Attachment B - Technical Specifications.docx

ITEM 0001 – 800-900 LB. WASHER EXTRACTOR

A. Furnish and install one (1) new front/top side loading 800-900 LB. pass through Washer Extractor. The Washer Extractor shall be of the shell and cylinder type. The size (capacity) shall be based on 5.7 pounds of soiled textiles per cubic foot of cylinder volume (GROSS). The Washer Extractor shall be located in the original soil side of the laundry.

The Washer Extractor shall be designed for sling loading and unloading with a minimum amount of effort from employees. The Washer Extractor shall be capable of being loaded without any spillage.

New Washer Extractor Loading Platform: Furnish and install new Washer Extractor loading platform that shall be easily accessible by stairs on one side and a ramp on the other side to allow for carts to be moved easily in front of the Washer Extractor loading station and include rigid/sturdy safety handrail(s). The minimum width of the Washer Extractor loading platform shall be no less than forty two (42) inches wide.

The steps, ramp, and platform on the Washer Extractor loading platform, shall be steel plate and covered with a minimum ½ inch slip resistant, non-corroding, rubberized/urethane coated, anti-fatigue surface with color coded safety lanes.

The Washer Extractor loading platform shall be elevated and include sufficient work area, allowing space for the washer loading operation.

The Washer Extractor shall be designed and installed on the soiled side production floor of the textile care processing facility. An existing staph barrier wall shall be utilized around the Washer Extractor and into the system to prevent cross-contamination. Machines will be installed in the existing staph barrier wall; any modification is the responsibility of the contractor.

Above the Washer Extractor, install an I-beam or similar device, with a minimum ½ ton electrical hoist for the removal and replacement of motors for the maintenance of the Washer Extractor.

Washer Extractor Ordering Data

10. Washer Extractor shall be equipped with an illuminated (when activated) emergency stop button on both the soiled and clean sides. A yellow background with legend shall also be provided. Normal stop and emergency stop buttons shall be colored RED.

14. Provide 4-Plex GFI receptacle at each equipment location for mechanic’s use.

15. Provide an airline with quick disconnect at each equipment location for mechanic’s use.

16. Water Reuse valve is NOT required.

17. Steam injection is required.

18. A protect key lock-out feature shall be provided to prevent programming and removal of accumulated data by unauthorized personnel.

19. Washer Extractor shall be equipped with a touch screen controlled and capable of being programmed for wash loads through the latest version of a central wash system.

20. An hour meter shall be installed on the Washer Extractor that shall show actual hours of run time of the Washer Extractor for maintenance.

21. Furnish and install one (1) fifty (50) foot water hose bib with heavy duty water nozzles at each end of the wash line. Hose bib shall be installed and connected to a retractable hose reel that shall reach around the Washer Extractor for cleaning the trenches and areas around the Washer Extractor.

22. Furnish and install wash system controls on Washer Extractor. The central control shall be installed in the Textile Care Manager’s office.

23. Furnish and install new 480-volt power disconnect boxes for the new Washer Extractor. Install a red warning indicator and a lock-on device on the handle of the branch circuit breaker for the power supply circuit for the washer to within six (6) feet of the floor. Electrical characteristics - 480 volts, 3 phase, 60 cycles.

New diamond plate trench covers, and the angle iron framework shall be installed over the entire length of the existing trench. Diamond plate covers shall be easily removed for cleaning.

Wash System Controls:

Furnish and install wash system controls or if compatible, update existing wash system control on the new Washer Extractor. The wash system controls shall be capable of programming wash and chemical formulas and reviewing the systems operations from the Textile Care Manager’s office and shall also have a color laser printer for printing all activities and reports.

1. The central control systems shall be located in the office of the Textile Care Manager’s office. All controls shall be solid state of the matrix variety.

2. The central control system shall be capable of monitoring and managing all aspects of wash system production and non-production machines. The Washer Extractor shall be connected to the central wash system, i.e., chemical formulas and water consumption.

3. The system shall incorporate all options and programs offered with the manufacturer’s wash systems controls and shall allow for both visual and actual print-out of data. A color LaserJet printer shall also be provided to print reports and data. The system shall be programmed by wireless keyboard and average load and unload time and actual productivity, (production and non-production washers) i.e., pounds produced. The wash system controls computer shall also incorporate Microsoft Office professional with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint for writing reports and spread sheets.

4. Furnish and install an Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) with a minimum 2-hour backup capacity.

5. The system shall be capable of programming 40 formulas for wash systems offered.

6. Ethernet/internet connections shall be installed on all the Washer Extractor that shall allow for trouble shooting mechanical/operational problems from factory technicians. VA will supply public WIFI internet services to the building and will be the contractor’s responsibility to connect to all equipment.

7. The wash system controls shall be Windows based easy to follow and interface software. Display all pertinent operational information in LIVE operation as it occurs for the following:

a. Formulas.

b. All electrical components and wiring must be UL labeled.

c. The wash system controls operating instructions shall be on laminated plastic name plates. All labeling shall be on laminated plastic nameplates. Nameplates shall be laminated phenolic with a colored surface and white core with magnetic backing.

d. Electrical requirement: 120v/60cy/3ph.

