4-300 CIP-2507 20251014 FINAL Specification Package r1 PRIWRF Clarifier Replacement.pdf

Technical Specifications

For the

Port Royal Island Water Reclamation Facility

Clarifier Replacement

BJWSA CIP-2507

BC Project #197290

NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION

October 14, 2025

CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS

FOR

Prepared for:

Beaufort-Jasper Water & Sewer Authority

6 Snake Road

Okatie, SC 29909

843-987-9200

Plans Prepared by:

Brown and Caldwell

200 Center Point Cir, Suite 330

Columbia, SC 29210

803-873-9701

The Standard Technical Specifications (“specifications”) and Construction Details (“details”) bound into this booklet have been reviewed by the above (“Engineer”) and have been found to be in conformance and consistent with the construction illustrated in the design drawings (“plans”) prepared for this utility construction project.

Discrepancies found between the plans and the specifications of the details shall be communicated to the

Engineer for interpretation.

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FOR BEAUFORT-JASPER WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY

LIST OF SPECIFICATION SECTIONS

DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 11 00 Summary of Work

01 33 00 Submittal Procedures

01 73 24 Design Requirements Non-Structural Components and Non-Building Structures

DIVISION 05 – METALS

05 05 14 Hot-Dip Galvanizing

05 05 20 Anchor Bolts

05 50 00 Metal Fabrications

DIVISION 43 – PROCESS GAS AND LIQUID HANDLING, PURIFICATION, AND STORAGE

43 05 11 General Requirements for Equipment

43 05 21 Common Motor Requirements for Equipment

DIVISION 46 – WATER AND WASTEWATER EQUIPMENT

46 43 21.13 Equipment for Circular Secondary Clarifiers

PRIWRF Clarifier Replacement Summary of Work Project Number: 197290 01 11 00 - 1

SECTION 01 11 00

SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 3GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. The work covered under this contract will be performed at the site of the Port Royal Island Water Reclamation Facility at 285 Castle Rock Rd, Beaufort, SC 29906.

1.02 DESCRIPTION OF OWNER'S PROJECT

A. The overall project will consist of the mechanism replacement of two secondary clarifiers.

The existing bridges and drive access platforms shall be removed, set aside, and re-installed. The new mechanisms shall be designed by the Manufacturer to be compatible with the existing bridges and platforms.

B. The new mechanisms shall be similar to the existing mechanisms in style (spiral scrapers with sludge withdrawal through a sludge manifold at the bottom and center of the clarifier), but not identical. There are differences in the dimensions of the energy dissipating inlet and the flocculation well between existing and new equipment.

C. The preferred material of construction (baseline bid) is 304 stainless steel with a bid alternate hot dip galvanized steel. For painted carbon steel parts that are above the water surface or are immersed, Manufacturers shall meet the requirements of Section 46 43 21.13.

1.03 CONTRACTS

A. The demolition of the existing mechanisms and installation of the new mechanisms will be performed by a Contractor under a separate contract. The Contractor shall also be responsible in receiving and storing the new equipment and shall coordinate with the equipment Manufacturer at all stages of the work for a complete installation.

1.04 WORK OF THIS CONTRACT

A. The work to be performed under this contract includes the procurement of the new mechanisms and any associated services by the Manufacturer in support of the installation, startup, training, and commissioning of the new equipment.

END OF SECTION

PRIWRF Clarifier Replacement Submittal Procedures Project Number: 197290 01 33 00 - 1

SECTION 01 33 00

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for submittals.

1.02 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

A. General:

1. Furnish submittal items as specified in the Contract Documents.

2. Review submittal information to verify it is accurate and fulfills specified submittal requirements before submitting for review and comment.

3. Edit submittal content to clearly indicate only those items, models, or series of equipment, which are being submitted for review. Cross out or otherwise obliterate extraneous materials.

4. Ensure there is no conflict with other submittals and notify the Owner’s Representative in each case where the submittal may affect the work of another contractor or the Owner.

5. Coordinate submittals among subcontractors and suppliers including those submittals complying with unit responsibility requirements specified in the Contract Documents.

6. For each submittal, certify field conditions, compliance with the Contract Documents, and review of the submittal prior to submitting for review.

7. Designate the installation location within the facility, application, or intended purpose for each submittal item. Review comments are solely applicable to the circumstances designated in the submittal.

8. Coordinate submittals with the work so that work will not be delayed. Coordinate and schedule different categories of submittals, so that one will not be delayed for lack of coordination with others.

9. No extension of time will be allowed because of failure to properly schedule, coordinate or compile submittals.

10. Submittals will be rejected for lack of legibility, lack of coordination, ambiguity, or are incomplete. Incomplete submittals will be returned without review.

11. Do not proceed with work related to a submittal until the submittal process is complete. This requires that submittals for review and comment be returned to the Contractor stamped "No Exceptions Taken" or "Make Corrections Noted."

12. If acceptable to Owner, authorize material or equipment suppliers to deal directly with the Owner’s Representative regarding a submittal. Such dealings require written authorization from the Contractor and are limited to contract interpretations to clarify and expedite the work.

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1.03 DEFINITITIONS

A. Action Submittals:

1. Action Submittals content require review and response by the Owner’s Representative before proceeding with incorporating the subject equipment, materials, or procedure into the work.

2. Review comments on Action Submittals, and perform subsequent actions based on the REVIEW ACTION requirements specified below.

