearance below fixture. Fixture: Elkay model LZSTL8WS with controls on front & side. Bottle filler with electronic sensor for touchless activation. Supply: McGuire BV2165 quarter turn ball valve with loose key handle.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION:
A. General:
1. All fixtures shall be installed in strict accordance with the manufacturers’ recommendations.
2. All fixtures shall be protected during construction by covering with manila paper glued on. In addition, fixture shall be covered with shipping box taped to fixture.
3. All equipment, fixtures or devices shown on plans as new or relocated fixtures or devices shall require the Contractor to furnish and install all braces, supports, mounting brackets, spacers, shims, pads or other appurtenances required to make the fixture level and securely anchored to the wall, floor, or other component of the building structures.
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Supports not specified hereinafter shall be furnished in accordance with the equipment manufacturers recommendations.
4. In the event of damage, defects or flaws, regardless of the cause, immediately make all repairs and replacements at no additional cost to the Owner.
5. All fixtures shall be caulked to floor, wall, countertop, or other finished surfaces with compound recommended by fixture manufacturer. Color shall match fixture.
3.2 FIXTURE SUPPORTS:
A. General:
1. All plumbing fixtures which are wall mounted shall be mounted and supported on concealed cast iron or steel fixture supports or carriers as hereinafter specified. These supports shall be completely concealed in the wall and shall support the load of the fixture by means of a suitable steel backing plate or face plate and base support, which is firmly anchored to the floor. In no case shall any wall mounted plumbing fixture be mounted in such a manner that the fixture load is transmitted to mounting wall surface material.
B. Drinking fountains mounted on stud walls:
1. Install a 1/4" thick by 6" wide steel plate which shall extend at least one stud beyond the first and last fixture mounting points.
2. In wood stud construction, the plate shall be securely attached to each stud which it crosses with two (2) 1/2" steel bolts on 4" centers with 1/8" thick by 1-1/2" wide by 6’ long steel backup plates.
3. In steel stud construction, the plate shall be attached to each stud which it crosses by 1/8" fillet weld across the full width of the steel stud flange or plate and support carrier J.R. Smith 800.
4. Fixture or supporting arms shall be securely and firmly attached to the steel plate in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
C. Drinking fountains mounted on block walls:
1. Water coolers shall be mounted on Smith No. 830 floor mounted water cooler support. Uprights shall be high strength steel with block bases securely bolted to floor construction.
3.3 CLEANING:
A. All fixtures shall be kept in new condition during construction. Fixtures which have been obviously abused shall be replaced.
B. Fixtures shall be cleaned spotless before final inspection.
C. Cleaning agents and materials shall not scratch, mar, or otherwise harm the fixture.
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SECTION 23 0993 - SEQUENCE OF OPERATIONS FOR HVAC CONTROLS AND POINTS LIST
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SCOPE OF WORK:
A. General:
1. Furnish all labor, materials, tools and equipment and perform all operations in connection with the installation of controls system shown on the drawings and specified hereinafter.
B. Description:
1. Points shown for equipment shall be for each item of equipment except:
a. When noted otherwise.
b. When exhaust fans are grouped together.
1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTS:
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
B. All sections of Division 23 Specifications apply to this section. In addition, refer to these specification sections:
1. Section 23 0900 - Instrumentation and Control for HVAC (General)
2. Section 23 0993.1 - Sequence of Operation (Central Air Handling Equipment)
3. Section 23 0993.2 - Sequence of Operation (Air Handling Equipment)
4. Section 23 0993.3 - Sequence of Operation (Hydronic Systems)
5. Section 23 0993.4 - Sequence of Operation (Electric Heaters)
6. Section 23 0993.9 - Sequence of Operation (Various Systems)
PART 2 - SEQUENCE OF OPERATION
2.1 SEQUENCE DESCRIPTION AND DEFINITIONS:
A. General:
1. These sequence descriptions and definitions shall apply to all sequences unless sequence specifically indicates otherwise.
B. Morning Warm-Up/Cool-Down:
1. This mode is the mode between night setback and normally occupied mode and is used to bring area served from unoccupied conditions to conditions required for occupancy.
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2. This mode typically will operate with outside air systems closed or de-energized.
3. The start time of this mode shall be determined by the building automation system based upon space temperatures, building characteristics, outside temperature, and historical ability of each system to warm up or cool down the building.
C. Night Setback:
1. This mode is the unoccupied mode.
2. This mode is a timed function of adjustable duration.
3. This mode typically will operate with outside air systems closed or de-energized and is used primarily to maintain unoccupied space temperature (adjustable) or space humidity level (adjustable).
4. All HVAC equipment required to maintain space conditions shall be energized in this mode.
D. Override:
1. When override is activated, the system shall operate with that zone, equipment, or system in the occupied mode.
2. At the end of the override time period, the zone equipment or system shall return to the mode scheduled at that time.
E. Setpoints:
1. All time durations and temperature setpoints shall be field adjustable.
2. Temperatures shall be settable to any temperature.
3. Time of day operations shall be settable to any time.
4. Time delays shall generally be settable as follows:
a. 0-60 second delay: settable from 0-300 seconds.
b. 0-5 minute delay: settable from 0-60 minutes.
2.2 OUTSIDE AIR CONTROL:
A. Where motorized dampers are specified, the dampers shall open to maintain the airflow quantity indicated on the equipment schedule.
B. Where airflow measuring stations are provided in the outside air intake, the outside air damper shall maintain airflow measuring station setpoint.
C. Where airflow measuring stations are provided in the supply and return airstreams, the outside air damper shall modulate to maintain the required differential airflow.
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2.3 SETPOINTS:
A. In general, the specification indicates setpoints or range of setpoints for most devices. The contractor shall adjust setpoints in the following manner:
1. As required to start-up, test, debug and otherwise ensure equipment and system is operating as intended.
2. Dampers, actuators, and similar devices should be left in their optimum operating position.
3. Thermostats, humidistats, and similar devices should be left as indicated on drawings or in specifications. If no value is indicated, contractor should set at a reasonable value.
4. Equipment and system schedules should be reviewed with the Owner and A/E prior to initiating the schedule.
2.4 FAILURE MODES:
A. General:
1. Initiating devices shall each be hard wired.
2. Manual reset of temperature alarm and pressure alarm shall be required. Other alarms shall automatically reset unless manual reset indicated.
B. Smoke and Fire Alarm:
1. The fans shall be de-energized and smoke dampers shall shut. The fan shall de-energize as fast as practical and smoke dampers shall begin closing after fan is de-energized.
C. Low Temperature (Recirculating System):
1. A low temperature condition may be caused by coil freezestat, mixed air low limit or leaving air low limit.
2. Unless sequences specifically identify alternative modes of operation, the following shall be provided:
a. The system shall operate in occupied mode.
b. Outside air dampers shall be closed or outside air supply fans shall be de- energized.
c. Heating system shall energize including heat sources and distribution system.
d. Cooling distribution system shall energize.
e. Loop water system shall energize.
f. Heating valves shall fully open to coil.
3. Alarm shall be indicated at building automation system.
D. Low Temperature (Outside Air System):
1. A low temperature condition may be caused by coil freezestat, mixed air low limit or leaving air low limit.
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2. Unless sequences specifically identify alternative modes of operation, the following shall be provided:
a. The system shall operate in recirculation mode (if one is specified) or shall de- energize.
b. Outside air dampers shall be closed.
c. Heating system shall energize including heat sources and distribution system.
d. Cooling distribution system shall energize.
e. Loop water system shall energize.
f. Heating valves shall fully open to coil.
3. Alarm shall be indicated at building automation system.
E. High Condensate Level:
1. Upon a rise in condensate level in the auxiliary drain pan, the float switch shall de- energize the unit.
F. Duct Pressure:
1. Discharge air static pressure sensors shall de-energize fans.
2.5 SPACE HEATING DEVICES:
A. Unless stated otherwise, all devices not utilized for reheat shall be scheduled off by any of the following means:
1. Night setback thermostat
2. Timed schedule
3. Outside air temperature setpoint
2.6 STARTER "HAND-OFF-AUTO":
A. When in "HAND" position, equipment shall be able to run.
B. When in "OFF" position, equipment shall not be able to run.
C. When in "AUTO" position, equipment shall be able to run if commanded by sequence of operation.
2.7 SYSTEM OPTIMUM START:
A. The building automation control system shall provide an optimum start sequence for the HVAC system.
B. Optimization shall be determined by a comparison of indoor and outdoor environmental conditions and system capacities.
C. At the completion of optimum start, the building shall be at design temperatures. This is not necessarily, and in most cases will not be, the same time as the start of the occupied period. For example, the completion of optimum start could be set at 7 am and the occupied mode set at 9 am. The occupied mode is typically when ventilation air would be energized.
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2.8 ALARMS:
A. In addition to the alarms indicated, all temperatures and other monitored or sensed conditions that fall above or below the normal range shall be alarmed.
B. Alarms shall be assigned a level of alarm (minimum three levels - low (maintenance), high (important), and critical).
2.9 DIAL-UP:
A. A dial-up system shall be provided with the building automation system.
B. The dial-up system shall have the following minimum features:
1. Call a minimum of four numbers.
2. 24 hr/day and 365 day schedule of calling priority.
3. Sequencing of calls if no response is received.
4. Identification of call initiation (fire, freeze, etc.)
C. The Building Automation System shall identify types of alarms that initiate the dial-up sequence.
2.10 TWO SPEED MOTORS:
A. Sequence shall include a time delay on two speed motors when changing from high speed to low speed.
PART 3 - POINT SCHEDULE
3.1 DEFINITION OF POINTS:
A. Binary Output:
1. Control Relay - Energize/de-energize
2. Solenoid - Steam Valve Gas Valve
3. Hand/Off/Auto - Starter
B. Analog Output:
1. Cooling - Control Valve
2. Heating - Control Valve SCR Heater
3. Humidification - Control Valve
4. Economizer - Dampers
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5. Position Adjust - Fan Drives Pump Drives Dampers VAV Damper
C. Binary Input:
1. Differential Pressure - Fan Status Pump Status
2. Pressure Switch - Pressure
3. Flow Switch - Fan Status Pump Status
4. Fire/Smoke - Smoke Detector Fire Sensor
5. Freeze -Low Limit
6. Filter - Filter Pressure
7. Setback Override - Night Setback Override
D. Analog Input:
1. Humidity -Humidity
2. Temperature - Temperature
3. Static Pressure - Static Pressure
4. Fan Speed/Load - Fan Drives
5. Air Flow - Air Flow
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END OF SECTION 23 0993
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SECTION 23 0993.1 - SEQUENCE OF OPERATION (CENTRAL AIR HANDLING EQUIPMENT)
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SCOPE OF WORK:
A. General:
1. Furnish all labor, materials, tools and equipment and perform all operations in connection with the installation of controls system shown on the drawings and specified hereinafter.
1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTS:
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
B. All sections of Division 23 Specifications apply to this section. In addition, refer to these specification sections:
1. Section 23 0993 - Sequence of Operations for HVAC Controls and Points List
PART 2 - SEQUENCE OF OPERATION
2.1 VARIABLE AIR VOLUME AIR HANDLERS (AHU-7,8):
A. Supply Fan Operation:
1. The supply fans shall be controlled by a variable frequency drive and a direct digital controller. When the system is enabled, the fans shall energize unless restricted by:
a. Smoke alarm.
b. Fire Alarm/Fire Department override off.
c. Night setback.
d. Fan failure or timed safety.
e. Duct high pressure (supply) and low pressure (return).
2. Upon a start signal, the fan shall soft start. The direct digital controller shall provide a signal to the variable frequency drives to control supply fan speeds. The supply fan speed shall modulate based upon terminal unit damper position (i.e. to satisfy worse case). Duct static pressure shall be monitored for status only.
3. The supply airflow and the total terminal supply airflow shall be compared. A deviation of 5%, adjustable, shall cause an alarm to be indicated.
B. Temperature Control:
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1. The cooling control and heating control shall maintain the scheduled supply air temperature; PID algorithms shall be applied. When multiple cooling coils are installed, control shall maintain individual coil leaving air temperatures.
2. The automation system shall proportionally open the cooling control valve as temperature increases above the deadband.
3. When in cooling mode, the supply air temperature shall be controlled in accordance with a supply air reset schedule as follows (all values adjustable).
a. 95 degrees F ambient, design supply air temperature
b. 90 degrees F ambient, design SA temp. plus 2 degrees F
c. 85 degrees F ambient, design SA temp. plus 4 degrees F
d. 80 degrees F ambient or lower, design SA temp. plus 6 degrees F (max. 58 degrees F)
4. The automation system shall modulate the heating valve open when the temperature drops below the deadband.
5. When in heating mode, the supply air temperature shall be controlled in accordance with a supply air reset schedule as follows (all values adjustable).
a. When X number of zones are in non-cooling mode for more than Y minutes, supply air shall be reset to 60 degrees F.
b. When supply air is at 60 degrees F and X number of zones are in non-cooling mode for more than Y minutes, supply air shall be reset to 64 degrees F.
c. When supply air is at 64 degrees F and X number of zones are in non-cooling mode for more than Y minutes, supply air shall be reset to 68 degrees F.
