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SECTION 23 09 23

DIRECT DIGITAL CONTROL SYSTEMS EQUIPMENT

(PETERSON AFB)

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

1.1.1 The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to in the text by the basic designation only. Unless other wise noted, the latest published version and/or revision shall be used.

1.1.1.1 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards.

a. NFPA 70 National Electrical Code.

b. NFPA 72 A/B/C/D/E/F/G/H – Signaling System Standards.

c. NFPA 90A Standard For The Installation Of Air Conditioning And Ventilating Systems.

d. NFPA 92A and 92B Smoke purge/control Equipment.

1.1.1.2 National Electric Code (NEC) and applicable local Electric Code.

1.1.1.3 Underwriters Laboratories (UL) listing and labels.

a. UL 864 UOJZ Fire Protective Signaling Systems.

b. UL 864 UUKL Smoke Control

c. UL 268 Smoke Detectors.

d. UL 521 Heat Detectors.

e. UL 1480 Fire Alarm Signaling Devices.

f. UL 1971 Visual Fire Alarm Signaling Devices.

g. UL 916 Energy Management

1.1.1.4 Factory Mutual (FM).

1.1.1.5 American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

1.1.1.6 National Electric Manufacturer’s Association (NEMA).

1.1.1.7 American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).

1.1.1.8 American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE).

1.1.1.9 Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA).

1.1.1.10 Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE).

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1.1.1.11 American Standard Code for Information Interchange (ASCII).

1.1.1.12 Electronics Industries Association (EIA).

1.1.1.13 Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

1.1.1.14 American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM).

1.1.1.15 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) including Part 15, Radio Frequency Devices.

1.1.1.16 Americans Disability Act (ADA)

1.1.1.17 Mystery CAN/ULC

a. CAN/ULC-S524 Installation Of Fire Alarm Systems

b. CAN/ULC-S537 Verification Of Fire Alarm Systems

c. CAN/ULC-S536 Inspection And Testing Of Fire Alarm Systems

1.2 SUBMITTALS

1.2.1 Government approval may be required on any of the following items. Items requiring submittals will be listed on the Submittal Register. Provide copies of all submittals per the requirements in Section 01 33 00, Submittal Procedures, or as listed on the Submittal Register.

1.2.1.1 33TShop Drawings

a. 33TDrawings

(1) At a minimum, submit the following:

(a) Facility Management System (FMS) network architecture diagrams including all nodes and interconnections.

(b) Schematics, sequences and flow diagrams.

(c) Points schedule for each real and virtual (software) point in the FMS, including: Tag, Point Type, System Name, Object Name, Expanded ID, Display Units, Node Type, Address, Cable Destination, Module Type, Terminal ID, Panel, Slot Number, Reference Drawing, and Cable Number.

(d) A sample of each Graphic Display screen type and associated menu penetrations to show hierarchy and functional interrelationships.

(e) A sample of each data visualization display type.

(f) Detailed Bill of Material list for each Node, identifying quantity, part number, description, and optional features.

(g) Control Damper Schedule including a separate line for each damper and a column for each of the damper attributes, including: Code Number, Fail Position, Damper Type, Damper Operator, Blade Type, Bearing Type, Seals, Duct Size, Damper Size, Mounting, and Actuator Type.

(h) Control Valve Schedules including a separate line for each valve and a column for each of the valve attributes: Code Number, Configuration, Fail Position, Pipe Size, Valve Size, Body Configuration, Close off Pressure, Capacity, Valve CV, Calculated CV, 23 09 23 (PAFB)-2

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Design Pressure, Actual Pressure, and Actuator Type.

(i) Room Schedule including a separate line for each VAV box and terminal unit indicating minimum/maximum CFM, pickup gain, box area, and bias setting.

(j) Details of all FMS interfaces and connections to the work of other trades.

b. 33TProduct Data

(1) Three copies of product data sheets for all products including software.

c. 33TOperation and Maintenance Data

d. 33TOperation Manual

(1) Copies shall be provided to the Owner's Representative upon completion of the project.

The entire Operation and Maintenance Manual shall be furnished on Compact Disc media, and include the following for the FMS provided:

(a) Table of contents.

(b) As-built system record drawings. Visio and AutoCAD record drawings shall represent the as-built condition of the system and incorporate all information supplied with the approved submittal.

(c) Manufacturers product data sheets for all products including software.

(d) System Operator’s manuals.

(e) Archive copy of all site-specific databases and sequences. FMS network diagrams.