B. Informational Submittals:

1. Informational Submittals are examined to verify that the specified submittal contents have been furnished as specified.

2. The Contractor’s actions are not contingent on the disposition of review comments on Informational Submittals.

3. Review comments on Informational Submittals, and perform subsequent actions based on the REVIEW ACTION requirements specified below.

C. Closeout Submittals:

1. Closeout Submittals consist of documentation that is not available for review at the time Action Submittals are submitted for review or documentation that is typically generated or furnished following incorporation of the equipment, materials, or procedure into the work. Closeout submittals include spare parts inventory listing, spare parts, extra stock materials, special tools and other materials or components that are furnished separate from the installed and completed work.

2. Review comments on Closeout Submittals, and perform the subsequent actions based on the REVIEW ACTION requirements specified below.

D. Samples:

1. Samples include partial sections of components, cuts, or containers of materials, color range sets, and swatches showing color, texture and pattern.

2. Samples may be Action or Informational submittals.

E. Mock-Ups:

1. Mock-ups are scale representations of items to be constructed as part of the work as required in the Contract Documents.

2. Mock-ups are Action Submittals.

F. Review Actions:

1. The following definitions and actions are associated with the REVIEW ACTIONS DEFINED below:

a. NO EXEPTIONS TAKEN: If the review indicates that the material, equipment or work method complies with the Contract Documents, submittal will be marked "NO EXCEPTIONS TAKEN." Implement the work method or incorporate the material or equipment covered by the submittal.

b. MAKE CORRECTIONS NOTED: If the review indicates limited corrections are required, submittals will be marked "MAKE CORRECTIONS NOTED." Implement the work method or incorporate the material and equipment covered by the

Project Number: 197290 01 33 00 - 3 submittal in accordance with the noted corrections. Where submittal information will be incorporated in O&M data, provide a corrected copy.

c. AMEND AND RESUBMIT: If the review reveals that the submittal is insufficient or contains incorrect data, submittals will be marked "AMEND AND RESUBMIT." Do not undertake work until the submittal has been revised, resubmitted and returned marked either "NO EXCEPTIONS TAKEN" or "MAKE CORRECTIONS

NOTED".

d. REJECTED – SEE REMARKS: If the review indicates that the material, equipment, or work method does not comply with Contract Documents, the submittal will be marked "REJECTED - SEE REMARKS." Do not undertake the work covered by such submittals until a new submittal is made and returned marked either "NO EXCEPTIONS TAKEN" or "MAKE CORRECTIONS NOTED" except at your own risk.

1.04 MASTER SUBMITTAL LIST

A. A minimum of five business days following the Notice to Proceed, the Contractor will provide the Owner’s Representative a Master Submittal List listing anticipated submittal requirements for the contract.

B. Contractor shall update the list as submittals are completed and transmit to the Owner’s Representative. Provide updated list to Owner’s Representative monthly.

C. Include the following as a minimum in the updated list:

1. Submittal number.

2. Date submitted.

3. Requested time for return of comments.

4. Special requests, if any, for that particular submittal.

PRODUCTS - NOT USED

EXECUTION

3.01 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. General:

1. Owner’s Representative will review submittal information and indicate a REVIEW ACTION. Review of submittals does not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for performance of the work according to the Contract Documents.

2. Coordinate submittal transmittal for related elements of work to ensure the submittals are processed as needed to meet the intent of the work and that delays are minimized.

3. Refer to contract documents for product substitutions.

4. Submittal review activity will be prioritized based on the order received unless otherwise requested by the Contractor.

5. Submittal sequencing should coincide with the Construction Schedule.

6. A review duration of 21 calendar days is allotted for each submittal, from the date of receipt by the Owner’s Representative to the date of return to the Contractor.

B. Submittal Preparation:

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1. Excepting, mock-ups, spare parts, physical samples, and other items that cannot be converted to electronic media, furnish submittal contents electronically in a searchable PDF format.

a. Include a table of contents and labeled divider sheets that are coordinated with the table of contents.

b. Diagrams, drawings, pictures, and illustrations presented with a consistent orientation.

c. Action and Closeout Submittals: three copies of submitted information plus one reproducible original.

d. Informational Submittals: three copies of submitted information.

2. Shop Drawings, Samples and Mock-ups

a. Submit one electronic copy per the requirements described above and the following:

1) Shop Drawings: one reproducible and three prints for job site reference. One marked up print will be returned to the Contractor when the review is complete.

2) Samples: three samples

3) Mock-up: As required by individual specification

4) Demonstrations: As required to facilitate installation and inspection

b. Reference applicable specifications for additional requirements

C. Submittal Completeness:

1. Submittals without all required information are not acceptable and may be marked “REJECTED” and returned without review.

2. For a submittal to be deemed complete, provide the information required below and specified in specification sections, including those elements in the special transmittal procedures where required.

D. In the event of the need to “revise and resubmit”, provide a complete stand-alone submittal with corrections, revisions, and new information clearly identified.

E. Resubmit changes to submittals that require a stamp and signature by a licensed engineer or other certification with the requisite stamp and signature or certifications.

F. If the Engineer must review a submittal more than twice, the Contractor shall bear financial responsibility for each subsequent review.

