Attachment_3_Winterhaven_BPS_Project_Manual.pdf

STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES

REAL ESTATE SERVICES DIVISION

PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT BRANCH

PROJECT MANUAL

INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION

BIDDING REQUIREMENTS

CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

SPECIFICATIONS

APPENDICES

FOR:

GENERATOR REPLACEMENT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND

AGRICULTURE

WINTERHAVEN, IMPERIAL COUNTY, CALIFORNIA

Joyesh Chandra, Project Director I West Sacramento, California

Consultants: J.C. Chang & Associates, Inc.

November 2025

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OFFICE OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL

APPROVED FIRE AND PANIC ONLY

01/21/26

Approval of this plan does not authorize or approve any omission or deviation from applicable regulations. Final approval is subject to field inspection. One set of approved plans shall be available on the project site at all times.

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PROJECT TITLE : GENERATOR REPLACEMENT

CLIENT AGENCY : CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND

AGRICULTURE

LOCATION : WINTERHAVEN, IMPERIAL COUNTY, CALIFORNIA

PROJECT NUMBER : 000000000013525

OWNER : STATE OF CALIFORNIA

PROJECT DIRECTOR : Joyesh Chandra Department of General Services Project Management and Development Branch 707 Third Street, 4th Floor West Sacramento, California 95605 Telephone Number: (916) 926-8906 Email :Joyesh.chandra@dgs.ca.gov

CONSULTANT : Sevag Avanessian, PE

J.C. Chang & Associates

Date Signed: 11/4/2025

Sevag Avanessian, PE

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

260519 Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables 260523 Control-Voltage Electrical Power Cables 260526 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems 260529 Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems

260533.13 Conduits for Electrical Systems

260543 Underground Ducts and Raceways for Electrical Systems 260548 Vibration and Seismic Controls for Electrical Systems 260553 Identification for Electrical Systems 262416 Panelboards

263213.16 Gas-Engine Driven Generator Sets

263343 Battery Chargers 263600 Transfer Switches

DIVISION 27 - COMMUNICATIONS

270528 Pathways for Communications Systems 271513 Communications Copper Horizontal Cabling

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LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

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SECTION 260519

LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Copper building wire.

2. Connectors and splices.

1.2 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data:

1. Copper building wire.

2. Connectors and splices.

B. Product Schedule: CU, THWN, Indoor and Outdoor, underground pull boxes, switchboards, panels, ATS, and Generator.

1.3 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Field quality-control reports.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 COPPER BUILDING WIRE

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

B. Manufacturers:

1. Southwire.

2. International Wire Group, Inc.

3. New England Wire Technologies Corp.

4. Or approved equal.

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C. Standards:

1. Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and use.

2. Conductor and Cable Marking: Comply with wire and cable marking according to UL's "Wire and Cable Marking and Application Guide."

D. Conductors: Copper, complying with ASTM B3 for bare annealed copper and with ASTM B496for stranded conductors.

E. Conductor Insulation:

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

2.2 CONNECTORS AND SPLICES

A. Description: Factory-fabricated connectors, splices, and lugs of size, ampacity rating, material, type, and class for application and service indicated; listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and use.

B. Manufacturers:

1. Dottie.

2. Ideal.

3. 3M.

4. NSI.

5. Or approved equal.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 CONDUCTOR MATERIAL APPLICATIONS

A. Feeders:

1. Copper; solid for No. 12 AWG and smaller; stranded for No. 10 AWG and larger.

B. Branch Circuits:

1. Copper. Solid for No. 12 AWG and smaller; stranded for No. 10 AWG and larger.

3.2 CONDUCTOR INSULATION AND MULTICONDUCTOR CABLE APPLICATIONS AND

WIRING METHODS

A. Service Entrance: Type THHN/THWN-2, single conductors in raceway.

B. Feeders Concealed in Concrete, below Slabs-on-Grade, and Underground:

Type THHN/THWN-2, single conductors in raceway.

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C. Branch Circuits Concealed in Concrete, below Slabs-on-Grade, and Underground:

Type THHN/THWN-2, single conductors in raceway.

3.3 INSTALLATION, GENERAL

A. Conceal cables in finished walls, ceilings, and floors unless otherwise indicated.

B. Complete raceway installation between conductor and cable termination points in accordance with Section 260533.13 "Conduits for Electrical Systems" prior to pulling conductors and cables.

C. Use manufacturer-approved pulling compound or lubricant where necessary;

compound used must not deteriorate conductor or insulation. Do not exceed manufacturer's recommended maximum pulling tensions and sidewall pressure values.

D. Use pulling means, including fish tape, cable, rope, and basket-weave wire/cable grips, that will not damage cables or raceway.

E. Support cables according to Section 260529 "Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems."

3.4 CONNECTIONS

A. 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.

B. Make splices, terminations, and taps that are compatible with conductor material and that possess equivalent or better mechanical strength and insulation ratings than unspliced conductors.

3.5 IDENTIFICATION

A. Identify and color-code conductors and cables according to Section 260553 "Identification for Electrical Systems."

B. Identify each spare conductor at each end with identity number and location of other end of conductor, and identify as spare conductor.

3.6 SLEEVE AND SLEEVE-SEAL INSTALLATION FOR ELECTRICAL PENETRATIONS

A. Install sleeves and sleeve seals at penetrations of exterior floor and wall assemblies.

Comply with requirements in Section 260544 "Sleeves and Sleeve Seals for Electrical Raceways and Cabling."

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3.7 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Tests and Inspections:

1. After installing conductors and cables and before electrical circuitry has been energized, test service entrance and feeder conductors for compliance with requirements.

2. After installing conductors and cables and before electrical circuitry has been energized, test service entrance and feeder conductors and conductors feeding the following critical equipment and services for compliance with requirements:

3. Perform each of the following visual and electrical tests:

a. Inspect exposed sections of conductor and cable for physical damage and correct connection according to the single-line diagram.

b. Test bolted connections for high resistance using one of the following:

1) Calibrated torque wrench.

c. Inspect for correct identification.

d. Inspect cable jacket and condition.

e. Continuity test on each conductor and cable.

