B08_Attachment_2_MECHANICAL__ELECTRICAL_AND_PLUMBING_(MEP)_SPECIFICATIONS.pdf

MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING (MEP) SPECIFICATIONS

REHABILITATION OF THE HISTORIC ROSE FARMHOUSE

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 21 13 00 - FIRE SUPPRESSION

SECTION 22 34 00 - DOMESTIC WATER HEATERS

SECTION 22 40 00 - PLUMBING FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT

SECTION 23 05 00 - BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS

SECTION 23 05 48 - MECHANICAL SOUND AND VIBRATION CONTROL

SECTION 23 05 93 - TESTING, ADJUSTING, AND BALANCING

SECTION 23 07 00 - MECHANICAL INSULATION

SECTION 23 08 16 - COMMISSIONING OF HVAC SYSTEM

SECTION 23 20 00 - BUILDING SERVICES PIPING

SECTION 23 31 13 - DUCTS AND DUCT ACCESSORIES

SECTION 23 34 16 - FANS

SECTION 23 37 13 - AIR OUTLETS AND INLETS

SECTION 23 70 00 - HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING

SECTION 26 00 50 - COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL

SECTION 26 05 19 - ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

SECTION 26 05 26 - GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SECTION 26 05 29 - HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SECTION 26 05 33 - RACEWAYS AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SECTION 26 05 43 - UNDERGROUND DUCTS

SECTION 26 05 44 - SLEEVES AND SLEEVE SEALS

SECTION 26 05 53 - IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SECTION 26 09 23 - LIGHTING CONTROL DEVICES

SECTION 26 24 16 – PANELBOARDS

SECTION 26 27 26 - WIRING DEVICES

SECTION 26 28 13 – FUSES

SECTION 26 28 16 - ENCLOSED SWITCHES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

SECTION 26 43 13 - SURGE PROTECTION FOR LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER

CIRCUITS

SECTION 26 51 00 – LED INTERIOR LIGHTING

SECTION 27 15 00 - COMMUNICATIONS HORIZONTAL CABLING

SECTION 28 31 11 - DIGITAL, ADDRESSABLE FIRE-ALARM SYSTEM

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FIRE SUPPRESSION

SECTION 21 13 00 - FIRE SUPPRESSION

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Fire protection system includes all piping, valves, use of existing fire suppression water tank, use of existing fire department connection, cabinets, upgrade of existing nitrogen system as necessary, sprinklers, test and drain lines, pressure gages, hangers and supports, signs and other such standard appurtenances as required for a complete installation.

1.2 RELATED DIVISIONS AND SECTIONS

A. Division 01 - General Requirements

B. Section 22 40 00 - Plumbing Fixtures and Equipment

C. Section 23 05 00 - Basic Mechanical Materials and Methods

D. Section 23 20 00 - Building Services Piping

E. Division 26 - Electrical

F. Division 28 - Fire Alarm

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. All work, materials, equipment, installation and accessories shall comply with the standards of the National Fire Protection Association, federal and all state and local regulations.

B. Wiring connections and voltage for water flow, pressure, and valve supervisory positions shall be suitable for connections to the building fire alarm system.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit in accordance with Divisions 01 and Section 23 05 00.

B. Manufacturer's technical project data, installation instructions, and accessories:

Sprinklers

Waterflow Indicator

Wet Sprinkler System Devices

C. Sprinklers shall be referred to on submittals and other documentation by the sprinkler identification or model number as specifically published in the appropriate agency listing or approval. Trade names or other abbreviated designations shall not be permitted.

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D. Prior to commencement of associated work, submit sprinkler system hydraulic calculations and coordinated piping system shop drawings including location of heads, valves, alarms, test connections, drains, etc. coordinated with mechanical, electrical, structural and building elements.

E. Sprinkler system test reports.

1.5 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

The publications listed in this section form a part of this specification to the extent referenced.

The publications are referenced in the text by the basic designation.

1.6 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Provide all material and equipment necessary for a complete system of fire protection as indicated on the drawings and as specified herein.

B. Wet Sprinkler System: Provide a modification of the existing wet pipe sprinkler system as indicated. Wet pipe system shall be complete in all respects and ready for operation including all test and drain lines, pressure gages, hangers and supports, signs and other standard appurtenances.

C. Glycol Sprinkler System: Provide an automatic glycol sprinkler system for the unheated attic spaces. Glycol system shall be complete in all respects and ready for operations including all test and drain lines, pressure gages, glycol, glycol loop, hangers and supports, signs and other standard appurtenances.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 SHUTOFF VALVES

A. Shutoff valves in sprinkler system shall be approved indicating type. In lieu of gate valves specified in Section 23 20 00, “Building Services Piping,” wafer type valves in accordance with

NFPA and listed by UL and FM Global are acceptable.

B. Sprinkler system shutoff valves shall be supervised open by the building fire alarm system.

Provide valve supervisory devices that have a minimum of one normally open and one normally closed contact.

2.2 SPRINKLER SYSTEM

A. Provide spray type sprinklers. Sprinklers shall be used in accordance with their listed spacing limitations. Sprinklers with internal O-rings are not acceptable. In general, sprinklers shall be of the fusible strut or frangible glass bulb type and of ordinary temperature rating. Sprinklers located within the air streams of unit heaters or other heat emitting equipment and those in high heat areas such as boiler rooms, etc. shall be selected for proper temperature rating.

B. Quick response sprinklers shall be used in Light Hazard area locations.

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C. Entire sprinkler system shall be drainable. Return bends shall be used to avoid traps in the sprinkler system.

D. Sprinkler Types

1. Exposed Upright sprinkler shall have a brass finish.

2. Exposed Pendant sprinklers shall have a brass finish.

3. Pendent Sprinkler with Concealed Cover: Concealed pendent sprinklers with brass finish shall provide the appearance of a smooth ceiling with the sprinkler hidden from view by a low profile coverplate flush with the ceiling. Coverplate shall be removable without effect on sprinkler. Coverplate shall have factory finish as selected by the COR from standard color palette.