(f) Wiring termination schedules.

(g) Interfaces to all third-party products and work by other trades.

(2) The Operation and Maintenance Manual CD shall be self-contained, and include all necessary software required to access the project record drawings and data sheets. A logically organized table of contents shall provide dynamic links to view and print all project record drawings and product data sheets. Viewer software shall provide the ability to display, zoom, and search all documents. The CD-ROM(s) shall contain adequate space for future system updates.

(3) On-line Documentation: After completion of all the tests and adjustments listed above, the contractor shall install the following information on the FMS:

(a) "AS-BUILT" drawing files.

(b) Detailed catalog data on all installed system components with address and phone number of factory repair service.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

1.3.1 Analog: A continuously variable system or value not having discrete levels. Typically exists within a defined range of limiting values.

1.3.1.1 Binary: A two-state system where an “ON” condition is represented by one discrete signal level and an “OFF” condition is represented by a second discrete signal level each separated by a defined deadband.

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1.3.1.2 Facility Management System (FMS): The total integrated system of fully operational and functional elements, including equipment, software, programming, and associated materials, to be provided by this Division FMS Contractor and to be interfaced to the associated work of other related trades.

1.3.1.3 Contractor: The single Contractor to provide the work of this Division. This Contractor shall be the primary manufacturer, installer, commissioner and ongoing service provider for the FMS work.

1.3.1.4 Control Sequence: An FMS pre-programmed arrangement of software algorithms, logical computation, target values and limits as required to attain the defined operational control objectives.

1.3.1.5 Direct Digital Control: The digital algorithms and pre-defined arrangements included in the FMS software to provide direct closed-loop control for the designated equipment and controlled variables. Inclusive of Proportional, Derivative and Integral control algorithms together with target values, limits, logical functions, arithmetic functions, constant values, timing considerations and the like.

1.3.1.6 FMS Network: The total digital on-line real-time interconnected configuration of FMS digital processing units, workstations, panels, sub-panels, controllers, devices and associated elements individually known as network nodes. May exist as one or more fully interfaced and integrated sub-networks, LAN, WAN or the like.

1.3.1.7 Node: A digitally programmable entity existing on the FMS network.

1.3.1.8 FMS Integration: The complete functional and operational interconnection and interfacing of all FMS work elements and nodes in compliance with all applicable codes, standards and ordinances so as to provide a single coherent FMS as required by this Division.

1.3.1.9 Provide: The term “Provide” and its derivatives when used in this Division shall mean to furnish, install in place, connect, calibrate, test, commission, warrant, document and supply the associated required services ready for operation.

1.3.1.10 PC: Personal Computer from a recognized major manufacturer.

1.3.1.11 Furnish: The term “Furnish” and its derivatives when used in this Division shall mean supply at the Contractor’s cost to the designated third party trade contractor for installation. Contractor shall connect furnished items to the FMS, calibrate, test, commission, warrant and document.

1.3.1.12 Wiring: The term “Wiring” and its derivatives when used in this Division shall mean provide the FMS wiring and terminations.

1.3.1.13 Install: The term “Install” and its derivatives when used in this Division shall mean receive at the jobsite and mount.

1.3.1.14 Protocol: The term “protocol” and its derivatives when used in this Division shall mean a defined set of rules and standards governing the on-line exchange of data between FMS network nodes.

1.3.1.15 Software: The term “software” and its derivatives when used in this Division shall mean all of

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Attachment 1 24 Feb 2015 programmed digital processor software, preprogrammed firmware and project specific digital process programming and database entries and definitions as generally understood in the FMS industry for real-time, on-line, integrated FMS configurations.

1.3.1.16 The use of words in the singular in these Division documents shall not be considered as limiting when other indications in these documents denote that more than one such item is being referenced.

1.3.1.17 Headings, paragraph numbers, titles, shading, bolding, underscores, clouds and other symbolic interpretation aids included in the Division documents are for general information only and are to assist in the reading and interpretation of these Documents. They do not form a formal part of the Documents and may not be consistent or complete in their use throughout the Documents.

1.4 33TFMS DESCRIPTION

1.4.1 Johnson Controls, Inc., Metasys® is currently the base-wide FMS on Peterson AFB. All equipment, software, programming, and associated materials provided shall be Johnson Controls products or shall be a fully compatible Metasys® equal.

