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Specifications: CON-Morgan Falls Automated Machine Utilities Copyright 2015 by The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Exclusively published and distributed by Architectural Computer Services, Inc. (ARCOM) for the AIA

SECTION 011000 - SUMMARY

GENERAL

PROJECT INFORMATION

Project Identification: CON-Morgan Falls Automated Machine Utilities.

Project Location: From Marengo, WI. Drive South on Van De Bruggen Road, turn right on County Road C, continue straight onto Wildcat Road, turn left on Ashland/Bayfield Road drive South until you arrive at Morgan Falls Trailhead on left. Lot entrance located at: 46.353349, -90.924026.

Owner: USDA Forest Service, Chequamegon-Nicolet NF, 500 Hanson Lake Road, Rhinelander, WI 54501.

Retain "Architect's Consultants" Paragraph below if providing contact information for Architect's consultants for Project use.

The Work consists of installation of electrical service including all required coordination and payment of the utility provider for this service, pad mounted transformer, service laterals, meter socket, panelboard, disconnects, branch circuit installation, enclosures, mounting planks, and branch circuit conductors and conduits and conductors extended for equipment installation by others. Install cast-in-place concrete sidewalks, landings, equipment mounting pads. Site grading, seeding, mulching to accommodate construction and as required to repair areas disturbed by construction activities.

WORK RESTRICTIONS

Contractor's Use of Premises: During construction, Contractor will have limited use of site indicated. Contractor's use of premises is limited only by Owner's right to perform work or employ other contractors on portions of Project and as follows:

First subparagraph below contains an example of limitations on Contractor's use of premises; delete if not applicable. Insert other descriptions of areas or types of limited use, requirements for cooperation with Owner's personnel, noninterference with Owner's or public use, and other necessary restrictions if required.

Owner will occupy premises during construction. Perform construction only during normal working hours 7 AM to 5 PM Monday thru Friday, other than Federal holidays, unless otherwise approved in advance by Contracting Officer (CO). Clean up work areas and return to usable condition at the end of each work period.

The site will be open to the public during construction. Maintain a safe access path between the parking lot and the trail system during construction.

First "Limits" Subparagraph below is based on requirements of LEED 2009 NC Credit SS 5.1. See Evaluations.

Limits: Limit site disturbance, including earthwork and clearing of vegetation, 10 feet beyond surface walkways, patios, surface parking, and utilities less than 12 inches in diameter; 15 feet beyond primary roadway curbs and main utility branch trenches; and 25 feet beyond constructed areas with permeable surfaces (such as pervious paving areas, stormwater detention facilities, and playing fields) that require additional staging areas to limit compaction in the constructed area.

Retain "Limits" Subparagraph below for greenfield sites if reduced site disturbance is required for IgCC.

"Driveways, Walkways, and Entrances" Subparagraph below is an example of a special requirement appropriate to many projects. Revise to suit Project or delete.

Driveways, Walkways, and Entrances: Keep driveways and entrances serving premises clear and available to Owner, Owner's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.

PRODUCTS (Not Used) EXECUTION (Not Used)

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SECTION 014200 - REFERENCES

GENERAL

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Publication Dates: Comply with standards in effect as of date of the Contract Documents unless otherwise indicated.

Abbreviations and Acronyms: Where abbreviations and acronyms are used in Specifications or other Contract Documents, they shall mean the recognized name of the entities in the following list. Names are subject to change and are believed to be accurate and up-to-date as of the date of the Contract Documents.

Retain entries below if referenced in Specifications.

ACI - American Concrete Institute; (Formerly: ACI International); www.concrete.org.

ASCE - American Society of Civil Engineers; www.asce.org.

ASTM - ASTM International; (American Society for Testing and Materials International); www.astm.org.

CDA - Copper Development Association; www.copper.org.

CRSI - Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute; www.crsi.org.

CSI - Construction Specifications Institute (The); www.csinet.org.

EJMA - Expansion Joint Manufacturers Association, Inc.; www.ejma.org.

ICC - International Code Council; www.iccsafe.org.

NECA - National Electrical Contractors Association; www.necanet.org.

NEMA - National Electrical Manufacturers Association; www.nema.org.

NFPA - NFPA; (National Fire Protection Association); www.nfpa.org.

UL - Underwriters Laboratories Inc.; www.ul.com.

Code Agencies: Where abbreviations and acronyms are used in Specifications or other Contract Documents, they shall mean the recognized name of the entities in the following list. Names, are subject to change and are believed to be accurate and up-to-date as of the date of the Contract Documents.

Retain entries below if referenced in Specifications.

ICC - International Code Council; www.iccsafe.org.

PRODUCTS (Not Used) EXECUTION (Not Used)

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SECTION 015000 - TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

GENERAL

SECTION REQUIREMENTS

Use Charges: Installation and removal of and use charges for temporary facilities shall be included in the Contract Sum unless otherwise indicated.

