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SECTION 11605 - LABORATORY EQUIPMENT

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including Sections A through M of the Contract and other Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the following:

1. Autoclave B. Connection of Equipment to building utilities by Division 15 and 16.

C. Drawings and Specifications outline the design intent and the general requirements of laboratory equipment. Construction details and component specifications for each product are not complete. Equipment furnished shall be complete for the intended function and operation.

1.3 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Division 1 – Section 01230 OPTIONS – for the addition of the “Chilled Water Recirculation (Conservation System) GP24” or equal.

B. Division 15 - Mechanical and Plumbing: Rough-ins, controls, and final connections.

C. Division 16 - Electrical: Rough-ins and final connections.

1.4 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. Underwriter's Laboratories, Inc. (UL).

B. National Electric Code (NEC)

C. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

D. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

E. Industrial Ventilation Manual 17th Edition, or newer.

F. American Society of Heating Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers, Inc. (ASHRAE)

G. As applicable to individual equipment.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Refer to Section 01330 for procedures.

B. Submit complete list of materials plus manufacturer's brochures, data sheets and product manuals indicating sizes, anchorage methods, desired clearances, and utility locations for each item of Work specified in this section.

C. Shop drawings for equipment requiring coordination with other portions of the Work. Show sizes, included items, fastening methods, and mounting techniques. Indicate type, size, and location of backing material for installation by other portions of this Work. Furnish installation drawings indicating rough-ins for plumbing, wiring, piping, ventilating, and service requirements.

D. Provide detailed drawings and calculations of seismic anchorage systems stamped and signed by a registered Structural Engineer.

E. Submit the following quality control documents:

1. Written verification that equipment is: installed per applicable and referenced codes and standards; adjusted and balanced per manufacturer's design operations and specifications; and is complete and ready for intended function.

2. Written certification that manufactured finish complies with specified criteria.

F. Provide Operations and Maintenance Manuals per Section 01730 for each equipment type/model that describe operating procedures, maintenance (including tear down), replacement schedules, components parts list, and nearest local factory representative (include phone number) for components and emergency repairs. Provide a minimum of three complete manuals of each, bound and indexed.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Requirements may differ from manufacturer's standard product. Make modifications necessary to comply with requirements.

B. Design is based upon manufacturer's model first listed. Modifications to the design and installed Work may be necessary, at no cost to the government or design team, if other listed or non-listed items are accepted and utilized.

C. For fabrication and installation of Work, use personnel who are trained and experienced with the specified equipment and with the required number of apprentices.

D. Equipment may be inspected by government's representative at the manufacturer's plant prior to shipment. Equipment found not to be in accordance with Specifications and approved drawings may be rejected. Rejected equipment must be corrected or replaced at no change in Contract amount.

1.7 PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Deliver each item in manufacturer's packaging and crating with contents clearly identified and properly marked.

B. Store and handle each item to prevent damage. Provide temporary skids under items weighing more than 150 pounds.

C. Use means necessary to protect equipment before, during, and after installation. Protect the installed Work and materials of other trades during installation of this Work.

D. In the event of damage, immediately make repairs and/or replacements necessary to the satisfaction of the government's Representative and at no additional cost to the government.

1.8 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Review surfaces and conditions under which equipment is to be installed. Verify measurement of space for equipment and means of access for installation. Verify that service rough-ins and backing plates are in place. Report to government's representative in writing, items that may be detrimental to equipment or equipment operation.

1.9 COORDINATION

A. Work in this section requires close coordination with Work in electrical and mechanical sections. Coordinate Work to assure an orderly progress in the project, without removal of previously installed Work, and to prevent damage to finishes and products.

1.10 WARRANTY

A. In addition to Section 01600, furnish a written warranty covering structural failure, warping, and finish integrity of materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of Substantial Completion.

1.11 MAINTENANCE SERVICE

A. Cost of maintenance agreement shall be a separate line item and not factored into the cost of equipment. The vendor shall guarantee that the government will receive no adverse treatment regarding parts if the government chooses not to purchase the maintenance agreement.

B. Equipment supplier shall provide a technical response (actual presence or by phone) within 4 hours or the service call will be provided at no cost to the government.

