152732.00 SECTION 102600

WALL AND DOOR PROTECTION

WALL AND DOOR PROTECTION 102600-1

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Corner guards.

2. Abuse-resistant wall coverings.

B. Related Sections:

1. Section 017419 “Construction Waste Management” for recycling & disposal requirements.

1.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of product.

1. Include construction details, material descriptions, impact strength, dimensions of individual components and profiles, and finishes.

B. Shop Drawings: For each impact-resistant wall protection unit showing locations and extent.

Include sections, details, and attachments to other work.

1. For installed products indicated to comply with design loads, include structural analysis data signed and sealed by the qualified professional engineer responsible for their preparation.

C. Samples for Verification: For each type of exposed finish required, prepared on Samples of size indicated below. Include Samples of accent strips to verify color selected.

1. Corner Guards: 12 inches (300 mm) long. Include examples of joinery, corners, end caps, top caps, and field splices.

2. Abuse-Resistant Wall Covering: 6 by 6 inches (150 by 150 mm) square.

1.4 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Material Certificates: For each impact-resistant plastic material, from manufacturer.

B. Material Test Reports: For each impact-resistant plastic material.

C. Warranty: Sample of special warranty.

1.5 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Maintenance Data: For each impact-resistant wall protection unit to include in maintenance manuals.

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1. Include recommended methods and frequency of maintenance for maintaining optimum condition of plastic covers under anticipated traffic and use conditions. Include precautions against using cleaning materials and methods that may be detrimental to plastic finishes and performance.

1.6 MAINTENANCE MATERIAL SUBMITTALS

A. Furnish extra materials that match products installed and that are packaged with protective covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.

1. Corner-Guard Covers: Full-size plastic covers of maximum length equal to 2 percent of each type, color, and texture of units installed, but no fewer than two of each length unit used.

B. Include mounting and accessory components. Replacement materials shall be from same production run as installed units.

1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Store impact-resistant wall protection units in original undamaged packages and containers inside well-ventilated area protected from weather, moisture, soiling, extreme temperatures, and humidity.

1. Maintain room temperature within storage area at not less than 70 deg F (21 deg C) during the period plastic materials are stored.

2. Keep plastic sheet material out of direct sunlight.

3. Store plastic wall protection components for a minimum of 72 hours, or until plastic material attains a minimum room temperature of 70 deg F (21 deg C).

a. Store corner-guard covers in a vertical position.

1.8 WARRANTY

A. Special Warranty: Manufacturer's standard form in which manufacturer agrees to repair or replace components of impact-resistant wall protection units that fail in materials or workmanship within specified warranty period.

1. Failures include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. Structural failures.

b. Deterioration of plastic and other materials beyond normal use.

2. Warranty Period: Five years from date of Substantial Completion.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. Source Limitations: Obtain wall- and door-protection products of each type from single source from single manufacturer.

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2.2 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Surface Burning Characteristics: Comply with ASTM E 84 or UL 723; testing by a qualified testing agency. Identify products with appropriate markings of applicable testing agency.

1. Flame-Spread Index: 25 or less.

2. Smoke-Developed Index: 450 or less.

B. Regulatory Requirements: Comply with applicable provisions in the U.S. Architectural & Transportation Barriers Compliance Board's ADA-ABA Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities and ICC A117.1.

2.3 CORNER GUARDS

A. Surface-Mounted, Resilient, Plastic Corner Guards: Manufacturer's standard, PVC-free assembly consisting of snap-on, resilient plastic cover installed over retainer; including mounting hardware; fabricated with 90- or 135-degree turn to match wall condition.

1. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide product indicated on Drawings or comparable product by one of the following:

a. Construction Specialties, Inc.

b. IPC Door and Wall Protection Systems; Division of InPro Corporation.

c. Korogard Wall Protection Systems; a division of RJF International Corporation.

2.4 ABUSE-RESISTANT WALL COVERINGS

A. Abuse-Resistant Sheet Wall Covering: Fabricated from semirigid plastic sheet wall-covering material.

1. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide product indicated on Drawings or comparable product by one of the following:

a. Construction Specialties, Inc.

b. IPC Door and Wall Protection Systems; Division of InPro Corporation.

c. Korogard Wall Protection Systems; a division of RJF International Corporation.

2.5 MATERIALS

A. Plastic Materials: Chemical- and stain-resistant, high-impact-resistant plastic with integral color throughout; extruded and sheet material as required, thickness as indicated.

B. Polycarbonate Plastic Sheet: ASTM D 6098, S-PC01, Class 1 or Class 2, abrasion resistant;

with a minimum impact-resistance rating of 15 ft.-lbf/in. (800 J/m) of notch when tested according to ASTM D 256, Test Method A.

C. Fasteners: Aluminum, nonmagnetic stainless-steel, or other noncorrosive metal screws, bolts, and other fasteners compatible with items being fastened. Use security-type fasteners where exposed to view.