1.4.2 The work of the Contractor shall be as defined individually and collectively in all Sections of this Division specifications together with the associated Point Sheets and Drawings and the associated interfacing work as referenced in the related documents as are listed in Part 1 of this Section.

1.4.3 The FMS work shall consist of the provision of all labor, materials, tools, equipment, software, software licenses, software configurations and database entries, interfaces, wiring, tubing, installation, labeling, engineering, calibration, documentation, samples, submittals, testing, commissioning, training services, permits and licenses, transportation, shipping, handling, administration, supervision, management, insurance, temporary protection, cleaning, cutting and patching, warranties, services, and items, even though these may not be specifically mentioned in these Division documents which are required for the complete, fully functional and commissioned FMS.

1.4.4 Provide a complete, neat and workmanlike installation. Use only manufacturer employees who are skilled, experienced, trained, and familiar with the specific equipment, software and configurations to be provided for this Project.

1.4.5 The control installer shall be a recognized national manufacturer, installer and service provider of FMS. Distributors, manufacturer’s representatives and wholesalers are not acceptable control installers for this project.

1.4.6 Manage and coordinate the FMS work in a timely manner in consideration of the Project schedules. Coordinate cooperatively with the associated work of other trades so as to assist the progress and not impede or delay the work of associated trades.

1.4.7 The FMS as provided shall incorporate, at minimum, the following integrated features, functions and services:

1.4.8 Operator information, alarm management and control functions.

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1.4.8.1 Enterprise-level information and control functions.

(1) Information management including monitoring, transmission, archiving, retrieval, and reporting functions.

(2) Diagnostic monitoring and reporting of FMS functions.

(3) Offsite monitoring and management.

(4) Energy management.

(5) Indoor Air Quality monitoring and control.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.5.1 General

1.5.1.1 The Facility Management System Contractor shall be the primary manufacturer-owned branch office that is regularly engaged in the engineering, programming, installation and service of total integrated Facility Management Systems of similar size, scope and complexity to the FMS specified in this Contract.

1.5.1.2 The control installer shall have a local branch facility within a 100-mile radius of the job site supplying complete maintenance and support services on a 24 hour, 7-day-a-week basis. This support facility shall have a spare parts inventory valued at a minimum of 10% of the contract value and all necessary test and diagnostic equipment required to install, commission and service the specified FMS.

1.5.1.3 As evidence and assurance of the contractor’s ability to support the Owner's system with service and parts, the contractor must have been in the FMS business for at least the last ten

(10) years and have successfully completed total projects of at least 10 times the value of this contract in each of the preceding five years.

1.5.1.4 The control installer shall demonstrate his financial ability to complete the project by including in the technical proposal, a letter from their surety company, attached with a power of attorney, stating that it will execute a performance bond and a labor and material bond in the penal sum of 150% of the bid amount upon an award of a contract to the bidder. The surety company must be licensed to do business in the state of the project and have a minimal AM Best rating of A minus.

1.5.1.5 The control installer shall be a recognized national manufacturer, installer and service provider of FMS. Distributors, manufacturer’s representatives and wholesalers will not be acceptable.

1.5.1.6 The Facility Management System architecture shall consist of the products of a manufacturer regularly engaged in the production of Facility Management Systems, and shall be the manufacturer’s latest standard of design at the time of Contract award.

1.5.1.7 The FMS software shall be updated to the latest currently available revision at the start of Warranty.

1.5.2 Quality Management Program

1.5.2.1 Provide a competent and experienced FMS Project Manager employed by the control installer.

The Project Manager shall be supported as necessary by other FMS Contractor employees in

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Attachment 1 24 Feb 2015 order to provide professional management service for the work. The Project Manger shall attend scheduled Project Meetings as required and shall be empowered to make technical, scheduling and related decisions on behalf of the FMS Contractor. At minimum, the Project Manager shall:

a. 32TManage32T the scheduling of the work to ensure that adequate materials, labor and other resources are available as needed.

b. Maintain the scheduling of the work and report monthly in writing to the Architect on progress.

c. Manage the financial aspects of the FMS Contract.

d. Coordinate with the FMS Site Supervisor and with the CO and other trades as necessary to maintain progress of the Contract.

e. Maintain a legible copy on-site of, at minimum, the following documentation:

(1) The FMS Contract Documents including all approved Change Orders.

(2) All FMS related written Requests For Information and responses.

(3) All approved Shop Drawings and other submittals.

(4) A copy of the FMS Contract Schedule.Primary FMS related correspondence and minutes.