C. Equipment supplier shall provide diagnostic equipment necessary for maintenance.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1

MATERIALS

D. General:

1. Provide equipment complete with necessary supports, anchorages, stands, gages, valves, parts, and accessories required for a complete operating installation.

2. Provide each item of equipment with internal electrical services necessary for proper operation including wiring, conduit, boxes, raceways, fittings, lamps, switches, device plates, etc., sized for single point connection to building services, complying with requirements of NEC and bearing UL labeling as required.

3. Provide each item of equipment with mechanical and plumbing services necessary for proper operation including piping, fittings, ductwork, troughs, accessories, and materials, installed for easy access and connection to respective building service.

4. Provide each item of equipment fully finished by manufacturer with no additional finish or painting required after installation.

2.2

IDENTIFICATION AND RESPONSIBILITY

E. Laboratory Equipment is specified with corresponding symbols designating responsibility which have the following meanings:

C.F.C.I.

Contractor furnished – Contractor installed.

G.F.C.I.

Government furnished – Contractor installed.

G.F.G.I

Government furnished – Government installed

F. Refer to drawings for equipment locations.

1. Government furnished contractor installed products.

2. Government’s responsibilities.

3. Arrange and deliver government reviewed and supplied product, data, and samples, to contractor.

4. Deliver supplier’s bill of materials to contractor.

5. Contractor’s responsibilities:

6. Designate delivery date for each product in the progress schedule.

7. Review government provided product data and samples. Prepare shop drawings per Part 1.5.D. of this specification section. Submit to contracting officer with notification of any discrepancies or installation conflicts with other portions of the work.

8. Pick up the product from government designated location on campus; transport and unload products at site, inspect for completeness or damage jointly with government.

9. Protect products from exposure to elements and damage.

10. Handle, install, and finish products.

11. Repair or replace items damaged after receipt at no cost to the government.

2.3

EQUIPMENT

G. Autoclave – Type ‘A’

1. Primus Model PSS5-A-MSSD, 20” x 20” x 38” chamber. Three (3) required.

a. Single Door – GDA.

b. One (1) Recessed one wall – GCA. Service and equipment side is on the right side.

c. Two (2) with Panels both sides and top – GCD and GCE. One (1) with service on the left side and one (1) with service on the right side.

d. Steam Source – House supply. The steam will be supplied at 75 to 100 psi.

e. Controls – PSS500 Control GC6.

f. 304L Stainless Steel Fully Jacketed Vessel.

g. Rectangular chamber.

h. Sliding Door.

i. Pri-Mirror finish. A mirror finish of <10 Micro Inches Ra.

j. Standard thermal Printer – GR7.

k. Seismic Restraints – GV8.

l. Loading Cart – None.

H. Autoclave – Type ‘B’

1. Primus Model PSS5-B-MSSD, 26” x 26” x 39” chamber. One (1) required.

a. Single Door – GDA.

b. Recessed one wall – GCA.

c. Service and Equipment side – Left Side.

d. Steam Source – House supply. The steam will be supplied at 75 to 100 psi.

e. Controls – PSS500 Control GC6.

f. 304L Stainless Steel Fully Jacketed Vessel.

g. Rectangular chamber.

h. Sliding Door.

i. Pri-Mirror finish. A mirror finish of <10 Micro Inches Ra.

j. Standard thermal Printer – GR7.

k. Seismic Restraints – GV8.

l. Loading Cart – GL4.

2. Cycles

a. Gravity Air-Displacement Cycle.

b. Vacuum Cycles.

c. Liquids Cycles.

d. Test Cycle.

3. Standards and Approvals

a. The following industry, association and government codes and standards shall be followed as applicable to the design, fabrication, assembly and testing of the sterilizer:

1) UL Listed

2) ASME Code, Section VIII, Division 1 for unfired pressure vessels and is so stamped.

3) Calculation shall comply with Title 24 of the California Administrative Code.

4) ASTM Spec A240 for stainless steel.

5) FDA

6) ISO 9001:2000, ISO 13485-20003.