D. Adhesive: As recommended by impact-resistant plastic wall protection manufacturer and with a VOC content of 50 g/L or less when calculated according to 40 CFR 59, Subpart D (EPA Method 24).

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2.6 FABRICATION

A. Fabricate wall and door protection according to requirements indicated for design, performance, dimensions, and member sizes, including thicknesses of components.

B. Factory Assembly: Assemble components in factory to greatest extent possible to minimize field assembly. Disassemble only as necessary for shipping and handling.

C. Quality: Fabricate components with uniformly tight seams and joints and with exposed edges rolled. Provide surfaces free of wrinkles, chips, dents, uneven coloration, and other imperfections. Fabricate members and fittings to produce flush, smooth, and rigid hairline joints.

2.7 FINISHES

A. Protect finishes on exposed surfaces from damage by applying a strippable, temporary protective covering before shipping.

B. Appearance of Finished Work: Noticeable variations in same piece are not acceptable.

Variations in appearance of adjoining components are acceptable if they are within the range of approved Samples and are assembled or installed to minimize contrast.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine substrates and wall areas, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance of work.

B. Examine walls to which impact-resistant wall protection will be attached for blocking, grounds, and other solid backing that have been installed in the locations required for secure attachment of support fasteners.

1. For impact-resistant wall protection units attached with adhesive or foam tape, verify compatibility with and suitability of substrates, including compatibility with existing finishes or primers.

C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Complete finishing operations, including painting, before installing impact-resistant wall protection system components.

B. Before installation, clean substrate to remove dust, debris, and loose particles.

3.3 INSTALLATION

A. Installation Quality: Install wall and door protection according to manufacturer's written instructions, level, plumb, and true to line without distortions. Do not use materials with chips, cracks, voids, stains, or other defects that might be visible in the finished Work.

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B. Mounting Heights: Install wall and door protection in locations and at mounting heights indicated on Drawings.

C. Accessories: Provide splices, mounting hardware, anchors, trim, joint moldings, and other accessories required for a complete installation.

1. Provide anchoring devices and suitable locations to withstand imposed loads.

2. Where splices occur in horizontal runs of more than 20 feet (6.1 m), splice aluminum retainers and plastic covers at different locations along the run, but no closer than 12 inches (305 mm) apart.

3. Adjust end and top caps as required to ensure tight seams.

D. Abuse-Resistant Wall Covering: Install top and edge moldings, corners, and divider bars as required for a complete installation.

3.4 CLEANING

A. Immediately after completion of installation, clean plastic covers and accessories using a standard, ammonia-based, household cleaning agent.

B. Remove excess adhesive using methods and materials recommended in writing by manufacturer.

END OF SECTION 102600

152732.00 SECTION 123661

SIMULATED STONE COUNTERTOPS

SIMULATED STONE COUNTERTOP 123661

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Solid-surface-material window stools.

B. Related Sections:

1. Section 017419 “Construction Waste Management” for recycling & disposal requirements.

1.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For countertop materials and sinks.

B. Shop Drawings: For countertops. Show materials, finishes, edge and backsplash profiles, methods of joining, and cutouts for plumbing fixtures.

C. Samples for Verification: For the following products:

1. Countertop material, 6 inches (150 mm) square.

2. One full-size solid-surface-material countertop, with front edge and backsplash, 8 by 10 inches (200 by 250 mm), of construction and in configuration specified.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Wood-based Material Manufacturer Qualifications: A qualified manufacturer that is certified for chain of custody by an FSC-accredited certification body.

1.5 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Field Measurements: Verify dimensions of countertops by field measurements after base cabinets are installed but before countertop fabrication is complete.

1.6 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate locations of utilities that will penetrate countertops or backsplashes.

152732.00 SECTION 123661

SIMULATED STONE COUNTERTOPS

SIMULATED STONE COUNTERTOP 123661

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SOLID-SURFACE-MATERIAL COUNTERTOPS

A. Window Stools: 1/2-inch- (12.7-mm-) thick, solid surface material with front edge built up with same material.

B. Fabrication: Fabricate tops in one piece with shop-applied edges unless otherwise indicated.

Comply with solid-surface-material manufacturer's written instructions for adhesives, sealers, fabrication, and finishing.

C. Solid Surface Material: Homogeneous solid sheets of filled plastic resin complying with

ANSI SS1.

1. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products as indicated on Drawings.

a. Type: Provide Standard Type unless Special Purpose Type is indicated.

b. Colors and Patterns: As indicated on Drawings.

2.2 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS

A. Adhesives:

1. Do not use adhesives that contain urea formaldehyde.

2. Adhesive for Bonding Plastic Laminate: Unpigmented contact cement.

a. Adhesive for Bonding Edges: Adhesive specified above for faces.