B. Cables will be considered defective if they do not pass tests and inspections.

C. Prepare test and inspection reports to record the following:

1. Procedures used.

2. Results that comply with requirements.

3. Results that do not comply with requirements, and corrective action taken to achieve compliance with requirements.

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CONTROL-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CABLES

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SECTION 260523

CONTROL-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CABLES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Category 6 balanced twisted pair cable.

2. Control-circuit conductors.

1.2 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data:

1. Category 6 balanced twisted pair cable.

2. Control-circuit conductors.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. 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.

2.2 CATEGORY 6 BALANCED TWISTED PAIR CABLE

A. Description: Four-pair, balanced-twisted pair cable, with internal spline, certified to meet transmission characteristics of Category 6 cable at frequencies up to 250 MHz.

B. Manufacturers:

1. Ideal Industries.

2. Superior Essex

3. Nexans.

C. Standard: Comply with NEMA WC 66/ICEA S-116-732 and TIA-568-C.2 for Category 6 cables.

D. Conductors: 100-ohm, No. 23 AWG solid copper.

E. Shielding/Screening: Screened and shielded twisted pairs (F/FTP).

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F. Cable Rating: Riser.

G. Jacket: Blue thermoplastic.

2.3 CONTROL-CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS

A. Manufacturers:

1. Southwire.

2. Lutron

3. Coleman Cable

4. Or approved equal.

B. Class 1 Control Circuits: Stranded copper, Type THHN/THWN-2, complying with UL 83 in raceway.

2.4 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL

A. Testing Agency: Owner will engage a qualified testing agency to evaluate cables.

B. Cable will be considered defective if it does not pass tests and inspections.

C. Prepare test and inspection reports.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Test cables on receipt at Project site.

1. Test each pair of twisted pair cable for open and short circuits.

3.2 INSTALLATION OF RACEWAYS AND BOXES

A. Comply with requirements in Section 260533.13 "Conduits for Electrical Systems" for raceway selection and installation requirements for conduits as supplemented or modified in this Section.

B. Comply with TIA-569-D for pull-box sizing and length of conduit and number of bends between pull points.

C. Install manufactured conduit sweeps and long-radius elbows if possible.

3.3 INSTALLATION OF CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

A. Comply with NECA 1.

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B. General Requirements for Cabling:

1. Comply with TIA-568-C Series of standards.

2. Comply with BICSI ITSIMM, Ch. 5, "Copper Structured Cabling Systems."

3. Terminate all conductors; cable must not contain unterminated elements. Make terminations only at indicated outlets, terminals, and cross-connect and patch panels.

4. Cables may not be spliced and must be continuous from terminal to terminal. Do not splice cable between termination, tap, or junction points.

5. Cables serving a common system may be grouped in a common raceway. Install network cabling and control wiring and cable in separate raceway from power wiring. Do not group conductors from different systems or different voltages.

6. Bundle, lace, and train conductors to terminal points without exceeding manufacturer's limitations on bending radii, but not less than radii specified in BICSI ITSIMM, Ch. 5, "Copper Structured Cabling Systems." Install lacing bars and distribution spools.

7. Do not install bruised, kinked, scored, deformed, or abraded cable. Remove and discard cable if damaged during installation and replace it with new cable.

8. Pulling Cable: Comply with BICSI ITSIMM, Ch. 5, "Copper Structured Cabling Systems." Monitor cable pull tensions.

9. Secure: Fasten securely in place with hardware specifically designed and installed so as to not damage cables.

10. Provide strain relief.

11. Allow extra length for connecting to terminals. Do not bend cables in a radius less than 10 times the cable OD. Use sleeves or grommets to protect cables from vibration at points where they pass around sharp corners and through penetrations.

12. Ground wire must be copper, and grounding methods must comply with IEEE C2. Demonstrate ground resistance.

C. Installation of Control-Circuit Conductors:

1. Install wiring in raceways.

2. Use insulated spade lugs for wire and cable connection to screw terminals.

D. Separation from EMI Sources:

1. Comply with BICSI TDMM and TIA-569-D recommendations for separating unshielded copper voice and data communications cable from potential EMI sources including electrical power lines and equipment.

2. Separation between communications cables in grounded metallic raceways and power lines and electrical equipment located in grounded metallic conduits or enclosures must be as follows:

a. Electrical Equipment or Circuit Rating More Than 5 kVA: A minimum of 6 inch (150 mm).

3. Separation between Communications Cables and Electrical Motors and Transformers, 5 kVA or 5 HP and Larger: A minimum of 48 inch (1200 mm).

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3.4 REMOVAL OF CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

A. Remove abandoned conductors and cables. Abandoned conductors and cables are those installed that are not terminated at equipment and are not identified with a tag for future use.

3.5 CONTROL-CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS

A. Minimum Conductor Sizes:

1. Class 1 remote-control and signal circuits; No 14 AWG.

3.6 GROUNDING

A. For data communication wiring, comply with TIA-607-B and with BICSI TDMM, "Bonding and Grounding (Earthing)" Chapter.

B. For control-voltage wiring and cabling, comply with requirements in Section 260526 "Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems."

3.7 IDENTIFICATION

A. Comply with requirements for identification specified in Section 260553 "Identification for Electrical Systems."

B. Identify data and communications system components, wiring, and cabling according to TIA-606-B; label printers must use label stocks, laminating adhesives, and inks complying with UL 969.

C. Identify each wire on each end and at each terminal with a number-coded identification tag. Each wire must have a unique tag.

3.8 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Tests and Inspections:

1. Visually inspect cable jacket materials for UL or third-party certification markings.

Inspect cabling terminations to confirm color-coding for pin assignments, and inspect cabling connections to confirm compliance with TIA-568-C.1.