(5) A record of daily on-site manpower deployment.

(6) Other records as pertinent and required by the Contract Documents.

1.6 33TWORK BY OTHERS

1.6.1 A typical demarcation of work and responsibilities between the control installer and other related trades are as outlined in the FMS RESPONSIBILITY MATRIX. The actual demarcation of work and responsibilities is to be established by the prime contractor and the sub-contractors.

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FMS RESPONSIBILITY MATRIX

WORK FURNISH INSTALL LowVolt.

WIRING/

TUBE

LINE

POWER

FMS low voltage and communication wiring FMS FMS FMS N/A

Controllers for VAV boxes FMS 23 FMS 26 FMS conduits and raceway FMS FMS FMS 26 Automatic dampers FMS 23 N/A N/A Manual valves 23 23 N/A N/A Automatic valves FMS 23 FMS 26 VAV Boxes 23 23 N/A N/A Pipe insertion devices and taps including thermowells, flow and pressure stations.

FMS 23 FMS 26

FMS Current Switches. FMS FMS FMS N/A FMS Control Relays FMS FMS FMS N/A Power distribution system monitoring interfaces 26 26 FMS 26 Control Air Compressors Concrete and/or inertia equipment pads and seismic bracing

23 23 N/A N/A

FMS interface with Chiller controls FMS FMS FMS 26 Chiller controls interface with FMS 23 FMS FMS 26 All FMS Nodes, equipment, housings, enclosures and panels.

FMS FMS FMS 26

Smoke Detectors 26 26 26 26 Fire/Smoke Dampers 23 23 FMS 26 Fire Dampers 23 23 N/A N/A Chiller Flow Switches 23 23 FMS 26 Boiler wiring 23 23 23 26 Water treatment system 23 23 23 26 VFDs 23 23 FMS 26 Refrigerant monitors 23 23 FMS 26 Isolation room monitors FMS FMS FMS 26 Fume hood controls 23 23 FMS 26 Medical gas panels 23 23 26 26 Laboratory Air Valves 23 23 FMS N/A Computer Room A/C Unit field-mounted controls 23 FMS FMS 26 Fire Alarm shutdown relay interlock wiring 26 26 26 26 Fire Alarm smoke control relay interlock wiring 26 26 FMS 26 Fireman’s Smoke Control Override Panel 26 26 26 26 Fan Coil Unit controls FMS FMS FMS 26 Hydronic Unit Heater controls FMS FMS FMS 26 Packaged RTU space mounted controls FMS FMS FMS 26 Packaged RTU unit mounted controls 23 23 FMS 26

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Cooling Tower Vibration Switches 23 23 26 26 Cooling Tower Level Control Devices 23 23 26 26 Cooling Tower makeup water control devices 23 23 26 26 Pool Dehumidification Unit Controls 23 23 FMS 26 Starters, HOA switches 26 26 FMS 26 Control damper actuators FMS FMS FMS 26

1.7 33TWARRANTY

1.7.1 Warranty work shall be per Division 1 and performed immediately if required by the status of the facility.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 FMS ARCHITECTURE

2.1.1 General

2.1.1.1 The FMS shall consist of a number of Nodes and associated equipment connected by industry standard network practices. All communication between Nodes shall be by digital means only.

2.1.1.2 The FMS network shall at minimum comprise of the following:

a. Operator Workstations – fixed and portable.

b. Network processing, data storage and communication equipment including file servers.

c. Routers, bridges, switches, hubs, modems and the like communications equipment.

d. Active processing Nodes including field panels.

e. Intelligent and addressable elements and end devices.Third-party equipment interfaces.

f. Other components required for a complete and working FMS.

2.1.1.3 The FMS shall be accessible via Enterprise Intranet and Internet browser with security protection for user access.

2.1.1.4 The PC Workstations, File servers and principal network equipment shall be standard products of recognized major manufacturers available through normal PC vendor channels.

2.1.1.5 Provide licenses for all software residing in the FMS system and transfer these licenses to the Owner prior to completion.

2.1.2 Network

2.1.2.1 The FMS shall incorporate a primary Tier 1 network. At the Contractor’s option, the FMS may also incorporate integrated secondary Tier 2 and tertiary Tier 3 networks.

a. The FMS Network shall utilize an open architecture capable of:

b. Utilizing standard Ethernet communications.

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c. Connecting via BACnet.