4. Sidewall Sprinkler with Concealed Cover: Concealed, sidewall sprinklers with brass finish shall provide the appearance of a smooth wall with the sprinkler hidden from view b a low profile coverplate flush with the wall. Coverplate shall be removable without effect on sprinkler. Coverplate shall have a factory finish as selected by COR from standard color palette.

5. Specific application sprinklers for protecting attics.

6. Escutcheons and guards shall be listed, supplied, and approved for use with the sprinkler by the sprinkler manufacturer.

E. Provide sprinkler coverage around fixed obstructions, such as large ducts, in accordance with

NFPA.

F. Sprinkler Cabinet: Spare sprinklers shall be provided in accordance with NFPA and shall be packed in a suitable metal or plastic cabinet. Spare sprinklers shall be representative of, and in proportion to, the number of each type and temperature rating of the sprinklers installed. At least one wrench of each type required shall be provided.

G. Manufacturers: Grinnell (GEM), Reliable Sprinkler Co., Star Sprinkler Corp., Viking, Central

Sprinkler Corp., Victaulic.

2.3 WET PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEM WATERFLOW INDICATOR

Provide vane type waterflow indicator where shown on the drawings equal to Grinnell Model

WFD, Potter Electric Signal Co. Model VSR-F or System Sensor Model WFD with 0 to 70-second adjustable retard. Provide fire department test connection including piping to drainage system. Style 720 Victualic Test Master II Alarm Test Module with threaded or grooved ends may be used in lieu of field fabricated test connection.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 SHUTOFF VALVES

Install shutoff valves where indicated on the drawings in sprinkler systems including water line supplying system.

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3.2 SPRINKLER SYSTEM

A. Sprinkler system shall be hydraulically designed unless otherwise noted on the drawings. Head spacing in general and water quantity shall be based on Hazard Occupancy required by NFPA.

Utilize specific application sprinklers for protecting the attic.

B. Pressures and flows shall be based on the boost provided by the existing pressure tank and nitrogen pump. Tank and nitrogen pump shall be upgraded as necessary to meet the building demand.

C. The fire protection mains are shown on the drawings and the size indicated shall be the minimum size provided. Branch sprinkler piping and heads are not shown. The contractor shall be responsible for the location of pipe and heads and the sizing of the mains not sized on drawings and branch sprinkler piping.

D. Submit shop drawings showing the complete piping system including location of heads, valves, alarms, etc., completely coordinated with mechanical, electrical and structural systems prior to commencement of work.

E. Sprinklers installed in ceilings of finished areas shall be symmetrical in relation to ceiling systems components centered in tile and coordinated with other equipment in the ceiling.

Submit typical layouts to Contracting Officer for review.

F. Sprinkler heads shall be generally installed in accordance with NFPA except additional heads shall be provided to satisfy requirements of symmetry or aesthetics.

G. The sprinkler bulb protector must remain in place until the sprinkler is completely installed and before the system is placed in service. Remove bulb protector carefully by hand after installation. Do not use any tools to remove bulb protectors.

H. Sprinklers subject to mechanical injury shall be protected with guards. Provide guards on sprinklers located in mechanical and electrical equipment rooms and where required by NFPA.

I. Piping in spaces with ceilings shall be concealed in the ceiling space. Heads shall be installed at a uniform projection distance from ceiling. Sprinkler piping installation shall be such that access to the ceiling space is not impaired.

J. Hydraulic calculations shall be prepared and submitted to the Authorities Having Jurisdiction before submitting to Contracting Officer for review.

K. Sprinkler Cabinet: Locate where directed, but not where they will be subjected to temperatures exceeding 100 degrees F.

L. Waterflow and supervisory devices shall be furnished and installed by the Fire Protection

Contractor and wired to the building fire alarm system by the Fire Alarm and/or Electrical

Contractor. The Fire Protection Contractor shall coordinate completion of this work.

M. Install “Inspector’s Test Connections” in sprinkler piping, complete with shutoff valve and sized according to NFPA. Locate in the most remote location of the system and discharge drain to the exterior at 24 inches above grade with hot dipped galvanized wall plate and 45-degree elbow onto a precast concrete splash block.

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N. Discharge the alarm valve main drain to the exterior at 24 inches above grade with hot dipped galvanized wall plate and 45-degree elbow onto a precast concrete splash block.

O. Hydraulic Data Nameplate Installation: The hydraulic data nameplate shall be securely mounted to the sprinkler riser. The nameplate shall include the NFPA Edition on which the design and installation of the system was based.

P. Precast Concrete Splash Blocks: 7.5 inches wide at upper end, 13.5 inches wide at lower end, 36 inches long.

3.3 WET PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEM WATERFLOW INDICATOR

Install in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations and NFPA.

3.4 APPROVAL AND TESTING

Arrange for approval of sprinkler systems and conduct tests in accordance with NFPA.

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DOMESTIC WATER HEATERS

SECTION 22 34 00 - DOMESTIC WATER HEATERS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Domestic service, potable water heating equipment, accessories, controls, component piping and supports. Includes electric water heaters.

1.2 RELATED DIVISIONS AND SECTIONS

A. Division 01 - General Requirements

B. Section 22 11 29 - Plumbing System Pumps

C. Section 22 40 00 - Plumbing Fixtures and Equipment

D. Section 23 05 00 - Basic Mechanical Materials and Methods

E. Section 23 20 00 - Building Services Piping

F. Division 26 - Electrical

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. All work, materials, equipment, installation and accessories shall comply with the latest edition of the International Plumbing Code and all county, state and federal regulations.

B. Comply with requirements of the following:

1. ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code

2. UL Standards

3. ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2010, Energy Standard for Buildings except Low Rise

Residential Buildings, Section 7.