C. Morning Warm-Up:
1. During morning warm-up, the outside air damper shall remain closed and the air handler shall energize.
2. The unit shall provide 70 degree F (adj.) supply air.
D. Outside Air:
1. Upon beginning of occupancy (plus time delay of x minutes), minimum outside air damper shall open and maintain required airflow.
2. The outside air damper for AHU-X shall modulate to provide design airflow as measured by the airflow measuring stations.
E. Failure Mode:
1. Smoke and fire alarm
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2. Temperature low limit
3. Duct pressure
4. High condensate
F. Override:
1. The system shall operate in occupied mode.
G. Unoccupied Mode:
1. During unoccupied mode, the system shall start if space temperature drops below unoccupied heating setpoint or above unoccupied cooling setpoint.
2. Outside air dampers shall be closed.
3. The system shall operate in cooling or heating mode as required.
H. Dehumidification Mode:
1. If space humidity exceeds sensor setpoint, the supply air shall be reset to minimum supply temperature until humidity drops below setpoint by “x” percent RH.
2.2 SINGLE ZONE VARIABLE AIR VOLUME AIR HANDLERS (AHU-1 thru 6, 9):
A. Supply Fan Operation:
1. The supply fans shall be controlled by a variable frequency drive and a direct digital controller. When the system is enabled, the fans shall energize unless restricted by:
a. Smoke alarm.
b. Fire Alarm/Fire Department override off.
c. Night setback.
d. Fan failure or timed safety.
2. Upon a start signal, the fan shall soft start. The direct digital controller shall provide a signal to the variable frequency drives to control supply fan speed.
3. Minimum design airflow shall be 50% of design supply airflow unless indicated otherwise.
B. Cooling Mode (Varying Airflow):
1. Heat shall be off.
2. When fan speed is at minimum setpoint, the chilled water control valve shall modulate to maintain space temperature.
3. If additional cooling is required and the chilled water control valve is at maximum flow, the fan speed shall increase to maintain space temperature.
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C. Cooling Mode (Constant Airflow):
1. Heat shall be off.
2. Fan speed shall be a maximum airflow.
3. The cooling shall proportionally energize to maintain space temperature.
D. Heating Mode (Varying Airflow):
1. Chilled water control valve shall be closed.
2. When fan speed is at minimum setpoint, the reheat shall proportionally energize to maintain space temperature.
3. If additional heating is required and the system discharge temperature is at the maximum setpoint, the fan speed shall increase and the system discharge temperature shall increase to maintain the maximum setpoint temperature to maintain space temperature.
E. Heating Mode (Constant Airflow):
1. Chilled water control valve shall be closed.
2. Fan speed shall be at maximum airflow.
3. The reheat shall proportionally energize to maintain space temperature.
F. Morning Warm-Up:
1. During morning warm-up, the minimum outside air damper shall remain closed and the air handler shall energize.
2. The unit shall provide 70 degree F (adj.) supply air.
G. Outside Air:
1. Upon beginning of occupancy plus time delay of x minutes, minimum outside air damper shall open and maintain required airflow.
2. The outside air damper for AHU-X shall modulate to provide design airflow as measured by the airflow measuring stations.
3. Outside air shall be controlled by a return air CO2 sensor in occupied mode.
4. When CO2 sensor is below setpoint, OA shall be at a minimum position.
5. When CO2 sensor is above setpoint, OA shall be a maximum position.
H. Failure Mode:
1. Smoke and fire alarm
2. Temperature low limit
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3. High condensate
I. Override:
1. The system shall operate in occupied mode.
J. Unoccupied Mode:
1. During unoccupied mode, the system shall start if space temperature drops below unoccupied heating setpoint or above unoccupied cooling setpoint.
2. Outside air dampers shall be closed.
3. The system shall operate in cooling or heating mode as required.
K. Dehumidification Mode:
1. If space humidity exceeds sensor setpoint, the fan speed shall be at 50% maximum airflow.
2. The chilled water control valve shall provide 50 degrees F (adj.) coil leaving air temperature.
3. The reheat shall proportionally energize to maintain space setpoint.
4. Once humidity drops below setpoint by “x” percent RH, unit shall return to standard mode.
END OF SECTION 23 0993.1
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SECTION 26 0923 – AUTOMATIC LIGHTING CONTROL
PART 1 - GENERAL:
1.1 SCOPE OF WORK:
A. Furnish, install, and connect all conduit, fittings, boxes, controls, control wiring, and all other devices, whether specified/indicated or not, to produce a complete and functional automatic lighting control system.
1.2 RELATED WORK/SECTIONS:
A. In addition to this section, the Contractor shall refer to other specification sections and drawings to ascertain the extent of work included. This shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
1. Division 1 of the building construction documents.
2. All other Division 26 sections.
3. All Division 27 and 28 sections.
1.3 SUBMITTALS:
A. Submit catalog cuts and descriptive literature for approval in accordance with Section 260500, ELECTRICAL GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.
B. Sufficient information, clearly presented, shall be included to determine compliance with drawings and specifications.
C. Manufacturer shall substantiate conformance to this specification by supplying the necessary documents, performance data, and wiring diagrams. Any deviations to this specification must be clearly stated by letter and submitted.
D. Submit scaled lighting plans clearly marked by manufacturer showing proper product, location, and orientation of each sensor. Scale shall match that used in the Contract Documents.
E. Submit standard catalog literature which includes performance specifications indicating compliance to the specification.
1.4 AS BUILT DRAWINGS:
A. Section 260500, ELECTRICAL GENERAL REQUIREMENTS, shall apply.
1.5 RESPONSIBILITY:
A. All equipment to be the responsibility of the single lighting control manufacturer.
B. Variations from the specified equipment must be approved by the Architect, Owner and Engineer.
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PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS
A. Watt Stopper, Inc. (basis of design) or preapproved Equal. For preapproval, provide all of the information required for review a minimum of ten (10) working days prior to the initial bid date.
B. The listing of any manufacturer as "acceptable" does not imply automatic approval. It is the sole responsibility of the electrical contractor to ensure that any price quotations received and submittals made are for sensors which meet or exceed the specifications included herein.
2.2 OCCUPANCY DETECTION AND CONTROL SENSORS AND SUPPORT COMPONENTS A. All products numbers listed are those of Watt Stopper. See plans for part numbers and device descriptions.
B. Wall switch sensors shall be capable of detection of motion at desk top level up to 300 square feet, and half-step motion up to 1,000 square feet.
C. Wall switch sensors shall accommodate loads from 0 to 800 watts at 120 volts; 0 to 1,000 watts at 277 volts, and shall have 180 degree coverage capability.
D. Bi-level wall switch sensors shall accommodate loads from 0 to 800 watts at 120 volts; 0 to 1,000 watts at 277 volts.
E. Passive Infrared and Dual Technology sensors shall have fully automatic operation.
F. All sensors shall be capable of operating normally with electronic ballast, PL lamp systems, and rated motor loads.
G. Coverage of sensors shall remain constant after sensitivity control has been set. No automatic reduction shall occur in coverage due to the cycling of air conditioner or heating fans.
H. All sensors shall have tool-less accessible, user adjustable controls for time delay and sensitivity. Controls shall be concealed to limit tampering.
I. In the event of failure, a bypass manual override shall be provided on each sensor. When bypass is utilized, lighting shall remain on constantly or control shall divert to a wall switch until sensor is replaced. This control shall be recessed to prevent tampering.
J. Ultrasonic operating frequency shall be crystal controlled to within plus or minus 0.005% tolerance to assure reliable performance and eliminate sensor crosstalk. Sensors using multiple frequencies are not acceptable.”
K. All sensors shall provide a method of indication to verify that motion is being detected during testing and that the unit is working.
L. Where specified, sensor shall have an internal additional isolated relay with Normally Open, Normally Closed, and Common outputs for use with HVAC control, Data Logging, and other control options. Sensors utilizing separate components to achieve this function are not acceptable.
M. All sensors shall have no leakage current to load in manual or in Auto/Off mode for safety purposes and shall have voltage drop protection.
N. All sensors shall have UL rated, plastic enclosures.
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O. Wall switches shall be provided with oversized stainless steel device plates.
2.3 LOW VOLTAGE CONTROLLED RELAY PANELS
A. Interior assembly shall be supplied as a factory assembled component specifically designed and listed for field installation. The interior construction shall provide total isolation of high voltage (Class 1) wiring from low voltage (Class 2) wiring within the assembled panel. The interior assembly shall include intelligence boards, power supply, DIN rails for mounting optional Class 2 control devices, and individually replaceable latching type relays. The panel interiors shall include the following features:
1. Removable, plug-in terminal blocks with screwless connections for all low voltage terminations.
2. Individual terminal block, override pushbutton, and LED status light for each relay.
3. Direct wired switch inputs associated with each relay and group channel shall support two-wire, momentary or maintained contact switches.
4. Digital inputs (four RJ-45 jacks) shall support 1-, 2-, 3-, 4-, and 8-button digital switches, digital IO modules capable of receiving 0-5V or 0-10V analog photocell inputs, digital IO modules capable of receiving momentary or maintained contact closure inputs, digital photocell modules, and digital occupancy sensors.
5. True relay state shall be indicated by the on-board LED and shall be available to external control devices and systems via BACnet.
6. Automatically sequenced operation of relays to reduce impact on the electrical distribution system when large loads are controlled simultaneously.
7. Group, channel, and pattern control of relays shall be provided through a simple keypad interface from a handheld IR programmer. Any group of relays can be associated with a channel for direct on/off control or pattern (scene) control via a simple programming sequence using the relay and channel override pushbuttons and LED displays for channels 1-9 or a handheld IR programmer for channels 1- 99.
8. Relay group status for each channel shall be provided through red LED indicators for groups 1-9 and via BACnet for groups 1-99. Solid red indicates that the last group action called for an ON state and relays in the group are on or in a mixed state.
9. Isolated low voltage contacts provide for true relay status feedback and pilot light indication.
B. Power supply shall be a multi-voltage transformer assembly with rated power to supply all electronics, occupancy sensors, switches, pilot lights, and photocells as necessary to meet the project requirements. Power supply to have internal over-current protection with automatic reset and metal oxide varistor protection.
C. Lighting control panels shall be WattStopper model LMCP8, LMCP24 or LMCP48 as shown on the plans.
D. Relay panels shall provide functionality as described on plans; however, there shall be a minimum of 8 global control channels for each separate system. See low voltage controlled relay panel riser diagrams and lighting control schedules for description of system control requirements.
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E. Relay panels shall be provided with number of relays required to accomplish lighting control indicated on plans plus an additional 30% for future use. Each homerun noted to be controlled by a relay panel shall be provided with a dedicated relay for control.
F. Provide photocontrol package where exterior lighting is to have photocell control.
G. Relays for lighting control shall be mechanically latched and shall maintain state upon loss of power. Electrically held relays for lighting control are not acceptable.
H. User Interface:
1. Each lighting control panel system shall be supplied with at least (1) handheld IR remote programming interface consisting of a keypad and associated OLED display screen. The user interface shall allow setup, configuration, and diagnostics of the panel without the need for software or connection of a computer. The user interface shall have the following functions as a minimum:
2. Set network parameters including panel device ID, MS/TP MAC address, baud rate and max master range.
3. Relay Group creation of up to 99 groups. Group creation shall result in programming of all seven key relay parameters for member relays. The seven parameters are as follows: After-hours Override Time Delay, Normal Hours Override Time Delay, Action on Transition to Normal Hours, Action on Transition to After Hours, Sensor Action During Normal Hours, Sensor Action During After Hours, Blink-Warn Time for After Hours.
4. Program up to 254 separate scheduled events. Events shall occur on seven day intervals with each day selectable as active or inactive, and shall be configurable as to whether the event is active on holidays. Holidays are also defined through the User Interface.
5. Program up to 32 separate Dark/Light events. Events shall have a selectable source as either calculated Astro with delay, or a digital IO module with an integral 0-5V or 0-10V analog photocell. Dark/Light events shall occur on seven day intervals with each day selectable as active or inactive, and shall be configurable as to whether the event is active on holidays.
6. Button binding of digital switches to groups shall be accessible via the handheld IR remote and accomplished from the digital switch station.
7. Programming of panel location information shall be accomplished by the handheld IR remote and include at a minimum LAT, LON, DST zone, and an approximate city/state location.
8. An additional handheld IR remote shall be provided and permanently mounted to the panel interior via a retractable anti-theft lanyard to allow for convenient programming of the panel while assuring that the handheld programmer is always present at that panel. An unlimited number of handheld IR remotes may also be purchased for facilities staff as seen fit by the end user’s representative
2.4 ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEM
A. System General: Provide Wattstopper / Legrand, InFusion Lighting Control System indicated on the Drawings. Provide system with all necessary enclosures, wiring, and system components to ensure a complete and properly functioning system as indicated on the Drawings and this specification.