"(Water) (and) (Electric Power)" Paragraph below assumes services are available and Owner will permit tapping into existing system without charge.

Water and Electric Power: Are not currently available at the project location. Contractor may utilize electricity once they install the service without metering or charge for construction activities.

Retain "Erosion- and Sedimentation-Control Plan" Paragraph below for LEED 2009 NC, CS, or LEED 2009 for Schools Prerequisite SS-1; LEED v4; or Green Globes if the Contract Documents do not include erosion- and sedimentation-control Drawings.

Erosion- and Sedimentation-Control Plan: Prevent migration of sediment due to earth disturbing activities associated with construction activity. Provide a written plan for approval prior to commencing.

Electric Service: Comply with NECA, NEMA, and UL standards and regulations for temporary electric service. Install service to comply with NFPA 70.

Retain "Accessible Temporary Egress" Paragraph below for addition and renovation work that affects egress from occupied portions of the facility.

Accessible Temporary Egress: Comply with applicable provisions in ICC A117.1. Maintain route between parking lot and trail at all times during construction.

PRODUCTS

MATERIALS

TEMPORARY FACILITIES

Provide storage and fabrication sheds, and other support facilities as necessary for construction operations. The Contractor is responsible for the security of all equipment and materials stored on-site.

EQUIPMENT

Fire Extinguishers: Portable, UL rated; with class and extinguishing agent as required by locations and classes of fire exposures.

Revise "HVAC Equipment" Paragraph below to suit Project. Liquid-propane-gas or fuel-oil heaters are commonly used. Steam or hot-water heaters, gas-fired space heaters, or electric unit heaters are also used.

EXECUTION

TEMPORARY UTILITY INSTALLATION

General: Install temporary service or connect to existing service.

Arrange with utility company, Owner, and existing users for time when service can be interrupted, if necessary, to make connections for temporary services.

Sanitary Facilities: Provide temporary toilets, wash facilities, and drinking-water fixtures. Comply with regulations and health codes for type, number, location, operation, and maintenance of fixtures and facilities.

Delete "Toilets" Subparagraph below if facilities are unavailable or if their use is not permitted.

Toilets: Use of Owner's existing toilet facilities will be permitted, as long as facilities are cleaned and maintained in a condition acceptable to Owner. At Substantial Completion, restore these facilities to condition existing before initial use.

Heating: Provide temporary heating required for curing or drying of completed installations or for protecting installed construction from adverse effects of low temperatures or high humidity. Select equipment that will not have a harmful effect on completed installations or elements being installed.

SUPPORT FACILITIES INSTALLATION

Install project identification and other signs in locations approved by Owner to inform the public and persons seeking entrance to Project.

Waste Disposal Facilities: Provide waste-collection containers in sizes adequate to handle waste from construction operations. Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

Retain paragraph below if use of existing elevators will be permitted.

Use of Owner's existing elevators will be permitted, provided elevators are cleaned and maintained in a condition acceptable to Owner. Provide protective coverings, barriers, devices, signs, or other procedures to protect elevator car and entrance doors and frame. At Substantial Completion, restore elevators to condition existing before initial use, including replacing worn cables, guide shoes, and similar items of limited life.

SECURITY AND PROTECTION FACILITIES INSTALLATION

Provide protection, operate temporary facilities, and conduct construction as required to comply with environmental regulations and that minimize possible air, waterway, and subsoil contamination or pollution or other undesirable effects.

EPA Construction General Permit requirements apply to construction sites greater than one acre.

Provide measures to prevent soil erosion and discharge of soil-bearing water runoff and airborne dust to undisturbed areas and to adjacent properties and walkways, according to Wisconsin DNR Best Management Practices.

Tree and Plant Protection: Protect tree root systems from damage, flooding, and erosion.

Delete "Pest Control" Paragraph below only if cost considerations are paramount. Revise if specific pests, such as termites or pigeons, are a known problem.

Furnish and install site enclosure fence in a manner that will prevent people and animals from easily entering site except by entrance gates.

Barricades, Warning Signs, and Lights: Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction for erecting structurally adequate barricades, including warning signs and lighting.

Provide temporary enclosures for protection of construction, in progress and completed, from exposure, foul weather, other construction operations, and similar activities.

Install and maintain temporary fire-protection facilities. Comply with NFPA 241.

OPERATION, TERMINATION, AND REMOVAL

Supervision: Enforce strict discipline in use of temporary facilities. To minimize waste and abuse, limit availability of temporary facilities to essential and intended uses.

Remove each temporary facility when need for its service has ended, when it has been replaced by authorized use of a permanent facility, or no later than Substantial Completion.