C. Tank insulation shall comply with ASHRAE 90.1-2010.

D. Water heaters and storage tanks shall have a temperature and pressure relief valve with ASME and

AGA (CGA) ratings and label. Valves shall also be in accordance with ANSI 221.22. Relief valves shall be automatic reseating type with test lever. Relief valves shall have extension thermostat element with a non-metallic protective coating to retard mineral deposits.

E. Tank and potable waterside surfaces shall be suitable for potable water and acceptable by FDA for potable water.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit in accordance with Division 01 and Section 23 05 00.

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B. Manufacturer's technical product data, including installation instructions, accessories, supports, fittings, finishes, construction details, and dimensions of assemblies and components:

Domestic Water Heaters

Expansion Tank

1.5 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

The publications form a part of this specification to the extent referenced and shall be the latest adopted date of the publication. The publications are referenced in the text by the basic designation.

1.6 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Provide all materials, equipment and perform all labor required for a complete domestic water heating system as indicated on the drawings and as specified.

B. Heating capacity and size as indicated on drawings.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 ELECTRIC WATER HEATER

A. Provide State Industries Patriot Light Duty Electric Domestic Water Heater.

B. Duty

1. Heater capacity and tank size as indicated on the drawings.

C. Unit shall be pre-piped and pre-wired with immersion thermostats, high temperature limit switch, low-water cutoff, temperature and pressure relief valve, and vacuum relief valve.

D. Thermostat with automatic control setting to deliver a constant supply of hot water at desired temperature.

E. Unit shall comply with all UL Safety Specifications.

F. Unit shall have a three year warranty on tank.

G. Manufacturers: A.O. Smith, Bradford-White, Hubbel, Rheem, State.

2.3 EXPANSION TANK

A. Construction

1. Wilkins Model XT or approved equal, ASME labeled, steel pressure rated tank, constructed with welded joints and factory installed FDA approved, butyl-rubber diaphragm.

2. NSF listed: Standard 61.

3. Tapings: Factory fabricated steel, welded to tank before testing and labeling. Include

ASME B1.20.1 pipe thread.

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4. Interior Finish: Comply with NSF 61 and 372 barrier materials for potable water tank linings, including extending finish into and through tank fittings and outlets.

5. Air Charging Valve: Factory installed. Include air precharge to minimum system operating pressure at tank.

6. Working Pressure: 150 psig.

B. Duty: Capacity and size as indicated on drawings.

C. Manufacturers: Amtrol, A.O. Smith, Armstrong, State, Taco, Watts, Wessels, Wilkins.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 ELECTRIC WATER HEATER

A. Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and recommendations.

B. Manufacturer's representative shall supervise start of unit; check unit operation, controls and safety devices; and instruct Contracting Officer’s personnel in proper operation and maintenance.

C. Pipe relief discharge full size as directed.

D. Electric power shall be connected to control panel under the Electrical Division.

E. Field wiring shall meet requirements of Electrical Division.

3.2 EXPANSION TANK

Install in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations.

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SECTION 22 40 00 - PLUMBING FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Plumbing fixtures and specialties; fittings; supports; as indicated on the drawings, as required by code and as specified.

1.2 RELATED DIVISIONS AND SECTIONS

A. Division 01 - General Requirements

B. Section 21 13 00 - Fire Suppression

C. Section 23 05 00 - Basic Mechanical Materials and Methods

D. Section 23 07 00 - Mechanical Insulation

E. Section 23 20 00 - Building Services Piping

F. Division 26 - Electrical

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. All work, materials, equipment, installation and accessories shall comply with the current enforced edition of the International Plumbing Code and all city, county, state and federal regulations.

B. Comply with requirements of ADA and ANSI Standards for plumbing fixtures and fittings for wheelchair accessibility.

C. All inline devices installed on the domestic service lines or building distribution system downstream of the water main and before end point devices and is in contact with the water intended for human ingestion shall comply with the Safe Drinking Water Act and National

Sanitation Foundation (NSF) Standard 61 and Standard 372 to provide lead free water (not containing more than 0.25 percent lead).

1. Inline devices include water meters, building valves, check valves, meter stops, fittings, backflow preventers, etc.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit in accordance with Division 01 and Section 23 05 00.

B. Manufacturer's technical product data, including installation instructions, appurtenances, accessories, supports, fittings, finishes, construction details, and dimensions of components:

Plumbing Fixtures and Accessories

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Cleanouts

Backflow Preventers

Hose Bibbs

C. NSF 61 Certification of domestic water devices.

1.5 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

The publications form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referenced in the text by the basic designation.

1.6 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Provide all materials, equipment and perform all labor required to install plumbing system complete as indicated on the drawings and as specified.

B. Plumbing system includes fixtures, equipment, piping and the supports for these items;

supplies; stops; faucets; spouts; traps; drains; tailpieces; fittings and accessories.

C. Provide all plumbing fixtures and equipment with accessible stops.

D. Provide P-traps on fixtures for which traps have not been included as part of the furnished equipment. Size of trap shall be equal to size of fixture tailpiece.

E. All exposed metal parts of fixtures shall be chromium-plated brass. Piping, fittings, valves, traps and accessories including piping escutcheons shall be chromium plated metals where exposed in finished spaces.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 PLUMBING FIXTURES AND SUPPORTS

A. Provide fixtures as listed. Catalog numbers are American Standard, unless otherwise noted.

B. Fixtures shall be vitreous china unless otherwise noted. Cast iron fixtures shall have acid resisting enamel finish.

C. Restricting Flow Fittings and Flow Restricting Aerators

1. Provide restricting flow fittings or flow restricting aerators on non-self-closing and non-metering lavatory and sink faucets to restrict flow to 1.5 gpm.

2. Restrictor shall compensate for pressure fluctuations between 25 to 80 psig with flow within 10 percent.

3. Manufacturers: Dole, Omni Products

D. Plumbing Fixture Schedule

1. Water Closets

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P-1 Water Closet: 2232.128US Cadet 3 16-1/2-inch, floor-mounted, siphon jet action, 1.28 gallons/flush, elongated bowl, free standing close coupled toilet combination, color-matched trip lever, two bolt caps with retainer clips. Fitted with:

Tank Flushing Device: Gravity tank feed to bowl with backflow prevention, device shall flush with 1.28 gallons.