2. Visually inspect cable placement, cable termination, grounding and bonding, equipment and patch cords, and labeling of all components.

B. End-to-end cabling will be considered defective if it does not pass tests and inspections.

C. Prepare test and inspection reports.

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GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

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SECTION 260526

GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Grounding and bonding conductors.

2. Grounding and bonding clamps.

3. Grounding and bonding bushings.

4. Grounding and bonding connectors.

5. Grounding and bonding busbars.

6. Grounding (earthing) electrodes.

1.2 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data:

1. For each type of product indicated.

B. Shop Drawings: Plans showing dimensioned locations of grounding features described in "Field Quality Control" Article, including the following:

1. Concrete Encased Electrode (Uffer).

2. Rod electrodes.

3. Grounding arrangements and connections for separately derived systems.

C. Field Quality-Control Submittals:

1. Field quality-control reports.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 GROUNDING AND BONDING CONDUCTORS

A. Equipment Grounding Conductor:

1. General Characteristics: 600 V, THHN/THWN-2 wire or cable, green color, in accordance with Section 260519 "Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables."

B. ASTM - Bare Copper Grounding and Bonding Conductor:

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1. Manufacturers:

a. Southwire.

b. International Wire Group, Inc.

c. New England Wire Technologies Corp.

d. Or approved equal.

2. Referenced Standards: Complying with one or more of the following:

a. Soft Copper Wire: ASTM B3

b. Concentric-Lay Stranded Copper Conductor: ASTM B8.

2.2 GROUNDING AND BONDING CLAMPS

A. Description: Clamps suitable for attachment of grounding and bonding conductors to grounding electrodes, pipes, tubing, and rebar. Grounding and bonding clamps specified in this article are also suitable for use with communications applications.

B. Source Limitations: Obtain products from single manufacturer.

C. Performance Criteria:

1. Regulatory Requirements:

a. Listed and labeled in accordance with NFPA 70, by qualified electrical testing laboratory recognized by authorities having jurisdiction and marked for intended location and application.

2. Listing Criteria:

a. Grounding and Bonding Equipment: UL CCN KDER; including UL 467.

D. UL KDER and KDSH - Hex-Fitting-Type Pipe and Rod Grounding and Bonding Clamp:

1. Manufacturers:

a. Cooper Crouse-Hinds.

b. American Fittings Corp.

c. Bridgeport.

d. Or approved equal.

2. General Characteristics:

a. Two pieces with zinc-plated bolts.

b. Clamp Material: Tinned brass.

c. Listed for outdoor use.

E. UL KDER and KDSH - U-Bolt-Type Pipe and Rod Grounding and Bonding Clamp :

1. Manufacturers:

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a. Cooper Crouse-Hinds.

b. American Fittings Corp.

c. Bridgeport.

d. Or approved equal.

2. General Characteristics:

a. Clamp Material: Tinned brass.

b. Listed for outdoor use.

F. UL KDER and KDSH - Strap-Type Pipe and Rod Grounding and Bonding Clamp:

1. Manufacturers:

a. Cooper Crouse-Hinds.

b. American Fittings Corp.

c. Bridgeport.

d. Or approved equal.

2. General Characteristics:

a. Clamp Material: Tinned copper.

b. Listed for outdoor use.

G. UL KDER - Exothermically Welded Connection:

1. Manufacturers:

a. Erico

b. Harger NUWTube

c. CADWELD

d. Or approved equal.

2. General Characteristics: Exothermic-welding kits of types recommended by kit manufacturer for materials being joined and installation conditions.

2.3 GROUNDING AND BONDING BUSHINGS

A. Description: Bonding bushings connect conduit fittings, tubing fittings, threaded metal conduit, and unthreaded metal conduit to metal boxes and equipment enclosures and have one or more bonding screws intended to provide electrical continuity between bushing and enclosure. Grounding bushings have provision for connection of bonding or grounding conductor and may or may not also have bonding screws.

B. Source Limitations: Obtain products from single manufacturer.

C. Performance Criteria:

1. Regulatory Requirements:

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a. Listed and labeled in accordance with NFPA 70, by qualified electrical testing laboratory recognized by authorities having jurisdiction and marked for intended location and application.

2. Listing Criteria:

a. Grounding and Bonding Equipment: UL CCN KDER; including UL 467.

D. UL KDER - Bonding Bushing:

1. Manufacturers:

a. Cooper Crouse-Hinds.

b. American Fittings Corp.

c. Bridgeport.

d. Or approved equal.

2. General Characteristics: Threaded bushing with insulated throat.

2.4 GROUNDING AND BONDING CONNECTORS

A. Source Limitations: Obtain products from single manufacturer.

B. Performance Criteria:

1. Regulatory Requirements:

a. Listed and labeled in accordance with NFPA 70, by qualified electrical testing laboratory recognized by authorities having jurisdiction, and marked for intended location and application.

2. Listing Criteria:

a. Grounding and Bonding Equipment: UL CCN KDER; including UL 467.

C. UL KDER - Lay-In Lug Mechanical-Type Grounding and Bonding Busbar Terminal in ATS, generator, and panels:

1. Manufacturers:

a. Cooper Crouse-Hinds.

b. American Fittings Corp.

c. Bridgeport.

d. Or approved equal.

2. General Characteristics: Mechanical type, copper rated for direct burial terminal with set screw.

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2.5 GROUNDING AND BONDING BUSBARS

A. Description: Miscellaneous grounding and bonding device that serves as common connection for multiple grounding and bonding conductors.

B. Source Limitations: Obtain products from single manufacturer.

C. Performance Criteria:

1. Regulatory Requirements:

a. Listed and labeled in accordance with NFPA 70, by qualified electrical testing laboratory recognized by authorities having jurisdiction and marked for intended location and application.