At Substantial Completion, repair, renovate, and clean permanent facilities used during construction period.

END OF SECTION 015000

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SECTION 033000 - CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

GENERAL

SECTION REQUIREMENTS

Submittals: Concrete mix designs.

Ready-Mixed Concrete Producer Qualifications: ASTM C 94/C 94M.

PRODUCTS

For an explanation of options and Contractor's product selection procedures, see Section 016000 "Product Requirements."

PEFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Comply with ACI 301, "Specification for Structural Concrete," and with ACI 117, "Specifications for Tolerances for Concrete Construction and Materials."

MATERIALS

Reinforcing Bars: ASTM A 615/A 615M, Grade 60, deformed.

Plain Steel Wire: ASTM A 82/A 82M, as drawn.

Plain-Steel Welded Wire Reinforcement: ASTM A 185/A 185M, as drawn, flat sheet.

Portland Cement: ASTM C 150, Type I or II.

Retain supplementary cementing materials from "Fly Ash," "Ground Granulated Blast-Furnace Slag," and "Silica Fume" paragraphs below if permitted. Ready-mix concrete manufacturer blends these materials with portland cement. Fly ash, slag, or pozzolanic materials may slow rate of concrete strengthening and affect color uniformity.

Fly Ash: ASTM C 618, Class C or F.

Ground Granulated Blast-Furnace Slag: ASTM C 989, Grade 100 or 120.

Silica fume is most often used in high-strength concrete and in special applications such as bridge decks to enhance durability by lowering permeability of concrete. ACI 301 identifies silica fume as a cementitious material.

Silica Fume: ASTM C 1240, amorphous silica.

Retain class of aggregate from options in "Aggregates" Paragraph below or revise to suit Project. ASTM C 33 limits deleterious substances in coarse aggregate depending on climate severity and in-service location of concrete. Classes in first set of options are ASTM C 33 default classes for concrete exposed to weather for Severe, Moderate, and Negligible weathering regions, respectively. Retain last option if damage caused by concrete expansion from alkali silica or alkali carbonate reactions is anticipated.

Aggregates: ASTM C 33, Class 1N coarse aggregate or better, graded.

Maximum Coarse-Aggregate Size: 1 inch nominal.

Air-Entraining Admixture: ASTM C 260.

Moisture-Retaining Cover: ASTM C 171, polyethylene film or white burlap-polyethylene sheet.

Retain "Clear, Waterborne, Membrane-Forming Curing Compound" Paragraph below if a curing compound is required. Delete if a combination curing and sealing compound is required.

Retain "Clear, Solvent-Borne, Membrane-Forming Curing and Sealing Compound" Paragraph above or "Clear, Waterborne, Membrane-Forming Curing and Sealing Compound" Paragraph below if nonyellowing curing and sealing compound is required. Above is solvent borne; below is waterborne. Delete both paragraphs if curing compound alone is required.

Clear, Waterborne, Membrane-Forming Curing and Sealing Compound: ASTM C 1315, Type 1, Class A.

Joint-Filler Strips: ASTM D 1751, asphalt-saturated cellulosic fiber, or ASTM D 1752, cork or self-expanding cork.

CONCRETE MIXTURES

Prepare design mixtures, proportioned according to ACI 301.

Normal-Weight Concrete:

Retain strength from options in "Minimum Compressive Strength" Subparagraph below or revise to suit Project.

Minimum Compressive Strength: 4500 psi at 28 days.

Retain "Maximum Water-Cementitious Materials Ratio" Subparagraph below, or delete if in-service durability conditions are benign and limits on water-cementitious materials ratio are not required.

Maximum Water-Cementitious Materials Ratio: 0.45.

Slump Limit: 5 inches, plus or minus 1 inch.

ACI 301 sets air content depending on severity of exposure conditions of concrete. Air content in second sentence in "Air Content" Subparagraph below is maximum recommended by ACI 302.1R for trowel-finished slabs.

Air Content: 6% +/-1%.

First subparagraph below can help reduce carbon dioxide emissions produced by cement plants by reducing use of portland cement. Fly ash, slag, or pozzolanic materials may slow rate of concrete strengthening and affect color uniformity. Neither ACI 301 nor ACI 318 (ACI 318M) limit amount of cementitious materials that can replace portland cement unless concrete is exposed to deicing chemicals.

For concrete exposed to deicing chemicals, limit use of fly ash to 25 percent replacement of portland cement by weight and granulated blast-furnace slag to 40 percent of portland cement by weight; silica fume to 10 percent of portland cement by weight.

Retain option in paragraph below if synthetic fibers are required.

Measure, batch, mix, and deliver concrete according to ASTM C 94/C 94M.

When air temperature is above 90 deg F, reduce mixing and delivery time to 60 minutes.