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1. Description: System shall be capable of switching and dimming incandescent, magnetic low voltage, electronic low voltage, fluorescent, LED, HID, neon, cold cathode, as well as non-lighting loads, such as motors and multiple-speed ceiling fans. Lighting Control System shall provide options for the following dimming requirements: leading-edge and trailing edge phase modulation; pulse-width- modulation; low-voltage (0-10VDC and variants); DALI (Digital Addressable Lighting Interface); DMX 512 and simple switching with latching and non-latching relay modules. Individual dimming loads shall be assignable to any power profile, specifically related to the fixture, and allowing for high-end and low-end trim, as well as pathway adjustment, allowing for best-fit dimming linearity. 2. Features: System shall a. Include system with keypads and touch screens with buttons and software widgets that can be programmed without limitation and modified as per changing requirements. b. Provide the ability to automate events through occupancy sensors, ambient light sensors, magnetic door sensors, as well as timed events. c. Provide for light-level maintenance (daylight harvesting) through use of ambient light sensor and adjustment of artificial lighting and window coverings. d. Provide multiple distributed sensor input points, including user keypads, multiple-input stations, and touch screens. Timed events shall be easily incorporated based on time of day, time intervals (every X seconds, minutes, hours), and relative to sunrise and sunset. e. Capable of incorporating centralized, panel-based load controls as well as distributed, switch-replacement load controls, communicating two- way with system controller via 2-wire low-voltage bus, wireless over-the- air radio frequency signals, and over Ethernet. f. Configurations capabilities should be available from a single system controller. 3. Software: a. All system definition, configuration and programming shall reside in a single project file, editable by means of a single Windows-based application software provided by Lighting Control System manufacturer. The software application shall enable non-lighting automation and control functions as required in project, including audio/video, HVAC, motorized window treatments, alarm systems, etc. Application will provide for definition of each individual control and shall provide for the use of time-based dependencies, occupancy dependencies, system component status and variable-based conditional logic dependencies.
B. Programming Software: 1. System uses a single, comprehensive Windows-based software program for all system programming and setup. 2. Software allows for complete control of each and every load and every station button. 3. Software allows for multiple functions to be set up for each and every load within the system, and to allow for multiple conditional (if...then) logic statements, as well as time delays. 4. Software allows for multiple timed events, based on astronomical and/or real time clock features capable of accessing any and every load within the system. 5. Software provides the capability to turn loads on and off based on load and switch conditions, auxiliary sensor conditions, and other system status as provided and determined by system designer. 6. Software provides the ability to fade loads on and off over selectable time periods in increments of 0.1 second. 7. Software provides a minimum of 400 pre-developed procedures to allow system programmers to quickly accomplish a wide variety of tasks. 8. Software provides the ability to connect remotely to the system, via Internet, to modify system programming, monitor system status, and perform system diagnostics. 9. System diagnostics provides the following capabilities: Processor testing, Module
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testing including dimmer module temperature status, Station testing, button press monitoring, button press history, manual override status, time and data, processor status, etc. 10. Software provides interface capabilities via RS-232 serial connection and by TCP/IP via Ethernet to third party products for two-way control and communication. System command codes and responses shall be published and available for use by the system programmer. 11. Software provides programmer with the ability to email status-specific messages to user, agent or maintenance personnel based on any predefined system event / status. 12. Software provides access to an online library of drivers for third-party devices capable of communication via RS-232, RS-485, TCP/IP and IR. Such driver objects inserted into project file shall be programmed using standard programming procedures as if third-party objects were native to the system. 13. System software allows for system programmer to develop custom drivers for third-party devices. 14. Software which does not support the exportation of functions and customized objects to a library for re-use is not acceptable. 15. Programming Software Name: a. InFusion Design Center.
2.5 CIRCUIT CONTROL HARDWARE:
A. For ease of mounting, installation and future service, control unit(s) shall be able to mount on external J boxes and be integrated self-contained unit consisting internally of load switching control relay and a transformer to provide low voltage power to a minimum of three (3) sensors. 1. Relay Contacts shall have ratings of: 2. 13A 120 VAC Tungsten 3. 20A 120 VAC Ballast 4. 20A 277 VAC Ballast
2.6 CONTROL WIRING:
A. Control wiring between sensors and controls units shall be Class II, 1824 AWG stranded U.L. Classified, PVC insulated or Teflon jacketed cable approved for use in plenums, where applicable.
B. Control wiring shall be installed in conduit, size as required for cabling.
C. Power packs and related devices shall be installed in dedicated junction boxes, size per manufacturer’s installation requirements.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 GENERAL:
A. It shall be the contractor's responsibility with the supplier’s assistance to locate and aim sensory in the correct location required for complete and proper volumetric coverage within the range of coverage(s) of controlled areas. Rooms shall have ninety (90) to one hundred (100) percent coverage to completely cover the controlled area to accommodate all occupancy habits of single or multiple occupants at any location within in the room(s). The locations and quantities of sensors shown on the drawings are diagrammatic and indicate only rooms which are to be provided with sensors. The contractor shall provide additional sensors if required to properly and completely cover the respective room.
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B. Proper judgment must be exercised in executing the installation in the available space and to overcome local difficulties due to space limitations or interference of structural components.
C. The contractor shall adjust the sensitivity and positioning of the sensors to provide proper operation of the sensors.
D. The contractor shall be responsible for programming automatic lighting control relay panels. Final programming schemes shall be coordinated with the Owner.
E. The contractor shall provide factory startup for all low voltage controlled relay panels.
3.2 TESTING AND START-UP:
A. Once the equipment has been installed the Contractor shall notify the manufacturer who shall provide a factory trained engineer to check, program and test the equipment and make adjustments as necessary as required by the owner’s representative.
B. Coordinate directly with the owner's designated representative during testing and start-up to provide pre-programmed scenes of lighting control for all spaces as required.
3.3 PRE-INSTALLATION MEETINGS
A. Convene minimum two weeks prior to commencing Work of this section. Meeting to be attended by Contractor, system installer, factory authorized manufacturer's representative, and representative of all trades related to the system installation.
B. Review installation procedures and coordination required with related Work and the following: 1. Confirm the location and mounting of all devices, with special attention to placement of switches, dimmers, and any sensors. 2. Review the specifications for low voltage control wiring and termination. 3. Discuss the functionality and configuration of all products, including sequences of operation, per design requirements. 4. Discuss requirements for integration with other trades
C. Inspect and make notes of job conditions prior to installation: 1. Record minutes of the conference and provide copies to all parties present. 2. Identify all outstanding issues in writing designating the responsible party for follow-up action and the timetable for completion.
3.4 OWNER TRAINING:
A. Provide eight (4) hours of training to the Owner's representative scheduled at the convenience of the Owner. 1. Person conducting the training and testing shall be knowledgeable in these systems.
2. Contractor shall contact Owner and schedule training with Owner.
3.5 GUARANTEE:
A. Guarantee shall be total and complete and shall be for one (1) year starting with the date of total project acceptance.
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SECTION 26 3213 - ENGINE GENERATORS
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SCOPE OF WORK:
A. Provide factory assembled engine generator set(s) (heretofore referred to as the “set”) and associated equipment as shown on the contract documents and specified herein to provide a NFPA 110 Level 1, Type 10, Class X emergency power supply system (EPSS).
B. Types of equipment and work required include the following:
1. Diesel fuel set and support accessories
2. Sub-base fuel tank and associated piping
3. Weatherproof Sound Attenuating Enclosure
4. Set Foundations
5. Alarm and Annunciator panels
6. Transfer Switch(es)
7. Installation
8. Testing and configuration
9. Startup
10. Demonstration and training
1.2 RELATED WORK/SECTIONS:
A. In addition to this section, the Contractor shall refer to other specification sections and drawings to ascertain the extent of work included. This shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
1. Division 1 including general provisions of the Contract and Supplementary Conditions.
2. Other Division 26000 sections.
1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE:
A. NEC Compliance: Comply with applicable requirements of NEC Articles 445, 700, 701, and 702 pertaining to generators, emergency and standby systems.
B. NFPA Compliance: Comply with applicable requirements of NFPA 20 “Standard for the Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection”, NFPA 30, “Flammable and
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Combustible Liquids”, NFPA 37, "Installation and Use of Stationary Combustion Engines and Gas Turbines" and NFPA 110, “Emergency and Standby Power Systems”.
1. Level 1 prototype tests in accordance with NFPA 110 standard shall have been performed on a complete and functional unit, component level type tests will not substitute for this requirement.
C. UL Compliance: Provide standby power generator system components, including transfer switch, which are UL listed and labeled to the following standards: UL508 – Industrial Control Equipment, UL508A - Industrial Control Panels, UL142 – Sub-base Tanks, UL1236 – Battery Chargers. The set shall be UL 2200 listed. Transfer switches shall be UL listed per Standard 1008, CSA Approved.
D. NEMA Compliance: Comply with applicable requirements of NEMA MG 1-1998, "Motors and Generators", and MG 2, "Safety Standard for Construction and Guide for Selection, Installation and Use of Electric Motors and Generators",
E. ANSI Compliance: ANSI S1.13-1971 “Measurement of Sound Pressure Levels in Air.
F. ISO References:
1. ISO 8528 - Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engine Driven Alternating Current Generator Sets - Part 5 - Generator Sets, latest edition: The set shall perform within the performance class operating limit values for performance class G1.
2. ISO 9001: The generator set manufacturer shall be certified to ISO 9001 International Quality Standard and shall have third party certification verifying quality assurance in design/development, production, installation and service, in accordance with ISO 9001.
G. IEEE Compliance: Standard 446 – Recommended Practice for Emergency and Standby Power Systems for Commercial and Industrial Applications
H. FCC Compliance: Part 15, Subpart B.
I. CSA Compliance: CSA 282, 1989 Emergency Electrical Power Supply for Buildings
J. The manufacturer of the set(s) shall have produced similar equipment for a minimum period of 15 years.
1.4 SUBMITTALS:
A. Shop Drawings: Submit manufacturer's data on the set, associated components and transfer switch. Submittal shall include the following:
1. Documentation of compliance with codes and standards listed under section QUALITY ASSURANCE of this specification.
2. Performance information for the set, including load starting capabilities, set reactive power capability curves and regenerative power ratings.
3. Emissions certifications.
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4. Seismic certifications. See division 26 specification SEISMIC SUPPORT OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT.
5. Layout drawings for major system components and assemblies. Indicate necessary clearance space for removal of engine generator elements for maintenance purposes.
6. Wiring diagrams for system showing interconnection of components. Clearly differentiate between portions of wiring that are manufacturer-installed and portions to be field-wired.
7. Documentation of component tests and performance data noted within other sections of this specification.
B. Equipment Operation and Maintenance Manuals: Prior to EPSS demonstration, submit one (1) copy of the equipment manual containing shop drawings, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings. Include copies of startup/test reports, equipment warrantee and maintenance instructions.
1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING:
A. Equipment delivery shall be scheduled just prior to installation date to minimize on-site storage time and possible damage from adverse conditions. During time equipment is stored on site, equipment shall be located in a dry, covered space completely protected from weather and physical damage prior to installation. Storage conditions shall meet additional requirements of equipment manufacturer.
1. Equipment shall be considered in storage until such time startup of the emergency power system has occurred.
1.6 WARRANTY:
A. All the emergency power supply system components specified herein shall be warranted for a period of five years or fifteen hundred engine generator set operating hours, whichever occurs first, from the date of initial startup.
B. There shall be one source of responsibility for the warranty; parts and service through the set manufacturer representative. Multiple warranties for individual components (engine, alternator, controls, transfer switches, etc.) from individual suppliers or representatives is not be acceptable.
C. The warrantor shall maintain qualified factory trained service personnel with experience on specified equipment and shall be located within 2 hour travel time of the project location.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 SET:
A. Set performance and capacity ratings are specified as installed on site unless noted otherwise.
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B. The set(s) shall be Cummins Power Generation (Basis of design), Caterpillar or MTU engine generator(s), minimum rating of 125kW, 156kVA at 0.8 PF, 60 Hz, 3 phase, 4 wire, 277/480 volts on an emergency/standby power rating at 1800 RPM, 104 degree F ambient temperature at minimum 500ft above sea level.
C. The set components shall be mounted on a structural steel base frame to maintain proper alignment between components, and shall incorporate vibration isolators.
D. The set shall be equipped with a weatherproof sound attenuation housing which shall reduce the engine generator sound pressure levels to a maximum of 75dBA measured at 7 meters. Housing shall be rated for minimum 130 MPH wind speed.
E. The set shall meet current federal, state and local emissions regulations for emergency application engine-generator sets.
2.2 ENGINE:
A. The engine shall be a stationary, liquid-cooled, four stroke diesel cycle engine suitable for use with number 2 diesel fuel. Engine shall be arranged for direct connection to the alternator.
1. Turbocharging with air charge cooling is acceptable where required by engine manufacturer to meet specified unit rating.