2. Listing Criteria:

a. Grounding and Bonding Equipment: UL CCN KDER; including UL 467.

D. UL KDER - Equipment Grounding and Bonding Busbar in Panelboards, ATS, and Generator:

1. Manufacturers:

a. Cooper Crouse-Hinds.

b. American Fittings Corp.

c. Bridgeport.

d. Or approved equal.

2. General Characteristics:

a. Bus: Rectangular bar of annealed copper.

b. Mounting Stand-Off Insulators: Lexan or PVC.

1) Comply with UL 891 for use in 600 V panelboards, impulse tested at 5000 V.

2.6 GROUNDING (EARTHING) ELECTRODES

A. Description: Grounding electrodes include rod electrodes, metal underground water pipes, metal building frames, concrete-encased electrodes.

B. Source Limitations: Obtain products from single manufacturer.

C. Performance Criteria:

1. Regulatory Requirements:

a. Listed and labeled in accordance with NFPA 70, by qualified electrical testing laboratory recognized by authorities having and marked for intended location and application.

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2. Listing Criteria:

a. Grounding and Bonding Equipment: UL CCN KDER; including UL 467.

D. UL KDER - Rod Electrode :

1. Manufacturers:

a. nVent ERICO.

b. Galvan Electrical.

c. Houston Wire & Cable.

d. Or approved equal.

2. General Characteristics: Copper-clad; 3/4 inch by 10 ft (19 mm by 3 m).

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine facility's grounding electrode system and equipment grounding for compliance with requirements for maximum ground-resistance level as shown in drawings and other conditions affecting performance of grounding and bonding of electrical system.

B. Inspect test results of grounding system measured at point of electrical service equipment connection.

C. Proceed with connection of electrical service equipment only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.2 SELECTION OF GROUNDING AND BONDING CONDUCTORS

A. Conductors: Install solid conductor for 12 AWG and smaller, and stranded conductors for 10 AWG and larger unless otherwise indicated.

B. Bonding Conductor: 4 AWG or 6 AWG, stranded conductor. As shown in drawings.

C. Underground Grounding Conductors: Install bare copper conductor,sized as shown in drawings.

1. Bury at least 30 inches below grade.

3.3 SELECTION OF CONNECTORS

A. Conductor Terminations and Connections:

1. Pipe and Equipment Grounding Conductor Terminations: Bolted connectors.

2. Underground Connections: Welded connectors except at test wells and as otherwise indicated.

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3. Connections to Ground Rods at Test Wells: Bolted connectors.

4. Connections to Concrete Encased Rebar: Welded clamp connectors.

3.4 INSTALLATION

A. Comply with manufacturer's published instructions.

B. Special Techniques:

1. Conductors:

a. Route 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.

2. Connections: Make connections so possibility of galvanic action or electrolysis is minimized. Select connectors, connection hardware, conductors, and connection methods so metals in direct contact are galvanically compatible.

a. Make connections with clean, bare metal at points of contact.

b. Make aluminum-to-galvanized-steel connections with tin-plated copper jumpers and mechanical clamps.

c. Coat and seal connections having dissimilar metals with inert material to prevent future penetration of moisture to contact surfaces.

d. Bonding Straps and Jumpers: Install in locations accessible for inspection and maintenance except where routed through short lengths of conduit.

1) Bonding to Structure: Bond straps directly to basic structure, taking care not to penetrate adjacent parts.

2) Bonding to Equipment Mounted on Vibration Isolation Hangers and Supports: Install bonding so vibration is not transmitted to rigidly mounted equipment.

3) Use exothermic-welded connectors for outdoor locations; if disconnect-type connection is required, use bolted clamp.

e. Grounding and Bonding for Piping:

1) Metal Water Service Pipe: Install insulated copper grounding conductors, in conduit, from building's main service equipment, or grounding bus, to main metal water service entrances to building.

Connect grounding conductors to main metal water service pipes;

use bolted clamp connector or bolt lug-type connector to pipe flange by using one of lug bolts of flange. Where dielectric main water fitting is installed, connect grounding conductor on street side of fitting.

Bond metal grounding conductor conduit or sleeve to conductor at each end.

2) Water Meter Piping: Use braided-type bonding jumpers to electrically bypass water meters. Connect to pipe with bolted connector.

3) Bond each aboveground portion of gas piping system downstream from equipment shutoff valve.

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f.

3. Electrodes:

a. Ground Rods:

1) Interconnect ground rods with grounding electrode conductor below grade and as otherwise indicated. Make connections without exposing steel or damaging coating if any.

2) Use exothermic welds for below-grade connections.

b. Test Wells: Ground rod driven through drilled hole in bottom of handhole.

Handholes are specified in Section 260543 "Underground Ducts and Raceways for Electrical Systems," and must be at least 12 inch (300 mm) deep, with cover.

1) Install at least one test well for each service unless otherwise indicated. Install at ground rod electrically closest to service entrance.

Set top of test well flush with finished grade or floor.

c. Concrete-Encased Electrode (Ufer Ground):

1) Fabricate in accordance with NFPA 70; use minimum of 20 ft (6 m) of bare copper conductor not smaller than as shown in drawings.

a) Bond grounding conductor to reinforcing steel in at least four locations and to anchor bolts. Extend grounding conductor below grade and connect to building's grounding grid or to grounding electrode external to concrete.

2) Fabricate in accordance with NFPA 70; using electrically conductive coated steel reinforcing bars or rods, at least 20 ft (6.0 m) long. If reinforcing is in multiple pieces, connect together by usual steel tie wires or exothermic welding to create required length.

4. Grounding at Service:

a. Equipment grounding conductors and grounding electrode conductors must be connected to ground bus. Install main bonding jumper between neutral and ground buses.

5. Grounding Separately Derived Systems:

a. Generator: Install grounding electrode(s) at generator location. Electrode must be connected to equipment grounding conductor and to frame of generator.