3. Adhesive used Onsite: Adhesives used onsite shall meet the following VOC limits when calculated according to 40 CFR 59, Subpart D (EPA Method 24). Follow more stringent local, regional, state and federal requirements where applicable.

a. Panel Adhesives: 50 g/L

b. Multi-Purpose Construction Adhesives: 70 g/L.

c. Wood Glue: 30 g/L.

d. Contact Adhesive: 80 g/L.

B. Sealants: See Section 079000 “Joint Sealants” for sealant requirements.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Install countertops level to a tolerance of 1/8 inch in 8 feet (3 mm in 2.4 m).

B. Fasten by screwing through corner blocks of base units into underside of countertop. Pre-drill holes for screws as recommended by manufacturer. Align adjacent surfaces and, using adhesive in color to match countertop, form seams to comply with manufacturer's written instructions. Carefully dress joints smooth, remove surface scratches, and clean entire surface.

END OF SECTION 123661

152732.00 SECTION 260500

BASIC ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

BASIC ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 260500 - 1

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Description: Work shall consist of furnishing all labor, equipment, supplies, and materials, unless otherwise specified, necessary for the installation of complete electrical systems as required by the specifications and as shown on the drawings, subject to the terms and conditions of the contract. The Work shall also include the completion of those details of electrical work not mentioned or shown which are necessary for the successful operation of all electrical systems.

B. Certain labor, materials, and equipment may be furnished under other Sections of these specifications, by Utility Companies or by the Owner. When this is the case, the extent, source and description of these items will be as indicated on the drawings or as described in the specifications.

1.3 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Basic Electrical Requirements specifically applicable to Division 26 Sections, in addition to Division 1 - General Requirements.

1.4 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. Comply with the requirements of the reference standards noted herein, except where more stringent requirements are listed herein or otherwise required by the Contract Documents. A listing of applicable reference standards is contained in Division 1.

B. Latest editions of the following:

1. ANSI/NFPA 70 - National Electrical Code (as adopted and amended by the Denver Building

Code).

2. ANSI/IEEE C2 - National Electrical Safety Code.

3. NECA - Standard of Installation.

4. Other references as listed elsewhere in these specifications.

1.5 DEFINITIONS

A. "Furnish" or "Provide": To supply, install and connect up complete and ready for safe and regular operation of particular work unless specifically otherwise noted.

B. "Install": To erect, mount and connect complete with related accessories.

C. "Supply": To purchase, procure, acquire and deliver complete with related accessories.

D. "Work": Labor, materials, equipment, apparatus, controls, accessories, and other items required for proper and complete installation.

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E. "Wiring": Raceway, fittings, wire, boxes and related items.

F. "Concealed": Embedded in masonry, concrete or other construction, installed in furred spaces, within double partitions or hung ceilings, in trenches, in crawl spaces, or in enclosures.

G. "Exposed": Not installed underground or "concealed" as defined above.

H. "Indicated," "Shown" or "Noted": As indicated, shown or noted on drawings or specifications.

I. "Similar" or "Equal": Equal in materials, weight, size, design, construction, capacity, performance, and efficiency of specified product.

J. "Reviewed," "Satisfactory," "Accepted," or "Directed": As reviewed, satisfactory, accepted, or directed by or to Engineer.

K. "Related Work" includes, but is not necessarily limited to, mentioned work associated with, or affected by, the work specified.

L. Refer to Article 100 of the currently adopted National Electrical Code for other definitions as applicable to this project.

1.6 WORK SEQUENCE

A. Construct Work in sequence under provisions of Division 1 where applicable.

1.7 DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS

A. The drawings indicate the general arrangement of circuits and outlets, locations of switches, panelboards and other work. Information shown on the drawings is schematic, however, recircuiting will not be permitted without specific acceptance. Drawings and specifications are complementary each to the other. What is called for by one shall be as binding as if called for by both. Data presented on these drawings is as accurate as planning can determine, but accuracy is not guaranteed and field verification of all dimensions, locations, levels, etc., to suit field conditions is directed. Review all Architectural, Structural and Mechanical Drawings and Specifications; adjust all work to conform to all conditions shown therein. The Architectural drawings shall take precedence over all other drawings.

B. Prior to submitting a bid, visit the site of the job and ascertain all conditions affecting the proposed installation and adjust all work accordingly. Make provisions for these costs.

C. Discrepancies between different plans, between plans and specifications, between specifications, or regulations and codes governing this installation shall be brought to the attention of the Engineer in writing before the date of bid opening. In the event such discrepancies exist, and the Engineer is not so notified, the adjudication of responsibility shall be solely at the discretion of the Engineer.

1.8 COORDINATION

A. Prior to fabrication or installation of any electrical work, participate in detailed coordination planning meetings with all other building utilities system trades, under the direction of the General Contractor, so as to completely establish routings, elevations, space requirements, and coordination of access, layout, and suspension requirements in relationship to the building structure and the work of all other trades.