EXECUTION

CONCRETING

Construct formwork according to ACI 301 and maintain tolerances and surface irregularities within ACI 347R limits of Class A, 1/8 inch for concrete exposed to view and Class C, 1/2 inch for other concrete surfaces.

Comply with CRSI's "Manual of Standard Practice" for fabricating, placing, and supporting reinforcement.

Install construction, isolation, and contraction joints where indicated. Install full-depth joint-filler strips at isolation joints.

Place concrete in a continuous operation and consolidate using mechanical vibrating equipment.

Protect concrete from physical damage, premature drying, and reduced strength due to hot or cold weather during mixing, placing, and curing.

Formed Surface Finish: Smooth-formed finish for concrete exposed to view, coated, or covered by waterproofing or other direct-applied material; rough-formed finish elsewhere.

Slab Finishes: Comply with ACI 302.1R for screeding, re-straightening, and finishing operations for concrete surfaces. Do not wet concrete surfaces. Provide the following finishes:

Retain required finishes in subparagraphs below, revising locations to suit Project.

Nonslip-broom finish to exterior concrete platforms, steps, and ramps.

Cure formed surfaces by moisture curing for at least seven days.

Begin curing concrete slabs after finishing. Apply membrane-forming curing and sealing compound to concrete.

Owner will engage a testing agency to perform field tests and to submit test reports.

Protect concrete from damage. Repair and patch defective areas.

END OF SECTION 033000

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SECTION 061000 - ROUGH CARPENTRY

GENERAL

SECTION REQUIREMENTS

PRODUCTS

For an explanation of options and Contractor's product selection procedures, see Section 016000 "Product Requirements."

WOOD PRODUCTS, GENERAL

Lumber: Provide dressed lumber, S4S, marked with grade stamp of inspection agency.

FRAMING

Dimension Lumber:

Maximum Moisture Content: 15 percent.

Retain one grade requirement and one or more species group in "Non-Load-Bearing Interior Partitions" and "Framing Other Than Non-Load-Bearing Interior Partitions" subparagraphs below depending on availability and suitability for Project. Designate load-bearing walls on Drawings.

Retain "Exposed Framing" Subparagraph below for better appearance for exposed work.

Exposed Framing: Provide material hand-selected for uniformity of appearance and freedom from characteristics, on exposed surfaces and edges, that would impair finish appearance, including decay, honeycomb, knot-holes, shake, splits, torn grain, and wane.

Species: As indicated in plans.

Grade: No. 2 or better.

MISCELLANEOUS PRODUCTS

Fasteners: Size and type indicated. Provide fasteners with hot-dip zinc coating complying with ASTM A 153/A 153M or of Type 304 stainless steel.

Power-Driven Fasteners: CABO NER-272.

Bolts: Steel bolts complying with ASTM A 307, Grade A; with ASTM A 563 hex nuts and, where indicated, flat washers.

EXECUTION

INSTALLATION

Set rough carpentry to required levels and lines, with members plumb, true to line, cut, and fitted. Locate nailers, blocking, and similar supports to comply with requirements for attaching other construction.

END OF SECTION 061000

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SECTION 260519 - LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

GENERAL

SECTION REQUIREMENTS

Product Data: For each type of product.

PRODUCTS

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PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Comply with NFPA 70.

COPPER BUILDING WIRE

Description: Flexible, insulated and uninsulated, drawn copper current-carrying conductor with an overall insulation layer or jacket, or both, rated 600 V or less.

Conductors: Copper, complying with ASTM B 3 for bare annealed copper and with ASTM B 8 for stranded conductors.

Common insulation types are described below; however, numerous other insulation types and flame-resistance options are available. Coordinate with Drawings.

Conductor Insulation:

Type SE: Comply with UL 854.

Type THHN and Type THWN-2: Comply with UL 83.

CONNECTORS AND SPLICES

Description: Factory-fabricated connectors and splices of size, ampacity rating, material, type, and class for application and service indicated.

EXECUTION

WIRING METHODS

Feeders and Branch Circuits: Copper; solid for No. 10 AWG and smaller; stranded for No. 8 AWG and larger.

Service Entrance: Type THHN/THWN, single conductors in raceway, Type XHHW, single conductors in raceway, or Type SE or USE multiconductor cable.

Exposed Feeders, Branch Circuits, and Class 1 Control Circuits,: Type THHN/THWN, single conductors in raceway.

Feeders and Branch Circuits Concealed in Concrete, below Slabs-on-Grade, and Underground: Type THHN/THWN, single conductors in raceway.

INSTALLATION OF CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

Complete raceway installation between conductor and cable termination points according to prior to pulling conductors and cables.

Support cables according to NFPA 70 requirements.

Use pulling means, including fish tape, cable, rope, and basket-weave wire/cable grips, that will not damage cables or raceway. Use manufacturer-approved pulling compound or lubricant where necessary.