Supply Pipe: McGuire No. 166 chromeplated 3/8-inch supply pipe to wall with wheel handle control stop, 3/8-inch outside diameter flexible tube riser.

Seat: Church 380TC white, extended back seat for elongated bowl, closed front with cover.

P-3A Lavatory: 9482 “Ovalyn” 19 by 16-inch undercounter mounted vitreous china lavatory.

Fitted with:

Faucet: Chicago Faucet No. 786-GN2FC “Hi-Lite” combination lavatory faucet with rigid copper connection between handle valves and spout, renewable cartridge with ceramic disc, No. 317, 4-inch wrist blade handles, 8-inch centers, with FC internal stream regulator, 3/8-inch gooseneck spout, outlet 5 inches above slab.

Supply Pipes: McGuire No. 158WC, 3/8-inch wheelchair supply with loose key straight stop with cast brass escutcheon and set screw.

Trap: McGuire No. 8902 1-1/4 by 1-1/2-inch adjustable P-trap, cast body, cleanout plug, slip inlet tubing drain to wall, cast brass escutcheon and set screw.

Waste, Tailpiece: McGuire 155-WC chromeplated wheelchair lavatory, cast grid drain plug with strainer and offset 1-1/4-inch tailpiece.

P-3B Lavatory: 0356.015 "Lucerne," 20 by 18-inch vitreous china lavatory, 8-inch faucet hole centers. Fitted with:

Faucet, Waste, Tailpiece: Chicago Faucet No. 786-GN2FC "Hi-Lite" combination lavatory faucet with rigid copper connection between handle valves and spout, renewable cartridge with monel stainless steel seat, No. 317, 4-inch wrist blade handles, 8-inch centers, with FC internal stream regulator, 3/8-inch gooseneck spout, outlet 5 inches above slab, No. 327A grid drain with non-removable strainer, 1-1/4-inch tailpiece.

Supply Pipes: McGuire No. 165 LK, 3/8-inch wall supply, loose key stop valve, cast brass escutcheons and set screw, flexible tube riser.

Trap: McGuire No. 8902, 1-1/4 by 1-1/2-inch adjustable P-trap, cast body, cleanout plug, slip inlet tubing drain to wall, cast brass escutcheon and set screw.

Support: Provide wall hangers or concealed arms as appropriate.

Mounting Height: Provide clear floor space underneath in accordance with ADA Section

305 and knee and toe clearance in accordance with ADA Section 306, but no more than

34 inches from the floor to top of rim.

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P-4 Double Compartment Sink: Just DL-1625-A-GR, double compartment sink, two 16 by

25 inches, undercoated 18 gage stainless steel sink compartments with 3-hole punch.

Furnish each sink with Bridgeport No. 667 chromeplated cup strainer and tailpiece. Fitted with:

Faucet: Chicago 786-GN2-FC-E2605, chromeplated faucet with 4-inch wrist blade handles, E3 aerator with E2605 flow restrictor, GN2A rigid swing gooseneck spout

Supply Pipes: Brass Craft SR-1512-A, chromeplated supply, loose key stop valve, cast brass escutcheon and set screw, flexible tube riser.

Trap: Kohler K-9000, 1-1/2 by 1-1/4-inch chromeplated P-trap, cast body, cleanout plug, slip inlet tubing drain to wall, cast escutcheon and set screw.

P-5 Shower: Aquarius Model A4834SH, white acrylic one-piece seamless shower unit with integral dome, 5-year warranty Color selected by contractor officer. Shower shall comply with ANSI 124.1 and designed to meet IAPMO, HUD, IBC, and SBC.

Valve: Symmons S-96-1—L-X Temptrol, pressure-balancing mixing valve, integral volume control, lever handle, integral stops, maximum temperature limit stop, chromeplated brass escutcheon.

Showerhead: Symmons No. 4-206 Clear-Flo showerhead with 1.5 gpm flow regulator, spray adjusting lever handle, and No. 300 chromeplated shower arm with cast brass flange.

Drain: Aquarius, 2-inch brass drain, with stainless steel strainer. Provide P-trap.

Accessories: Stainless steel 1-inch diameter curtain rod and curtain; molded soap-accessory tray for seated and standing position.

Additional reinforcement shall be suitably located to provide required structural integrity.

After all valves, grab bars, curtain rods, and wall brackets, etc., have been installed, they will be sealed from the backside with fiberglass to make the unit waterproof.

P-6 Washing Machine Supply and Drain Unit: Guy Gray Manufacturing Co., Inc., Model No.

T-200 recessed unit with 1/2-inch hose-end valves and supply connectors.

P-7 Ice Machine Supply Unit: Guy Gray Manufacturing Co., Inc., Model No. BIM875 recessed unit with 1/2-inch hose-end valves and supply connectors.

E. Plumbing Fixture Supports (Numbers are Josam unless otherwise noted)

1. Support for wall-mounted lavatories and sinks, etc.:

a. Where fixtures are supported from concrete or cinder block walls, install No. 10

USSG Steel plate on the opposite side of the wall and bolt hangers or supports through plate. Where opposite side of wall is exposed to view, place bolts in core of blocks and fill core with cement.

b. Where lavatories with wall hangers have been specified and fixtures are supported from metal stud frame partitions, fixture brackets or mounting lugs shall be through bolted to steel channel crosspieces not less than 1-1/2 inches wide anchored to studs. Bolt heads shall be welded to channel web.

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F. Manufacturers

1. Fixtures: American Standard, Crane, Eljer, Kohler, Sloan, and where named:

a. Stainless Steel Sinks: American Standard, Elkay, Just, Kohler.

b. Acrylic Showers: Aqua-Bath, Aquarius, Fiat, Universal Rundle.