6. Equipment Grounding:

a. Install insulated equipment grounding conductors with feeders and branch circuits.

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b. Install insulated equipment grounding conductors with the following items, in addition to those required by NFPA 70:

1) Feeders and branch circuits.

2) Lighting circuits.

3) Receptacle circuits.

4) Single-phase motor and appliance branch circuits.

5) Three-phase motor and appliance branch circuits.

6) Flexible raceway runs.

7) Busway Supply Circuits: Install insulated equipment grounding conductor from grounding bus in panelboard, ATS, generator, or distribution panel to equipment grounding bar terminal on busway.

3.5 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Field tests and inspections must be witnessed by authorities having jurisdiction.

B. Tests and Inspections:

1. After installing grounding system but before permanent electrical circuits have been energized, test for compliance with requirements.

2. Inspect physical and mechanical condition. Verify tightness of accessible, bolted, electrical connections with calibrated torque wrench in accordance with manufacturer's published instructions.

3. Test completed grounding system at each location where maximum ground-resistance level is specified, at service disconnect enclosure grounding terminal, at ground test wells, and at individual ground rods. Make tests at ground rods before conductors are connected.

a. Measure ground resistance no fewer than two full days after last trace of precipitation and without soil being moistened by means other than natural drainage or seepage and without chemical treatment or other artificial means of reducing natural ground resistance.

b. Perform tests by fall-of-potential method in accordance with IEEE Std 81.

c. Excessive Ground Resistance: If resistance to ground exceeds specified values, notify Engineer of Record promptly and include recommendations to reduce ground resistance.

4. Prepare dimensioned Drawings locating each test well, ground rod and ground-rod assembly, and other grounding electrodes. Identify each by letter in alphabetical order, and key to record of tests and observations. Include number of rods driven and their depth at each location, and include observations of weather and other phenomena that may affect test results. Describe measures taken to improve test results.

C. Nonconforming Work:

1. Grounding system will be considered defective if it does not pass tests and inspections.

2. Remove and replace defective components and retest.

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D. Collect, assemble, and submit test and inspection reports.

3.6 PROTECTION

A. After installation, protect grounding and bonding cables and equipment from construction activities. Remove and replace items that are contaminated, defaced, damaged, or otherwise caused to be unfit for use prior to acceptance by Owner.

END OF SECTION 260526

HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

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SECTION 260529

HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Support, anchorage, and attachment components.

2. Fabricated metal equipment support assemblies.

B. Related Requirements:

1.2 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data:

1. Include construction details, material descriptions, dimensions of individual components and profiles, and finishes for the following:

a. Slotted support systems, hardware, and accessories.

b. Clamps.

c. Hangers.

d. Sockets.

e. Eye nuts.

f. Fasteners.

g. Anchors.

h. Saddles.

i. Brackets.

2. Include rated capacities and furnished specialties and accessories.

B. Shop Drawings: For fabrication and installation details for electrical hangers and support systems.

1. Hangers. Include product data for components.

2. Slotted support systems.

3. Equipment supports.

4. Vibration Isolation Base Details: Detail fabrication including anchorages and attachments to structure and to supported equipment. Include adjustable motor bases, rails, and frames for equipment mounting.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Surface-Burning Characteristics: Comply with ASTM E84; testing by a qualified testing agency. Identify products with appropriate markings of applicable testing agency.

1. Flame Rating: Class 1.

2. Self-extinguishing according to ASTM D635.

2.2 SUPPORT, ANCHORAGE, AND ATTACHMENT COMPONENTS

A. Steel Slotted Support Systems: Preformed steel channels and angles with minimum 13/32 inch (10 mm) diameter holes at a maximum of 8 inch (200 mm) on center in at least one surface.

1. Manufacturers:

a. Power Strut.

b. Atkore Unistrut.

c. Superstrut.

d. Flex-Strut.

e. Eaton B-Line.

f. Or approved equal.

2. Standard: Comply with MFMA-4 factory-fabricated components for field assembly.

3. Material for Channel, Fittings, and Accessories: Galvanized steel.

4. Channel Width: 13/16 inch (20.64 mm).

5. Metallic Coatings: Hot-dip galvanized after fabrication and applied according to

MFMA-4.

6. Nonmetallic Coatings: Manufacturer's standard PVC, polyurethane, or polyester coating applied according to MFMA-4.

7. Painted Coatings: Manufacturer's standard painted coating applied according to

MFMA-4.

8. Powder-Actuated Fasteners: Threaded-steel stud, for Mechanical-Expansion

Anchors: Insert-wedge-type, zinc-coated steel, for use in hardened portland cement concrete, with tension, shear, and pullout capacities appropriate for supported loads and building materials where used.

a. Manufacturers:

1) Power Fasteners.

2) Metallics.

3) Peco Fastener.

4) Or approved equal.

9. Concrete Inserts: Steel or malleable-iron, slotted support system units are similar to MSS Type 18 units and comply with MFMA-4 or MSS SP-58.

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10. Clamps for Attachment to Steel Structural Elements: MSS SP-58 units are suitable for attached structural element.

11. Through Bolts: Structural type, hex head, and high strength. Comply with ASTM F3125/F3125M, Grade A325.

12. Toggle Bolts: All steel springhead type.

13. Hanger Rods: Threaded steel.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 SELECTION

A. Comply with the following standards for selection and installation of hangers and supports, except where requirements on Drawings or in this Section are stricter:

1. NECA NEIS 101

B. Comply with requirements for raceways specified in Section 260533.13 "Conduits for Electrical Systems."

C. Comply with requirements for boxes specified in Section 260533.16 "Boxes and Covers for Electrical Systems."

D. Provide vibration and seismic controls with hangers and supports in accordance with requirements specified in "Section 260548 "Vibration and Seismic Controls for Electrical Systems."