3.02 TRANSMITTAL PROCEDURE

A. General:

1. Include the following information on the submittal transmittal form:

a. Project names and date, including Owner’s Project Number

b. Name of Contractor and Subcontractor

c. Name of supplier and name of manufacturer

d. Number and title of appropriate specification section

e. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate

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2. Equipment and Material Submittals: Unless otherwise specified, complete a Transmittal Form.

3. Operation and maintenance manuals, information and data Submittals: Complete a Transmittal Form.

4. Use a separate form for each specific item, class of material, equipment, and items specified in separate, discrete sections, for which a submittal is required. Identify the appropriate equipment numbers for submittal documents common to more than one piece of equipment. Submit a single form for multiple items, if the items taken together constitute a Supplier’s package or are functionally related, to facilitate checking or reviewing the group or package as a whole.

5. Assign a unique sequential number to each transmittal form accompanying each item submitted.

a. Format submittal numbers as follows: "SS SS SS-XXX"; where “SS SS SS” is the referenced 6-digit section number from the Specifications and "XXX" is the sequential number assigned by the Contractor.

b. Format resubmittals as follows: : "SS SS SS-XXX-YY"; where "XXX" is the originally assigned submittal number and "YY" is a sequential number assigned for resubmittals, i.e., 00, 01, or 02 being the original, 1st, and 2nd resubmittals, respectively. Submittal 43 23 50-001-02, for example, is the second resubmittal of submittal 001 pertaining to Section 43 23 50.

6. Deviation from contract: If deviations from the material, equipment or method of work are proposed, describe the proposed deviation and explain the reason for proposing the deviation under “deviations” on the transmittal form accompanying the submittal copies.

B. Document Management System Specific Procedures:

1. Not used.

C. Check Marked Specification Transmittal Procedures:

1. When submittal requirements require a “marked” copy of the specification, provide a copy of the specification marked as indicated below. Provide the following when transmitting the submittal:

a. Provide a copy of the specification section(s) that specifies a marked copy of the specification. Include addendum updates and referenced specification sections, with addendum updates. Complete the following:

1) Checkmark each paragraph to indicate submittal compliance with that specification requirement. Check marks () shall denote full compliance with that paragraph as a whole.

2) Mark paragraphs where deviations are proposed by underlining text that is the subject of the proposed deviation. Denoting each proposed deviation with a number in the margin to the right of the identified paragraph and provide a detailed written explanation for each numbered deviation. The remaining portions of the paragraph not underlined signify compliance with specified requirements.

3) The Engineer is the final authority for determining acceptability of requested deviations.

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b. For equipment specifications, provide a copy of the control diagrams and process and instrumentation diagrams relating to the submitted equipment, with addendum updates that apply to the subject equipment. Complete the following:

1) Mark drawings or diagrams to show specific changes necessary for the equipment proposed in the submittal.

2) If no changes are required, mark the drawings or diagrams with "no changes required".

D. Provide a Certificate of Unit Responsibility assigning unit responsibility in accordance with the requirements of the specification Section. No other submittal material will be reviewed until the certificate has been received and found to be in conformance with the Specifications.

E. Samples and Mock-ups:

1. Submit samples and mock-ups in accordance with the Contract Documents. Package samples to facilitate review. Include the following with the Submittal Transmittal Form:

a. Generic description of the sample

b. Sample source

c. Product name and name of manufacturer

d. Compliance with recognized standards

e. Submittal Number

f. Availability and delivery time

g. Specification Section

2. Submit samples and mock-ups before installation. Where variation in color, pattern, texture or other characteristics are inherent in the material, submit four units to show variation range.

3. Where samples are for selection of appearance characteristics from a range of standard choices, submit a full set of choices for the material or products.

4. Maintain sets of approved samples and mock-ups at the Project Site, for quality comparisons throughout the course of construction.

5. Demolish and remove all samples and mock-ups prior to substantial completion.

3.03 REVIEW PROCEDURE

A. General:

1. Owner’s Representative will review each submittal, indicate a REVIEW ACTION, and return to the Contractor.

2. Returned submittals indicate one of the following REVIEW ACTIONS: NO EXCEPTIONS TAKEN, MAKE CORRECTIONS NOTED, AMEND AND RESUBMIT, or REJECTED – SEE

REMARKS.

3.04 EFFECT OF REVIEW OF CONTRACTOR'S SUBMITTALS

A. General:

1. Review of contract drawings, methods of work, or information regarding materials or equipment the Contractor proposes to provide, does not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for errors therein and is not regarded as an assumption of risks or

Project Number: 197290 01 33 00 - 7 liability by the Owner’s Representative or the Owner, or by any officer or employee thereof, and the Contractor has no claim under the contract on account of the failure, or partial failure, of the method of work, material, or equipment reviewed. A mark of "NO EXCEPTIONS TAKEN" or "MAKE CORRECTIONS NOTED" means that the Owner has no objection to the Contractor, upon his own responsibility, using the plan or method of work proposed, or providing the materials or equipment proposed.

PRIWRF Clarifier Replacement Design Requirements for Non-Structural Components and Non-Building Structures Project Number: 197290 01 73 24 - 1

SECTION 01 73 24

DESIGN REQUIREMENTS FOR

NON-STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS AND NON-BUILDING STRUCTURES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. Section includes: Minimum structural requirements for the design, anchorage, and bracing of non-structural components such as architectural/mechanical/HVAC/electrical components, equipment, or systems, and non-building structures such as tanks.