2. Faucets and Accessories: American Standard, Chicago Faucet, Crane, Delta, Eljer, Kohler, Moen, Price Pfister, Speakman, Symmons, T&S Brass.

3. Supplies, Traps: American Standard, Brass Craft, Chicago Faucet, Crane, Eljer, Engineered Brass Co., Keeney, Kohler, McGuire.

4. Water Closet Seats: Bemis, Benecke, Church, Comfort, Olsonite.

5. Showerheads: American Standard, Moen, Powers, Price Pfister, Sloan, Speakman, Symmons.

6. Washing Machine Supply and Drain Unit: Acorn, Guy Gray, IPS Corp., LSP Products

Group, Oatey, Symmons, Zurn.

7. Ice Machine Supply Unit: Acorn, Guy Gray, IPS Corp., LSP Products Group, Oatey, Symmons, Zurn.

8. Fixture Supports: Ancon, Josam, J.R. Smith, MIFAB, Wade, Zurn.

2.2 DISHWASHER AIR-GAP FITTINGS

A. Fitting suitable for use with domestic dishwashers and for deck mounting; with plastic body, /chromeplated brass cover/ metallic cover with enamel finish to match color of sink/;

minimum capacity of 5 gpm; minimum inlet pressure of 5 psig at a minimum temperature of

140 degrees F.

B. Hoses: Rubber and suitable for minimum temperature of 140 degrees F.

1. Inlet Hose: 5/8-inch ID and 48 inches long.

2. Outlet Hose: 7/8-inch ID and 48 inches long.

C. Manufacturers: B & K Industries, Inc., Brass Craft, Brasstech Inc., Dearborn Brass, Geberit, Sioux Chief Manufacturing Company, Inc., Watts.

2.3 FOOD WASTE DISPOSERS

A. Continuous-feed household, food-waste disposer. Include reset button; wall switch; corrosion-resistant chamber with jam-resistant, cutlery- or stainless-steel grinder or shredder; 1-1/2-inch outlet; quick-mounting, stainless-steel sink flange; antisplash guard; combination cover/stopper; sound insulated chamber; 115 watt motor with overload protection, and unjamming wrench.

B. Manufacturers: American Standard, In-Sink-Erator, KitchenAid, Maytag Co., WhiteRock

Corp.

2.4 CLEANOUTS

A. Cleanouts shall be full size of pipe up to 6 inches.

B. In lieu of joints specified in Section 23 20 00, “Building Services Piping,” neoprene gaskets may be used if designed for use with drains and cleanouts employed and if approved by the local plumbing authority.

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C. Materials and Manufacturers: Acorn, Josam, J.R. Smith, MIFAB, Wade, Watts, Zurn. Josam numbers are indicated:

CONCEALED PIPING CAST IRON PIPE STEEL

Unfinished Areas

Floors 56000 58460A

Walls 58790 58890

Finished Areas – Floors

Composition Tile 56000-12 56000-12

Ceramic Tile 56020 56020

Carpet 56000-14 56000-14

Finished Areas – Walls

Plaster 58790 58600

Tile

* With 9 by 9-inch frame

58790 58640*

2.5 SHOCK ABSORBERS

A. Josam 75000-S Shoktrol shock absorbers. Sizes shall be in accordance with PDI Standard

WH-201 and ASSE Standard 1010.

B. Manufacturers: Ancon, Josam, J.R. Smith, MIFAB, Precision Plumbing Products, Sioux

Chief, Wade, Watts, Zurn.

2.6 VACUUM BREAKERS AND BACKFLOW PREVENTERS

A. Vacuum Breakers:

1. Atmospheric-type, not subject to back pressure, Watts No. 288A; ASSE 1001.

2. Subject to back pressure, Watts series 9D; ASSE 1012.

3. For hose threads, Watts series 8A; ASSE 1011.

B. Reduced pressure zone for connection to heating water system, chilled water system, condenser water system, and elsewhere as indicated, Watts 909 backflow preventer with strainer and valves; ASSE 1013.

1. Sizes through 3-inch shall have full-port ball valves.

2. Sizes 4-inch and larger shall have OS&Y rising stem gate valves.

3. Valves on backflow preventer supplying water to fire protection system shall be UL/FM listed.

4. Backflow preventer 2-1/2-inch and larger shall have FDA approved epoxy coating and lining for the entire assembly including valves and strainer.

5. Backflow preventer 2-inch and smaller shall have bronze strainer and valves; internal polymer coating for preventer body. Provide with air gap for drain outlet.

C. Manufacturers: Conbraco, Febco, Hersey, MIFAB, Sloan, Watts, Wilkins, Woodford, Zurn.

2.7 HOSE BIBBS

A. Chicago 998-RCF hose-end faucet, rough chrome finish.

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B. Manufacturers: American Standard, Chicago Faucet, Crane, T&S Brass.

2.8 WATER MIXING VALVES

A. Type B-2

1. Unit shall be for individual sink ECAST Model 131-ABNF.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 PLUMBING FIXTURES AND SUPPORTS

A. Setting heights of lavatories, etc. shall be as directed prior to installation.

B. Install floor-mounted fixtures only after finished floor has been installed.

C. Seal water closet to the carrier coupling with a closed cell neoprene gasket. Apply adhesive to front and back of gasket.

D. Provide rubber concussion washers between vitreous china fixtures and supporting brackets.

E. Protect chromium plated trim from corrosive solutions used to clean tile work.

F. Provide ASTM C920, Type S white, silicone caulking where fixtures come in contact with walls and floors. Sealant shall be mildew resistant type.

G. Shower valve temperature limit stops shall be factory and field set to deliver a maximum outlet temperature of 110 degrees F based on inlet water temperatures of 50 degrees F cold water and

110 degrees F hot water. Confirm outlet temperature in field and adjust as required.