E. Maximum Support Spacing and Minimum Hanger Rod Size for Raceways: Space supports for EMT and ERMC as required by NFPA 70. Minimum rod size must be 1/4 inch (6 mm) in diameter.

F. Multiple Raceways or Cables: Install trapeze-type supports fabricated with steel slotted or other support system, sized so capacity can be increased by at least 25percent in the future without exceeding specified design load limits.

1. Secure raceways and cables to these supports with two-bolt conduit clamps, single-bolt conduit clamps, or approved equal.

G. Spring-steel clamps designed for supporting single conduits without bolts may be used for 1-1/2 inch (38 mm) and smaller raceways serving branch circuits and communication systems above suspended ceilings, and for fastening raceways to trapeze supports.

3.2 INSTALLATION OF SUPPORTS

A. Comply with NECA NEIS 101 for installation requirements except as specified in this article.

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B. Raceway Support Methods: In addition to methods described in NECA NEIS 1, EMT, PVC, and ERMC may be supported by openings through structure members, in accordance with NFPA 70.

C. Strength of Support Assemblies: Where not indicated, select sizes of components so strength will be adequate to carry present and future static loads within specified loading limits. Minimum static design load used for strength determination must be weight of supported components plus 200 lb.

D. 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 by code:

1. To Wood: Fasten with lag screws or through bolts.

2. To New Concrete: Expansion anchor fasteners and Bolt to concrete inserts.

Refer to drawings for further specifications.

3. To Masonry: Approved toggle-type bolts on hollow masonry units and expansion anchor fasteners on solid masonry units.

4. To Existing Concrete: Expansion anchor fasteners.

5. To Steel: Beam clamps (MSS SP-58, Type 19, 21, 23, 25, or 27), complying with

MSS SP-69.

6. To Light Steel: Sheet metal screws.

7. Items Mounted on Hollow Walls and Nonstructural Building Surfaces: Mount cabinets, panelboards, disconnect switches, control enclosures, pull and junction boxes, transformers, and other devices on slotted-channel racks attached to substrate by means that comply with seismic-restraint strength and anchorage requirements.

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

3.3 INSTALLATION OF FABRICATED METAL SUPPORTS

A. Cut, fit, and place miscellaneous metal supports accurately in location, alignment, and elevation to support and anchor electrical materials and equipment.

B. Field Welding: Comply with AWS D1.1/D1.1M. Submit welding certificates.

3.4 CONCRETE BASES

A. Construct concrete bases of dimensions indicated, but not less than 4 inch larger in both directions than supported unit, and so anchors will be a minimum of 10 bolt diameters from edge of the base.

B. Use 3000 psi, 28-day compressive-strength concrete. Concrete materials, reinforcement, and placement requirements are specified in drawings and specifications.

C. Anchor equipment to concrete base as follows:

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1. Place and secure anchorage devices. Use supported equipment manufacturer's setting drawings, templates, diagrams, instructions, and directions furnished with items to be embedded.

2. Install anchor bolts to elevations required for proper attachment to supported equipment.

3. Install anchor bolts according to anchor-bolt manufacturer's written instructions.

3.5 PAINTING

A. Touchup:

1. Clean field welds and abraded areas of shop paint. Paint exposed areas immediately after erecting hangers and supports. Use same materials as used for shop painting. Comply with SSPC-PA 1 requirements for touching up field-painted surfaces.

a. Apply paint by brush or spray to provide minimum dry film thickness of

2.0 mils.

B. Galvanized Surfaces: Clean welds, bolted connections, and abraded areas and apply galvanizing-repair paint to comply with ASTM A780.

END OF SECTION 260529

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CONDUITS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

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SECTION 260533.13

CONDUITS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Type EMT-S duct raceways and elbows.

2. Type ERMC-S duct raceways, elbows, couplings, and nipples.

3. Type LFMC duct raceways.

4. Type LFNC duct raceways.

5. Type PVC duct raceways and fittings.

6. Fittings for conduit, tubing, and cable.

7. Electrically conductive corrosion-resistant compounds for threaded conduit.

8. Solvent cements.

B. Products Installed, but Not Furnished, under This Section:

1. See Section 260553 "Identification for Electrical Systems" for electrical equipment labels.

C. Related Requirements:

1. Section 260519 "Low-Voltage for Electrical Power Conductors and Cables" for nonmetallic underground conduit with conductors (Type NUCC).

2. Section 260543 "Underground Ducts and Raceways for Electrical Systems" for exterior duct banks, hand holes, and underground utility construction.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Conduit: A structure containing one or more duct raceways.

B. Duct Raceway: A single enclosed raceway for conductors or cable.

C. Duct Bank: An arrangement of conduit providing one or more continuous duct raceways between two points.

1.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data:

1. Type EMT-S duct raceways and elbows.

2. Type ERMC-S duct raceways, elbows, couplings, and nipples.

3. Type LFMC duct raceways.

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4. Type LFNC duct raceways.

5. Type PVC duct raceways and fittings.

6. Fittings for conduit, tubing, and cable.

7. Electrically conductive corrosion-resistant compounds for threaded conduit.

8. Solvent cements.

B. Sustainable design submittals.

1. Solvent cements.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 TYPE EMT-S DUCT RACEWAYS AND ELBOWS

A. Performance Criteria:

1. Regulatory Requirements: Listed and labeled in accordance with NFPA 70, by qualified electrical testing laboratory recognized by authorities having jurisdiction and marked for intended location and application.

2. Listing Criteria: UL CCN FJMX; including UL 797.

B. Source Quality Control:

1. Product Data: Prepare and submit catalog cuts, brochures, and performance data illustrating size, physical appearance, and other characteristics of product.

2. Manufacturer's Published Instructions: Prepare and submit installation, testing, and operating instructions for product.

C. UL FJMX - Steel Electrical Metal Tubing (EMT-S) and Elbows:

1. Manufacturers:

a. Allied Conduit.

b. Republic Conduit.

c. Rymco.

d. Or approved equal.