B. Engine shall include the following features:
1. Remote two-wire starting, solenoid shift, electric starter with two independent systems to disconnect the starting circuit upon engine starting. The starter shall be capable of a single cranking limiter cycle without overheating or sustaining damage.
a. A single cranking limiter cycle which shall be a minimum of 3 cranking periods of 15 seconds each, with 15-second rest period between cranking periods
2. Positive displacement, engine driven, full pressure lubricating oil pump, oil cooler, full flow oil filter with replaceable elements, dipstick oil level indicator, and oil drain. Oil drain shall be piped to unit housing exterior and provided with a removable plug.
3. Engine mounted primary and secondary fuel filters with replaceable elements, and an engine driven, mechanical, positive displacement fuel pump(s), with automatic fuel shutoff.
4. High pressure electronic fuel injection.
5. Replaceable dry element air cleaner.
6. Engine protective devices shall have sensing elements located on the engine to initiate alarms and engine shutdowns. These shall interface with the ENGINE GENERATOR CONTROL on the generator set. Type and quantities as required
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to provide minimum functionality listed for the ENGINE GENERATOR CONTROL.
7. Engine gauges, including hour meter, water temperature and oil pressure gauges and battery charging alternator ammeter.
8. Engine mounted, belt driven battery charging alternator.
9. Engine mounted, belt driven cooling pump(s), size and quantity as required by engine manufacturer.
10. Engine mounted thermostatically controlled water jacket heater.
a. Water jacket heater shall be rated 208 volts, single-phase, 60 Hz.
2.3 ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM:
A. Engine shall be liquid cooled by a thermostatically controlled radiator system with expansion tank and pusher fan belt driven by engine. System shall be mounted to engine- generator frame. Provide engine manufacturer’s recommend coolant solution.
B. An air-to-air intercooler system for turbo-charged units shall be provided where required by the manufacturer to meet required engine HP at 100% KVA rating of the set.
C. All cooling components shall be installed within the weatherproof housing. Pipe system drain lines to unit housing exterior. Drain line shall have removable cap to prevent plugging from debris and insects.
2.4 ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM:
A. Exhaust silencer shall be provided. It shall be chambered construction of the critical type.
B. Stainless steel seamless flexible exhaust connections shall be provided as required for connection between the engine exhaust manifold and the exhaust silencer piping.
C. Mount and install exhaust components inside the weatherproof housing. Components shall be sized to assure proper operation without excessive backpressure.
2.5 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM:
A. Provide a steel, UL listed, dual-wall sub-base diesel fuel oil storage tank. Tank shall be complete with necessary pipe connections for connection to the engine-generator and approved fill and vent fittings. The sub-base tank shall be located in base of engine- generator set within, or part of, the weatherproof enclosure.
B. Connections between the sub-base tank and engine fuel connections shall be flexible. Fuel hose and fittings shall be rated for minimum 300 degrees F at 100 psi.
1. Connections shall be factory installed.
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C. Furnish and install a low fuel supply sensing device in fuel tank. Device shall signal the alarm annunciator panel specified herein. Sensing device shall be adjusted to signal low fuel level when the tank contains less than one third of its capacity.
D. The sub-base fuel tank shall be sized by engine-generator manufacturer to provide adequate fuel storage to operate the generator for a minimum of 48 hours at set full load rating.
2.6 ENGINE STARTER BATTERY SYSTEM:
A. An engine starter battery and battery charger system shall be provided. Components shall be factory mounted within engine generator set housing.
B. Battery - Provide heavy duty diesel starting flooded cell lead acid batteries, quantity and rating as required for two complete cranking limiter cycles. Batteries shall be installed on a rack within the set housing. Intercell connection and battery cables shall be provided.
1. Battery shall be certified compliant with NFPA 110 for Level 1 applications.
a. Provide battery calculations showing batteries are capable of supporting specified cranking cycles at minimum ambient starting temperature.
2. Batteries shall not be installed until after battery charger is capable of operation.
3. Required battery capacity shall be permanently mark at the battery charger location.
C. Battery Charger – Provide a constant voltage, current limited, battery charger. Charger shall have float, taper, and equalize charge functions and shall be rated for 120 VAC normal power supply. The Battery charger shall:
1. Be suitable for installation within the unit housing.
2. Have fused AC input and fused DC output.
3. Include LED fault displays for AC Fail, High Battery, and Low Battery. Each fault shall also operate a Form C contract.
a. Battery/Charger faults shall be annunciated in accordance with NFPA 110 for a level 1 system.
4. Be capable of fully charging the engine starter batteries within 24 hours from a complete discharge state without sustaining damage to batteries or charger.
5. Include an ammeter and voltmeter functions for monitoring battery status and charging. Meters shall have an accuracy of 5% or better.
6. Be permanently marked with maximum supported battery capacity, nominal output current and voltage.
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2.7 ALTERNATOR:
A. The Alternator shall be a self-aligning, four pole of the synchronous type with revolving field. The winding pitch shall be 2/3. The design shall utilize amortisseur windings and shall be furnished with a direct drive centrifugal blower for proper cooling and minimum noise.
B. The alternator shall be directly connected to the engine flywheel housing and driven through a flexible coupling to insure permanent alignment. Coupling shall be designed to prevent shaft current from flowing.
C. The alternator windings shall utilize class H insulation. The alternator shall be sized such that the temperature rise at 100% of set rating shall not exceed 105 degrees C at 40 degree C ambient temperature.
D. The alternator exciter shall be a 3-phase, full-wave rectified exciter utilizing heavy duty silicon diodes mounted on the common rotor shaft.
E. Voltage regulator supply shall be obtained from a permanent magnet generator (PMG) on common shaft with alternator field and exciter windings. The PMG/exciter shall be sized to provide sufficient excitation to supply 300% of the generator’s rated output current for 10 seconds.
2.8 ENGINE GENERATOR CONTROL:
A. The unit shall be furnished with a microprocessor based integrated control and monitoring system that is factory wired, tested and shock mounted by the unit manufacturer. The control system shall be in a rigid metal enclosure, side mounted on the alternator end of the unit.
B. The control shall include an operator display panel providing the following functionality:
1. Run-Stop-Remote selector switch.
2. Individual status lamps indicating:
Generator Running – Green Not-in-auto mode – Red flashing Low oil pressure – Yellow High engine temperature – Yellow Low oil pressure shutdown – Yellow Over speed shutdown – Yellow Fail to start - Yellow
3. Alphanumeric display panel allowing configuration of operating parameters including cranking cycles, alternator voltage, alternator frequency, time delay start and time delay stop. Display shall also allow the viewing of engine operational parameters such as engine speed, coolant temperature, coolant level, starting battery voltage, battery charger status and oil pressure as well as event logs, hour meter and fault history.
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4. Provide an emergency stop pushbutton switch. Switch shall be a Red "mushroom head" push button. Depressing the emergency stop switch shall cause the generator set to immediately shut down, and be locked out from automatic restarting.
a. The switch shall include a lockout provision for use in safely disabling the generator set for necessary service.
b. Depressing the emergency stop switch shall be annunciated as “Not-in- auto” at the set and at the remote annunciator(s).
c. Switch shall be accessible from enclosure exterior, provide with break- glass cover.
C. Engine Control Functions:
1. The control system provided shall include a cycle cranking system, which allows for user selected crank time, rest time, and # of cycles. Initial settings shall be for 3 cranking periods of 15 seconds each, with 15-second rest period between cranking periods.
2. The control system shall include an engine governor control, which functions to provide steady state frequency regulation. The governor control shall include adjustments for gain, damping, and a ramping function to control engine speed and limit exhaust smoke while the unit is starting.
3. The control system shall include time delay start (adjustable 0 to 300 seconds) and time delay stop (adjustable 0 to 600 seconds) functions.
4. The control system shall include sender failure monitoring logic for oil pressure, and engine temperature which is capable of discriminating between failed sender or wiring components, and an actual failure conditions.
D. Alternator Control Functions:
1. Engine generator control shall include a digital voltage regulation system that is matched and prototype tested by the engine manufacturer with the governing system provided for control of the alternator. It shall be immune from malfunction due to load-induced voltage waveform distortion and provide a pulse width modulated output to the alternator exciter. The voltage regulation system shall be equipped with three-phase line to neutral RMS sensing and shall control buildup of AC generator voltage to provide a linear rise and limit overshoot.
2. Controls shall be provided to monitor the output current of the generator set and initiate an alarm (over current warning) when load current exceeds 110% of the rated current of the generator set on any phase for more than 60 seconds.
3. Controls shall be provided to individually monitor output current of each phase for 1, 2, or 3-phase short circuit conditions. The control/protection system shall monitor the current level and voltage. The controls shall shut down and lock out the generator set when output current level approaches the thermal damage point of the alternator (short circuit shutdown).
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4. Controls shall be provided to monitor the KW load on the generator set, and initiate an alarm condition (over load) when total load on the generator set exceeds the generator set rating for in excess of 5 seconds. Controls shall include a load shed control, to operate a set of dry contacts (for use in shedding customer load devices) when the generator set is overloaded.
5. An AC over/under voltage monitoring system that responds only to true RMS voltage conditions shall be provided. The system shall initiate shutdown of the generator set when alternator output voltage exceeds 110% of the operator-set voltage level for more than 10 seconds, or with no intentional delay when voltage exceeds 130%. Under voltage shutdown shall occur when the output voltage of the alternator is less than 85% for more than 10 seconds.
E. A 120 volt space heater with thermostat shall be provided within generator set control panel to eliminate condensation.
2.9 SET AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES:
A. Each set shall be furnished with a dry contact for remote indication of alarm conditions. Contact shall be normally closed and shall open when an alarm or pre-alarm is present on the remote annunciator or the EPSS is placed in a non-automatic operation mode.
B. Each set shall be furnished with a 120V, 20A GFCI duplex service receptacle installed in weather-proof aluminum box with weather-proof cover. Receptacle shall be located within unit housing.
C. Set annunciation shall be accomplished utilizing a networked remote annunciator. Annunciator shall be a standard product of the unit manufacturer and shall utilize LED (light-emitting-diode) indicators. The annunciator shall also include a lamp test button and audible alarm with silence button. A remote annunciator shall be provided for each set. The following conditions shall be indicated as a minimum:
1. Overcrank
2. Low Water Temp
3. High Engine Temperature Pre-alarm
4. High Engine Temperature
5. Low Oil Pressure Pre-alarm
6. Low Oil Pressure
7. Overspeed
8. Low Fuel Level
9. Low Coolant Level
10. EPS not in Automatic
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11. High Battery Voltage
12. Low Battery Voltage
13. Battery Charger Malfunction
14. Generator Running
15. EPS Supplying Load
16. Normal Utility Power
17. Fault/Common Alarm
2.10 DELAYED TRANSITION AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCHES:
A. Transfer switches shall be UL listed per Standard 1008 and shall be suitable for use on emergency and legally required standby systems in accordance with NFPA 70, 99 and 110. Transfer switches shall be a standard product of the engine generator unit manufacturer.
1. Basis of design is Cummins OTPC series transfer switches.
B. Transfer switches shall be delayed transition switches rated as follows:
1. ATS-EM: 100A, 4 pole, 480V AC, minimum 30KAIC(CB)/200KAIC(FUSE).
2. ATS-SB: 150A, 4 pole, 480V AC, minimum 30KAIC(CB)/200KAIC(FUSE).
C. Transfer switches shall utilize contactor type (NEMA Type A, IEC Type PC) double-throw construction, electrically operated and mechanically held in both normal and emergency positions. Transfer mechanism shall utilize direct acting linear operators.
1. Transfer switches utilizing circuit breakers or molded case switches do not meet the requirements of this specification.
D. Transfer switches shall be rated to carry 100 percent of rated current continuously in the enclosure with ambient temperatures of -40 degrees C (-40 degrees F) to +50 degrees C (+122 degrees F), relative humidity of up to 95% (non-condensing), and altitudes of up to 10,000 feet.
E. Transfer switches shall have minimum withstand and closing ratings (RMS symmetrical amperes) as required for the specified available fault currents. These ratings shall be obtained without contact welding. These fault current ratings shall be verified by UL witnessed test on representative test samples and shall be the ratings listed in the UL listing or component recognition procedures for the transfer switches supplied.
F. Transfer switches shall have full rated lugs for current carrying power source and load conductors inside cabinet.
G. Manual operating handles shall be accessible to authorized personnel only by opening the key locking cabinet door.
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H. Switches shall have covers which allow visual determination of main contact position.
I. Main switch contacts shall be high-pressure silver alloy contacts to resist burning and pitting for long life operation. Switches shall have arc chutes of heat absorbing material and metal leaves for positive extinguishing of arcs. Arc chutes shall have insulating covers to prevent interphase flashover.
J. Transfer switches shall have one Form C, 10 Amp 250 Volt AC auxiliary switch on both normal and emergency sides, operated by the transfer switch. These switches shall be factory wired to and easy access terminal block and shall be used to monitor transfer switch position for controlling indicator lights or other peripheral equipment.