4. Sterilizer Construction - Design And Fabrication

a. The chamber, weldments, doors, and jacket shall be designed to meet the requirements in design, materials, and construction of the ASME Boiler AND PRESSURE VESSEL CODE (Section VIII, division 1 of the applicable document). The vessel shall be stamped, and a signed copy of the ASME form shall be furnished by Primus Sterilizers when requested.

b. Vessel Identification: The autoclave vessel shall have one accessible information plate permanently fasted, and shall provide the following information:

1) Name and address of the manufacturer

2) Serial Number or other unit identification

3) Maximum Pressure and Temperature rating

4) Stamp of the inspection authority

5. Vessel Construction

a. The chamber, jacket, and doors shall be constructed to maintain the specified operating pressure and temperatures.

b. The inner chamber shall be designed to withstand operation from full vacuum to 36 psig, (2.5 Bar).

c. The inner chamber floor shall be furnished with appropriate number of chamber drains (removable strainers included) to facilitate drainage.

d. The pressure vessel will be constructed of non-laminated stainless steel plate.

e. Baffles: The sterilizer chamber shall be equipped with baffled steam inlet. The internal chamber steam baffling of 316 stainless steel shall be designed to direct condensate to the chamber floor drain to minimize load wetting by direct impingement on the load by condensate, and help assure proper steam temperature distribution in the chamber.

f. Shell Insulation: The sterilizer jacket shall be covered with 1” thick asbestos-free, fiberglass foil-backed insulation on both sides, sealed with hi-temp duct tape and strapped to the shell.

g. ASME Safety Valve: The vessel shall be provided with and ASME (approved and so stamped) safety valve. The valve shall be set at the required relief pressure of the vessel. The valve shall be sealed so that the setting cannot be sized so that pressure in the vessel will not rise more than 10 percent over the set pressure.

6. Door

a. The door shall be a sliding door. The door shall be designed to lock automatically when chamber pressure is positive and to unlock only when pressure is reduced to approximately atmospheric; locking mechanism shall use pressurized silicone gasket against inner door surface.

b. An inherently safe design, counterbalanced vertically operating door will be operable with minimal hand pressure and will operate within the overall dimensions of the sterilizer frame. In open position, the insulated door will be secured behind a panel preventing the operator contact with hot surfaces. An interlock will prevent cycle start unless door is closed and locked. The door exterior shall be covered with polished stainless steel panel. The door shall be equipped for manual opening and closing by a low heat-conducting handle, and shall be arranged such the door can not be opened while chamber is pressurized.

c. Door Safety: The sterilizer door(s) shall be designed with several redundant/independent mechanical and control features that provide safety. Redundancy shall insure that the failure of any one feature does not result in a sterilizer failure. The door design shall meet all the requirements of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII (Unfired Pressure Vessels), Division 1, Paragraph OG-35 (Quick-Acting Closures).

d. Door Safety Features: The following minimum autoclave door safety features shall be supplied:

e. Visual Door Engagement

1) Door engagement shall be clearly visible to the operator allowing for confirmation of closure before beginning every cycle.

f. Operator Chamber Gauge

1) To comply with ASME Code a chamber pressure gauge is provided and is accessible to the operator.

g. Control Lockout Switch

1) Door limit switch shall inform the control when the door is fully closed and locked. Cycles shall not start without this signal. If the signal is lost during a cycle, a warning message will be flashed on the screen and the operator will be prompted to abort the cycle. Total control failure shall still leave all mechanical safety features intact.

h. Mechanical Steam Pressure Lock

1) Steam pressure shall force a silicone gasket against the inner surface of the sterilizer door effectively locking the door into closed position.

i. Door Seal

1) Pressure shall not be built up unless the door is pressed firmly against the sealing surface, which shall insure the door is fully engaged in the frame.

7. Mounting

a. The sterilizer shall be supported on a steel stand, appropriately coated for corrosion protection. The stand shall be designed to meet Seismic, Title 24 (Division T-17 pf Part 60 Zone 4, California Administrative Code.

b. A stainless steel panel (fascia) and door cover shall be provided on the front of the sterilizer. Fascia design to cover opening in wall. No side panels are needed as sterilizer is recess mounted.