Tighten electrical connectors and terminals according to manufacturer's published torque-tightening values. If manufacturer's torque values are not indicated, use those specified in UL 486A-486B.

Make splices, terminations, and taps that are compatible with conductor material. Install conductor at each outlet, with at least 6 inches of slack, 3’ for fee machine.

Identify conductors and cables.

FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

Contractor will engage a qualified inspection agency to provide an inspection complying with Utility Provider requirements and provide a copy of the inspection including any re-inspections necessary to correct defects to the Contracting Officer.

See Section 014000 "Quality Requirements" for retesting and reinspecting requirements and Section 017000 "Execution and Closeout" for requirements for correcting the Work.

END OF SECTION 260519

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SECTION 260526 - GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

GENERAL

SECTION REQUIREMENTS

Submittals: Product Data for each type of product indicated.

PRODUCTS

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PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.

Comply with UL 467 for grounding and bonding materials and equipment.

MANUFACTURERS

GROUNDING MATERIALS

Retain "Conductors" Paragraph below to require one of the two preferred conductor materials permitted by NFPA 70; delete to allow Contractor to use any material that complies with Code. See "Grounding Products" Article in the Evaluations for discussion on alternative materials.

Conductors: Solid for No. 8 AWG and smaller; stranded for No. 6 AWG and larger unless otherwise indicated.

Insulated Conductors: Copper or Tinned-copper wire or cable insulated for 600 V unless otherwise required by applicable code or authorities having jurisdiction.

Bare, Solid-Copper Conductors: Comply with ASTM B 3.

Bare, Stranded-Copper Conductors: Comply with ASTM B 8.

Bolted Connectors for Conductors and Pipes: Copper or copper alloy.

Welded Connectors: Exothermic-welding kits of types recommended by kit manufacturer for materials being joined and installation conditions.

Ground Rods: Copper-clad steel, sectional type; 5/8 by 96 inches.

EXECUTION

INSTALLATION

Pipe and Equipment Grounding-Conductor Terminations: Bolted.

Underground Connections: Welded.

Connections to Structural Steel: Bolted.

Install grounding conductors routed along shortest and straightest paths possible unless otherwise indicated or required by code. Avoid obstructing access or placing conductors where they may be subjected to strain, impact, or damage.

Install ground rods driven into ground until tops are 2 inches below final grade.

Make connections without exposing steel or damaging coating if any.

Install bonding straps and jumpers in locations accessible for inspection and maintenance, except where routed through short lengths of conduit.

Bond straps directly to basic structure, taking care not to penetrate any adjacent parts.

Bond to equipment mounted on vibration isolation hangers and supports so vibration is not transmitted to rigidly mounted equipment.

If connections specified in "Grounding and Bonding for Piping" Paragraph below circumvent dielectric fittings intended to isolate interior piping systems from ground, other action may be necessary to prevent electrolytic corrosion.

END OF SECTION 260526

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SECTION 260533 - RACEWAYS AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

GENERAL

SECTION REQUIREMENTS

Submittals: Product Data and Shop Drawings for custom enclosures and cabinets.

Retain paragraph below if required by seismic criteria applicable to Project. Coordinate with Section 260548.16 "Seismic Controls for Electrical Systems." See ASCE/SEI 7 for certification requirements for equipment and components.

Seismic qualification certificates for enclosures, cabinets, conduit racks, and mounting provisions.

PRODUCTS

NONMETALLIC CONDUITS AND FITTINGS

Listing and Labeling: Nonmetallic conduits, tubing, and fittings shall be listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and use.

See Evaluations for descriptions of nonmetallic conduit types.

Rigid Nonmetallic Conduit (RNC): SCH. 80 PVC, complying with NEMA TC 2 and UL 651 unless otherwise indicated.

Raceway Fittings: Specifically designed for raceway type used in Project.

BOXES, ENCLOSURES, AND CABINETS

Compatible with raceway material and rated for exposure of adjoining materials..

EXECUTION

INSTALLATION

"Outdoor Raceways Applications" and "Indoor Raceways Applications" paragraphs below provide examples of application requirements for various types of raceways. Coordinate with Drawings.

Outdoor Raceways Applications:

Underground, Exposed or Concealed: Sch 80 PVC.

Boxes and Enclosures: Metallic, NEMA 250, Type 3R or Type 4.

Install pull wires in empty raceways.

Installation of Hangers and Supports:

Comply with NECA 1 and NECA 101 for installation requirements, except as specified in this article.

Separate dissimilar metals and metal products from contact with wood or cementitious materials by painting each metal surface in area of contact with a bituminous coating or by other permanent separation.