K. Complete AL-CU lugs, UL listed and CSA approved, shall be provided for normal, emergency, and load positions. For 150 ampere and larger switches, top of bottom feed for load connections shall be provided for slim design requiring less wall space. Load connections shall be designed for field relocation, either from top to bottom or vice-versa.
L. Unless noted, or specified otherwise, each transfer switch shall be mounted in separate UL listed, NEMA 1 cabinet with key-locking front door.
M. Provide auxiliary relays, each with 2 normally open and 2 normally closed contacts rated at 6 amps at 600V AC, as required to provide remote indication and controls as indicated on the drawings.
N. See power riser diagram for additional requirements.
2.11 TRANSFER SWITCH CONTROL SYSTEM
A. The transfer switch shall be equipped with a microprocessor-based control system to control operational functions of the automatic transfer switch. The controller shall have a real time clock with rechargeable battery back-up. The system shall be equipped with self- diagnostics which perform periodic checks of the memory I/O and communication circuits, with a watchdog/power fail circuit.
B. The controller shall use industry standard open architecture communication protocol for high speed serial communications via RS422/485 network. The serial communication port shall allow interface to either the manufacturer’s or the Owner’s furnished remote supervisory control.
C. The controller shall include an LCD display, with keypad, which allows access to the system. The controller shall have password protection to limit access to qualified and authorized personnel.
D. The controller shall allow testing of the transfer switch. The test mode shall allow manual start of the generator from the transfer switch controller and shall initiate an automatic transfer from normal to emergency and then back to normal after a programmable time delay.
E. The controller shall have a programmable generator exerciser feature which shall allow for weekly testing at a field settable arbitrary time, with or without transfer of load.
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F. The controller shall be capable of storing the following records in memory for access either locally or remotely:
1. Number of hours transfer switch is in the emergency position (total since record reset).
2. Number of hours emergency power is available (total since record reset).
3. Total transfer in either direction (total since record reset).
4. Date, time and description of the last four source failures.
G. Voltage and frequency on both the normal and emergency sources shall be continuously monitored by the transfer switch control system with the following pickup, dropout and trip setting capabilities:
1. Under-voltage on ungrounded conductors for both normal and emergency sources: Dropout/trip setting shall be adjustable between 75 to 98% of nominal and the pickup/reset setting shall be adjustable between 85 to 100% of nominal. Dropout function shall have a time delay adjustable between 0-4 seconds. Accuracy shall be within 0 to -2%.
2. Over-voltage on ungrounded conductors for both normal and emergency sources: Dropout/trip setting shall be adjustable between 105 to 135% of nominal, pickup/reset shall be set to occur 2% below dropout/trip setting. Dropout function shall have a time delay adjustable between 0-120 seconds. Accuracy shall be within 0 to -2%.
3. Over and Under-frequency for both normal and emergency sources: Pickup/reset setting shall be adjustable between +/-5 to +/-20% of nominal frequency. Dropout/trip setting shall be 1 to 5% beyond Pickup/reset setting with a time delay of 0.1 to 15.0 seconds. Accuracy shall be within +/-0.05 Hz.
4. Voltage and frequency settings shall be field adjustable in 1% increments.
H. The controller shall allow programming of time delays for control of system upon loss or restoration of normal power and system testing. Time delays shall be adjustable through the user interface in 1 second increments:
1. Engine start delay shall be adjustable from 0 to 120 seconds.
2. A time delay shall be provided on transfer to emergency, adjustable from 0 to 60 seconds, for controlled timing of transfer of loads to emergency.
3. Two time delay modes (which are independently adjustable) shall be provided on re-transfer to normal. One time delay shall be for actual normal power failures and the other for the test mode function. Time delay shall be automatically bypassed if the emergency source fails and the normal source is acceptable.
a. Time delay for power failure shall be adjustable from 0 to 120 seconds.
b. Time delay for test mode shall be adjustable from 0 to 30 minutes.
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4. A time delay shall be provided on shut down of engine generator for cool down, adjustable from 0 to 30 minutes.
5. Time delay for delayed transition feature shall be from 0 to 60 seconds.
I. Each transfer switch shall be provided with factory installed power meter functions. Provide current and potential transformers necessary for measurement. Current and potential transformers shall be attached to the enclosure utilizing brackets and screw fasteners. The power meter functions provided shall include:
1. Voltage, phase-to-phase and phase-to-neutral (both normal and emergency sources)
2. Load current, per phase RMS
3. Frequency
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION:
A. EPSS with control wiring, set(s), transfer switch(es), annunciators and other system components shall be installed as indicated on the drawings, as specified herein, and in accordance with approved shop drawings, manufacturer's instructions, and manufacturer's standard specification and dimension sheets.
B. Conduits at the set shall be connected utilizing liquid tight metallic flexible conduit, field coordinate conduit stub-up locations with shop drawings prior to generator pad pour.
C. Label set output circuit breakers indicating transfer switch or load served.
3.2 STARTUP, CONFIGURATION AND TESTING:
A. Engage manufacturer’s factory trained technician to check out the complete installation and to perform startup of the EPSS. This shall include:
1. Commissioning and startup of the set. This shall include configuration of set parameters and testing of engine generator shutdowns and alarms.
2. Configuration of transfer switch parameters, i.e. time delays, pickup and dropout settings.
3. Reactive load bank testing for each engine generator set at 100% of set KVA/PF for 4 contiguous hours.
a. Engine oil pressure, engine temperature and alternator output current and alternator output voltage shall be logged during testing on 15 minute intervals and shall be included in operation and maintenance manuals for records.
4. Testing of transfer switch functions by simulation of power failures and manual operation of controls.
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5. Testing of elevator controls interface.
6. Testing of interface with building automation system.
3.3 DEMONSTRATION:
A. Upon completion of startup, testing and calibration, the EPSS shall be demonstrated to the Engineer. Any deficiencies noted during demonstration shall be corrected and the EPSS re-demonstrated at the discretion of the Engineer.
3.4 OWNER TRAINING:
A. After demonstration and acceptance, Owner training shall be performed by a factory trained employee of the set manufacturer. Training shall include instruction of the correct operation of the EPSS as well as basic testing, trouble shooting and maintenance of the system. The training session shall be scheduled at a time of the Owner’s choosing.
1. Video recordings of the training session shall be made at the Owner’s discretion.
2. The session shall not be scheduled upon the same day as system startup- configuration-testing or Engineer demonstrations.
B. Three copies of the equipment operation and maintenance manuals described under section 1.3 SUBMITTALS shall be supplied to owner prior to final acceptance for use during the training session.
3.5 FUEL: A. Furnish fuel required for check-out, start-up, and testing. After testing and Owner training has been complete the fuel tank shall be filled with #2 diesel fuel.
END OF SECTION 26 3213
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SECTION 28 3111 - FIRE ALARM SYSTEM - VOICE SYSTEM
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SCOPE:
A. General: The work covered by this section of the specifications includes the furnishing of all labor, equipment, materials, and performance of all operations in connection with the installation of a complete networked Fire Alarm & In-Building Fire Emergency Voice Alarm/Communications System as shown on the drawings and as herein specified.
B. The Fire Alarm & Emergency Voice Alarm/Communications System shall provide fire protection and warning to the entire facility.
C. Delineation of work responsibility:
1. The fire alarm system shall be furnished and installed separately from the construction contract by this Fire Alarm System Contractor (FASC).
2. To maintain standardization of systems across the County facilities, Columbia County has an existing contract with a Fire Alarm System Contractor, Nichols Security (contact Mike Fowler). The fire alarm system will be furnished and installed separately from the construction contract by this Fire Alarm System Contractor (FASC). The Owner (Columbia County) will contract directly with the FASC for the fire alarm system work.
3. This General Contractor shall be fully responsible for coordinating this work and for providing empty conduit with pull strings, standard electrical boxes, and special device backboxes per the fire alarm system manufacturer’s installation instructions, for the use of the FASC in installing the fire alarm system.
D. Audible & visual occupant notification configuration:
1. The system shall be configured to automatically activate all visual notification appliances and broadcast an alert tone followed by a pre-recorded voice evacuation message throughout all areas of the facility upon activation of any manual or automatic alarm initiation device.
E. All equipment, devices and wiring required to form a complete code-compliant fire alarm system and comply with the requirements of this specification shall be included.
F. The building's fire alarm system shall signal all system alarm, trouble and supervisory conditions to the owner's designated remote monitoring station via a contractor-furnished digital communicator.
1. All fire alarm systems shall be configured to delay the signaling of building trouble conditions signaling from the moment any trouble condition is detected as noted herein.
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a. Trouble conditions:
1) With exception of primary power failure trouble conditions, only trouble conditions that are sustained for periods that exceed 30 seconds shall signal the owner's designated remote monitoring station.
2) Primary power failure trouble conditions that are sustained for periods of less than 2 hours shall not signal the owner's designated remote monitoring station (to avoid nuisance signaling during short term power failures, short term brownout conditions, etc.).
b. All supervisory conditions detected by the fire alarm systems shall signal owner's designated remote monitoring station immediately.
c. All alarm conditions detected by the fire alarm systems shall signal the owner's designated remote monitoring station immediately.
1.2 RELATED WORK/SECTIONS:
A. In addition to this section, the requirements of the conditions of the Contract, Supplementary Conditions and General Requirements, apply to the work specified in this section.
B. The work covered by this section of the specifications is to be coordinated with the related work as specified elsewhere under the project specifications.
1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE:
A. NEC Compliance: Comply with NEC requirements as applicable to construction and installation of fire alarm systems and components.
B. The complete installation is to conform to the applicable sections of NFPA-72, Local Code Requirements and National Electric Code with particular attention to Article 760.
C. Additionally, the entire installed system and all integrated system operations shall be within the guidelines of the International Building Code.
D. UL Compliance and Labeling: Comply with applicable requirements of UL Standards 827, 864 and 1481 pertaining to fire alarm facilities and installation. Provide fire alarm systems and components which are UL listed and labeled.
E. NEMA Compliance: Comply with applicable portions of NEMA Std. Pub. SB 4 pertaining to installation of fire alarm systems.
F. The fire alarm vendor must have a factory-authorized distributor/service organization located within 120 miles of the project site.
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1.4 SUBMITTALS:
A. Shop Drawings: As a minimum, the fire alarm and fire detection shop drawing submittal shall include the following:
1. Complete data sheets bearing the printed logo or trademark of the fire alarm control panel manufacturer for all equipment including but not limited to the following:
a. Control Panels (FACP)
b. Emergency Voice Communications Panels (FAVC)
c. Amplifiers and remote amplifier panels
d. System power supplies with battery backup and charger
e. Standby batteries and battery charger
f. Power Extenders with battery backup and charger
g. Each separate type of automatic smoke and heat detector to be connected to the system
h. Manual alarm initiating stations
i. Visual alarm notification appliances
j. Audible notification appliances
k. Combination audible/visual notification appliances
l. Remote Annunciator panels
m. Remote Paging Units
n. Control and monitoring modules
o. Magnetic door holders
p. Remote station reporting device (digital communicator)
q. As-Built Drawings Cabinet
r. Any other items of fire alarm equipment required by the drawings and/or specifications
2. Battery manufacturer date-codes keys.
3. Evidence of listing of all proposed equipment by Underwriter’s Laboratories for application as fire alarm equipment.
4. Provide complete narrative descriptions of all system operations including but not limited to alarm initiations, building alarm signals, automatic and manual voice controls, trouble and supervisory signals, auxiliary control module functions, remote annunciator functions, silence and resetting procedures.
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5. Submit a list of every system address provided for alarm initiation, status monitoring, supervised signaling, and auxiliary controls.
6. Complete calculations showing the following:
a. Battery calculations for all system power supplies and amplifiers.
b. Voltage drop (visual notification appliance circuits)
c. Speaker circuit losses.
7. Written certification by the contractor that no battery, power supply or circuit on the system has an electrical load greater than 80% of its actual capacity, when all items are taken into account.
8. Provide scaled floor plans, riser diagrams, factory wiring diagrams, field wiring diagrams indicating the wiring of all devices to include raceway size and routing, junction boxes, and conductor size, type and quantity in each raceway. Show their connections to other systems including but not limited to HVAC systems and fire protection systems. Information to be included on layout plans shall include but shall not be limited to the following:
a. Circuit tags on all circuit legs.
b. Labeling of all initiation devices (to include signaling circuit designation and device address).
c. Labeling of all visual notification appliances with specific device identifier label and notification circuit number.
d. Labeling of all speakers with specific device identifier label and speaker circuit number.
e. Connections to HVAC systems.
f. Connections to fire protection systems.
g. Connections to elevator controls and elevator car power shunt trip circuit breakers.
9. Submit labeling scheme for typical alarm and supervisory points as they are to appear at the specified display points. Include all abbreviations for device types and operational areas.
10. Provide specifications of all cable types labeled with their intended application. This cable shall have been tested and approved by the fire alarm control panel manufacturer for use with the manufacturer's equipment.