2.1.2.2 The FMS network shall support both copper and optical fiber communication media.

2.1.3 Third-Party Interfaces

2.1.3.1 The control installer shall integrate real-time data from systems supplied by other trades as required in Part 3.

2.1.3.2 The FMS system shall include necessary FMS hardware equipment and software to allow data communications between the FMS system and systems supplied by other trades.

2.1.3.3 The contractor supplying other systems will provide their necessary hardware and software and will cooperate fully with the control installer in a timely manner at their cost to ensure the complete data integration.

2.1.4 Power Fail / Auto Restart

2.1.4.1 Provide for the automatic orderly and predefined shutdown of parts or all of the FMS following total loss of power to parts or all of the FMS.

2.1.4.2 Provide for the automatic orderly and predefined startup of parts or all of the FMS following total loss of power to those parts or all of the FMS. Archive and annunciate time and details of restoration.

2.1.4.3 Provide for the orderly and predefined scheduling of controlled return to normal, automatically time scheduled, operation of controlled equipment as a result of the auto restart processes.

2.1.4.4 Maintain the FMS real-time clock operation during periods of power outage for a minimum of 72 hours.

2.1.5 Downloading and Uploading

2.1.5.1 Provide the capability to generate FMS software-based sequences, database items and associated operational definition information and user-required revisions to same on designated OWS, and the means to download same to the associated application AN.

2.1.5.2 Provide the capability to upload FMS operating software information, database items, sequences and alarms to the designated OWS with automatic archiving of same on the OWS.

2.1.5.3 The functions of this Part shall be governed by the codes, approvals and regulations applying to each individual FMS application.

2.2 OPERATOR WORKSTATION

2.2.1 The Operator Workstations (OWS) shall provide the primary means of communication with the FMS and shall be used for operations, engineering, management, audit, reporting and other related functions.

2.2.2 The OWS shall consist of fixed and or portable units as scheduled in Part 3 of this Specification.

The fixed units shall consist of installed PC-based configurations. The portable units shall consist

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Attachment 1 24 Feb 2015 of PC Laptop complete with display and communication arrangements with ANs.

2.2.3 Each fixed OWS shall, at minimum, consist of:

2.2.3.1 PC processor with word structure.

2.2.3.2 Hard drive or equal high-speed data storage.

2.2.3.3 Removable high-speed data storage and export device(s) such as Read/Write DVD ROM or equal.

2.2.3.4 Full ASCII keyboard and digital Mouse or equal pointing device.

2.2.3.5 Full color, flat screen VDU display unit, minimum 17 inches diagonal screen, minimum 1280 x 1024 resolution, 0.26 or better dot pitch and minimum 72 Hz refresh rate.

2.2.3.6 Printers as scheduled in Part 3 of this Specification. Printers shall be monochromatic or full color as scheduled and designed for the functional requirements and duty of the application.

2.2.4 All fixed OWS shall operate independently and concurrently without interference and under individual user password protection.

2.2.4.1 OWS functionality shall be individually definable by software means such that OWS may be designated for specific limited users and may also be readily re-designated to provide OWS back-up to other OWSs in the FMS.

2.2.4.2 Portable OWS shall operate under user password protection and using subsets of the fixed OWS programming arrangements with common point and device designations and designed to meet the application.

2.3 APPLICATION NOTES

2.3.1 General

2.3.1.1 The Application Specific Controller (ASC) shall include all monitoring, control and information Nodes including field panels.

2.3.1.2 ASC shall be programmable and governed by the requirements of their applicable codes, approvals and regulations.

2.3.1.3 The ASC shall be designed, packaged, installed, programmed and commissioned in consideration of their specific service and prevailing operating conditions. They shall be proven standard product of their original manufacturer and not a custom product for this Project.

2.3.1.4 A failure at an ASC shall not cause failures or non-normal operation at any other system ASC other than the possible loss of active real-time information from the failed AN.

2.3.1.5 Ancillary ASC equipment, including interfaces and power supplies, shall not be operated at more than 80% of their rated service capacity.

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2.3.2 HVAC Node

2.3.2.1 HVAC Node shall provide both standalone and networked direct digital control of HVAC systems.

2.3.2.2 A dedicated HVAC Node shall be configured and provided for each primary HVAC system (air handler, chiller, boiler) and each terminal HVAC system (VAV Box, Unit Heater, Fan Coil Unit, Cabinet Heater, Heat Pump, Fan Powered Box, CV Box)

2.3.2.3 Each HVAC Node shall be able to retain program, control algorithms, and setpoint information for at least 72 hours in the event of a power failure, and shall return to normal operation upon restoration of power.