H. Provide insulation protection in accordance with ADA for exposed traps and supplies for all lavatories and sinks. Insulation shall provide access to supply valves and shall be equal to

Handi-Lav-Guard as manufactured by Truebro, Inc.

Manufacturers: Proto, Truebro.

I. Showers: Additional reinforcement shall be suitably located to provide required structural integrity. After all valves, grab bars, curtain rods, wall brackets, etc. have been installed, they shall be sealed to make the unit waterproof.

J. Examine roughing-in of water supply and sanitary drainage and vent piping systems to verify actual locations of piping connections before plumbing fixture installation.

K. Examine cabinets, counters, floors, and walls for suitable conditions where fixtures will be installed.

L. Install fixtures level and plumb according to roughing-in drawings.

M. Install floor-mounted water closets on closet flanges.

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N. Install counter-mounted fixtures in and attach to casework.

O. Install stops in locations where they can be easily reached for operation.

P. Install toilet seats on water closets.

Q. Install water-supply flow-control fittings with specified flow rates in fixture supplies at stop valves.

R. Install faucet flow-control fittings with specified flow rates and patterns in faucet spouts if faucets are not available with required rates and patterns. Include adapters if required.

S. Install shower flow-control fittings with specified maximum flow rates in shower arms.

T. Check that plumbing fixtures are complete with trim, faucets, fittings, and other specified components.

U. Install traps on fixture outlets, except fixtures with integral traps and indirect wastes.

V. Set bathtubs and shower receptors in leveling bed of cement grout. Grout is specified in

Section 23 05 00 are complete with trim, faucets, fittings, and other specified components.

W. Inspect installed plumbing fixtures for damage. Replace damaged fixtures and components.

X. Test installed fixtures after water systems are pressurized for proper operation. Replace malfunctioning fixtures and components, then retest. Repeat procedure until units operate properly.

Y. Install supply and drain unit where indicated on drawings. Mount drain rim 18 to 48 inches above drain trap.

Z. Install ice maker unit where indicated on drawings. Mount supply outlet 48 inches above finished floor.

AA. Replace washers and seals of leaking and dripping faucets and stops.

3.2 CLEANOUTS

A. Install cleanouts in sanitary drainage systems at ends of runs, at changes in direction that are greater than 45 degrees, near the base of stacks, every 50 feet in horizontal runs, and where indicated.

B. Vertical Pipes: Install cleanout in tees near floor.

C. Horizontal Pipes: Install cleanouts in wyes or long sweep quarter bends.

D. Extend cleanouts on concealed piping flush to finished walls, floors and grade.

E. Waterproofing: Cleanouts puncturing waterproofing membrane shall have flashing clamps.

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3.3 SHOCK ABSORBERS

Install shock absorbers at solenoid and fast closing valves, at the top of cold water risers, at each flush valve or battery of flush valves, and where indicated.

3.4 VACUUM BREAKERS AND BACKFLOW PREVENTERS

Install backflow preventers where indicated on drawings and where required by code. Install air gap on reduced pressure zone backflow preventer and pipe discharge drain to floor drain.

Do not install bypass piping around backflow preventers.

3.5 HOSE BIBBS

Install hose bibbs where indicated on drawings. Locate 2 to 3 feet above floor or deck.

3.6 WATER MIXING VALVES

Install water mixing valve assembly beneath the lavatory.

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BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS

SECTION 23 05 00 - BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

A. Requirements of this Section are applicable to work in Divisions 21, 22, and 23.

B. Contract Documents

1. Unless otherwise modified, drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including provisions of General Conditions, and Division 01 govern work under Divisions 21, 22, and 23.

2. Contract drawings for fire protection, plumbing, and mechanical work are diagrammatic, intended to convey scope and general arrangement.

3. Refer questions involving document interpretation or discrepancies to Contracting

Officer’s Representative (COR) for review and direction.

4. Correct faulty work due to resolving discrepancies without proper approval.

5. Specifications establish quality of materials, equipment, workmanship and methods of construction.

6. Follow drawings and specifications in laying out work. Consult other applicable contract drawings and specifications, become familiar with conditions affecting work.

C. Scope

1. The work in Divisions 21, 22, and 23 includes furnishing and installing the fire protection, plumbing, and mechanical work complete and ready for satisfactory service.

2. Requirements specified govern work in all sections of Divisions 21, 22, and 23.

1.2 RELATED DIVISIONS

A. Division 01 - General Requirements

B. Division 03 - Concrete

C. Division 07 - Thermal and Moisture Protection

D. Division 08 - Openings

E. Division 09 - Finishes

F. Division 21 - Fire Suppression

G. Division 22 - Plumbing

H. Division 23 - Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning

I. Division 26 - Electrical

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J. Division 31 - Earthwork

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Regulations: Comply with regulations of NFPA, state, county, and municipal building ordinances, and other applicable codes and regulations.

B. Provide UL label on electric powered equipment or certification that equipment has been tested by a testing agency approved by the local authority as equivalent in safety to UL labeled equipment.

C. Material and Equipment Requirements

1. Use products of one manufacturer where two or more items of same kind of equipment are required.

2. Materials and equipment shall have a record of one-year successful field use.

3. For certain items of equipment, the specification and the project design are based upon the specified manufacturer's product. Other manufacturers' names are listed. Contractor may purchase, conditional upon meeting project requirements, equipment from the listed manufacturers.

4. Only the manufacturer's equipment upon which, the specification and the project design has been based, has been checked for this project. Check allocated space and structure for suitability of equipment of other listed manufacturers, including parts replacement and servicing.

5. Where items of equipment are indicated as base bid on the bid form, include in the bid price the cost of providing the equipment upon which the specification is based. In addition, submit with bid for Government's consideration, the amount to be added or deducted from the base bid for other listed manufacturers' equipment. Government will advise Contractor within 45 days after award of contract of his selection.

D. Workmanship

1. Remove and replace, at no extra cost, work not in conformance with contract requirements.

2. Coordinate work and cooperate with other trades to facilitate execution of work.

E. Coordination with Other Trades

1. Contractor shall give full cooperation and coordination with other trades and shall furnish any information necessary to permit the work of all trades to be installed satisfactorily with the least possible interference or delay.