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1.9 SUBMITTALS (Refer to Division 1)

A. Submit shop drawings and product data in accordance with provisions of Division 1.

B. Prior to submission, shop drawings, material lists and catalog cuts or manufacturer's printed data shall be thoroughly checked for compliance with contract requirements, compatibility with equipment being furnished by the Contractor or Owner, accuracy of dimensions, coordination with work of other trades, and conformance with sound and safe practice as to erection of installation. Each submittal shall bear Contractor's signed statement evidencing such checking.

C. Clearly mark each shop drawing as follows for purposes of identification:

1. Shop Drawing

2. Equipment Identification Used on Contract Drawings

3. Date

4. Name of Project

5. Branch of Work

6. Engineer's Name

7. Contractor's Name

D. Clearly mark printed material, catalog cuts, pamphlets or specification sheets, and shop drawings with the same designation shown on the contract document schedules. Identify specific item proposed, showing catalog number, recess openings, dimensions, capacities, electrical characteristics, etc.

Submittals which are incomplete will be returned to the Contractor without review.

E. Contractor agrees that submittals processed by the Engineer are not change orders; that the purpose of submittals is to demonstrate to the Engineer that the Contractor understands the design concept;

and that the Contractor demonstrates this understanding by indicating which equipment and material he intends to furnish and install and by detailing the fabrication and installation methods he intends to use.

F. Contractor shall be responsible for dimensions (which he shall confirm and correlate at the job site), fabrication processes and techniques of construction, and coordination of his work with that of other trades. The Contractor shall check and verify all measurements and review shop drawings before submitting them. If any deviations from the specified requirements for any item of material or equipment exist, such deviation shall be expressly stated in writing and incorporated with the submittal.

G. Maintain one copy of shop drawings at the project field office until completion of the project, and make this copy available, upon request, to representatives of the Engineer and Owner.

H. No equipment or materials shall be installed or stored at the jobsite until submittals for such equipment or materials have been given review action permitting their use.

I. Shop drawings and manufacturer's published data shall be submitted for:

1. All switchboards, panelboards

2. Transformers

3. Luminaires (catalog cuts)

4. Fire alarm system

5. Automatic transfer switch

6. Security system

7. Motor control centers

8. Packaged Generator Set

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1.10 RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. Maintain a contract set of electrical drawings at the site. Neatly mark all changes, discoveries and deviations from the original drawings. Use a color which contrasts with the prints. This shall be a separate set of drawings, not used for construction purposes, and shall be kept up to date as the job progresses and shall be made available for inspection by the Engineer at all times. Upon completion of the contract, this set of record drawings shall be delivered to the Engineer. Record documents to be provided by the Contractor shall clearly and accurately show the following:

1. Major raceway systems, size and location, for both exterior and interior; locations of control devices; distribution and branch electrical circuitry; and fuse and circuit breaker size and arrangements.

2. Equipment locations (exposed and concealed), dimensioned from prominent building lines.

3. Approved substitutions, Contract Modifications, and actual equipment and materials installed.

1.11 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

A. Conform to those editions of the following as currently adopted by the local code enforcement authority:

1. ANSI/NFPA 70.

2. ANSI/IEEE C2.

3. Denver Building Code, and applicable requirements of the Fire Prevention Bureau.

4. Comply with requirements of the utility and telephone companies furnishing service to this installation.

5. Other requirements as listed elsewhere in these specifications.

B. Obtain electrical permits, plan review, and inspections from authority having jurisdiction in accordance with Division 1.

C. The drawings and specifications take precedence when they are more stringent than codes, statutes, or ordinances in effect. Applicable codes, ordinances, standards and statutes take precedence when they are more stringent than, or conflict with the drawings and specifications.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

A. Materials and Equipment: Acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction as suitable for the use intended, except where more stringent requirements are indicated by the Contract Documents.

B. Compatibility with Available Space: Equipment layouts shown are based on use of equipment as specified. If the Contractor chooses equipment available from any other manufacturer listed as an acceptable manufacturer, or offers equipment under the provision for substitutions, the Contractor shall be solely responsible for first ascertaining that the offered equipment can be installed in the space available with ample clearances for maintenance. Include coordination drawings, as specified herein, when required.

C. All equipment and materials installed shall be new, unless otherwise specified.

D. Defective or damaged materials shall be replaced or repaired, prior to final acceptance, in a manner acceptable to the Engineer or Owner and at no additional cost to the Owner.

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E. All electrical materials shall be acceptable for installation only if labeled or listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory and if accepted by local authorities.

F. All major equipment components shall have the manufacturer's name, address, model number, and serial number permanently attached in a conspicuous location.

2.2 STORAGE AND PROTECTION

A. Store products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, with seals and labels intact and legible.

Store sensitive products in weather-tight enclosures; maintain within temperature and humidity ranges required by manufacturer's instructions.