2. Material: Steel.

3. Options:

a. Exterior Coating: Zinc.

b. Interior Coating: Zinc with organic top coating.

c. Minimum Trade Size: Metric designator 21 (trade size 3/4).

d. Colors: As indicated on Drawings.

2.2 TYPE ERMC-S DUCT RACEWAYS, ELBOWS, COUPLINGS, AND NIPPLES

A. Performance Criteria:

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1. Regulatory Requirements: Listed and labeled in accordance with NFPA 70, by qualified electrical testing laboratory recognized by authorities having jurisdiction, and marked for intended location and application.

B. Source Quality Control:

1. Product Data: Prepare and submit catalog cuts, brochures, and performance data illustrating size, physical appearance, and other characteristics of product.

2. Manufacturer's Published Instructions: Prepare and submit installation, testing, and operating instructions for product.

C. UL DYIX - Galvanized-Steel Electrical Rigid Metal Conduit (ERMC-S-G), Elbows, Couplings, and Nipples:

1. Manufacturers:

a. Allied Conduit.

b. Republic Conduit.

c. Rymco.

d. Or approved equal.

2. Exterior Coating: Zinc.

3. Options:

a. Interior Coating: Zinc with organic top coating.

b. Minimum Trade Size: Metric designator 21 (trade size 3/4).

c. Colors: As indicated on Drawings.

D. UL DYIX - PVC-Coated-Steel Electrical Rigid Metal Conduit (ERMC-S-PVC), Elbows, Couplings, and Nipples:

1. Manufacturers:

a. Robroy.

b. Calpipe.

c. Or approved equal.

2. Options:

a. Exterior Coating: PVC complying with NEMA RN 1.

b. Interior Coating: Zinc with organic top coating.

c. Minimum Trade Size: Metric designator 21 (trade size 3/4).

d. Colors: As indicated on Drawings.

2.3 TYPE LFMC DUCT RACEWAYS

A. Performance Criteria:

1. Regulatory Requirements: Listed and labeled in accordance with NFPA 70, by qualified electrical testing laboratory recognized by authorities having jurisdiction, and marked for intended location and application.

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2. Listing Criteria: UL CCN DXHR; including UL 360.

B. Source Quality Control:

1. Product Data: Prepare and submit catalog cuts, brochures, and performance data illustrating size, physical appearance, and other characteristics of product.

2. Manufacturer's Published Instructions: Prepare and submit installation, testing, and operating instructions for product.

C. UL DXHR - Steel Liquidtight Flexible Metal Conduit (LFMC-S):

1. Manufacturers:

a. Atkore.

b. Calbrite.

c. South Wire.

d. Or approved equal.

2. Material: Steel.

3. Options:

a. Minimum Trade Size: Metric designator 16 (trade size 1/2) and Metric designator 21 (trade size 3/4).

b. Colors: As indicated on Drawings.

2.4 TYPE LFNC DUCT RACEWAYS

A. Performance Criteria:

1. Regulatory Requirements: Listed and labeled in accordance with NFPA 70, by qualified electrical testing laboratory recognized by authorities having jurisdiction, and marked for intended location and application.

2. Listing Criteria: UL CCN DXOQ; including UL 1660.

B. Source Quality Control:

1. Product Data: Prepare and submit catalog cuts, brochures, and performance data illustrating size, physical appearance, and other characteristics of product.

2. Manufacturer's Published Instructions: Prepare and submit installation, testing, and operating instructions for product.

C. UL DXOQ - Integral (Type B) Liquidtight Flexible Nonmetallic Conduit (LFNC-B):

1. Manufacturers:

a. Thomas & Betts.

b. AFC.

c. South Wire.

d. Or approved equal.

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2. Additional Criteria: Type B conduit with smooth inner surface with integral reinforcement within conduit wall.

3. Options:

a. Minimum Trade Size: Metric designator 16 (trade size 1/2) and Metric designator 21 (trade size 3/4).

b. Colors: As indicated on Drawings.

c. Markings: 80 deg C dry, Sunlight resistant, Outdoor.

2.5 TYPE PVC DUCT RACEWAYS AND FITTINGS

A. Performance Criteria:

1. Regulatory Requirements: Listed and labeled in accordance with NFPA 70, by qualified electrical testing laboratory recognized by authorities having jurisdiction and marked for intended location and application.

2. Listing Criteria: UL CCN DZYR; including UL 651.

B. Source Quality Control:

1. Product Data: Prepare and submit catalog cuts, brochures, and performance data illustrating size, physical appearance, and other characteristics of product.

2. Manufacturer's Published Instructions: Prepare and submit installation, testing, and operating instructions for product.

C. UL DZYR - Schedule 40 Rigid PVC Conduit (PVC-40) and Fittings:

1. Manufacturers:

a. Allied Conduit.

b. Republic Conduit.

c. Rymco.

d. Or approved equal.

2. Dimensional Specifications: Schedule 40.

3. Options:

a. Minimum Trade Size: Metric designator 27 (trade size 1).

b. Markings: For use with maximum 90 deg C wire.

D. UL DZYR - Schedule 80 Rigid PVC Conduit (PVC-80) and Fittings:

1. Manufacturers:

a. Allied Conduit.

b. Republic Conduit.

c. Rymco.

d. Or approved equal.

2. Dimensional Specifications: Schedule 80.

3. Options:

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a. Minimum Trade Size: As shown on drawings and per utility companies requirements.

b. Markings: For use with maximum 90 deg C wire.

E. UL DZYR - Type A Rigid PVC Concrete-Encased Conduit (PVC-A) and Fittings:

1. Manufacturers:

a. Cantex.

b. JM Eagle.

c. Atkore.

d. Westlake Pipe & Fittings.

e. Or approved equal.

2. Dimensional Specifications: Type A.

3. Options:

a. Minimum Trade Size: Metric designator 27 (trade size 1).