2. The Contractor shall furnish to other trades, as required, all necessary templates, patterns, setting plans and shop details for the proper installation of the work and for the purpose of coordination adjacent work.

F. Asbestos or asbestos-containing materials shall not be utilized or allowed on this project. The

Contractor shall be rigorous in assuring that all materials, equipment, systems, and components do not contain asbestos. Any deviations from this exclusion shall be remedied at the Contractor’s expense without regard to prior submittal approvals.

G. Access: The Contractor shall specifically consider all materials and equipment installations and shall coordinate with the work of all trades to insure easy and unobstructed accessibility of

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all systems for operations, maintenance, repairs, and replacement. Installation of all specified materials and equipment including but not limited to, equipment, supports, ductwork, pipe, electrical conduit and controls shall be in a manner which will allow complete unobstructed access to all panels, access doors, filter racks, control boxes, controls actuators, sensors, valves, tube bundles and all other items requiring access for operations or maintenance. All items such as controls, actuators and valves which require servicing or manual operations for system use shall be located such as to be accessible without standing on other equipment, whenever it is possible or practical. Any installation of new equipment or materials which causes problems related to access of new or existing equipment shall be disapproved by the

COR and reaccomplished by the Contractor.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Manufacturer's technical product data, installation instructions and description of accessories for each type to be used and system designation:

1. Certificate of completion of cleaning and disinfecting of water systems.

2. Concrete compressive strength test.

3. Motors (submit under section specifying related equipment).

4. Identification.

5. Charts for shutoff valve and fire alarm device locations.

6. Operating and maintenance manuals.

7. Statement of field instruction completion.

1.5 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

The publications listed in this section form a part of this specification to the extent referenced.

The publications are referenced in the text by the basic designation.

1.6 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. References

1. References to standards, codes, catalogs and recommendations are latest edition in effect on date of invitation to bid.

2. Refer to applicable contract drawings and specifications pertaining to other Divisions for conditions affecting work.

3. Refer to Division 01 for description of base bid items.

B. Definitions: The following are definitions of terms and expressions used in Divisions 21, 22, and 23:

1. “Approve” - To permit use of material, equipment or methods conditional upon compliance with contract document requirements.

2. “Concealed” - Hidden from normal sight; includes work in crawl spaces, above ceilings, and in building shafts.

3. “Directed” - directed by Contracting Officer.

4. “Ductwork” - includes ducts, fittings, housings, dampers, supports and accessories comprising a system.

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5. “Equal, equivalent” - possessing the same performance qualities and characteristics and fulfilling the same utilitarian function.

6. “Exposed” - not concealed.

7. “Furnish” - Supply and deliver to project site, ready for unloading, unpacking, assembly, installation, and similar operations.

8. “Indicated” - indicated in Contract Documents.

9. “Install” - Operations at project site including unloading, temporarily storing, unpacking, assembling, erecting, placing, anchoring, applying, working to dimensions, finishing, curing, protecting, cleaning and similar operations.

10. “Piping” - includes pipe, fittings, valves, supports and accessories comprising a system.

11. “Provide” - furnish and install, complete and ready for the intended use.

12. “Removable” - detachable from the structure or system without physical alteration of materials or equipment and without disturbance to other construction.

13. “Review” - limited observation or checking to ascertain general conformance with design concept of the work and with information given in contract documents. Such action does not constitute a waiver or alteration of the contract requirements.

B. Refer to Division 01, "References" for additional definition of terms.

1.7 WARRANTY

Deliver to the COR certificates of equipment warranty extending beyond the guarantee period.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 PAINTING

Painting of piping, ductwork and equipment is included under Division 09 unless otherwise indicated.

2.2 ACCESS PANELS

Access panel products are specified in Section 08 31 00, “Access Door and Panels.”

2.3 FLASHING

Flashing materials are specified in Section 07 62 00, “Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim.”

2.4 CONCRETE WORK

A. Compressive Strength: 3000-psi minimum after 28 days.

B. Reinforcing Steel: Yield strength as determined by structural design.

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C. Grout: Non-shrink, non-metallic, pre-mixed, equivalent to Nordbak Fast-set, U.S. Grout Five-star, or Polymeric.

2.5 MOTORS AND ELECTRICALLY OPERATED EQUIPMENT

A. References, Characteristics and Ratings

1. Refer to Electrical Division for requirements of electrical work including starters specified in the Fire Suppression, Plumbing and Mechanical Divisions.

2. Provide motors and other equipment requiring electrical power or control service suitable for the electrical characteristics indicated on the Electrical Drawings.

3. Horsepower indicated is for manufacturer's equipment upon which the specification is based. Submit proposed deviations from these ratings for review by the COR. Pay costs incurred by deviations, which are permitted.

4. Provide motor rated for 200 volts for 208-volt service. Provide 230 and 460 volt rated motors for 240 and 480 volt service.

5. Brake horsepower rating at specified duty shall not exceed 85 percent of nameplate horsepower rating times NEMA service factor for motors with 1.15 service factor except where other limits are stated for certain equipment, i.e. fans and pumps, the maximum load percentage shall be as stated under that equipment times the 1.15 service factor. For water or refrigerant cooled motors driving compressors the maximum load percentage shall be 78 percent, 72 percent and 70 percent, for motors with 1.25, 1.35, and 1.4 service factors, respectively.

B. Overload Protection

1. Protect each motor, either individually mounted or in unitary equipment, with overload devices such as fuses, thermal cutouts, or thermal protectors installed in each ungrounded conductor serving each motor. Mount these overload devices in the motor controller or in a control panel in unitary equipment.

2. For equipment that requires the use of fuses, provide the proper size and type of fuses mounted on accessible fuse blocks, integral to the equipment, wired in accordance with applicable codes.