8. Control System

a. The control shall be fabricated using state of the art microcomputer technology. The control shall utilize printed circuit boards (Controls and Printer), and quartz-crystal based timing devices with touch pad switches for inputs. A Resistive thermal probe shall be provided in chamber drain line to sense and control variations in temperature; also strain-gauge-type pressure transducers to measure chamber pressure, jacket pressure, atmospheric pressure and vacuum shall be provided. All process signals shall be converted into electrical impulses to provide accurate controller inputs and readouts throughout the entire cycle. The microcomputer shall be programmed to monitor and control all phases of steam cycles.

b. Mounting: The control panel with input keys and display shall be mounted adjacent to chamber. If required, a remote mount is also available. The control panel shall not be installed over the chamber door.

c. Operator Interface: The control panel shall be provided with a digital display and input keys. The printout shall show sterilizer status, time of day, cycle times, temperature and pressure, and any warnings or instructional messages.

d. Cycle Selection: A minimum of eight (8) default cycles shall be programmable by the operator. These cycles shall be selectable from the control panel. The control shall provide operator with capability to change the following cycle parameters from the front panel:

1) Sterilize time

2) Sterilize temperature

3) Dry time values

4) Pre and Post cycle conditioning phases

e. Service Adjustments & Special Features: The following factory settings shall be adjustable:

1) Units:

2) Times – Standard AM/PM

3) Temperature – Degree F or C

4) Pressure – PSIG

5) Languages – English

6) Functions:

a) Buzzer for cycle complete

b) Under temperature recovery

c) Resume/Restart timing

d) Utility startup and shutdown

e) Turn on and off condensate valve time

f) Conditioning valve time

g) Enable/Disable alarms

h) Turn printer on/off

i) Print interval

j) Printing of complete unit control configuration

f. Cycle Start and Abort: At the discretion of the operator, any cycle shall be terminated by using an abort sequence, which shall automatically advance the cycle to the appropriate exhaust phase.

g. Battery Backup: An internal battery back-up shall be provided to protect all cycle program memory for up to ten (10) years. The back-up system shall ensure that the system can retain cycle memory in case of power failure. Once power returns, the event shall be recorded as a printed message and will flash on digital display and shall restart cycle automatically.

9. Printer

a. Character: The printer shall have a 32 characters per line printer. The printer shall record data at the beginning and end of each cycle, at all transition points, and at selected print intervals during the exposure phase.

b. Printout: Printouts shall supply a record with the following information:

1) Cycle Name

2) Cycle start Time and Date

3) Cycle Type

4) Chamber Temperature

5) Chamber Pressure

c. Cycle Summary.

10. Alarms

a. The following minimum cycle alarms shall be provided:

1) Cycle Over Buzzer; when a cycle ends, the sterilizer buzzer will sound for one minute or until the door is opened.

b. Recycle Alarm

1) The “Recycle Alarm,” when enabled, causes the buzzer to sound for thirty seconds when the chamber temperature drops below the sterilization temperature setting during the “sterilize” phase of a cycle. The recycle message will always be printed.

c. Over Temperature Alarm

1) When enabled, causes the buzzer to sound for thirty seconds if the temperature in chamber exceeds the sterilizing temperature setting by the over temperature amount.

d. Over Pressure Alarm

1) When enabled, causes the buzzer to sound for thirty seconds if the pressure in the chamber exceeds the chamber pressure setting by the over pressure amount.

e. Over Vacuum Alarm

1) When enabled, causes the buzzer to sound for thirty seconds of the vacuum in chamber exceeds the vacuum setting by the over vacuum amount.

f. Time Limit Alarm

1) When enabled, causes the buzzer to sound for thirty seconds if the time to achieve a specific temperature, pressure, or vacuum exceeds the associated temperature, pressure or vacuum alarm time limits.

g. Chamber Drain Probe Failure

1) If the chamber temperature reading is zero or greater than 140 degrees C (290 degrees F) a component failure alarm shall occur. When a component failure alarm occurs, all valves shall be disabled. If alarm occurs, operator intervention shall be required.

h. Jacket/Chamber Flood Switch

1) When water builds up in the Jacket of Chamber, this switch sends an electrical signal to the controller board and a warning message flashes on the digital display. If a flood condition is detected while the sterilizer is running a cycle this warning message is accompanied by an audible alarm and the cycle are aborted.

11. Calibration

a. Software calibration shall be provided for all sensor circuits.