B. For exterior storage of fabricated products, place on sloped supports above ground. Cover products subject to deterioration with impervious sheet covering; provide ventilation to avoid condensation.

C. Arrange storage to provide access for inspection. Periodically inspect to assure products are undamaged, and are maintained under required conditions.

2.3 PRODUCT OPTIONS

A. Products Specified by Reference Standards or by Description Only: Any product meeting those standards.

B. Products Specified by Naming One or More Manufacturers with a Provision for Substitutions: Submit a request for substitution for any manufacturer not specifically named.

C. Products Specified by Naming One or More Manufacturers without a Provision for Substitutions:

Products of named manufacturers meeting specifications; no options, no substitutions allowed.

2.4 PRODUCTS LIST

A. Within 30 days after date of Owner-Contractor Agreement, submit complete list of major products required for submittal under these specifications, with name of manufacturer, trade name, and model number of each product.

2.5 SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Refer to Division 1.

2.6 GUARANTEE

A. The entire electrical system installed under this Contract shall be left in proper working order.

Replace, at no additional cost to the Owner, any work, materials, or equipment which evidences defects in design, construction, or workmanship within two years, or as specifically noted elsewhere in these specifications, from date of final acceptance.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 WORKMANSHIP

A. Install work using procedures defined in NECA Standard of Installation.

B. Workmanship shall conform to highest industry standards for each trade involved in erection of the work.

C. Contractor's personnel and subcontractors selected to perform the work shall be well versed and skilled in the trades involved.

D. Any changes or deviations from the drawings and specifications must be accepted in writing by the Engineer. All errors in installation shall be corrected at the expense of the Contractor. All specialties shall be installed as detailed on the drawings. Where details or specific installation requirements are not provided, manufacturer's recommendations shall be followed.

E. Upon completion of work, all equipment and materials shall be installed complete, thoroughly checked, correctly adjusted, and left ready for intended use or operation. All work shall be thoroughly cleaned and all residue shall be removed from surfaces. Exterior surfaces of all material and equipment shall be delivered in a perfect, unblemished condition.

F. Contractor shall provide a complete installation, including all required labor, material, cartage, insurance, permits, and taxes.

3.2 CHASES, OPENINGS, CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. Carefully lay out all work in advance so as to eliminate where possible, cutting, channeling, chasing, or drilling of floors, walls, partitions, ceilings and roofs. Any damage to the building, structure, piping, ducts, equipment or any defaced finish shall be repaired by skilled mechanics of the trades involved at no additional cost to the Owner and to the satisfaction of the Architect/Engineer. Any necessary cutting, channeling, drilling or welding as required for the proper support, concealment, installation or anchoring of raceways, outlets, or other electrical equipment shall be performed in a careful manner, and as approved by the Engineer.

B. All openings made in fire-rated walls, floors, or ceilings shall be patched and made tight in a manner to conform to the fire rating for the surface penetrated.

C. All penetrations required through completed concrete construction shall be core drilled at minimum size required. Precautions shall be taken when drilling to prevent damage to structural concrete. The Contractor shall obtain permission from the Engineer before proceeding with drilling.

3.3 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS

A. Coordinate electrical systems, equipment, and materials installation with other building components. If equipment of a different size is furnished by the Contractor, the Contractor shall furnish and install the proper motor starter, fuses, circuit breaker, disconnect switch, wire and conduit required for the equipment furnished, at no additional cost to the Owner and shall be approved by the Owner.

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3.4 PROGRESS OF WORK

A. Order the progress of electrical work to conform to the progress of the work of the other trades.

Complete the entire installation as soon as the condition of the building will permit. Any cost resulting from defective or ill-timed work performed under this Section shall be borne by this Contractor.

3.5 TRENCHING AND BACKFILLING

A. Perform all trenching and backfilling required by work performed under this Section in accordance with the excavating and grading specifications and as herein specified.

B. Excavate trenches to the depth required for the utilities involved. The trench bottom shall be graded true and free from stones or soft spots, bottom of trenches must be compacted.

C. After installation of electrical work, backfill, tamp, and compact to insure against the possibility of differential settling, in conformity with Division 2 Specifications. Verify location of existing or new utilities and, if damaged by this Contractor, replace or repair.

3.6 ELECTRICAL COMPLETION

A. Operating and Maintenance Manuals and Parts Lists: Deliver three (3) complete operating & maintenance manuals and parts lists to the Owner at the time of the above required indoctrination.

Fully explain the contents of the manuals as part of required indoctrination and instruct the Owner's personnel in the correct procedure in obtaining service, both during and after the guarantee period.

1. The operating and maintenance manuals and parts lists shall give complete information as to whom the Owner shall contact for service and parts. Include address and phone number.

Furnish evidence that an authorized service organization regularly carries a complete stock of repair parts for these items (or systems), and that the organization is available for service.

Service shall be furnished within 24 hours after requested.