B. The requirements of this section apply to design of the structural elements and features of equipment and to platforms/walkways that are provided with equipment or non-building structures.

C. This section applies to non-building structures and non-structural components that are permanently attached to structures as defined below and in ASCE 7.

D. Design and conform to criteria and design codes listed within this section. Engineering design is not required for attachments, anchorage, or bracing detailed on the Drawings or where the size of attachments, anchorage, or bracing is defined in specific technical specification sections.

E. The following non-structural components are exempt from seismic design loading requirements of this section.

1. Components in Seismic Design Category A.

2. Furniture (except permanent floor supported storage cabinets over 6 ft tall).

3. Temporary or movable equipment.

4. Architectural components in Seismic Design Category B other than parapets supported by bearing walls or shear walls provided that the component importance factor, Ip, is equal to 1.0.

5. Mechanical and electrical components in Seismic Design Category B.

6. Mechanical and electrical components in Seismic Design Category C provided that the component importance factor, Ip, is equal to 1.0.

7. Mechanical and electrical components in Seismic Design Categories D, E, or F where all of the following apply:

a. The component importance factor, Ip, is equal to 1.0;

b. The component is positively attached to the structure;

c. Flexible connections are provided between the component and associated ductwork, piping, and conduit;

d. And either:

1) the component weighs 400 lb or less and has a center of mass located 4 ft or less above the adjacent floor level; or

2) the component weighs 20 lb or less, or in the case of a distributed systems, 5 lb/ft or less.

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1.02 RELATED SECTIONS

A. This section contains specific references to the following related section. Additional related sections may apply that are not specifically listed below.

1. Section 05 05 20 Anchor Bolts

2. Section 05 50 00 Metal Fabrications

1.03 REFERENCES

A. The references listed below are a part of this section. Where a referenced document contains references to other standards, those documents are included as references under this section as if referenced directly. In the event of conflict between the requirements of this section and those of the listed documents, the requirements of this section shall prevail.

Reference Title

Aluminum Design Manual

Aluminum Association, Aluminum Design Manual with Specifications and Guidelines for Aluminum Structures

AAMA American Architectural Manufacturer’s Association

ACI 318 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete

ACI 350 Code Requirements for Environmental Engineering Concrete Structures

ACI 350.3 Seismic Design of Liquid-Containing Concrete Structures

AISC 341 Seismic Provisions for Structural Steel Buildings

ACI 360 Specification for Structural Steel Buildings

ASCE 7 Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures

ASTM C635 Manufacture, Performance and Testing of Metal Suspension Systems for Acoustical Tile and Lay-in Panel Ceilings

ASTM C636 Installation for Metal Ceiling Suspension Systems for Acoustical Tile and Lay-in Panel Ceilings

AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code – Steel

AWS D1.2 Structural Welding Code - Aluminum

AWS D1.6 Structural Welding Code – Stainless Steel

AWS D1.8 Structural Welding Code – Seismic Supplement

SCBC South Carolina

NFPA-13 Installation of Sprinkler Systems

OSHA U.S. Dept. of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration

SMACNA Seismic Restraint Manual Guidelines for Mechanical Systems

1.04 DEFINITIONS

A. Structure: The structural elements of a building that resist gravity, seismic, wind, and other types of loads. Structural components include columns, posts, beams, girders, joists, bracing, floor or roof sheathing, slabs or decking, load-bearing walls, and foundations.

B. Non-structural Components: Non-structural portions of a building include every part of the building and all its contents, except the structural portions, that carry gravity loads and that may also be required to resist effects of wind, snow, impact, temperature and

PRIWRF Clarifier Replacement Design Requirements for Non-Structural Components and Non-Building Structures Project Number: 197290 01 73 24 - 3 seismic loads. Non-structural components include, but are not limited to, ceilings, partitions, windows, equipment, piping, ductwork, furnishings, lights, etc.

C. Non-building Structures: Self-supporting structures that carry gravity loads and that may also be required to resist the effects of wind, snow, impact, temperature and seismic loads. Non-building structures include, but are not limited to, pipe racks, storage racks, stacks, tanks, vessels and structural towers that support tanks and vessels.

1.05 SUBMITTALS

A. Action Submittals:

1. Procedures: Section 01 33 00.

2. A copy of this specification section with each paragraph check-marked to indicate specification compliance or marked to indicate requested deviations from specification requirements.

3. Check-marks () shall denote full compliance with a paragraph as a whole.

Deviations shall be underlined and denoted by a number in the margin to the right of the identified paragraph. The remaining portions of the paragraph not underlined will signify compliance on the part of the Contractor with the specifications. Include a detailed, written justification for each deviation. Failure to include a copy of the marked-up specification sections, along with justification(s) for requested deviations to specification requirements, with the submittal is sufficient cause for rejection of the entire submittal with no further consideration.

4. For structural elements of non-structural components and non-building structures required to be designed per this section, provide Drawings and design calculations stamped by a licensed professional engineer qualified to perform structural engineering in the state or commonwealth in which the project is constructed.

5. List of non-structural components and non-building structures requiring wind and seismic design and anchorage.

6. Shop drawings showing details of complete wind and seismic bracing and anchorage attachment assemblies including connection hardware, and embedment into concrete.

7. Shop drawings showing plans, elevations, sections and details of equipment support structures and non-building structures, including anchor bolts, structural members, platforms, stairs, ladders, and related attachments.