ITEM 0002 – 400-500 LB. WASHER EXTRACTOR

A. Furnish and install one (1) new, front/top side loading 400-500 LB. pass through Washer Extractor. The Washer Extractor shall be of the shell and cylinder type. The size (capacity) shall be based on 5.7 pounds of soiled textiles per cubic foot of cylinder volume (GROSS). The Washer Extractor shall be located in the original soil side of the laundry.

The Washer Extractor shall be designed for sling loading and unloading with a minimum amount of effort from employees. Washer shall be capable of being loaded without any spillage.

New Washer Loading Platform(s): Furnish and install new washer loading platform(s) that shall be easily accessible by stairs on one side and a ramp on the other side to allow for carts to be moved easily in front of the Washer Extractor loading stations and include rigid/sturdy safety handrail(s). The minimum width of the washer loading platform shall be no less than forty two (42) inches wide.

The steps, ramp, and platform on the washer loading platform, shall be steel plate and covered with a minimum ½ inch slip resistant, non-corroding, rubberized/urethane coated, anti-fatigue surface with color coded safety lanes.

The washer loading platform shall be elevated and include sufficient work area, allowing space for the washer loading operation.

The washers shall be designed on the soiled side production floor of the textile care processing facility. An existing staph barrier wall shall be utilized around the washers and into the system to prevent cross-contamination. Machines will be installed in the existing staph barrier wall; any modification is the responsibility of the contractor.

Above the Washer Extractors, install an I-beam or similar device, with a minimum ½ ton electrical hoist for the removal and replacement of motors for the maintenance of the Washer Extractors.

New diamond plate trench covers, and the angle iron framework shall be installed over the entire length of the existing trench. Diamond plate covers shall be easily removed for cleaning.

Washer Extractor Ordering Data

1. Multiple compartments, pass-through model.

2. Size: 400-500 LB. – 3 compartments.

3. Interface existing Class I - Liquid Supply System. Supply a chemical manifold with installed equipment for the dispensing of seven (7) types of chemicals followed by a fresh water flush capability. Pipe and connections shall be furnished for utilizing the liquid supply system.

4. Water level sight glass is required.

5. Anti-vibration protection is required.

6. Divided cylinder machine shall be provided with automatic jog/inching or positioning in addition to manual inching provisions.

7. The Washer Extractor shall have a beacon rotary LED light (colored Amber) on both the soil side and clean side identifying end of wash cycle for the hearing impaired. Washer shall also have an audible alarm to indicate when wash cycle has ended.

8. Washer shall have a color touch screen controls & information systems that incorporate automatic/manual machine operation, self-testing, fault display and built-in diagnostics. Automatic cycle control is required.

9. Balancing of load prior to extraction is required.

10. Manual dry supply tank with automatic freshwater flush connected to the washer shall be provided.

11. Washer shall be equipped with an illuminated (when activated) emergency stop button on both the soiled and clean sides. A yellow background with legend shall also be provided. Normal stop and emergency stop buttons shall be colored RED.

12. An easily accessible titration valve shall be installed on the washer for testing/sampling of wash water.

13. Washer Extractor shall be exhausted to the outside atmosphere. All exhaust piping attached to the washer and attached to the hard vent shall be heavy duty molded hose and new.

14. Washer Extractor shall have thermostatically controlled automatic steam injection.

15. Provide 4-Plex GFI receptacle at each equipment location for mechanic’s use.

16. Provide an airline with quick disconnect at each equipment location for mechanic’s use.

17. Water Reuse valve is NOT required.

18. Steam injection is required.

19. A protect key lock-out feature shall be provided to prevent programming and removal of accumulated data by unauthorized personnel.

20. Washer Extractor shall be equipped with a touch screen controlled and capable of being programmed for wash loads through the latest version of a central wash system.

21. An hour meter shall be installed on the washers that shall show actual hours of run time of the washers for maintenance.

22. Furnish and install wash system controls on Washer Extractor. The central control shall be installed in the Textile Care Manager’s office.

23. Furnish and install new 480 volt power disconnect box for the new washer. Install a red warning indicator and a lock-on device on the handle of the branch circuit breaker for the power supply circuit for the washer to within six (6) feet of the floor. Electrical characteristics - 480 volts, 3 phase, 60 cycles.

Wash System Controls:

1. Furnish and install wash system controls or if compatible, update existing wash system control on the new Washer Extractor. The wash system controls shall be capable of programming wash and chemical formulas and reviewing the systems operations from the Textile Care Manager’s office and shall also have a color laser printer for printing all activities and reports.

2. The central control systems shall be located in the office of the Textile Care Manager’s office. All controls shall be solid state of the matrix variety.

3. The central control system shall be capable of monitoring and managing all aspects of wash system production and non-production machines. The Washer Extractor s shall be connected to the central wash system, i.e., chemical formulas and water consumption.