2.3.2.4 Each HVAC Node shall report its communication status to the FMS. The FMS shall provide a system advisory upon communication failure and restoration.

2.3.2.5 For each primary HVAC system, provide means of indication of system performance and setpoints at, or adjacent to the HVAC Node.

2.3.2.6 For each primary HVAC system, provide a means to adjust setpoints and start/stop equipment at, or adjacent to the HVAC Node.

2.3.2.7 Provide a means to prevent unauthorized personnel form accessing setpoint adjustments and equipment control functions.

2.3.2.8 The HVAC Node shall provide the ability to download and upload configuration data, both locally at the Node and via the FMS communications network.

2.4 APPLICATION SOFTWARE

2.4.1 HVAC Application Software

2.4.1.1 Event Messaging: Provide for the automatic execution of user-defined messages on the occurrence of each predefined FMS real-time event including equipment/point status change, approaching limit or alarm, time of day and the like.

2.4.1.2 Indoor Air Quality: Provide monitoring of outside air, return air and supply air CO2 concentration, calculate and maintain fresh air requirements. Adjust outdoor air intake to ensure return air CO2 high level limit is not exceeded.

2.4.1.3 Optimum Start/Stop: Provide software to start equipment on a sliding schedule based upon indoor and outdoor conditions, to determine the minimum time of HVAC system operation needed to satisfy the space environmental requirements. The program shall also determine the earliest possible time to stop the mechanical systems. The optimum start/stop program shall operate in conjunction with, and be coordinated with, the scheduled start/stop and night setback programs.

2.4.1.4 Auto Alarm Lockout: Provide for scheduled and automatic lockout of alarm annunciation from equipment during non-normal operating conditions including shutdown, emergency power operation, fire alarm and the like.

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2.4.1.5 Demand Limiting: Provide software to limit excess utility charges caused by uncontrolled demand. Provide the ability to prioritize the demand limiting actions based on FMS system parameters.

2.4.1.6 System Restart: Upon restoration of the AC power to an HVAC Node, automatically restart all equipment and restore all loads to the state as required by the FMS. Provide appropriate time delays to prevent demand surges or overload trips.

2.4.1.7 Heavy Equipment Delays: The system shall provide protection against excessive demand situations during start-up periods by automatically introducing time delays between successive start commands to heavy electrical loads.

2.4.1.8 Runtime Totalization: Automatically sample, calculate and store runtime hours for binary input and output points as listed in the point schedule of this specification.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION PRACTICES

3.1.1 FMS Wiring

3.1.1.1 All conduit, wiring, accessories and wiring connections required for the installation of the Facility Management System shall be provided per Division 26 except as modified herein..

3.1.1.2 All FMS wiring materials and installation methods shall comply with FMS manufacturer recommendations.

3.1.1.3 The sizing type and provision of cable, conduit, cable trays, and trunking shall be the design responsibility of the Contractor. If complications arise, however, due to the incorrect selection of cable, cable trays, trunking and/or conduit by the Contractor, the Contractor shall be solely responsible for all costs incurred in replacing the selected components.

3.1.1.4 Class 2 Wiring

a. All Class 2 (24VAC or less) wiring shall be installed in conduit in all non-accessible and mechanical areas unless otherwise specified.

b. Conduit is not required for Class 2 wiring in concealed accessible locations. Class 2 wiring not installed in conduit shall be supported every 5’ from the building structure utilizing metal hangers designed for this application. Wiring shall be installed parallel to the building structural lines. All wiring shall be installed in accordance with local code requirements.

3.1.1.5 Class 2 signal wiring and 24VAC power can be run in the same conduit. Power wiring 120VAC and greater cannot share the same conduit with Class 2 signal wiring.

3.1.1.6 Perform circuit tests using qualified personnel only. Provide necessary instruments and equipment to demonstrate that:

a. All circuits are continuous and free from short circuits and grounds.

b. All circuits are free from unspecified grounds; that resistance to ground of all circuits is no less than 50 megaohms.

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c. All circuits are free from induced voltages.

3.1.1.7 Provide complete testing for all cables. Provide all equipment, tools, and personnel as necessary to conduct these tests.

