Benzie_Central_26_5561_Theatrical_Lighting_Systems_

SECTION 26 55 61

ELECTRICAL - THEATRICAL SYSTEMS & CONTROL

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** ETC, Inc.; lighting and rigging products.

This section is based on the products of ETC, Inc., which is located at:

3031 Pleasant View Rd. P. O. Box 620979 Middleton, WI 53562-0979 Tel: 608-831-4116 Fax: 608-836-1736 Email:request info (mail@etcconnect.com) Web:https://www.etcconnect.com [Click Here] for additional information.

Christmas Eve 2020 marked ETC's 45th anniversary, and there's no denying we've come a long way. Now a global leader in the manufacturing of lighting and rigging technology, ETC employs over 1,200 people in 16 corporate offices around the world. ETC is proud of its industry reputation for unmatched technical and customer service, 24/7/365. And with a family of over 300 authorized service centers throughout the world, staffed by hundreds of certified technicians, customers are never far from an ETC resource with a face and a name.

We develop professional tools and make them accessible to everyone. Our products can be found in small and large venues worldwide, such as theatres, churches, restaurants, hotels, schools, television studios, casinos, theme parks, and opera houses.

PART 1 GENERAL

SECTION INCLUDES

Work Included.

System Description Procedures & Conditions

RELATED SECTIONS

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.

Section 11 61 63 – Stage Equipment - Theatrical Lighting Systems Section 11 61 73 – Stage Equipment - Theatrical Lighting Fixtures

SCOPE OF WORK

A. The Electrical Contractor, as part of the work of this section shall, in conjunction with a qualified Theatrical Lighting Vendor, install and test a complete lighting control system, to be supplied by the Theatrical Lighting Vendor. The system shall be as specified in section 11 61 63 (Stage Equipment - Theatrical Lighting Systems) and installed as per the project drawing package. A delineation of installation responsibilities between Electrical Contractor and Theatrical Lighting Vendor is provided in provided in attached Section 265561 Appendix A.

B. In addition to the above, this Bid Category requires adherence to and coordination with various other technical Specifications interfacing with this Work. The Bidder shall review the Work descriptions set forth in Sections 116163 – Theatrical Lighting Systems and 116173 –Theatrical Lighting Fixtures so as to not misunderstand scope responsibilities.

C. The Electrical Contractor shall furnish all conduit, wire, connectors, hardware, and other incidental items not specified in section 116163 Appendix A, but necessary for the completion and proper operation of the lighting control system.

D. The Electrical Contractor, as part of the work of this section shall install and test fifty-six (56) new house light fixtures, replacing existing fixtures (to be supplied by the Theatrical Lighting Vendor).

E. The Electrical Contractor, as part of the work of this section shall remove a total of nine (6) cables over three (3) locations and pull new cat5e cables to replace them.

F. The Electrical Contractor, as part of the work of this section shall install five (6) new Cat5e Homeruns. The Electrical Contractor shall furnish all required conduit, wire, connectors, hardware, and other incidental items.

G. The Electrical Contractor, as part of the work of this section shall replace the existing "DR" (architectural control) rack with a new "DRd" rack (using existing incoming power and maintain the existing output circuit configuration.

H. The Electrical Contractor, as part of the work of this section shall install a standard 19" equipment rack w/ line voltage circuit (for lighting network system).

I. The Electrical Contractor, as part of the work of this section shall supply, install, test, and provide training for an Emergency Lighting System (to replace existing) that meets or exceeds local codes and is appropriate for the facility. The Electrical Contractor shall furnish all components, conduit, wire, connectors, hardware, and other incidental items required for the installation and safe operation of the Emergency Lighting System.

J. Supply all required permits for all facets of the lighting upgrade project.

K. Supply Genie AWP-36S Ariel Work Platform for use by the Electrical Contractor and the Theatrical Lighting Vendor.

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

A. The system shall be designed for the control of Architectural and Theatrical Lighting and shall consist of an existing factory wired dimming rack (to be upgraded by the Theatrical Lighting Vendor), and a new processing rack enclosure to be installed by the Electrical Contractor, as part of the work of this section. The Electrical Contractor shall provide line voltage power to said processing rack in the form of a “four-square” box. The processing rack shall contain low-voltage architectural control and network electronics to be terminated by the Theatrical Lighting Vendor.

B. Existing Circuiting to remain.

C. System shall work in conjunction with specified low-voltage control stations, to be supplied and installed by the Theatrical Lighting Vendor.

D. System shall work in conjunction with network gateway stations, to be supplied and energized by the Theatrical Lighting Vendor. Network cable between Gateway locations and processing rack to be installed by the Electrical Contractor.