Retain "Raceway Support Methods" Subparagraph below to permit raceways running perpendicular to bar joists and trusses to be supported by letting them rest within the joist or truss openings. NECA 1 does not mention this method. If seismic design requirements apply, consult structural engineer or authorities having jurisdiction before permitting this support method.

Mounting and Anchorage of Surface-Mounted Equipment and Components: Anchor and fasten electrical items and their supports to building structural elements by the following methods, unless otherwise indicated or required by Code:

To Wood: Fasten with lag screws or through bolts.

To New Concrete: Bolt to concrete inserts.

Drill holes for expansion anchors in concrete at locations and to depths that avoid reinforcing bars.

END OF SECTION 260533

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SECTION 262416 - PANELBOARDS

GENERAL

SECTION REQUIREMENTS

Submittals: Product Data.

PRODUCTS

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PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.

Comply with NEMA PB 1.

Retain "Seismic Performance" Paragraph below for projects requiring seismic design. Verify requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR PANELBOARDS

Retain "Seismic-Restraint Loading" Paragraph below for projects in seismic areas.

Enclosures: Surface-mounted cabinets; NEMA 250, 3R.

Retain "Service Equipment Label" Paragraph below for panelboards that incorporate one or more main service disconnecting and overcurrent protective devices and that are used as the service entrance, outside feeder, or separately derived source means of disconnect and overcurrent protection.

Service Equipment Label: Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) labeled for use as service equipment for panelboards with one or more main service disconnecting and overcurrent protective devices.

Retain "Future Devices" Paragraph below if future provisions are required.

Future Devices: Mounting brackets, bus connections, filler plates, and necessary appurtenances required for future installation of devices.

Retain one or both "Panelboard Short-Circuit Current Rating" paragraphs below for series-rated system or system that has panelboards and circuit breakers rated for full value of short-circuit current available at location of equipment.

Panelboard Short-Circuit Current Rating: Rated for series-connected system with integral or remote upstream overcurrent protective devices and labeled by an NRTL. Include size and type of allowable upstream and branch devices; listed and labeled for series-connected short-circuit rating by an NRTL.

Panelboard Short-Circuit Current Rating: Fully rated to interrupt symmetrical short-circuit current available at terminals.

Meter Socket: Lever bypass, coordinate installation requirements including required disconnects with panelboard and utility provider requirements.

PANELBOARDS

Panelboards: NEMA PB 1.

Doors: Secured hasp lockable by padlock w/ 3/8” diameter shackle.

Mains: 200A Circuit breaker or switch compatible with service equipment.

Branch Overcurrent Protective Devices: Plug-in circuit breakers.

Kiosk Load Center: 60A, 4 circuit, 120/240V, NEMA 3R, Surface Mount, Lockable/vandal resistant.

DISCONNECTING AND OVERCURRENT PROTECTIVE DEVICES

Coordinate this article with Drawings. See the "Disconnecting and Overcurrent Protective Devices" Article in the Evaluations for guidance on making selections.

Molded-Case Circuit Breaker: Comply with UL 489.

Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter Circuit Breakers: Single- and two-pole configurations with Class A ground-fault protection (6-mA trip).

Fused Switch: NEMA KS 1, Type HID; clips to accommodate specified fuses; lockable handle.

EXECUTION

INSTALLATION

Referenced NECA and NEMA standards in first paragraph below include similar requirements. See "Testing and Inspecting" Article in the Evaluations.

Receive, inspect, handle, store, and install panelboards and accessories according to NEMA PB 1.1.

Retain first paragraph below if seismic controls are required for Project. Coordinate with Drawings.

Ensure that, whatever height is retained for top of trim in first paragraph below, the operating handle of top-most switch or circuit breaker, in on position, is not higher than 79 inches (2000 mm) above finished floor or grade.

Mount top of trim as indicated in plans.

Retain first paragraph below unless ceilings are accessible.

Arrange conductors into groups; bundle and wrap with wire ties.

Create a directory to indicate installed circuit loads.

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SECTION 262726 - WIRING DEVICES

GENERAL

SECTION REQUIREMENTS

Submittals: Product Data.

PRODUCTS

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PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.

Comply with NFPA 70.

Retain "Commercial-Grade Devices," "Decorator-Style Devices," or "Residential Devices" Article below. For projects that require devices specified in two or all of the articles, indicate device grade on Drawings.

COMMERCIAL-GRADE DEVICES

Not all standard devices are available with a modular plug-in configuration. For example, this Section does not include specifications for modular devices.

Devices that are manufactured for use with modular plug-in connectors may be substituted under the following conditions:

Connectors shall comply with UL 2459 and shall be made with stranding building wire.

Devices shall comply with the requirements in this Section.

Revise "Device Color" Paragraph below if a separate emergency power system serving wiring devices is not provided.