8. Identify interface points with supporting structures or foundations, as well as size, location, and grip of required attachments and anchor bolts. Clearly indicate who will be providing each type of attachment/anchor bolt. Equipment vendor shall design anchor bolts, including embedment into concrete, and submit stamped calculations.

9. Calculations for supports, bracing, and attachments shall clearly indicate design criteria applied. Coordinate concrete embedment calculations with thickness and strength of concrete members. Submit a tabulation of the magnitude of unfactored (service level) equipment loads at each support point, broken down by type of loading (dead, live, wind, seismic, etc.). Indicate impact factors applied to these loads in design calculations.

1.06 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Quality Control By Owner:

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1. Special Inspection of non-structural components and non-building structures, and their anchorages shall be performed by the Special Inspector under contract with the Owner and in conformance with SCBC Chapter 17. Special Inspector(s) and laboratory shall be acceptable to the Owner in their sole discretion. Special Inspection is in addition to, but not replacing, other inspections and quality control requirements. Where sampling and testing required conforms to Special Inspection standards, such sampling and testing need not be duplicated.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 GENERAL

A. Provide materials in conformance with information shown on the Drawings and in other technical specification sections. See individual component and equipment specifications for additional requirements.

2.02 DESIGN CRITERIA

A. Design Codes

Design Code

Buildings/Structures: South Carolina Building Code 2021 and ASCE 7-16

Reinforced concrete: ACI 350-06 and ACI 350.3-06 for Concrete Liquid Containing Structures, ACI 318-19 for all other reinforced concrete

Structural steel: AISC 360-16 and AISC 341-16

Aluminum: Aluminum Design Manual, Latest Edition

Welding: AWS Welding Codes, Latest Edition

Occupational health and safety requirements:

OSHA

Note: When conflicting requirements occur, the most stringent requirements will govern the design.

B. Design Loads

1. Design non-structural components and non-building structures for the following minimum loads: (Do not apply wind and snow loads to non-structural components and non-building structures that are located inside buildings.)

2. Dead Loads:

a. Add an additional allowance for piping and conduit when supported and hung from the underside of equipment and platforms.

b. Typical allowance for piping and conduit: 20 psf

3. Uniform Live Loads:

Elevated grating floors: 100 psf

Columns: No column live load reduction allowed

Exitways, stairs and landings: 100 psf

Equipment platforms, walkways/catwalks (other than exitways):

60 psf

Utility bridges: 75 psf per level

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4. Snow Loads:

Code: SCBC 2021 & ASCE 7

Risk Category: III (Wastewater Treatment facilities are Risk Category

III)

Ground Snow Load (pg): 5 psf

Exposure Factor (Ce): C

Importance Factor (Is): 1.1

5. Wind Loads:

Code: SCBC 2021 & ASCE 7-10

Risk Category: III (Wastewater Treatment Facilities are Risk Category

III)

Basic Wind Speed (Ultimate, 3-second gust) for Risk Category Shown Above:

151 mph

Exposure: C

Topographic Factor (Kzt) 1.0

Note:

1. Design exterior non-strutural components and non-building structures, unless located in a pit or basin, to withstand design wind loads without consideration of shielding effects by other structures.

6. Seismic Loads:

Code: SCBC 2021 & ASCE 7-10

Risk Category: III (Wastewater Treatment Facilities are Risk Category

III)

0.2 Sec. Mapped Spectral Response, SS: 0.567g

1.0 Sec. Mapped Spectral Response, S1: 0.182 g

Site Class: D

0.2 Sec. Design Spectral Response, SDS: 0.509 g

1.0 Sec. Design Spectral Response, SD1: 0.272 g

Importance Factor (Ie): 1.25

Component Importance Factor (Ip): 1.0, except Ip=1.5 for components identified in Section 13.1.3 of ASCE 7

Seismic Design Category D

Notes:

1. Calculate seismic loads on the basis of governing building code. Include equipment operating loads in structure dead load.

2. Check individual members for seismic and full member live load acting simultaneously, except that flooded equipment loads (infrequent occurrence) need not be combined with seismic loads.

Combine equipment operating loads with seismic loads.

7. Impact Loads:

a. Consider impact loads in design of support systems.

b. Use the following impact load factors unless recommendations of the equipment manufacturer will cause a more severe load case:

Rotating machinery: 20% of moving load

Reciprocating machinery: 50% of moving load

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Monorail Hoists:

• Vertical 25% of lifted load

• Longitudinal 10% of lifted load

Hangers supporting floors and platforms: 33% of live and dead load

8. Temperature:

a. Include effects of temperature in design where non-structural components and non-building structures are exposed to differential climatic conditions. See climatic conditions below for temperature extremes.

C. Load Combinations

1. Design non-structural components and non-building structures to withstand load combinations as specified in the governing building code. Where the exclusion of live load or impact load would cause a more severe load condition for the member under investigation, ignore the load when evaluating that member.

D. Design Considerations

1. Design non-structural components and non-building structures for the following conditions:

2. Climatic Conditions:

Maximum design temperature: 110 degrees Fahrenheit

Minimum design temperature: 10 degrees Fahrenheit

E. Column Base Fixity

1. Design column bases as pinned connections. No moments shall be assumed to be transferred to foundations.

2. Where significant shear loads (greater than 5,000 lb. per anchor bolt) are transferred at column base plates, provide a shear key designed to transfer shear load.