B. Operating and Acceptance Tests: Provide all labor, instruments, and equipment for the performance of tests as specified below and elsewhere in these specifications. Submit three copies of a typewritten test report to the Engineer for his approval.

1. For a seven-day period after building has been placed into normal service, record the full load current in each phase or line at the main service entrance and submit to the Engineer.

2. Perform a careful inspection of the main switchboard bus structure and cable connections to verify that all connections are torqued to manufacturer's recommendations.

C. Clean-Up: Remove all materials, scrap, etc., relative to the electrical installation, and leave the premises and all equipment, lamps, luminaires, etc. in a clean, orderly condition. Any costs to the Owner for clean-up of the site will be charged against the Contractor.

D. Acceptance Demonstration: Upon completion of the work, at a time to be designated by the Engineer, the Contractor shall demonstrate for the Owner the operation of the entire installation, including all systems provided under this contract.

E. Final acceptance by the Owner will not occur until all operating instructions are received and Owner's personnel have been thoroughly indoctrinated in the maintenance and operation of all equipment.

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152732.00 SECTION 260510

ELECTRICAL REMODELING PROVISIONS

ELECTRICAL REMODELING PROVISIONS 260510-1

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Electrical remodeling.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Division 1: Alteration project procedures.

B. Division 1: Minor demolition for remodeling.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

A. Materials and Equipment for Patching and Extending Work: As specified in individual Sections.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Field verify measurements and circuiting arrangements.

B. Verify that abandoned wiring and equipment serve only abandoned facilities. Maintain electrical continuity to remaining wiring and equipment.

C. Removal Drawings are based on casual field observation and/or existing record documents. Report discrepancies to Architect/Engineer before disturbing existing installation.

D. The Electrical Contractor shall field check all existing conditions prior to bidding and shall include in his bid an allowance for the removal and relocation of existing conduits, wires, devices, luminaires, or other equipment as indicated on the plans or as required to coordinate and adapt new and existing electrical systems to all other work required on this project.

E. Beginning of removal means installer accepts existing conditions.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Disconnect electrical systems in walls, floors, and ceilings scheduled for removal.

B. Coordinate utility service outages with Utility Company.

C. Provide temporary wiring and connections to maintain existing systems in service during construction.

When work must be performed on energized equipment or circuits, use personnel experienced in such operations.

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D. Existing Electrical Service, Fire Alarm System and Telephone System: Maintain existing systems in service until new systems are accepted or as otherwise indicated. Disable systems only to make switchovers and connections. Notify the Owner at least 36 hours before partially or completely disabling system. Minimize outage duration. Make temporary connections to maintain service in areas adjacent to work area.

3.3 REMOVAL AND EXTENSION OF EXISTING ELECTRICAL WORK

A. Remove and extend existing electrical work under provisions of Divisions 1 and 2, and this Section.

B. Remove, relocate, and extend existing installations to accommodate new construction.

C. Remove abandoned wiring to source of supply.

D. Remove exposed abandoned conduit, including abandoned conduit above accessible ceiling finishes.

Cut conduit flush with walls and floors, and patch surfaces.

E. Disconnect abandoned outlets and remove devices. Remove abandoned outlets if conduit servicing them is abandoned and removed. Provide blank cover for abandoned outlets which are not removed.

F. Disconnect and remove abandoned panelboards and distribution equipment.

G. Disconnect and remove electrical devices and equipment serving utilization equipment that has been removed.

H. Disconnect and remove abandoned luminaries. Remove brackets, stems, hangers, and other accessories.

I. Repair adjacent construction and finishes damaged during demolition and extension work. Provide modifications to assure that circuits or systems wiring shall not pass through outlet or junction boxes which may be rendered inaccessible by changes made to the building.

J. Maintain access to existing electrical installations which remain active. Modify installation or provide access panel as appropriate.

K. Extend existing installations using materials and methods as specified.

L. Where the reuse of existing conduits, outlets, junction boxes, etc. is permissible, make certain that the wiring for them is continuous from outlet to outlet.

M. Connect new work to existing work in a manner that will assure proper raceway grounding throughout in conformance with the National Electrical Code.

N. Existing conduits, wire, devices, luminaires, etc. which shall be removed shall become the property of the Contractor unless otherwise noted.

3.4 CLEANING AND REPAIR

A. Clean and repair existing materials and equipment which remain or are to be reused.

B. Panelboards: Clean exposed surfaces and check tightness of electrical connections. Replace damaged circuit breakers and provide closure plates for vacant positions. Provide typed circuit directory showing revised circuiting arrangement.

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3.5 INSTALLATION

A. The Contractor shall perform all cutting, channeling, chasing, drilling, etc. as required to install or remove electrical equipment in areas of remodeling. This work shall be performed so as to minimize damage to portions of wall finishes, surfaces, plastering, or the structures which are to be reused, resurfaced, plastered, or painted under another division of these specifications.