Device Color:

When retaining multiple device colors and wall plate types, indicate the selection in "Installation" Article.

Wiring Devices Connected to Normal Power System: Ivory unless otherwise indicated or required by NFPA 70 or device listing.

Delete "Wiring Devices Connected to Emergency Power System" Subparagraph below if a separate emergency power system serving wiring devices is not provided.

Duplex Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI) Convenience Receptacles: 125-V, 20-A, straight blade, non-feed-through type. NEMA WD 1, NEMA WD 6, UL 498, and UL 943, Class A, and include indicator light that is lighted when device is tripped.

WALL PLATES

When retaining more than one wall plate type in wall plates paragraphs below, add a "Where Used" Paragraph to "Installation" Article.

Wall Plates, Damp Locations: Thermoplastic with spring-loaded lift cover, and listed and labeled for use in wet locations.

EXECUTION

INSTALLATION

NECA 1 referenced in first paragraph below includes device mounting-height requirements.

Comply with NECA 1, including the mounting heights listed in that standard, unless otherwise noted.

Do not use oversized or extra-deep plates. Repair wall finishes and remount outlet boxes when standard device plates do not fit flush or do not cover rough wall opening.

When retaining multiple device colors and wall plate types in Part 2, indicate the selection in first paragraph below, unless indicated on Drawings.

Select device colors and wall plates as follows:

For plastic covers, match device color.

Mount devices surface mount, plumb and square to adjoining structures.

END OF SECTION 262726

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SECTION 312000 - EARTH MOVING

GENERAL

SECTION REQUIREMENTS

Unauthorized excavation consists of excavation below subgrade elevations or beyond indicated lines and dimensions without direction by Architect. Unauthorized excavation, as well as remedial work directed by Architect, shall be without additional compensation.

Retain "Utility Locator Service" Paragraph below if required and not specified in Section 311000 "Site Clearing." First option is a generic term that is known in various states by different names listed in the other options. See the Evaluations.

Utility Locator Service: Notify Diggers Hotline in accordance with State requirements for area where Project is located before site clearing.

Provide temporary erosion- and sedimentation-control measures to prevent soil erosion and discharge of soil-bearing water runoff or airborne dust to adjacent properties and walkways, according to Wisconsin DNR Best Management Practices. https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/stormwater/standards/const_standards.html .

PRODUCTS

SOIL MATERIALS

Satisfactory Soil: ASTM D 2487 Soil Classification Groups GW, GP, GM, SW, SP, and SM; free of rock or gravel larger than 3 inches in any dimension, debris, waste, frozen materials, vegetation, or other deleterious matter.

Unsatisfactory Soil: ASTM D 2487 Soil Classification Groups GC, SC, CL, ML, OL, CH, MH, OH, and PT.

Backfill and Fill: Satisfactory soil materials.

Terms, descriptions, and gradations of granular soil materials in "Subbase Material," "Bedding Course," "Drainage Course," and "Impervious Fill" paragraphs below are examples only. Revise to comply with local practices and to suit Project. For example, granular materials may be referenced by state or local highway designations rather than by ASTM classifications.

Subbase Material: Naturally or artificially graded mixture of natural or crushed gravel, crushed stone, and natural or crushed sand; ASTM D 2940/D 2940M; with at least 90 percent passing a 1-1/2-inch sieve and not more than 12 percent passing a No. 200 sieve.

Bedding Course: Naturally or artificially graded mixture of natural or crushed gravel, crushed stone, and natural or crushed sand; ASTM D 2940/D 2940M; except with 100 percent passing a 1-inch sieve and not more than 8 percent passing a No. 200 sieve.

Drainage Course: Narrowly graded mixture of washed crushed stone or crushed or uncrushed gravel; ASTM D 448; coarse-aggregate grading Size 57; with 100 percent passing a 1-1/2-inch sieve and zero to 5 percent passing a No. 8 sieve.

Impervious Fill: Clayey gravel and sand mixture capable of compacting to a dense state.

EXECUTION

EARTHWORK

Protect and maintain erosion and sedimentation controls during earthmoving operations.

Protect subgrades and foundation soils from freezing temperatures and frost. Remove temporary protection before placing subsequent materials.

Prevent surface water and ground water from entering excavations, from ponding on prepared subgrades, and from flooding Project site and surrounding area.

Explosives: Do not use explosives.

Excavate to subgrade elevations regardless of character of materials and obstructions encountered.

Retain last paragraph above or first paragraph below.

Excavate to subgrade elevations. Material to be excavated will be classified as earth and rock. Do not excavate rock until it has been classified and cross sectioned by Architect. The Contract Sum will be adjusted for rock excavation according to unit prices included in the Contract Documents.

Excavate for structures, building slabs, pavements, and walkways. Trim subgrades to required lines and grades.