11. Provide a table listing all duct smoke detectors, duct width, and sampling tube length for each duct detector application. Duct widths are to be derived from HVAC drawings (where applicable) and verified in the field prior to installation. The contractor is responsible for adjustments to sizes of sampling tubes as needed to adapt to duct size field changes.
12. The Contractor shall not purchase any materials or equipment prior to receipt of approved shop drawings.
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1.5 AS BUILT DRAWINGS:
A. Submit floor plans, one line diagrams, conduit riser, etc.
1.6 SYSTEM SOFTWARE:
A. Provide all fire alarm system operational software to owner that will allow the owner to operate, maintain the systems and make changes, additions and deletions to system initiation devices. Format shall be flash drive.
1.7 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION:
A. The fire alarm system shall be a programmable system with class B signaling and Class B notification circuits.
B. The major system elements include but are not limited to the following items:
1. Control Panels (FACP)
2. Emergency Voice Communications Panels (FAVC)
3. Remote Annunciator panel
4. Remote Paging Unit
5. Amplifiers (integral with control panels or remote as indicated on the drawings)
6. Manual pull stations
7. Visual alarm notification appliances
8. Audible notification appliances
9. Audible/visual notification appliances
10. Smoke detectors
11. Duct smoke detectors
12. Heat detectors (where applicable)
13. Remote station reporting device (digital communicator)
14. Battery packs and chargers at the FACP panel and all remote amplifier panels.
15. Power Extenders with battery backup and charger, locations as shown on plans. Provide additional units as required for power to all notification appliances. Power extenders must be installed in electrical equipment rooms.
C. Conduit routing and system wiring is not shown on the plans. It shall be the responsibility of the fire alarm installer to coordinate with the fire alarm manufacturer to determine the conduit requirements (size and routing) and wiring required for system operation.
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1. Raceways for the fire alarm system specified within shall be provided by the division 28 contractor and shall meet the requirements set forth by division 26 specifications.
D. Surge Protective Devices (SPD) shall be provided as recommended by the manufacturer for all cables (at each end) that enter and leave the buildings. Provide SPD devices at cable termination points.
E. The system shall be electrically supervised non-presignal type.
F. Operation of any manual or automatic device shall:
1. Activate the audible and visual indicators and event message display at the local fire alarm control panel (FACP) and the remote FAA panel(s) indicating the status of the event, initiating device or zone.
2. Activate remote station alarm, supervisory and trouble reporting procedure through the digital communicator and telephone system.
3. Initiate the local emergency visual evacuation signal throughout the building.
4. The system may be "reset" to normal standby condition upon restoring the initiating device to "normal" and activating the "reset" switch on the FACP panel or the "reset" switch at the FAA Panel.
G. All trouble and supervisory events shall cause the audible trouble signal to sound at the system control panels and remote annunciator panels. Trouble and supervisory events shall be silenced locally by a switch at the control panels or annunciator panel. Visual indication of all trouble and supervisory events shall be displayed as follows:
1. The common trouble lamp shall illuminate and the trouble/supervisory event shall be displayed alpha-numerically on the LCD display on the control panels and remote annunciator panels. Visual indication of trouble events shall remain until the condition is corrected and the system is reset. Visual indication of supervisory events shall remain until the condition is corrected and the system is reset (latching applications) or until the supervisory condition is self-restored (non-latching application). Trouble/supervisory events include but are not limited to the following:
a. Ground, fault, or open on a signaling, 24VDC power circuit, or notification circuit.
b. Failure of a system component or device.
c. Loss of 120 volt operating power to control panel (see specifications on delay of remote reporting of this signal).
d. Activation of any fire protection system supervisory point.
H. All system control panels and remote annunciator panels shall display system events via liquid crystal display (LCD) screens. The control panel provided shall be furnished with the largest LCD display panel available by the manufacturer. A consistent system of definitive and distinctive abbreviations shall be utilized to maintain a concise format of all displays. Upon activation of an initiation and/or supervisory device, all control panels shall display information as follows.
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1. Device type (i.e. smoke detector, duct smoke detector, fire suppression system, manual pull station, etc.).
2. Air handler designation (if device is a duct smoke detector located at an air handler).
3. Floor level.
4. For fire protection system flow switches (where applicable), the display shall indicate the zone or area(s) served by that branch of the fire protection system.
5. For fire protection system tamper switches (where applicable), the display shall indicate the room name and room number where device is located.
I. For multiple alarm events, all control panels shall provide a buffer memory and controls to scroll all events on the display panel.
J. All initiating devices shall be equipped with a local LED indicator to indicate alarm status of the device.
K. The system shall contain Class "B" independently supervised initiation device signaling circuits so that a fault in any one zone shall not affect any other zone. The alarm activation of any initiation circuit shall not prevent the subsequent alarm operation of any other initiation circuit.
L. There shall be independently supervised and independently fused notification appliance circuits for alarm horns or chimes (where applicable) and flashing strobes. Disarrangement conditions of any circuit shall not affect the operation of other circuits.
M. All auxiliary manual controls shall be supervised so that all switches must be returned to the normal automatic position to clear system trouble.
N. Each independently supervised circuit shall include a discrete panel readout to indicate disarrangement conditions per circuit.
O. The incoming power to the system shall be supervised so that any power failure must be audibly and visually indicated at the control panel. A green "power on" LED shall be displayed continuously while incoming power is present.
P. The System Expansion Modules shall be electrically supervised for module placement. Should a module become disconnected from the controls, the system trouble indicator must illuminate and audible trouble signal must sound.
Q. The system shall have provisions for disabling and enabling all circuits and initiation devices individually for maintenance or testing purposes.
R. The system shall be configured for control of auxiliary equipment as follows:
1. Provide individual, remote addressable output modules with form "C" contacts for control of auxiliary equipment as noted on the plans.
2. Addressable output modules shall not reset until the system is manually reset.
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3. All addressable output modules shall be configured for programmable activation by any initiation point or grouping of initiation points.
4. Provide heavy duty slave relays as required to accommodate the current and voltage requirements of the peripheral systems connected to the fire alarm system.
1.8 ADDITIONAL CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS FOR FACP PANEL:
A. General:
1. Provide controls at the fire alarm control panel's main display in the form of "toggle" style push buttons located behind the outer door of the FAC panel. The buttons shall be labeled with regards to the affect they have and the part of the system they affect. To activate these options, pressing the desired button once shall illuminate the amber LED beside the button. A status change in the system shall be annunciated by the main display and keypad. Pressing the button again shall deactivate the amber LED and the display shall cause this function to return to its previous state.
2. Provide programmable control switches with amber “active” status LED indicators for the functions specified herein.
3. The system shall allow any combination of these functions to be active at the same time to achieve desired system performance.
B. Provide the following controls:
1. Panel Disable: With this feature activated, the panel shall display all events or conditions currently active on the system; however, all outputs (relays, control modules, audible & visual notification appliances) shall be disabled, even in the event of an alarm. This is a global condition and affects the entire building.
2. HVAC Test Mode: With this feature activated, the panel shall display all events or conditions currently active on the system; however, all outputs (relays, control modules, audible & visual notification appliances) shall be disabled with exception of air handler shutdown functions, even in the event of an alarm. This is a global condition and affects the entire building.
3. Elevator Test Mode: With this feature activated, the panel shall display all events or conditions currently active on the system; however, all outputs (relays, control modules, audible & visual notification appliances) shall be disabled with exception of elevator recall functions, even in the event of an alarm. This is a global condition and affects the entire building.
4. Notification Appliance Test Mode: With this feature activated, the panel shall display all events or conditions currently active on the system; however, all outputs (relays, control module, etc.) with exception of audible & visual notification appliances shall be disabled, even in the event of an alarm. This is a global condition and affects the entire building.
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1.9 POWER REQUIREMENTS:
A. The system shall be provided with sufficient battery capacity to operate the entire system upon loss of normal 120 VAC power in a normal supervisory mode for a period of twenty- four (24) hours with 15 minutes of alarm operation at the end of this period. The system shall automatically transfer to the standby batteries upon power failure.
B. Date marking of batteries:
1. All system batteries shall be engraved with the month/year of manufacture using the month/year format.
2. Where the battery is not marked with the month/year by the manufacturer, the installer shall obtain the date-code and shall mark the battery with the month/year of manufacture.
3. All system batteries shall also be marked with the installation date (using machine generated labels). However, installation dates are not acceptable as a substitute for the date of manufacture.
C. Provide battery chargers at all system panels as recommended by the system manufacturer. The system batteries shall be supervised so that a low battery condition or disconnection of the battery shall be audibly and visually indicated at the control panel. All battery charging and recharging operations shall be automatic. The charging equipment shall be capable of recharging the batteries within 24 hours
1. With exception of batteries for amplifiers, all batteries shall be sized with 20% minimum spare capacity. “Derating” factors do not qualify as spare capacity.
2. Batteries for amplifiers shall be sized for full capacity of amplifiers, not speaker circuit loading.
D. All circuits requiring system operating power shall be 24VDC and shall be individually fused at the control panel.
1.10 COMMUNICATION WITH ADDRESSABLE DEVICES:
A. Communication with addressable devices: The system must provide communication with all initiating and control devices individually. All of these devices are to be individually annunciated at the FACP panel and FAA panel. Annunciation shall include the following conditions for each point:
1. Alarm
2. Trouble
3. Open
4. Short
5. Ground
6. Device Fail/or Incorrect Device
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B. All addressable devices are to have the capability of being disabled or enabled individually.
C. Identification of Addressable Devices: Each addressable device must be uniquely identified by an address code entered on each device at time of installation. The use of jumpers to set address will not be acceptable due to the potential of vibration and poor contact.
D. Wiring Type, Distances, Survivability and Configurations: Wiring types will be approved by the equipment manufacturer. The system must allow up to 2,500 feet wire length to the furthest addressable device.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS:
A. Columbia County has standardized on Siemens Fire Alarm systems. Provide fire alarm system components and devices as manufactured by Siemens (no equal).
2.2 GENERAL:
A. Furnish and install a complete Fire Alarm System as described herein and as shown on the plans. Include a control panel, manual pull stations, automatic fire detectors, horns, strobe units, monitoring devices, control devices, all wiring, connections to devices, outlet boxes, junction boxes, and all other necessary material for a complete operating system.
B. All panels and peripheral devices shall be the standard product of a single manufacturer and shall display the manufacturer's name on each component.
C. The fire alarm system must be capable of being programmed by the Owner. All passwords and programming information shall be provided at the request of the Owner
2.3 FIRE ALARM CONTROL PANELS AND EMERGENCY VOICE CONTROL UNITS (FACP/FAVC):
A. Each Fire Alarm Control Panel shall be modular with solid state, microprocessor based electronics. It shall display only those primary controls and displays essential to operation during a fire alarm condition.
B. Each fire alarm control panel shall allow for loading or editing special instructions and operating sequences as required. The system is to be capable of on site programming to accommodate and facilitate expansion, building parameter changes or changes as required by local codes. All software operations are to be stored in a non-volatile programmable memory within the fire alarm control panel. Loss of primary and secondary power shall not erase the instructions stored in memory.
C. The ability for selective input/output control functions based on ANDing, ORing, NOTing, timing and special coded operations is to also be incorporated in the resident software programming of the system.
D. A local audible device shall sound during Alarm, Trouble or Supervisory conditions. This audible device shall sound differently during each condition to distinguish one condition from another without having to view the panel. This audible device shall also sound
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differently during each keypress to provide an audible feedback (chirp) to ensure that the key has been pressed properly.
E. Primary Keys and Panel Display:
1. The Control Panel's display shall be backlit for enhanced readability. So as to conserve battery standby power, it shall not be lit during an AC power failure unless an alarm condition occurs or there should be keypad activity.
2. The display shall support both upper and lower case letters. Lowercase letters shall be used for softkey titles and prompting the user. Uppercase letters shall be used for System Status Information. A cursor shall be visible when entering information.
F. Equipment Enclosures: Provide cabinet(s) of sufficient size to accommodate the aforementioned equipment. The cabinet(s) shall be equipped with locks and transparent door panel(s) providing freedom from tampering yet allowing full view of the various lights and controls.
G. The maximum time period allowable between an alarm initiation and status display at the FACP and FAA panels shall be 5 seconds.
H. All panel functions shall be field programmable.
I. Remote reporting shall be provided via a digital cellular communicator (redundant communication path not required per 2013 NFPA-72, Part 26.6.3.1.5).
1. Provide a digital cellular alarm communicator (CDACT) capable of programmable point (device) transmission of fire alarm, supervisory and trouble signals to a UL Listed Central Station or Remote Monitoring Station (Owner preference). The CDACT shall be programmed and configured to report alarm, trouble and supervisory signals based on individual initiation device point addresses as well as general system trouble conditions.
2. Provide one (1) year of monitoring service.
3. Provide an exterior-mounted remote antenna (coordinate location with Engineer/Owner) as required for boosting signal strength. Provide coax cable as required in ¾” conduit between the remote antenna and the communicator. Coordinate all work with the Owner and the Owner’s remote monitoring station service provider.