3.1.1.8 Provide for complete grounding of all signal and communications cables, panels and equipment so as to ensure system integrity of operation. Ground cabling and conduit at the panel terminations. Avoid grounding loops

3.1.2 FMS Raceway

3.1.2.1 All wiring shall be installed in conduit or raceway except as noted elsewhere in this specification.

3.1.2.2 All conduits and raceways shall be installed level, plumb, at right angles to the building lines and shall follow the contours of the surface to which they are attached.

3.1.2.3 Flexible Metal Conduit shall be used for vibration isolation and shall be limited to 3 feet in length when terminating to vibrating equipment. Flexible Metal Conduit shall be UL listed.

3.1.3 Penetrations

3.1.3.1 All openings in fire proofed or fire stopped components shall be closed by using approved fire resistive sealant.

3.1.3.2 All wiring passing through penetrations, including walls, shall be in conduit or enclosed raceway.

3.1.3.3 Penetrations of floor slabs shall be by core drilling. All penetrations shall be plumb, true, and square.

3.1.3.4 No penetrations in structural elements shall be made without receipt of written approval from the CO.

3.1.4 FMS Identification Standards

3.1.4.1 Node Identification. All nodes shall be identified by a permanent label fastened to the outside of the enclosure. Labels shall be suitable for the node location.

3.1.4.2 Communication cable shall be color coded “Blue”.

3.1.4.3 Raceway Identification. All the covers to junction and pull boxes of the FMS raceways shall be painted with the appropriate color “Blue”.

3.1.4.4 Wire Identification. All low and line voltage FMS wiring shall be identified by a number, as referenced to the associated shop drawing and as-built drawing, at each end of the conductor or cable. Identification number shall be permanently secured to the conductor or cable and shall be typed.

3.1.5 FMS Node Installation

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3.1.5.1 The FMS panels and cabinets shall be located as indicated at an elevation of not less than 2 feet from the bottom edge of the panel to the finished floor. Each cabinet shall be anchored per the manufacturer’s recommendations.

3.1.5.2 The FMS contractor shall be responsible for coordinating panel locations with other trades.

3.1.6 Input Devices

3.1.6.1 All Input devices shall be installed per the manufacturer recommendation

3.1.6.2 Locate components of the FMS in accessible local control panels wherever possible.

3.1.7 HVAC Input Devices – General

3.1.7.1 All Input devices shall be installed per the manufacturer recommendation

3.1.7.2 Locate components of the FMS in accessible local control panels wherever possible.

3.1.7.3 The contractor shall coordinate all in-line devices such as temperature wells, pressure taps, duct smoke detectors, airflow stations, etc.

3.1.7.4 Input Flow measuring Devices shall be installed in strict accordance with ASME Guidelines affecting non-standard approach conditions.

3.1.7.5 Outside Air Sensors

a. Sensors shall be mounted on the North wall to minimize solar radiant heat impact or located in a continuous intake flow adequate to monitor outside air conditions accurately.

b. Sensors shall be installed with a rain proof, perforated cover.

3.1.7.6 Water Differential Pressure Transmittor (DPT)

a. Differential pressure transmitters used for flow measurement shall be sized to the flow-sensing device.

b. Differential pressure transmitters shall be supplied with tee fittings and shut-off valves in the high and low sensing pick-up lines.

c. The transmitters shall be installed in an accessible location.

d. Install with straight runs of pipe up and downstream of DPT sensor as require by manufacture.

e. Install with shut off valves for isolation.

f. Medium to High Differential Water Pressure Applications (Over 21" w.c.): Air bleeds units, bypass valves and compression fittings shall be provided.

3.1.7.7 Building Differential Air Pressure Applications (-1" to +1" w.c.):

a. Transmitters exterior sensing tip shall be installed with a shielded static air probe to reduce pressure fluctuations caused by wind.

b. The interior tip shall be inconspicuous and located as shown on the drawings.

3.1.7.8 Air Flow Measuring Station (AFMS):

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a. Where the stations are installed in insulated ducts, the airflow passage of the station shall be the same size as the inside airflow dimension of the duct.

b. Install with straight runs of ductwork up and down stream of AFMS as required by manufacture.

3.1.7.9 Duct Temperature Sensors:

a. Duct mount sensors shall mount in an electrical box through a hole in the duct and be positioned so as to be easily accessible for repair or replacement.

b. The sensors shall be insertion type and constructed as a complete assembly including lock nut and mounting plate.

c. For ductwork greater in any dimension than 48 inches or where air temperature stratification exists such as a mixed air plenum, utilize an averaging sensor. The sensor shall be mounted to suitable supports using factory approved element holders.