12. Cycle Safeguard

a. Door/cycle: Cycle shall not begin unless door is closed and locked.

b. Incorrect entry: Control shall reject incorrect cycle parameters.

c. Process Gauges: Chamber gauges shall be provided on the operating end of the autoclave. The chamber gauge pressure shall be displayed in psig increments. Chamber vacuum shall be displayed in Hg.

d. Water conservation through the use of a temperature switch controlled water mixing valve will be provided to minimize water usage and cool effluent prior to entering building drain system.

13. Piping

a. Drying System: A water ejector shall be provided and the microcomputer program shall monitor selectable time for load drying. Air shall be drawn and filtered through a bacteria retentive filter. The filtered air shall entrain and conduct vapor and doors to the drain. At conclusion of drying phase, admitting ambient air through bacteria-retentive filter shall relieve the chamber vacuum.

b. Air inlet filter: The air inlet filter used for vacuum break, shall be a bacterial retentive air filter 0.2-micron minimum. The air filter shall have replaceable type element.

c. Effluent Disposal: The output of the waste line shall direct the cooled condensate to the facility drain.

d. Steam to Jacket/Chamber Piping: The sterilizer jacket shall be valved and trapped to regulate sterilizer for operation on steam from building line delivered at 40-60 psig, dynamic. The piping shall be brass and include steam strainer, shutoff valve and pressure regulator.

e. Suspended Piping: Piping shall be constructed using the most logical placement of valves, electrical components, and sensor locations conducive to efficient operation of the designed equipment.

f. Valves: Steam, water, and exhaust valves shall be electrically operated solenoid type valves with industry standard hard-wired connections. Check valves shall be swing and or cone type.

g. Chamber Instrumentation Access: One validation port shall be provided in the chamber wall for insertion of instrumentation such as an RTD or thermocouple probe.

h. Steam Bleed: To help assure even chamber temperature distribution, a continuous steam flow across the chamber temperature control Resistive Thermal Probe shall be provided.

i. Steam Purge: The steam purge features shall be provided to help in air removal and assure saturated steam conditions are achieved prior to the exposure phase of the cycle.

14. Sensors

a. Pressure: The chamber, jacket, and atmospheric pressure sensors shall be absolute pressure type transducers, mounted appropriately. The pressure resolution shall be 0.1 psig.

b. Temperature: The chamber temperature probe shall be a resistive thermal probe temperature detector, located in the chamber drain line, with constant bleed bypass. The temperature resolution shall be 0.1 degree C.

15. Generator

a. There is no generator with a steam-powered sterilizer.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1

PREPARATION

I. Prior to start of Work examine surfaces and areas to receive laboratory equipment and verify that surfaces are clean, dry and that preparatory Work is complete.

J. Proceed with Work when conditions will permit Work to be installed in complete accordance with the original design, accepted submittals, and the manufacturer's printed instruction.

3.2

INSTALLATION

K. Install equipment in accordance with accepted submittals, as necessary for the intended function, and as a complete operating system.

1. Install per manufacturers engineered seismic anchorage details.

2. Prepare for final connection of equipment to mechanical and electrical Work by others, unless otherwise noted.

3. Install in locations shown.

L. Install equipment square, level, consistent with best practice for installation of this type of laboratory equipment, and as indicated.

3.3

FIELD TESTING

M. Equipment shall be tested and certified per Item 1.5F.

N. Instruct government's Maintenance Personnel in proper operation and maintenance of equipment.

O. Deliver operation and maintenance manuals.

3.4

ADJUSTING AND CLEANING

P. Adjust equipment and services to operate correctly and smoothly without warp or bind. Lubricate operating parts as recommended by manufacturer.

Q. Clean and polish exposed surfaces in accordance with manufacturer's instruction.

R. Touch up and restore any factory finishes partially damaged or defaced during delivery, relocation, and installation. Repair or remove and replace defective work as approved by the government's Representative at no additional cost to the government.

3.5

TRAINING

S. Provide factory training for up to six people in proper use and maintenance of equipment.

T. Provide a hands-on, start-up session with supplier, maintenance personnel, and end users. There shall be a separate operational session and maintenance session.

3.6

PROTECTION

U. Units shall be protected after installation during remainder of construction.

END OF SECTION 11605

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