4. The system shall incorporate all options and programs offered with the manufacturer’s wash systems controls and shall allow for both visual and actual print-out of data. A color LaserJet printer shall also be provided to print reports and data. The system shall be programmed by wireless keyboard and average load and unload time and actual productivity, (production and non-production washers) i.e., pounds produced. The wash system controls computer shall also incorporate Microsoft Office professional with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint for writing reports and spread sheets.

5. Furnish and install an Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) with a minimum 2-hour backup capacity.

6. The system shall be capable of programming 40 formulas for wash systems offered.

7. Ethernet/internet connections shall be installed on all the Washer Extractor that shall allow for trouble shooting mechanical/operational problems from factory technicians. VA will supply public WIFI internet services to the building and will be the contractor’s responsibility to connect to all equipment.

8. The wash system controls shall be Windows based easy to follow and interface software. Display all pertinent operational information in LIVE operation as it occurs for the following:

a. Formulas.

b. All electrical components and wiring must be UL labeled.

c. The wash system controls operating instructions shall be on laminated plastic name plates. All labeling shall be on laminated plastic nameplates. Nameplates shall be laminated phenolic with a colored surface and white core with magnetic backing.

d. Electrical requirement: 120v/60cy/3ph.

ITEM 0003 – Soiled Side Overhead Monorail System Integrate the automated Monorail System on both sides of the soiled area of the textile care processing facility where the new washers are being placed. All work shall be transported automatically without any assistance by employees to the existing soil storage area from lift station. Rail selection shall be accomplished automatically from lift stations. Rail transfer controls to washers shall be located on both sides of the sorting area.

The integrated system shall have the capability to transport linen from the soiled sorting area to both soiled sides of the washing systems.

Both sides of the soiled area shall be connected to work as 1 single unit. The existing sorting area shall be the only sorting area, the soiled linens will be transported from there to the soiled side overhead storage rail, and then able to load washers on both soiled sides of the area.

All unused existing monorail and lift stations not being utilized shall be removed and discarded by the contractor.

The monorail system where the new Washer Extractors are being installed shall meet manufacturer’s standards and safety requirements.

The intent of this monorail integration is to replace all airlines, air regulators, and worn components of the original soiled side monorail system.

1. Inspect and repair all monorail connection points to the building.

2. Replace all master lift cylinders.

3. Replace all other pneumatic components, tubing inclusive, bearings, rail switches, hoist chain and other mechanical parts on lifts, rails, switch frames and trolley stops.

4. Inspect and rebuild or replace all trolley components.

5. Grease and lubricate entire system.

6. Clean/wipe down entire monorail rails and touchup with black paint any worn or areas needing paint.

7. Prior to painting, tape off name/serial plates, and other components. Paint black all vertical lifts in their entirety prior to re-tubing. Paint lift rails international orange.

8. Install new lift station guards. Guards shall be painted safety yellow. New guards shall be installed around all lift stations.

9. All air valves shall be replaced with pressure relief ball air valves for locking and tagging out the systems.

10. Replace all safety warning labels.

11. Provide current pneumatic drawings for the monorail system.

12. Install lock-out tag-out instructions for overhead monorail systems and supply lock-out tag-out devices.

ITEM 0004 - LINT CLEANING BLOWDOWN FAN SYSTEM

Furnish, install and commission one (1) industrial robotic high-velocity, high mass-cleaning fan system consisting of 360-degree rotation and 140-degree oscillation fans to help create an overhead barrier in the laundry production and soiled areas ceilings by controlling the direction of the lint and forcing it to the floor by preventing upward currents and stagnant air, preventing significant accumulation of lint in overhead and hard-to-reach places when system is in operation. The system shall be designed to cover the entire textile facility.

Multiple Zone Lint Cleaning Fan System – 360° Rotation & 140° Oscillation

1. Minimum 1.5HP, TEAO (Totally Enclosed, Air-Over), premium efficiency motor, inverter duty.

2. Electrical Specification: 480 volts/3phase/60hz

3. Sickle-type fan blade for high efficiency design.

4. Provide 140 degrees vertical cleaning oscillation.

5. Oscillation adjustments via quick drive/driven disc bolt changes.

6. Multiple oscillation settings to fit application.

7. Totally enclosed fan drive construction for safety.

8. Provide 360 degrees in rotational coverage.

9. Electrical enclosure(s) Shall be NEMA 12 rated

10. Terminal block enclosure for single point power connection.

11. Self-lubricating and sealed bearings.

12. UL Certified fan design.

13. All metal construction, with powder coated components.

14. Extended fan shroud for further cleaning distances

15. Provide reverse control kit(s) where limiting rotational coverage is present.

16. Provide central control panel with:

a. Emergency fire control interlocking to building fire alarm system.

b. Automatic control timer.

c. Lock-out-tag-out.

d. Motor starters with overload protection.

e. Variable frequency drive.

f. Setup minimum two (2) zones for all fans (clean side and soiled side).

g. Indicate all fan locations on drawing.

Rev. 03/28/2024