2.6 FITTINGS FOR CONDUIT, TUBING, AND CABLE

A. Performance Criteria:

1. Regulatory Requirements: Listed and labeled in accordance with NFPA 70, by qualified electrical testing laboratory recognized by authorities having jurisdiction and marked for intended location and application.

B. Source Quality Control:

1. Product Data: Prepare and submit catalog cuts, brochures, and performance data illustrating size, physical appearance, and other characteristics of product.

2. Manufacturer's Published Instructions: Prepare and submit installation, testing, and operating instructions for product.

C. UL DWTT - Fittings for Type ERMC and Type PVC Duct Raceways:

1. Manufacturers:

a. Thomas & Betts.

b. Raco.

c. Bridgeport.

d. Or approved equal.

2. Listing Criteria: UL CCN DWTT; including UL 514B.

3. Options:

a. Material: Steel.

b. Coupling Method: Raintight compression coupling with distinctive color gland nut.

c. Expansion and Deflection Fittings: UL 651 with flexible bonding jumper.

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D. UL FKAV - Fittings for Type ERMC-S Duct Raceways:

1. Manufacturers:

a. Thomas & Betts.

b. Raco.

c. Bridgeport.

d. Or approved equal.

2. Listing Criteria: UL CCN FKAV; including UL 514B.

3. Options:

a. Material: Steel.

b. Coupling Method: Raintight compression coupling with distinctive color gland nut..

c. Expansion and Deflection Fittings: UL 651 with flexible bonding jumper.

E. UL DXAS - Fittings for Type LFMC and Type LFNC Duct Raceways:

1. Manufacturers:

a. Atkore.

b. Calbrite.

c. South Wire.

d. Thomas & Betts.

e. AFC.

f. Or approved equal.

2. Listing Criteria: UL CCN DXAS; including UL 514B.

2.7 ELECTRICALLY CONDUCTIVE CORROSION-RESISTANT COMPOUNDS FOR

THREADED CONDUIT

A. Performance Criteria:

1. Regulatory Requirements: Listed and labeled in accordance with NFPA 70, by qualified electrical testing laboratory recognized by authorities having jurisdiction and marked for intended location and application.

2. Listing Criteria: UL CCN FOIZ; including UL Subject 2419.

B. Source Quality Control:

1. Product Data: Prepare and submit catalog cuts, brochures, and performance data illustrating size, physical appearance, and other characteristics of product.

2. Manufacturer's Published Instructions: Prepare and submit installation, testing, and operating instructions for product.

C. UL FOIZ - Electrically Conductive Corrosion-Resistant Compound for Threaded Conduit:

1. Manufacturers:

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a. Thomas & Betts.

b. Burndy.

c. 3M.

d. IDEAL.

e. Or approved equal.

2.8 SOLVENT CEMENTS

A. Performance Criteria:

1. Regulatory Requirements: Listed and labeled in accordance with NFPA 70, by qualified electrical testing laboratory recognized by authorities having jurisdiction and marked for intended location and application.

2. Listing Criteria: UL CCN DWTT; including UL 514B.

B. Source Quality Control:

1. Product Data: Prepare and submit catalog cuts, brochures, and performance data illustrating size, physical appearance, and other characteristics of product.

2. Manufacturer's Published Instructions: Prepare and submit installation, testing, and operating instructions for product.

C. UL DWTT - Solvent Cements for Type PVC Duct Raceways and Fittings:

1. Manufacturers:

a. Thomas & Betts.

b. Old Castle.

c. Arrow Fastener.

d. Or approved equal.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 SELECTION OF CONDUITS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

A. Unless more stringent requirements are specified in Contract Documents or manufacturers' published instructions, comply with NFPA 70 for selection of duct raceways. Consult Architect for resolution of conflicting requirements.

B. Outdoors:

1. Exposed and Subject to Severe Physical Damage: ERMC.

2. Exposed and Subject to Physical Damage: ERMC.

3. Exposed and Not Subject to Physical Damage: ERMC and PVC-80.

4. Concealed Above ground: ERMC, EMT, PVC-80 and PVC-40.

5. Direct Buried: PVC-80 and PVC-40.

6. Concrete Encased Not in Trench: PVC-80 and PVC-A.

7. Concrete Encased in Trench: PVC-80 and PVC-A.

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8. Connection to Vibrating Equipment (Including Transformers and Hydraulic, Pneumatic, Electric Solenoid, or Motor-Driven Equipment): LFNC-B.

C. Indoors:

1. Exposed and Subject to Severe Physical Damage: ERMC. Locations include the following:

a. Mechanical rooms.

2. Exposed and Subject to Physical Damage: ERMC and EMT. Locations include the following:

a. Locations less than 2.5 m (8 ft) above finished floor.

3. Exposed and Not Subject to Physical Damage: ERMC, EMT, andPVC-80.

4. Concealed in Ceilings and Interior Walls and Partitions: ERMC,EMT, PVC-80, and PVC-40.

5. Damp or Wet Locations: ERMC.

6. Connection to Vibrating Equipment (Including Transformers and Hydraulic, Pneumatic, Electric Solenoid, or Motor-Driven Equipment): LFNC-B.

D. Duct Fittings: Select fittings in accordance with NEMA FB 2.10 guidelines.

1. ERMC: Provide threaded-type fittings unless otherwise indicated.

3.2 INSTALLATION OF CONDUITS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

A. Comply with manufacturer's published instructions.

B. Reference Standards for Installation: Unless more stringent installation requirements are specified in Contract Documents or manufacturers' published instructions, comply with the following:

1. Type EMT-S: Article 358 of NFPA 70 and NECA NEIS 101.

2. Type ERMC-S: Article 344 of NFPA 70 and NECA NEIS 101.

3. Type LFMC: Article 350 of NFPA 70 and NECA NEIS 101.

4. Type LFNC: Article 342 of NFPA 70 and NECA NEIS 111.

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