J. An Emergency Voice Alarm/Communications System shall be provided and configured as follows:
1. The system shall be configured and U.L. 2572 listed for mass notification (MNS).
a. The automatic voice message shall be programmed for fire alarm evacuation only. The evacuation message shall be preceded by a 1,000KHz alert tone (3 times), originating from a tone generator, followed by the following pre-recorded female voice message (or approved equal messaging): “Your attention please (2 times). A fire alarm has been reported in the building. Please proceed quietly and calmly the nearest stairway and exit the building. Do not use the
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elevators”. The alert tone and voice message shall repeat until the system is reset or silenced.
b. Programming of other automatic MNS messaging shall be provided by the Owner in the future:
2. System shall be integrated with the main control panel (FACP).
3. The system shall support up to fifteen (15) amplifiers (integral with FACP or remote) connected via 2-wire VBUS.
4. The integrated voice system shall utilize central or distributed amplification configured as required for optimum system performance (per manufacturer’s system requirements).
5. The voice system shall utilize 25vrms or 70vrms remote amplifier panels and transformers as required for distribution to all system speakers. The amplifiers shall be modular and sized as required to supply a minimum of 0.5 Watts of power for each connected system speaker (greater where required per speaker tap schedule shown on the drawings). Amplifiers shall automatically transfer to standby battery when commercial power fails or is disconnected.
a. Provide a minimum of one backup amplifier and associated backup audio controls at each amplifier location configured such that, if any primary amplifier fails under any circumstances, all paging zone(s) served by that primary amplifier shall be automatically switched to the backup amplifier without disruption to the affected paging zones.
6. The audio control modules supplied shall communicate with the fire alarm master via high speed network communications lines.
a. Provide a microphone preamplifier circuit.
b. A tone generator capable of providing a variety of tones for use in the system shall be included. Software configuration shall determine which tone usage. Minimum available signal configurations shall be:
1) low Whoop, Hi/Lo and Wail.
2) 900Hz,10 00Hz, 2000Hz, Horn, and Chime; each steady, zone coded, individual coded or pulsed at 120 ppm, 30 ppm, or temporal code 3.
c. A backup tone card shall be furnished for the audio control module.
7. The master microphone module and master telephone shall be permanently mounted behind the locked access door, visible through the viewing window in the FACP panel(s) and provide firefighters with the means of issuing voice message instructions to specific audio zones, groups of zones or all zones. The microphone, telephone, and the press-to-talk switches shall be supervised. This module shall contain a local speaker with volume control to monitor selected audio channels.
8. All amplifiers shall be supervised and provide automatic switching of backup amplifier outputs.
9. Manual switch and annunciator modules shall be provided on the face of the FACP panel(s) and remote microphone unit(s) in quantities required by the system. Module circuit labels shall be color coded to indicate speaker control
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and telephone control. Each LED shall be capable of displaying status of the controlled zone via three different colors in either a steady or flashing state to denote the active status circuit and indicate trouble. All switch activation and LED status indications shall be software mapped to any system functions desired. Systems requiring the use of multiple switches to activate groups of zones or functions shall not be acceptable.
K. FACP panels shall be Siemens XLS series (no equal).
2.4 ALARM NOTIFICATION DEVICES:
A. Devices include:
1. Speaker/strobes (combination audiovisual)
2. Strobes (visual only)
3. Speakers (audible only)
4. Weatherproof chime/strobes (combination audiovisual for sprinkler water flow alarm applications)
B. Speakers and visual alarm devices shall meet the following requirements:
1. Strobes shall have candela ratings as noted on the drawings.
2. Speakers:
a. Supervised with DC blocking capacitor.
b. Mylar cone, sealed back construction.
c. 25VRMS or 70 VRMS.
d. dBA outputs (measured at 10') at all power taps:
1) 79 dBA @ 1/4W
2) 82 dBA @ 1/2W
3) 85 dBA @ 1W
4) 88 dBA @ 2W
e. Frequency response: 400Hz - 4KHz (fire alarm signaling)
f. Off-white speaker baffle color
g. UL 1480 listed as a Speaker Appliance for wall or ceiling mounted configuration as shown on the drawings.
C. Visual components shall operate from the 24V DC polarized indicating circuits.
D. All visual devices shall have met the equivalent requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
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E. All devices shall mount on 4 x 4-inch or 2-gang flush mounted electrical boxes. Box depth shall be coordinated with device supplier.
F. Devices shall be U.L. listed as weatherproof assemblies for outdoor applications exposed directly to weather with silicone sealing.
2.5 ADDRESSABLE DEVICE TYPES:
A. General: The system control panels, over the two wire signaling channels, must be capable of communicating with the types of addressable devices specified below. All smoke detectors and heat detectors and the associated control panel hardware and software shall utilize the latest and most advanced intelligent detection technology available from the manufacture at the time of bidding.
B. Photo-electric Smoke Detectors:
1. Photo-optic sensing chamber, UL listed to Standard 268.
2. Low voltage, 2-wire solid state design incorporating tamper proof, plug-in head assembly.
3. Tamper-resistant design.
4. Intelligent addressable design with integral addressable transponder. Detector shall utilize fuzzy logic intelligence to continually analyze the ambient conditions present and shall signal the host control panel accordingly when ALARM or TROUBLE conditions are detected.
5. Separate detector mounting base: Molded construction equipped with terminal screws for all wiring connections, designed for mounting on any standard 4 inch square outlet box for concealed wiring, or special box for surface raceway.
6. Design to produce TROUBLE signal if detector head is removed from its mounting base and ALARM signal if detection chamber is removed.
7. LED that blinks when sensor is being polled and glows steady when in alarm.
8. Factory set device type code.
9. Where required for door holder release, provide relay base with detector.
C. Automatic heat detectors: Combination rate-of-rise and fixed temperature type.
1. Combination rate-of-rise and fixed temperature type (135 degrees F threshold), automatically restorable.
2. Low voltage, 2-wire solid state design incorporating tamper proof, plug-in head assembly.
3. Tamper-resistant design.
4. Intelligent addressable design with integral addressable transponder. Detector shall utilize fuzzy logic intelligence to continually analyze the ambient conditions
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present and shall signal the host control panel accordingly when ALARM conditions are detected.
5. Separate detector mounting base: Molded construction equipped with terminal screws for all wiring connections, designed for mounting on any standard 4" square outlet box for concealed wiring, or special box for surface raceway.
6. Detector shall report the detector status to the control panel. The control panel shall determine whether the condition at the detector is indicative of a NORMAL, ALARM, or SENSOR TROUBLE condition.
7. Design to produce TROUBLE signal if detector head is removed from its mounting base and ALARM signal if detection chamber is removed.
8. LED that blinks when sensor is being polled and glows steady when in alarm.
9. Factory set device type code.
D. Automatic fire detectors for ductwork:
1. Provide intelligent, addressable type photo-electric smoke detectors as specified herein.
2. Duct accessories: Smoke detector housing with pre-cut keyed air sampling tubes (suitable for mounting detector either perpendicular or parallel to ducts) custom sized per air handler ductwork. Field verify all duct dimensions prior to ordering sampling tubes. Uniform width sampling tubes cut in the field to fit ductwork are not acceptable.
3. Provide recessed adjustable screw to permit regulation of air flow, designed to allow easy detector removal for cleaning or service without removing entire unit from duct.
4. Provide a remote alarm indicator station with red LED alarm lamp for each duct detector in a readily accessible location near each detector. Wire alarm indicator station to its respective detector.
a. Permanently label each alarm indicator station with the respective air handler designation.
E. Addressable Pull Stations:
1. Pull stations shall be addressable. The stations shall be manufactured from high impact red Lexan or cast metal. Lettering shall be raised and painted white. Stations shall be single-action pull type requiring a firm downward pull to activate.
2. The station shall mechanically latch upon operation and remain so until manually reset by opening with a key common to all system locks.
3. The front of the station is to be hinged to a backplate assembly and must be opened with a key to reset the station. The key shall be common with the control panels. The station shall consist of high impact Lexan, red in color.
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4. The addressable manual station shall be capable of field programming of its "address" location on an addressable signaling line circuit.
5. There shall be no limit to the number of stations which may be activated or "in alarm" simultaneously.
2.6 DOOR HOLDERS: MAGNETIC TYPE:
A. 24 volt D.C. electromagnetic door holder/releases shall be provided at fire rated barriers, where shown on the Fire Alarm Drawings and shall be controlled with addressable control modules by the local building fire alarm control panel. Furnish, install, and wire one addressable control module for each door holder or pair of door holders for double doors. Furnish, install and wire a 24 volt D.C. power circuit for all door holders at fire rated barriers from the local fire alarm control panel. Doors shall be configured for release as noted on the drawings.
B. Electromagnetic door holder/releases shall be furnished and installed by the Electrical Contractor.
2.7 CONTROL MODULES:
A. Addressable (field programmable).
B. Supervised.
C. Lexan coverplate.
D. Contacts shall be form "C", rated at 2A, 24 VDC and 0.5A, 120 VAC.
E. Where higher contact current ratings are required for the controlled device, provide heavy duty relays with proper Form "C" contact ratings slaved directly off of a control module through a supervised control circuit.
F. Provide supervised 24VDC circuits as required, powered from the local fire alarm control panel, for activating control modules and relays.
G. Coordinate contact voltage and current ratings with ratings of controlled devices.
2.8 MONITORING MODULES:
A. Addressable (field programmable).
B. Supervised.
C. Lexan coverplate.
D. Field assignable personality codes as follows: 1. Normally open alarm - Latching 2. Normally open alarm - Delayed latching 3. Normally open active - Non-latching 4. Normally open active - Latching
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2.9 REMOTE ANNUNCIATOR PANELS:
A. The FAA panel shall be integrated within the FCC panel and mounted such that the top of the highest control switch is 54" AFF.
1. The remote annunciator shall be integral with the remote paging unit panel enclosure.
B. All FAA annunciator panels shall have the following features: 1. Mircroprocessor based with EPROM memory buffer. 2. Trouble buzzer. 3. Back-Lit, 80 character liquid crystal display (LCD) screen (alpha/numeric). 4. Indicator LED's: a. Normal b. Alarm c. Supervisory d. Trouble 5. Password enabled control of all panel control functions. 6. Panel control functions shall be configured as follows
Control Switch Software Configured Setting
Back scroll Enabled
Next/ Acknowledge Enabled scroll
Trouble silence (for Enabled Local FAA buzzer only)
Alarm Silence (Silences Enabled Horns)
Reset Disabled (May Override by Password)
Drill/All Call Disabled (May Override by Password)
C. Annunciator panels shall display system events as specified in part 1.
D. The annunciator panel shall be compatible with the FACP panel communications protocol.
E. The annunciator panel shall display all points that report to its host FACP panel.
F. The annunciator panel shall have a user-selectable auto acknowledge software feature whereby all inactive messages are automatically purged from the memory buffer and the
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internal tone generator is disabled upon system reset. The auto-acknowledge feature shall be enabled as the default mode.
G. Provide supervised 24VDC power to the FAA panel from the host FACP panel.
2.10 REMOTE PAGING UNITS:
A. Where shown on the plans, provide and install remote paging units, wall mounted in a flush style enclosure 54" AFF (measured to top of highest control switch).
1. The remote paging unit shall be integral with the remote annunciator panel enclosure.
B. Remote Paging Units shall have the following features:
1. Microphone unit with primary features that match the microphone unit provided in the FAVC panel.
2. Digital audio communications path derived from the Voice Communications Panel (FAVC).
3. A minimum of 12 programmable buttons with active/inactive status indicators that shall be programmed for selection of the following select be used for a range of functions, including:
a. Each paging zone.
b. All-call paging.
c. Control for HVAC shutdown, door release, or other emergency functions.
d. Initiation of recorded messages and other event annunciation.
e. Other functions programmed as directed by the Owner (coordinate prior to programming).
2.11 AS-BUILT AND O & M CABINET:
A. Provide a heavy duty red hinged cabinet with locking door adjacent to the FAC panel for, NFPA-72 Record of Completion and for storage of the on-site fire alarm as-built drawings and O & M manual.
B. The cabinet shall be a surface type enclosure constructed of 16 gauge cold rolled steel and shall be finished with a durable red textured, heat- resistant baked-on enamel finish.
C. The cabinet door shall have a stainless steel piano hinge and a high security CAT 30 keyed door lock. The lock shall be keyed like the fire alarm cabinet.
D. The cabinet shall have a factory mounted code/graphic frame mounted on the door to house the required UL Fire Alarm System Certificate and NFPA-72 Record of Completion document.