F. Deflection

1. Maximum beam deflection as a fraction of span for walkways and platforms: L/240 for total load and L/360 for live load.

2. Maximum total load deflection for equipment support: L/450.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 GENERAL

A. Make attachments and braces in such a manner that component force is transferred to the lateral force-resisting system of the structure. Base attachment requirements and size and number of braces per calculations submitted by Contractor.

B. Anchorage of equipment is specified to be made by cast-in anchor bolts in concrete elements unless specifically noted otherwise on the Drawings or other specification sections. Contractor is responsible for remedial work or strengthening (of concrete elements because of superimposed seismic loading) if anchor bolts are improperly

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C. Provide anchor bolts in accordance with Section 05 05 20. Base size of anchor bolts and embedment on submitted calculations.

D. Submit details of and calculations for anchorages prior to placement of concrete or erection of other structural supporting members. Submittals received after structural supports are in place will be rejected if proposed anchorage method would create an overstressed condition of the supporting member. Contractor is responsible for revisions to anchorages and/or strengthening of structural support so that there is no overstress condition, at no additional cost to Owner.

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SECTION 05 05 14

HOT-DIP GALVANIZING

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 DESCRIPTION

A. Section includes: Hot-dip galvanizing of steel materials.

1.02 REFERENCES:

A. The references listed below are a part of this section. Where a referenced document contains references to other standards, those documents are included as references under this section as if referenced directly. In the event of conflict between the

ASTM A123 Zinc (Hot-Dip Galvanized) Coatings on Iron and Steel Products

ASTM A143 Safeguarding Against Embrittlement of Hot-Dip Galvanized Structural Steel Products and Procedure for Detecting Embrittlement

ASTM A153 Zinc Coating (Hot-Dip) on Iron and Steel Hardware

ASTM A384 Safeguarding Against Warpage and Distortion During Hot-Dip Galvanizing of Steel Assemblies

ASTM A385 Providing High-Quality Zinc Coatings (Hot-Dip)

ASTM A780 Repair of Damaged and Uncoated Areas of Hot-Dip Galvanized Coatings

ASTM B6 Zinc

ASTM D6386 Preparation of Zinc (Hot-Dip Galvanized) Coated Iron and Steel Product and Hardware Surfaces for Painting

ASTM E536 Test Methods for Chemical Analysis of Zinc and Zinc Alloys

MIL-P-21035B Paint, High Zinc Dust Content, Galvanizing Repair

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. Action Submittals

1. Procedure: Section 01 33 00:

2. A copy of this specification section with each paragraph check-marked to indicate specification compliance or marked to indicate requested deviations from specification requirements.

3. Check-marks () shall denote full compliance with a paragraph as a whole.

Deviations shall be underlined and denoted by a number in the margin to the right of the identified paragraph. The remaining portions of the paragraph not underlined will signify compliance on the part of the Contractor with the specifications. Include a detailed, written justification for each deviation. Failure to include a copy of the marked-up specification sections, along with justification(s) for any requested deviations to the specification requirements, with the submittal shall be sufficient cause for rejection of the entire submittal with no further consideration.

4. Coating applicator's Certificate of Compliance that the hot-dip galvanized coating meets or exceeds the specified requirements of ASTM A123 or A153, as applicable.

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5. Evidence that the galvanized coating applicator is a member of the American Galvanizing Association.

1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Hot-dip galvanized coating applicator shall be a member of the American Galvanizing Association.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 MATERIALS

A. Zinc used for galvanizing shall conform to ASTM B6, and shall be at least equal to the grade designated as Prime Western.

B. Maximum amount of aluminum added to a galvanizing bath shall not exceed 0.01 percent.

C. Hot-Dip Galvanized Coating: Conform to ASTM A123 and A153, as applicable.

D. Repair: Zinc dust-zinc oxide coating conforming to MIL-P-21035B and achieving at least 93 percent zinc in the dry film. Acceptable products:

1. ZRC Cold Galvanizing Compound by ZRC Worldwide

2. 7000 System Cold Galvanizing Compound by Rustoleum

3. Crown Cold Galvanize Coating 93% Zinc Rich by Aervoe Industries

4. or approved equal.

2.02 FABRICATION REQUIREMENTS

A. Fabrication practices for products to be galvanized: In accordance with applicable portions of ASTM A143, A384 and A385. Avoid fabrication techniques that could cause steel distortion or embrittlement.

B. Coordinate with steel detailer to provide vent and drain holes of sufficient size and quantity to achieve specified galvanized coating.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 PREPARATION

A. Casting surfaces to be galvanized shall be sand blasted or ground smooth. When a smooth cast is required, castings shall be tumbled and all high spots ground flush.

Castings shall be normalized to prevent cracking. Malleable iron shall be safeguarded against embrittlement by pre-annealing.

B. Steel work shall be precleaned utilizing a caustic bath, acid pickle and flux or shall be blast cleaned and fluxed to obtain an acceptable surface for quality hot dip galvanizing.

