SECTION 16740 DATA COMMUNICATIONS Logo Display hidden notes to specifier by using “Tools”/”Options”/“View”/”Hidden Text”. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Quiktron, Inc.; custom manufacturing of fiber optic and copper cable assemblies. This section is based on the products of Quiktron, Inc., which is located at: 21 B Avenue West Albia, IA 52531 Toll Free Tel: (800) 361-0471 Email: [email protected] Web: http://www.quiktron.com {click Here} for additional information. Since 1992, Quiktron has provided quality cable connectivity solutions to datacomm and telecommunication industries throughout North America; known to many for the award-winning RapidRun, a complete audio/video system designed to save time and money while evolving with changing technology. Quiktron’s commitment to providing unsurpassed technical service and support has gained the loyalty and favor of customers nationwide. We work exclusively through the industry’s leading distributors to provide custom manufacturing of fiber optic and copper cable assemblies, as well as distribution of a wide range of products ranging from simple to complex, standard to custom. Combine all of this with facilities in 4 convenient locations, and it is easy to see why Quiktron is an industry leader in connectivity solutions. PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 SECTION INCLUDES ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project. A. Structured cabling systems for audio, video and data communication. 1. Modular cabling systems. (Rapid Run Series) 2. Digital cabling systems. (Pro Series) 3. Audio/video cabling. (Classic Series) 4. Fiber optic cabling and hardware systems. (Q-Series, Corning Gold Series and Value Series) B. Copper network cabling. (Copper Cabling) C. Wireless systems for audio, video and data communication. (TruLink) 1. Wireless data communications. 2. Wireless data transmitters and amplifiers. D. PC/Computer cables, devices and accessories. 1.2 RELATED SECTIONS ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required. 16740-1 A. Section 07840 - Firestopping. B. Section 16050 - Basic Electrical Materials and Methods. C. Section 16060 - Grounding for Communications Circuits and Raceway. D. Section 16130 - Raceway and Boxes for Communications Circuits. 1.3 REFERENCES ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section. A. General: 1. National Electrical Code (NEC). 2. National Electrical Safety Code (NESC). 3. Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA). B. Communications: 1. ANSI/TIA/EIA - 455: Fiber Optic Test Standards. 2. ANSI/TIA/EIA - 526: Optical Fiber Systems Test Procedures. 3. ANSI/TIA/EIA - 568-B: Commercial Building Telecommunications Cabling Standard. 4. ANSI/TIA/EIA - 569: Commercial Building Standard for Telecommunication Pathways and Spaces. 5. ANSI/TIA/EIA - 606: The Administration Standard for the Telecommunications Infrastructure of Commercial Buildings. 6. ANSI/TIA/EIA - 607: Commercial Building Grounding and Bonding Requirements for Telecommunications. 7. ANSI/TIA/EIA -TSB67: Transmission Performance Specifications for Field Testing of Unshielded Twisted Pair Cabling Systems. 8. ANSI/TIA/EIA -TSB75: Additional Horizontal Cabling Practices for Open Offices. 9. NECA/FOA 301: Standard for Installing and Testing Fiber Optic Cables. 10. NECA/BICSI 568: Standard for Installing Commercial Building Telecommunications Systems. 11. IEEE 802.3 (series): Local Area Network Ethernet Standard, including the IEEE 802.3z Gigabit Ethernet Standard. 12. ISO/IEC IS 11801: Generic Cabling for Customer Premises. 13. BICSI: BICSI Telecommunications Cabling Installation Manual. 14. BICSI: BICSI Telecommunications Distribution Methods Manual (TDMM). 15. Underwriters’ Laboratories: UL 444 - Communications Cables. 16. Underwriters’ Laboratories: UL 910 - Standard for Safety Test for Flame-Propagation and Smoke-Density Values for Electrical and Optical-Fiber Cables Used in Spaces Transporting Environmental Air. 1.4 SUBMITTALS A. Submit under provisions of Section 01300. B. Product Data Submittals: Provide submittal information for review before materials are delivered to the job site. Combine product submittals for all products and submit together as a single submittal. 1. Submit a cover letter stating that the materials shall be provided as specified, and specifically listing any items that will not be provided as specified. State in the letter that the Contractor has reviewed the specified items and agrees that they are applicable to this project in all respects. 