3.1.7.10 Space Sensors:

a. Shall be mounted per ADA requirements.

b. Provide lockable tamper-proof covers in public areas and/or where indicated on the plans

3.1.7.11 Low Temperature Limit Switches:

a. Install on the discharge side of the first water or steam coil in the air stream, no less than 6 inches from the bottom or side of the coil.

b. Mount element horizontally across duct in a serpentine pattern insuring each square foot of coil is protected by 1 foot of sensor.

c. For large duct areas where the sensing element does not provide full coverage of the air stream, provide additional switches as required to provide full protection of the air stream.

3.1.7.12 Air Differential Pressure Status Switches:

a. Install with static pressure tips, tubing, fittings, and air filter.

3.1.7.13 Current Transmitter:

a. Install on load side of contactor. Must be adjustable from 1 to 135 amps.

3.1.8 HVAC Output Devices

3.1.8.1 All output devices shall be installed per the manufacturers recommendation. The contractor shall install all in-line devices such as control valves, dampers, etc.

3.1.8.2 Actuators: All control actuators shall be sized capable of closing against the maximum system shut-off pressure. The actuator shall modulate in a smooth fashion through the entire stroke.

Output signal shall be 0 to 10 volts DC, 4 to 20 mA or 24 volt AC incremental.

3.1.8.3 Control Dampers: Shall be opposed blade for modulating control of airflow. Parallel blade dampers shall be installed for two position applications. Control signal shall be 0 to 10 volts DC, 4 to 20 mA or 24 volt AC incremental.

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3.1.8.4 Control Valves: Shall be sized for proper flow control with equal percentage valve plugs. The maximum pressure drop for water applications shall be 5 PSI. The maximum pressure drop for steam applications shall be 7 PSI. Control signal shall be 0 to 10 volts DC, 4 to 20 mA or 24 volt AC incremental.

3.1.8.5 Electronic Signal Isolation Transducers: Whenever an analog output signal from the Facility Management System is to be connected to an external control system as an input (such as a chiller control panel), or is to receive as an input a signal from a remote system, provide a signal isolation transducer. Signal isolation transducer shall provide ground plane isolation between systems. Signals shall provide optical isolation between controllers.

3.1.8.6 When any pneumatic actuator is sequenced with another device, pilot positioners shall be installed to allow for proper sequencing.

3.1.8.7 Air Piping Installation

a. General Installation Practices

(1) Number-coded tubing shall be used throughout with coding readily identifiable at points of control and equipment, coding of each line to a controller or equipment shall be different.

(a) Tubing shall be installed so that it can be removed without damage or alterations to the building structure.

(b) Connections to instruments shall be made so that disconnect and removal of each individual instrument can be made without distortion of tubing.

(c) Instrument piping and tubing shall be installed so that there is sufficient space around the equipment for servicing and adjustment.

(d) Branch airlines from high-pressure air headers shall be valved at the point of connection to the air header.

(e) Air piping shall be run horizontally level and vertically plumb and parallel to building lines.

(f) Care should be exercised in the installation of pipe, tubing, and fittings to see that no dirt or foreign matter is present in the system.

(g) No airlines shall be concealed under or within duct insulation or acoustic lining. The use of wire or tape to support air piping will not be permitted.

(h) Air tubing in finished areas shall be run concealed.

(i) Test metallic air piping at 150 psig air pressure, and nonmetallic air tubing at 40-psig air pressure, sustained for 4 hours.

3.2 TRAINING

3.2.1 The FMS contractor shall provide the following training services:

3.2.2 Maximum of one day of on-site orientation by a field engineer who is fully knowledgeable of the specific installation details of the project when required by the SOW. This orientation shall, at a minimum, consist of a review of the project as-built drawings, the FMS software layout and naming conventions, and a walk through of the facility to identify panel and device locations.

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3.2.3 Factory training for two owner representatives in a factory training lab. This training shall be performed by a factory-certified professional trainer and, at a minimum, shall consist of:

a. Two days training covering basic system operation.

b. One day training covering system reporting and alarm management.

c. One day training of scheduling and point trending.

3.2.4 The owner representatives shall be issued Continuing Education Credits (C.E.U.s) for the factory training.

3.3 COMMISSIONING

3.3.1 Fully commissioning of all aspects of the Facility Management System shall be accomplished.

All appropriate work shall be coordinated with Section 23 08 00.10.

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