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3.02 APPLICATION

A. Steel Members, Fabrications, and Assemblies: Hot-dip galvanize after fabrication in accordance with ASTM A123.

B. Steel Bolts, Screws, Nuts, Washers and Hardware Components: Hot-dip galvanize in accordance with ASTM A153.

3.03 COATING REQUIREMENTS

A. Hot-dip Coating Thickness: Conform to ASTM A123 or ASTM A153, as applicable.

3.04 TESTING

A. Chemical analysis for impurities in the bath shall be made in conformity with ASTM E536.

B. Test Requirements and Methods: In accordance with ASTM A123 or ASTMA153, as applicable.

3.05 GALVANIZED SURFACES TO BE PAINTED

A. Not used.

3.06 REPAIR OF DEFECTIVE GALVANIZED COATING

A. Where zinc coating has been damaged after installation, clean substrate surface and repair with zinc dust-zinc oxide coating in accordance with ASTM A780. Apply zinc dust-zinc oxide coating in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendation. Apply multiple coats to achieve a minimum film thickness of 8 mils.

B. Remove items not physically damaged, but which have insufficient or deteriorating zinc coatings, and items damaged in shipment or prior to installation, from the project site for repair by the hot-dip zinc coating method.

PRIWRF Clarifier Replacement Anchor Bolts Project Number: 197290 05 05 20 - 1

SECTION 05 05 20

ANCHOR BOLTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. Section includes: Bolts and all-thread rods used to attach structural elements and equipment to concrete. Included are cast-in-place and post-installed anchors (adhesive systems and wedge type expansion anchors), nuts and washers.

B. Cast-in-place and post-installed anchors shall be Type 316 stainless steel.

1.01 RELATED SECTIONS

A. This section contains specific references to the following related sections. Additional related sections may apply that are not specifically listed below.

1. Section 01 73 24 Design Requirements for Nonstructural Components and Nonbuilding Structures

1.02 REFERENCES

A. The references listed below are a part of this section. Where a referenced document contains references to other standards, those documents are included as references under this section as if referenced directly. In the event of conflict between the

ACI 318 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete

ASTM A193 Alloy-Steel and Stainless Steel Bolting for High Temperature or High Pressure Service and Other Special Purpose Applications

ASTM A194 Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts for Bolts for High Pressure or High Temperature Service, or Both

ASTM A320 Alloy-Steel and Stainless Steel Bolting for Low-Temperature Service

ASTM A563 Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts

ASTM F593 Stainless Steel Bolts, Hex Cap Screws, and Studs

ASTM F594 Stainless Steel Nuts

ASTM F844 Washers, Steel, Plain (Flat), Unhardened for General Use

ASTM F1554 Anchor Bolts, Steel, 36, 55, 105-ksi Yield Strength

SCBC South Carolina Building Code

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. Action Submittals

1. Procedures: Section 01 33 00.

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2. A copy of this specification section with each paragraph check-marked to indicate specification compliance or marked to indicate requested deviations from specification requirements.

3. Check-marks () shall denote full compliance with a paragraph as a whole.

Deviations shall be underlined and denoted by a number in the margin to the right of the identified paragraph. The remaining portions of the paragraph not underlined will signify compliance on the part of the Contractor with the specifications. Include a detailed, written justification for each deviation. Failure to include a copy of the marked-up specification sections, along with justification(s) for any requested deviations to the specification requirements, with the submittal shall be sufficient cause for rejection of the entire submittal with no further consideration.

4. Anchor bolt placement plans.

5. Anchor bolt, nut, and washer material information, including material certifications.

6. Record copy of design calculations and details showing the required diameter, length, embedment, edge distance, confinement, anchor reinforcement, anchor bolt sleeves, connection redesign, and other conditions, stamped and signed by a Professional Engineer currently registered in the state of South Carolina. Calculations shall comply with the provisions of ACI 318-19, Chapter 17. Base anchor capacity determination on cracked concrete condition and compressive strength of existing concrete. Assume compressive strength of existing concrete is 3,000 psi unless otherwise noted.

7. Submit record copy of proof loading test results within five days after test.

8. Product Data:

a. ICC Evaluation Service Reports for post-installed adhesive type anchors when allowed. Products shall be ICC approved for use in cracked concrete in high seismic areas (Seismic Design Category D, E and F).

b. Product data indicating load capacity charts/calculations.

c. Chemical resistance.

d. Temperature limitations.

e. Manufacturers written installation instructions.

9. Installer certification for horizontal or upwardly inclined adhesive anchors in accordance with ACI/CRSI Adhesive Anchor Installer Certification Program.

1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Quality Assurance By Owner

1. Special inspection of anchor bolts shall be performed by the Special Inspector under contract with the Owner and in accordance with SCBC Chapter 17.

2. A twenty percent sample of installed post-installed anchors shall be proof-loaded by an independent laboratory contracted by the Contractor. The quantity of samples and locations shall be coordinated with the Owner’s Representative.

3. Adhesive anchors installed in horizontal or upwardly inclined orientations to resist sustained tension loads shall be continuously inspected during installation by a Special Inspector.

4. The Special Inspector shall furnish a report to the Engineer, Owner’s Representative, and Building Official that the work covered by the report has been performed and that the materials used and the installation procedures used conform with the

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(MPII).

B. Certifications

1. Installer certification shall be in accordance with ACI/CRSI Adhesive Anchor Installer Certification Program for installers of horizontal or upwardly inclined adhesive anchors.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 GENERAL

A. Anchor bolt holes in equipment support frames shall not exceed the bolt diameters by more than 1/4 inch. Minimum anchor bolt diameter shall be 1/2 inch. Anchor bolts for equipment mounting shall be provided as specified by the clarifier manufacturer.