SUBMITTALS

All Submittals for this project, except those related to the Emergency Lighting System, are the responsibility of the Theatrical Lighting Vendor.

Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 Administrative Requirements.

Product Data:

Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used.

Preparation instructions and recommendations.

Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.

Typical installation methods.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not applicable to product type.

Verification Samples: Two representative units of each type, size, pattern, and color.

Shop Drawings: Include details of materials, construction, and finish. Include relationship with adjacent construction.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in manufacturing products specified in this section with a minimum five years documented experience.

Installer Qualifications: Company specializing in performing Work of this section with minimum two years documented experience with projects of similar scope and complexity.

Source Limitations: Provide each type of product from a single manufacturing source to ensure uniformity.

PRE-INSTALLATION CONFERENCE

Convene a conference approximately two weeks before scheduled commencement of the Work. Attendees shall include Owner’s representatives and trades involved. Agenda shall include schedule, responsibilities, critical path items and approvals.

DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

Store and handle in strict compliance with manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations.

Protect from damage due to weather, excessive temperature, and construction operations.

PROJECT CONDITIONS

Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits recommended by manufacturer for optimum results. Do not install products under environmental conditions outside manufacturer's recommended limits.

WARRANTY

A. Manufacturer's standard limited warranty unless indicated otherwise.

B. Installer: Guarantees the work result this specification defines, including materials and workmanship for three years from date of full acceptance of work in accordance with the following conditions.

1. Warranty must be in effect on materials and equipment for three years from date of system commissioning under following conditions.

a. Maintaining warranty requires annual inspection of system by a factory trained and certified contractor.

b. The three-year warranty is contingent upon annual inspection at end of the first and second years of service.

c. If annual inspection is not performed at the end of the first or second year of service, the warranty becomes void at the end of that service year.

2. Nothing in this guarantee shall cause repair or replacement by Contractor where negligence, neglect or improper operation by Owner has caused failure of any equipment installed as defined by this specification.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

MANUFACTURERS

Acceptable Manufacturer for Lighting Systems: ETC, Inc., which is located at: 3031 Pleasant View Rd. P. O. Box 620979; Middleton, WI 53562-0979; Tel: 608-831-4116; Fax: 608-836-1736; Email:request info (mail@etcconnect.com); Web:https://www.etcconnect.com It is the responsibility of the Electrical Contractor to select the manufacturers for all emergency lighting system related products. The Electrical contractor shall provide the Owner with product specifications and an emergency lighting riser drawing, prior to ordering the components. The Owner must approve the Emergency Lighting System component choices and plans for installation before commencement.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly constructed and prepared.

B. If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Owner in writing of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.

B. Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.

3.3 INSTALLATION

A. Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, approved submittals, and in proper relationship with adjacent construction.

3.4 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Field Inspection: Coordinate field inspection in accordance with appropriate sections in Division 01.

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include if manufacturer provides field quality control with onsite personnel for instruction or supervision of product installation, application, erection, or construction. Delete if not required.

B. Manufacturer's Services: Coordinate manufacturer's services in accordance with appropriate sections in Division 01.

3.5 CLEANING AND PROTECTION

A. Clean products in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.

B. Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.

END OF SECTION

SECTION 265561 - Appendix A

ELECTRICAL - THEATRICAL STYSTEMS AND CONTROL

ELECTRICAL - THEATRICAL SYSTEMS & CONTROL

TO BE SUPPLIED BY THE ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR

SHIPPING

SHIPPING: Base Bid to include all shipping charges to the job site.

INSTALLATION

NOTE: Items listed in SECTION 11 61 63 Appendix A shall be supplied by an approved Theatrical Lighting Vendor. Installation shall be divided between the Theatrical Lighting Vendor and a Licensed Electrical Contractor, as delineated below. Dimmer Rack Upgrades, Data Terminations, Programming, System Energizing & Commissioning, and User Training shall be performed by the Theatrical Lighting Vendor and costs for these services shall be include in the Section 116163 Base Bid. Dimmer Rack Upgrades, Data Terminations, System Energizing & Commissioning, and User Training shall be performed by the Theatrical Lighting Vendor and costs for these services shall be include in the Section 116163 Base Bid. The Electrical Contractor shall be responsible for installing fifty-six (56) House Lighting Fixtures (to be supplied by the Theatrical Lighting Vendor), wire pulling, conduit & box installation (as noted in the drawing set), replacing existing "DR" (architectural control) rack with a new "DRd" rack, and installing a standard 19" equipment rack w/ line voltage circuit (for lighting network system). All materials required for installation but not listed in Section 116163 Appendix A or Section 116173 Appendix A shall be supplied by the Electrical Contractor. Charges for all services and materials to be supplied by the Electrical Contractor shall be included in the Section 265561 Base Bid.

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