Utility Trenches: Excavate trenches to indicated slopes, lines, depths, and invert elevations. Shape subgrade to provide continuous support.

Place, compact, and shape bedding course to provide continuous support for pipes and conduits over rock and other unyielding bearing surfaces and to fill unauthorized excavations.

Place and compact initial backfill of satisfactory soil material or subbase material, free of particles larger than 1 inch, to a height of 12 inches over the utility pipe or conduit. Place and compact final backfill of satisfactory soil material to final subgrade.

Revise locations for proof-rolling in first paragraph below if required; revise type of vehicle and minimum weight to suit Project. Proof-rolling can be used for wide areas, not trenches.

Proof-roll subgrade below slabs and pavements with a pneumatic-tired tandem-axle dump truck weighing not less than 15 tons to identify soft pockets and areas of excess yielding. Do not proof-roll wet or saturated subgrades.

Place backfill and fill in layers not more than 8 inches in loose depth at optimum moisture content. Proof roll lifts to verify appropriate compactive method and effort.

Grade areas to a smooth surface to cross sections, lines, and elevations indicated. Grade lawns, walkways, and unpaved subgrades to tolerances of plus or minus 1 inch and pavements and areas within building lines to plus or minus 1/2 inch.

Under pavements and walkways, place subbase course material on prepared subgrades and compact at optimum moisture content to required grades, lines, cross sections, and thicknesses.

Under slabs-on-grade, place drainage course on prepared subgrade and compact to required cross section and thickness.

Remove surplus satisfactory soil and waste materials, including unsatisfactory soil, trash, and debris, and legally dispose of them off Owner's property.

END OF SECTION 312000

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SECTION 329200 - TURF AND GRASSES

GENERAL

SECTION REQUIREMENTS

Submittals: Certification of grass seed and product certificates.

PRODUCTS

GRASSES FOR SEEDING

Retain "Grass Seed by Species" Paragraph below if specifying grass seed and mixes by species; delete if specifying proprietary grass seed mixes.

Grass Seed by Species:

Retain one of two "Quality" paragraphs below. Retain first paragraph if grass seed is certified by the State Department of Agriculture. Most states have seed-certification agencies. Retain second paragraph if the State Department of Agriculture does not regulate seed germination, purity, and weed seed or if there is no state seed certification. Delete both paragraphs if specifying proprietary grass seed mixes.

Quality: State-certified seed of grass species, produced in Wisconsin, Eastern Minnesota, or Northern Illinois.

Quality: Seed of grass species as listed below for solar exposure, with not less than 85 percent germination, not less than 90 percent pure seed, and not more than 0.5percent weed seed.

Retain one or more of "Seed Mixture for Full Sun," "Seed Mixture for Sun and Partial Shade," and "Seed Mixture for Shade" subparagraphs below. Consult university cooperative extension service or county extension agency for current seed mixture recommendations. Revise species and mixture proportions if required.

Seed Mixture Annual oats 40% Canada Wildrye 30% Sideoats Gram 30%

MULCHES

Retain "Commercial Fertilizer" or "Slow-Release Fertilizer" Paragraph below or both. If retaining both, indicate location of each on Drawings or by inserts. Revise fertilizer composition to suit Project.

Retain one or more of "Straw Mulch," "Fiber Mulch," and "Compost Mulch" paragraphs below. Straw mulch may be required in areas where seeded turf is subject to wind or water erosion.

Straw Mulch: Clean, mildew- and seed-free salt hay or threshed straw of wheat, rye, oats, or barley.

Retain "Fiber Mulch" Paragraph below for hydroseeding.

EXECUTION

PREPARATION

Grade planting areas to a smooth, uniform surface plane with loose, uniformly fine texture. Roll and rake, remove ridges, and fill depressions to meet finish grades. Moisten before planting.

PLANTING

Seeding: Evenly distribute seed by sowing with spreader or seeding machine in two directions at right angles to each other. Rake seed lightly into top 1/8 inch of topsoil, roll lightly, and water with fine spray. Protect seeded areas by spreading straw mulch at rate of 1-1/2 inches in loose thickness.

Seeding Rate: 2 lb/1000 sq. ft.

MAINTENANCE SERVICE

Maintain and establish plantings by watering, fertilizing, weeding, mowing, trimming, replanting, and other operations. Roll, regrade, and replant bare or eroded areas and remulch to produce a uniformly smooth installation. Provide materials and installation the same as those used in the original installation.

Maintain plantings until established, but for not less than 30 days.

Mow turf as soon as top growth is tall enough to cut. Remove no more than one-third of grass-leaf growth in initial or subsequent mowings. Do not delay mowing until grass blades bend over and become matted. Do not mow when grass is wet.

Revise subparagraph below if more than one species and height of grass is required.

END OF SECTION 329200