2. Provide standard manufacturer’s cut sheets and the operating and maintenance (Operations and Maintenance) instructions at the time of submittal review for each 16740-2 device in the system. These instructions shall detail how to install and service the equipment and shall include information necessary for rough-in and preparation of the building facilities to receive the materials. C. Shop Drawings: 1. Submit a cable routing and grouping plan as follows: a. Where the cable routing and grouping is to be provided as shown on the Contract Documents, do not provide a cable routing and grouping plan. Submit written documentation stating that the cable routing and grouping will be provided as shown on the Contract Documents, that the Contractor has reviewed the routing and grouping on the Contract Documents with applicable Subcontractors and suppliers and agrees that it does not create conflicts with other building utility infrastructure, and that the routing and grouping meets applicable codes, regulations and standards. b. Where changes in cable routing and grouping are proposed, submit complete floor plan(s) and detail drawing(s) showing the proposed routing, raceway sizes and locations, and cabling in a manner equal to that of the Contract Documents. Ensure that any cabling changes are coordinated with comparable accommodating changes to the raceway routing and grouping. Specifically note each location where the proposed routing and grouping is different from the Contract Documents. Submit written documentation detailing the reason for each change request. Each change request shall be approved in writing by the Architect prior to proceeding with the change. 2. Submit wall field termination block and wire management elevations as follows: a. Where wall field termination blocks and wire management are to be provided as shown on the Contract Documents, do not submit elevations. Submit written documentation stating that the wall field termination blocks and wire management will be provided as shown on the Contract Documents, that the Contractor has reviewed the elevations on the Contract Documents with applicable Subcontractors and suppliers and agrees that it does not create conflicts between trades, and that the elevations meet applicable codes, regulations and standards. b. Where changes to the wall field termination blocks and wire management are proposed, submit wall field termination block and wire management elevations along with written documentation detailing the reason for the change. The change request shall be approved in writing by the Architect prior to proceeding with the change. D. Installer Certification: 1. Documentation from the SCS manufacturers demonstrating that the Contractor is trained and certified by the Manufacturers to install, test, and maintain the SCS and is certified by the SCS Manufacturers to provide the SCS Manufacturer’s Warranty. 2. Documentation indicating that the Contractor shall have only manufacturer-trained and manufacturer-certified employees perform installation, testing, and firestopping work, as detailed below. a. A list of the personnel who will be assigned to the project, the type of work they will be performing, and copies of the manufacturers’ training certifications for each. If personnel changes are made during the project, submit the above information for any new personnel prior to their commencement of work on the project. 3. Documentation demonstrating that the Contractor employs a minimum of one Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) certified by and in current good standing with BICSI. The document shall declare that the RCDD is a direct full time employee of the Contractor also that the Contractor will continue to employ a minimum of one RCDD throughout the duration of the project. 16740-3 E. Closeout Submittals: Provide submittal information for review as follows: 1. Operations and Maintenance Manual for Communications: At the completion of the project, submit Operations and Maintenance information from product data submittals, updated to reflect any changes during the course of construction, to the Architect in the telecommunications-specific Operations and Maintenance Manual for Communications binder labeled with the project name and description. Provide three bound copies of the Operations and Maintenance Manual for Communications. 2. Records: Maintain at the job site a minimum of one set of Record Drawings, Specification, and Addenda. Record Drawings shall consist of redline markups of changes to Contract Documents such as drawings, specifications and spreadsheets, including maintenance hole/handhole butterfly drawings. a. Document changes to the system from that originally shown on the Contract Documents and clearly identify system component labels and identifiers on Record Drawings. b. Keep Record Drawings at the job site and make available to the Owner and Designer at any time. c. Keep Record Drawings current throughout the