B. Carefully coordinate with the required remodeling work, cutting and patching, etc. performed by other trades. Remove or relocate existing electrical conduits, wires, devices, luminaires, and other equipment as necessary.

END OF SECTION 260510

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152732.00 SECTION 260519

BUILDING WIRE AND CABLE

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PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Building Wire and Cable.

B. Metal Clad Cable.

C. Wiring Connections and Terminations

1.3 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Section 260532 - Conduit

B. Section 260534 – Electrical Boxes and Fittings.

C. Section 260529 - Supporting Devices and Seals

D. Section 260553- Electrical Identification

1.4 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. Comply with the requirements of the reference standards noted herein, except where more stringent requirements are listed herein or otherwise required by the Contract Documents. A listing of applicable reference standards is contained in Division 1.

B. NEMA WC 70 – Rubber-Insulated Wire and Cable for the Transmission and Distribution of Electrical Energy.

C. NEMA WC 70 – Thermoplastic-Insulated Wire and Cable for the Transmission and Distribution of Electrical Energy.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit shop drawings and product data under the provisions of Section 260500.

1.6 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Verify that field measurements are as shown on Drawings.

B. Conductor sizes are based on copper.

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C. Wire and cable routing shown on Drawings is appropriate unless dimensioned. Route wire and cable as required to meet project conditions.

D. Where wire and cable routing is not shown, and destination only is indicated, determine exact routing and lengths required.

1.7 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate Work under provisions of Section 260500.

B. Determine required separation between wiring and other work.

C. Determine routing to avoid interference with other work.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 BUILDING WIRE

A. Thermoplastic-Insulated Building Wire: NEMA WC 70.

B. Rubber-Insulated Building Wire: NEMA WC 70.

C. Feeders and Branch Circuits: Copper, 600 volt, insulation, THHN/THWN, or XHHW. Conductors #10 AWG and larger shall be stranded. Conductors smaller than #10 shall be solid.

D. Control Circuits: Copper, stranded conductor 600 volt insulation, THHN/THWN, or XHHW.

2.2 METAL CLAD CABLE

A. Description: ANSI/NFPA 70, Type MC.

B. Conductor: Copper.

C. Insulation Voltage Rating: 600 volts.

D. Insulation Temperature Rating: 75 degrees C.

E. Insulation Material: Thermoplastic and thermosetting.

F. Armor Material: Steel or Aluminum.

G. Armor Design: Interlocked metal tape.

H. Jacket: PVC jacket when installed in damp and wet locations.

I. Cable to be provided with a separate equipment grounding conductor sized per NEC.

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2.3 REMOTE CONTROL AND SIGNAL CABLE

A. Control Cable for Class 1 Remote Control and Signal Circuits: Copper conductor, 600 volt insulation, rated 60 degree C, individual conductors twisted together, shielded, and covered with a PVC jacket.

B. Control Cable for Class 2 or Class 3 Remote Control and Signal Circuits: Copper conductor, 300 volt insulation, rated 60 degrees C, individual conductors twisted together, shielded, and covered with a PVC jacket; UL listed.

C. Plenum Cable for Class 2 or Class 3 Remote Control and Signal Circuits: Copper conductor, 300 volt insulation, rated 60 degrees C, individual conductors twisted together, shielded, and covered with a non-metallic jacket; UL listed for use in air handling ducts, hollow spaces used as ducts, and plenums.

D. Install all remote control and signal cables in cable tray, raceways, or supported every 4'-0" on bridal rings.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL WIRING METHODS

A. Use no wire smaller than No. 12 AWG for power and lighting circuits, and no smaller than No. 16 AWG for control wiring.

B. Use No. 10 AWG conductor for 20 ampere, 120-volt branch circuit home runs longer than 75 feet, and for 20 ampere, 277-volt branch circuit home runs longer than 200 feet.

C. Place an equal number of conductors for each phase of a circuit in same raceway or cable.

D. Splice only in accessible junction or outlet boxes.

E. Neatly train and lace wiring inside boxes, equipment, and panelboards. Make temporary connections to panelboard devices with sufficient slack conductor to facilitate reconnections required for balancing loads between phases.

F. Damaged conductors during installation shall be replaced.

G. Install products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

3.2 WIRING INSTALLATION IN RACEWAYS

A. Pull all conductors into a raceway at the same time. Use UL listed wire pulling lubricant for pulling No.

4 AWG and larger wires.

B. Install wire in raceway after interior of building has been physically protected from the weather and all mechanical work likely to injure conductors has been completed.

C. Completely and thoroughly swab raceway system before installing conductors.

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3.3 CABLE INSTALLATION

A. When approved install in interior partitions only and for flexible connection to luminaires. (Flexible connection not to exceed 6'-0".)

B. Use suitable cable fittings and connectors.

C. Cable shall not be used for branch circuit homeruns. Branch circuit homeruns shall be building wire in raceway.

D. Run concealed cable parallel and perpendicular to building elements at right angles. Parallel cable runs shall be run together. Run high and tight to structure. Coordinate cable runs with other trades.