C. Construction

1. Construct motors in accordance with NEMA Standard Publication MG-1, latest edition, and the applicable IEEE standards.

2. Frame sizes in accordance with NEMA Standard MG-1 and MG-13, latest editions.

3. Starting torque, NEMA Design B, 2-4 percent slip.

4. Starting (locked rotor) kVA as required by the driven equipment. On motors with a locked rotor indicating code letter of "F" or higher, the manufacturer shall notify the electrical contractor for circuit breaker adjustment in accordance with Division 26, “Electrical.”

5. Indoor, General Use: Open dripproof construction, 1.15 service factor.

6. Outdoor, Exposed Motor: Totally enclosed fan cooled construction, 1.15 service factor, stator windings totally encapsulated having non-hygroscopic insulation approved for outdoor use, and double shielded bearings.

D. Insulation: NEMA Insulation Class B for operation in 40 degrees C ambient.

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Where motors operate in a maximum ambient temperature above 40 degrees C, provide motors suitably designed for the ambient temperature indicated, employing a different class of insulation or having a change in frame size, i.e., the ambient temperature plus motor full load temperature rise plus 10 degrees C shall not exceed the temperature rating of the insulation system.

E. Electronically Commutated (EC) Motors

1. Motor shall be direct drive motor.

2. Motor shall be variable speed, DC, brushless type specifically designed for pump applications and include heavy duty ball bearings and electronic commutation.

3. Motor shall be speed controllable down to 20 percent of full speed and 85 percent efficient at all speeds.

4. Motor shall be complete with, and operated by, a single-phase integrated controller/inverter that operates the wound stator and senses rotor position to electronically commutate the stator.

5. All EC Motors shall be designed for synchronous rotation.

6. Motor rotor shall be permanent magnet type with near zero rotor losses.

7. Motor shall be able to be mounted with shaft in horizontal or vertical orientation.

8. Motor shall have permanently lubricated ball bearings.

9. Motor shall include inductors to minimize harmonic distortion and line noise.

F. Single Phase Motors

1. 1/6 Horsepower or Less: Split phase capacitor start, permanent split capacitor or resistance start, capacitor run.

2. 1/4 and 1/3 Horsepower: Capacitor starts.

3. Bearings: "Life-time" sealed ball bearing type, oilable ball bearing or sleeve type.

4. High efficiency energy saving type with a minimum efficiency of 70 percent and a minimum full load power factor of 77 percent.

G. Three Phase Motors:

1. NEMA Premium efficiency polyphase induction type.

2. Minimum full load power factor before power factor correction of horizontal and vertical shaft motors shall be as follows:

HP RPM POWER

FACTOR

1/2 3600 and 1800 70 Percent

3/4 3600 and 1800 70 Percent

1, 1-1/2 and 2 3600 and 1800 79 Percent

3 to 5 3600 and 1800 85 Percent

3. Minimum efficiency (in percent) of horizontal and vertical shaft motors shall be follows:

Open Dripproof (ODP) Motors

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HP 1200 RPM 1800 RPM 3600 RPM

Minimum Nominal

Efficiency (%)

Minimum Nominal

Efficiency (%)

Minimum Nominal

Efficiency (%)

1 82.5 85.5 77.0

1-1/2 86.5 86.5 84.0

2 87.5 86.5 85.5

3 88.5 89.5 85.5

5 89.5 89.5 86.5

NOTE: Efficiencies are nameplate ratings and must be tested in accordance with IEEE

Standard 112, Method B.

Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (TEFC) Motors

HP 1200 RPM 1800 RPM 3600 RPM

Minimum Nominal

Efficiency (%)

Minimum Nominal

Efficiency (%)

Minimum Nominal

Efficiency (%)

1 82.5 85.5 77.0

1-1/2 87.5 86.5 84.0

2 88.5 86.5 85.5

3 89.5 89.5 86.5

5 89.5 89.5 88.5

NOTE: Efficiencies are nameplate ratings and must be tested in accordance with IEEE

Standard 112, Method B.

Measure motor efficiencies as tested in accordance with ANSI/IEEE Standard 112, Test

Method B. Do not extrapolate efficiencies from other data. Measure each horsepower size. Submit test data from certified independent testing laboratory of standard manufacturer run per horsepower size.

H. Bearings and Bases

1. Motors 1/2 through 2 Horsepower: Sealed "life-time" ball bearing or regreaseable ball bearing type with minimum life of 25,000 hours under "V" belt load conditions.

2. Motors 3 through 5 Horsepower: Anti-friction bearings sized for a minimum life of

25,000 hours under "V" belt load conditions or a minimum life of 100,000 hours for a direct connected load. House bearings in a regreaseable race with provision for purging old grease. Preload bearings with a bearing load spring to minimize noise and increase bearing life.

3. Motors for Belt Drive: Cast iron or steel base with slide rails having screw adjustments.

2.6 HANGER ATTACHMENT - Application and Type

A. Concrete (New): Iron or steel inserts. Expander type anchors, specified for existing may be used provided concrete is clear of conduit for drilled depth.

B. Concrete (Existing): Double plated expander type anchors. Phillips, Hilti or approved equivalent. Loads shall not exceed 1/4 of tested pullout (or shear) strength.

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C. Steel Beams: Iron or steel beam clamps.

D. Wood Beams: Light duty, screws; heavy duty, bolted bracket.

E. Brick or Block Walls: Brackets fastened with self-drilling anchors or toggle bolts, light duty;

or through bolts with backplates, heavy duty.

2.7 SLEEVES AND ESCUTCHEON PLATES

A. Coordinate with Section 07 84 13, “Penetration Firestopping” for penetration firestopping installed in fire-resistance rated walls, horizontal assemblies, and smoke barriers, with and without penetrating items.

B. Sleeves for Piping and Conduits - Material and Application

1. Galvanized Standard Weight Steel Pipe:

a. Floors where pipes will be exposed above the floor.

b. Interior concrete walls

c. Interior masonry walls.

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