1. The frame shall be 8.75” X 11.125” and shall be manufactured from 18 gauge steel with a baked-on red paint finish.
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2. The frame shall be provided with a shatter proof Lexan glass
E. Dimensions:
1. Cabinet: 26-1/4” W x 14-1/4” H x 4” D
2. Door: 8-1/2” W x 11” H
F. Model:
1. Cabinet: Space Age #SSU00677 (or approved equal)
2. Door: Space Age #SSU52010 (or approved equal)
2.12 SYSTEM WIRING:
A. General:
1. Wiring Type, Distances, Survivability and Configurations: The system must allow up to 2,500 feet wire length to the furthest addressable device.
2. All cables installed underground or below building foundations shall be U.L. listed for exposure to wet locations (West Penn Aquaseal or approved equal).
3. All signaling circuit cables and voice audio circuit cables shall be provided as follows.
a. NEC Type FPLP for all non-riser type cables (U.L. listed for fire alarm use).
b. NEC FPLR for all floor-to-floor riser type cables (U.L. listed for fire alarm use).
c. Minimum size shall be #18AWG.
4. All floor-to-floor cables serving non-voice audible notification appliances, visual notification appliances, and 24VDC powered devices shall be provided as follows (manufacturer’s requirements shall take priority):
a. NEC Type FPLR riser type cables, manufactured specifically for fire alarm system applications.
b. Minimum size shall be #14AWG.
5. All horizontal circuits serving non-voice audible notification appliances, visual notification appliances, and 24VDC powered devices shall be provided as follows (manufacturer’s requirements shall take priority):
a. NEC Type FPLP, manufactured specifically for fire alarm system applications (non-riser type cables).
b. 600V, THWN insulated wiring.
c. Minimum size shall be #14AWG.
6. Separation shall be maintained for circuits utilizing copper conductors as required per NFPA 70, Article 760.
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B. Initiation device signaling circuit pathways shall be Class B.
1. Floor-to-floor initiation device signaling circuit cable shall be FPLR type as classified by NEC Article 760.
C. Network signaling circuit pathways shall be Class B.
1. Cable for FACP network between buildings shall be fiber optic cable of the size and type as recommended by the equipment manufacturer and U.L. listed for its intended fire alarm application.
D. Visual notification appliance circuit pathways shall be Class B.
E. Notification appliance circuit pathways shall be Class B.
F. All circuits shall be protected (power limited) as required per NFPA 70 to allow notification circuits to be installed in the same conduit as initiation and signaling circuits.
G. Fire Alarm circuits may be solid or stranded as recommended by the equipment manufacturer for each specific application.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 GENERAL INSTALLATION:
A. The Contractor is responsible for assuring that conduit size and wire quantity, size, and type is suitable for the equipment supplied. The Contractor shall review the proper installation of each type of device with the equipment supplier.
B. All wiring shall be installed in conduit in unfinished spaces and above ceilings, and unless noted otherwise shall be installed in wiremold where located below finished ceilings in finished spaces.
C. Furnish and install the system in accordance with the plans and specifications, all applicable codes and the manufacturer's recommendations. All wiring shall be installed in strict compliance with all the provisions of NEC - Article 760 A and C, Power-Limited Fire Protective Signaling Circuits or if required may be reclassified as non-power limited and wired in accordance with NEC-Article 760A and B. Upon completion, the Contractor shall so certify in writing to the Owner.
D. For ceiling device installations in suspended tile ceilings, adjustable T-bars & extra deep boxes shall be provided to accommodate specific ceiling types and to provide ample capacity and space for wiring pulling and circuit terminations.
E. Backboxes for all speakers and speaker/strobes shall be extra deep type with depth as required per the manufacturer’s published appliance data sheet.
F. The Contractor shall clean all dirt and debris from the inside and the outside of the fire alarm equipment after completion of the installation.
G. Make all fire alarm wiring continuous from control panel (or power extender panel) to device terminals.
H. T-taps are not allowed without approval (submit formal request for specific T-tap applications early in submittal phase and prior to submittal of layout drawings)
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I. Protect detectors during construction period as required by NFPA-72.
J. Smoke detectors shall be mounted only in an orientation for which they have been listed.
1. Smoke detectors shall not be located any closer than 3'-0" from any ceiling type HVAC supply or return air grille and shall not be located anywhere within the direct path of any side-wall type HVAC supply air grilles. Separation shall be greater where higher air velocities dictate and smoke detection performance is likely to be impaired. All devices requiring relocation after installation that were not brought to the attention of the Engineer shall be relocated at the Contractor’s expense.
K. Duct smoke detectors shall be installed by the Division 23 Contractor in supply air ducts where indicated on the HVAC drawings.
L. Final locations of all visual notification appliances and combination visual/audible notification appliances shall be adjusted as required up to 3’ maximum from the nearest obstruction (casework, smart board projectors, etc.) to provide unobstructed direct visibility of all visual appliances in the field of view. Review Architectural drawings (where applicable) prior to rough-in phase and report all discrepancies to the Engineer in writing. All devices requiring relocation after installation that were not brought to the attention of the Engineer shall be relocated at the Contractor’s expense
M. Installation and testing of all fire alarm system devices and equipment shall be performed by a qualified electronics contractor licensed specifically for signal systems installation. This Contractor shall be a factory trained representative of the equipment manufacturer and shall be licensed and authorized to install and maintain the fire alarm system approved for the installation.
3.2 CONTROL MODULES
A. Control modules shall be installed within 18 inches of their associated devices to be controlled and in a readily accessible location.
B. Verify locations of interface points with all external systems in the field with the trades responsible for installation of those system prior to conduit rough-in.
C. Provide control module interfaces for systems including but not limited to the following:
1. HVAC unit controllers
2. Smoke door and fire curtain releasing mechanisms
3. Elevator recall
3.3 MONITORING MODULES
A. Monitoring modules shall be installed within 24 inches of their associated devices to be controlled and in a readily accessible location.
B. Verify locations of interface points with all external systems in the field with the trades responsible for installation of those system prior to conduit rough-in.
C. Provide monitoring module interfaces for systems including but not limited to the following:
1. Fire suppression systems
2. Other (as noted on the drawings)
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D. The contractor shall be responsible for assigning the proper "personality code" for each monitoring module depending on the application.
3.4 PROGRAMMING
A. The system installer shall provide complete programming for all systems whether programming is factory installed or installed in the field by the system installer.
B. The system installer shall derive all user specified programming information (building designations, room descriptions, etc.) from the actual room names and numbers not the drawings. Obtain proposed room name designations from the signage schedule provided by the Owner. Verify with all changes with the Owner prior to programming.
C. All programming changes required by the Owner to render the system usable and functional by the Owner's standards shall be made at the contractor's expense.
3.5 PANEL LABELING:
A. All control panels, power extender panels and annunciator panels shall be permanently labeled with their respective panel designations in accordance with general Division 26 labeling requirements.
B. All Fire Alarm panels powered with 120V A.C. power shall be permanently labeled with the following information in accordance with general Division 26 labeling requirements
1. Room name/number containing the 120V panelboard feeding the fire alarm panel.
2. Host 120V branch circuit panelboard and branch circuit number designation.
3.6 120V BRANCH CIRCUIT BREAKER LOCK-OUT, MARKING, AND LABELING:
A. All 120V branch circuit breaker handles serving fire alarm panels shall be provided with a “lock-out” type accessory per NFPA-72 requirements with a pad lock (keyed alike - furnish ten keys to the Owner) that allows the circuit breaker to be locked in the “ON” position and allow the circuit breaker to trip in an overload condition.
B. All 120V branch circuit breaker handles serving fire alarm panels shall be permanently marked with red color per NFPA-72 requirements.
C. The 120V panelboard index circuit designations for all 120V branch circuit panelboards serving fire alarm panels shall be identified typically “FIRE ALARM CIRCUIT-FACP”, FIRE ALARM CIRCUIT-FPE”, etc. per NFPA-72 requirements.
3.7 TESTING, GUARANTEE, SERVICE:
A. Provide initial certification testing of the system in accordance with the procedures outlined in NFPA 72. The minimum required tests are as follows:
1. Verify the absence of unwanted voltages between circuit conductors and ground.
2. Test all conductors for short circuits utilizing an insulation testing device.
3. Speaker testing requirements:
a. After all speaker taps have been properly set in accordance with the Construction Documents, test all Acoustically Distinguishable Spaces for intelligibility in accordance with applicable NFPA-72 testing
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requirements using a certifiable, listed, calibrated intelligibility meter. Test methods shall be one of the following:
1) STI (Speech Transmission Index).
2) STIPA (Speech Transmission Index – Public Address).
3) Ref. IEC 60268-16. The Objective Rating of Speech Intelligibility by Speech transmission Index, 1998.
b. Testing shall be performed after all room finishes are complete and all furniture is in place.
c. All testing shall be performed in strict accordance with NFPA-72 guidelines and in strict accordance with the testing guidelines published by the test instrument manufacturer.
4. Verify the control unit is in the normal condition as detailed in the manufacturer's operating and maintenance manual.
5. Test each initiating and notification circuit. One connection each should be opened at not less than 10 percent of the initiating and notification devices.
6. Test each initiating and notification device for alarm operation and proper response at the control unit. Test smoke detectors with listed aerosols acceptable to the manufacturer or other such testing methods which are approved by the manufacturer.
7. Test the system for all specified functions in accordance with the manufacturer's operating and maintenance manual.
8. Test both primary power and secondary power. Verify, by test, the secondary power system is capable of operating the system for the period and in the manner specified.
9. Verify that each alarm notification device functions as specified. Determine that the system is operable under trouble conditions as specified.
10. Duct Smoke Detector Testing:
a. To verify the correct sampling of air to all duct smoke detectors, use a manometer to measure the differential pressure created from air flow across the sampling tubes of all duct smoke detectors. Record this pressure on a chart listing all duct smoke detectors and provide a copy of this chart in the O & M manuals.
b. Use ignitable smoke emitters (by Regin, STI, or equal) to smoke test all duct detectors by introducing test smoke into the air ducts.
11. Coordinate testing with the Engineer and Owner to verify proper wiring of all required interfaces with external systems.
12. Provide all labor required for making one post-acceptance testing field adjustment to all audible notification appliance dB settings as directed by the Owner, Engineer, or Authority Having Jurisdiction (final scope of adjustments to be established by the Engineer following acceptance testing).
13. Provide all other testing required by NFPA 72 but not specified herein.
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B. Document all testing in accordance with the National Fire Alarm Code. Submitted documentation shall include but shall not be limited to the following items: 1. Fully completed NFPA-72 Record of Completion form (2013 Edition). 2. Fully completed NFPA-72 Inspection and Testing form (2013 Edition). 3. All duct detector manometer test results. 4. Intelligibility test results (measurements taken and STI or STIPA test scores)
C. Upon completion, the Contractor shall conduct a functional test of the entire system for the Authority Having Jurisdiction, Owner and Engineer.
1. Additional testing and demonstration for the Authority Having Jurisdiction, Owner and Engineer shall be provided as required until the system is demonstrated to be free of unexplained alarms, troubles, faults, or any abnormalities.
D. In the event that additional software programming is necessary to complete the tests, the system shall be completely retested as outlined in this section at the contractor’s expense.
E. All components, parts and assemblies supplied by the manufacturer shall be guaranteed by the manufacturer against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three (3) years. The equipment manufacturer shall provide normal labor service as required during this period at no cost to the Owner and shall respond to any call within two (2) hours 24 hours a day, seven days per week.
F. The equipment manufacturer shall have a local branch office or authorized factory distributor staffed with trained, full-time employees who are capable of performing testing, inspection, repair and maintenance services for the life of the fire alarm system.
3.8 COMPLETION:
A. Upon completion of the work, remove excess debris, materials, equipment, apparatus, tools and the like and leave the premises clean, neat and orderly.
B. Certification:
1. The contractor shall certify in a letter to the Engineer that the complete system has been checked in accordance with the required NFPA-72 testing standards and has been installed in accordance with the contract documents and that all items have been labeled.
C. A factory representative shall provide a minimum of 8 hours of owner training in the complete operation and maintenance of the fire alarm system. Final training schedule shall be scheduled with the Owner before building acceptance.
D. Two (2) weeks prior to the final completion, provide to the Owner (through the engineer) a complete printout of the system programming along with CD Rom disk copy of the program. CD Rom disks shall include all manufacturer’s software necessary to perform maintenance and adds. Software shall be installed on the Owner's computer as directed by Owner. Moves and changes to the system shall be provided to the Owner two (2) weeks prior to the final completion.
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3.9 SPARE PARTS:
Device Qty.
Smoke detectors 4 Complete duct smoke detector assembly (including detector, housing and sampling tube) 2 Manual pull stations 2 Speaker/strobe units (ceiling type) 2 Strobe units (ceiling type) 2 Speaker only units (ceiling type) 2 Speaker/strobe units (wall type) 2 Strobe units (wall type) 2 Speaker only units (wall type) 2 Monitoring module 2 Control modules 4
3.10 KEYS
A. Keys and locks for all equipment shall be identical where possible. Provide not less than six keys of each type required. Identify keys by an appropriate number stamped on each key or on a metal tag attached thereto. Provide a key numbering chart in the operation and maintenance manual furnished.
END OF SECTION 28 3111
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