B. Tapered washers shall be provided where mating surface is not square with the nut.

C. Anchor bolts shall be cast-in-place anchors unless post-installed anchors are specified or shown on the Drawings. Substitution of post-installed anchors will not be permitted unless specifically requested by the Contractor and approved by the Engineer.

2.02 PERFORMANCE/DESIGN CRITERIA

A. Anchor bolts for equipment shall be designed by the equipment manufacturer to include equipment operational loads combined with seismic and wind forces when applicable.

Design criteria provided in Section 01 73 24.

B. Design anchor bolts for support and bracing of non-structural components and non-building structures for loading specified in Section 01 73 24.

2.03 MATERIALS

A. Anchor bolt materials shall be as specified in the following table:

Material Specification

Stainless Steel Anchor Bolts ASTM A193 or A320, Type 316

Stainless Steel Threaded Rods ASTM F593, Type 316

Stainless Steel Nuts ASTM A194 Heavy Hex Nuts, Type 316

ASTM F594 Heavy Hex Nuts at Adhesive Anchors, Type 316

Stainless Steel Washers Type 316 to match bolt material

Concrete Adhesive Anchors

Hilti “HIT-RE 500v3”, Simpson Strong-Tie “SET-3G”, or approved equal, with Type 316 Stainless Steel threaded rods

*Post installed anchors shall always be an adhesive type anchor system except when Contractor makes a request for a specific application and Engineer approves.

2.04 STAINLESS STEEL FASTENER LUBRICANT (ANTI-SEIZING)

A. Anti-seizing Lubricant for Stainless Steel Threaded Connections:

1. Suitable for potable water supply.

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2. Formulated to resist washout.

3. Acceptable manufacturers are Bostik, Saf-T-Eze, or equal.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 GENERAL

A. Anchor bolts shall be cast-in-place anchors unless post-installed anchors are specified or shown on the Drawings.

B. The threaded end of anchor bolts and all-thread rods shall be long enough to project through the entire depth of the nut and if too long, shall be cut off at ½-inch beyond top of nut and ground smooth.

3.02 CAST-IN-PLACE ANCHOR BOLTS

A. Anchor bolts to be embedded in concrete shall be placed accurately and held in correct position using templates while the concrete is placed.

B. After anchor bolts have been embedded, their threads shall be protected by grease and the nuts run on.

3.03 ADHESIVE ANCHOR BOLTS

A. Note that adhesive anchors shall not be substituted for cast-in-place anchor bolts unless the adhesive anchors have been specified or shown on the Drawings, or approval has been obtained from the Engineer that substitution of adhesive anchors is acceptable for the specific use and location. Use of adhesive anchors shall be subject to the following conditions:

1. Limit to locations where intermittent or continuous exposure to the following is extremely unlikely:

a. Acid concentrations higher than 10 percent

b. Chlorine gas

c. Machine or diesel oils

2. Limit to applications where exposure to the following is extremely unlikely:

a. Fire

b. Concrete or rod temperature above 120 degrees F

3. Overhead applications (such as pipe supports) shall not be allowed unless approved by the Engineer and installation is by an Installer specially certified for overhead applications.

4. Approval from Engineer for specific application and from supplier of equipment to be anchored, if applicable.

5. Anchor diameter and material shall be per Contract Documents or equipment manufacturer’s specifications. Anchor shall be threaded or deformed the full length of embedment and shall be free of rust, scale, grease, and oils.

6. Embedment depth shall be as specified or as required by the equipment manufacturer.

7. Follow the anchor system manufacturer’s installation instructions.

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8. Holes shall have rough surfaces created by using a hammer drill with carbide bit.

Core drilled holes are not allowed.

9. Holes shall be blown clean with oil-free compressed air and be free of dust or standing water prior to installation. Follow additional requirements of the adhesive manufacturer.

10. Concrete and air temperature shall be compatible with curing requirements of adhesives per adhesive manufacturer’s instructions. Anchors shall not be placed in concrete when the temperature is below 25 degrees F.

11. Anchors shall be left undisturbed and unloaded for full adhesive curing period, which is based on temperature of the concrete.

3.04 REINFORCING STEEL CONFLICTS WITH POST-INSTALLED ANCHOR INSTALLATION

A. When reinforcing steel is encountered in the drill path, slant drill to clear obstruction and provide beveled washer to match angle of anchor. Drill shall not be slanted more than 10 degrees.

B. Where slanting the drill does not resolve the conflict, notify the Owner’s Representative and resolve the conflict to the satisfaction of the Owner’s Representative in consultation with the Engineer.

C. Abandoned post-installed anchor holes shall be cleaned and filled with non-shrink grout and struck off flush with adjacent surface.

D. The costs of determining and executing the resolution shall be borne by the Contractor.

The determination and execution of the resolution shall not result in additional cost to the Owner.

E. In order to avoid or resolve a conflict, locate embedded reinforcing steel using non-destructive methods and/or redesign the attachment.

1. Redesign shall be done by the Contractor’s Professional Engineer currently registered in the state of South Carolina.

2. Calculations and details for redesign shall be submitted.

PRIWRF Clarifier Replacement Metal Fabrications Project Number: 197290 05 50 00 - 1

SECTION 05 50 00

METAL FABRICATIONS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. Section includes:

1. Custom fabricated metal items and certain manufactured units not otherwise indicated to be provided under work of other specification sections.

2. Miscellaneous metal fabrications not covered…