E. Support cable every four feet and within 12 inches of every outlet box, junction box, cabinet, or fitting.

F. Cable shall not be used in emergency circuits.

G. Cable shall not be used as flexible connection to motors, transformers or other vibrating equipment.

H. Support cables above accessible ceiling, using spring metal clips or plastic cable ties to support cables from structure. Do not rest cable on ceiling panels.

I. Provide protection for exposed cables where subject to damage.

3.4 WIRING CONNECTION AND TERMINATIONS

A. Splice only in accessible junction boxes.

B. For No. 8 AWG and smaller, use insulated spring wire connectors with plastic caps.

C. Use split bolt connectors for copper wire splices and taps, No. 6 AWG and larger. Tape un-insulated conductors and connectors with electrical tape to 150 percent of the insulation value of conductor.

D. Thoroughly clean wires before installing lugs and connectors.

E. Make splices, taps and terminations to carry full ampacity of conductors without perceptible temperature rise.

F. Terminate up to #10 AWG spare conductors with wire nuts. Use electrical tape for spare conductor #8 AWG and larger.

G. Use suitable reducing connectors or mechanical connector adaptors for connecting aluminum conductors to copper conductors.

H. Use solderless pressure connectors with insulating covers for copper conductor splices and taps, 8 AWG and smaller.

I. Use insulated spring wire connectors with plastic caps for copper conductor splices and taps, 10 AWG and smaller.

3.5 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Field inspection and testing will be performed under provisions of Division 1.

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B. Inspect wire and cable for physical damage and proper connection.

C. Torque test conductor connections and terminations to manufacturer's recommended values.

D. Perform continuity test on all power and equipment branch circuit conductors. Verify proper phasing connections.

3.6 WIRE AND CABLE INSTALLATION SCHEDULE

A. Concealed Interior Locations: Building wire in raceways or cable as approved herein.

1. If specified, cables may be used for luminaire connections and in interior partitions for branch circuits.

B. Exposed Interior Locations: Building wire in raceways.

C. Above Accessible Ceilings: Building wire in raceways or cable as approved herein.

D. Wet or Damp Interior Locations: Building wire in raceway.

E. Exterior Locations: Building wire in raceways.

F. Underground Locations: Building wire in raceways.

3.7 WIRE AND CABLE COLOR CODING

A. Wires No. 6 AWG and smaller shall be factory color coded. Wire No. 4 AWG and larger shall be color-coded with color tape 6-inch length of exposed ends, and at every accessible junction box on the branch circuit or feeder.

120/208 Volts A = Black B = Red C = Blue Neutral = White Ground = Green

B. Maintain the color coding throughout the system from panel to the last device on the branch circuit.

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3.8 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Prior to energizing, all feeders from transformers, switchboards, and building service cables, are to be tested with a 500-volt insulation megohm meter to determine insulation resistance levels to assure requirements are fulfilled. All field test data is to be recorded and submitted. Test is to include meggering for one minute between conductors and between each conductor and ground. Cables are to be meggered after installation with cables disconnected at both ends. The values must be not less than as follows:

Conductor Size (AWG or MCM)

Resistance Megohms 1000 ft.)

#16 AWG to #8 AWG 200 #6 AWG to #2/0 AWG 100 #3/0 AWG to 500 KCMIL 50

END OF SECTION 260519

152732.00 SECTION 260526

GROUNDING AND BONDING

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PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Power System Grounding

B. Communication System Grounding

C. Electrical Equipment and Raceway Grounding and Bonding

1.3 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. Comply with the requirements of the reference standards noted herein, except where more stringent requirements are listed herein or otherwise required by the Contract Documents.

B. NFPA Compliance: NFPA 70 "National Electrical Code (NEC).

C. UL Compliance: Applicable requirements of UL Standards Nos. 467 "Electrical Grounding and Bonding Equipment," and 869, "Electrical Service Equipment," pertaining to grounding and bonding of systems, circuits and equipment. In addition, require compliance with UL Std 486A, "Wire Connectors". Grounding and bonding products which are to be UL-listed and labeled for their intended usage.

D. IEEE Compliance: Applicable requirements and recommended installation practices of IEEE Standards 80, 81, 141 and 142 pertaining to grounding and bonding of systems, circuits and equipment.

1.4 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

A. Ground the electrical service system neutral at service entrance equipment to metallic cold water service, building steel and to supplementary grounding electrodes, as indicated on drawings.

B. Ground each separately-derived system neutral to nearest metallic cold water pipe 2-inch diameter or larger, building steel and where present to the referenced ground bar as shown on drawings.

C. Provide communications system grounding conductor at point of service entrance and connect to nearest referenced ground bar as shown on drawings.

D. Bond together system neutrals, service equipment enclosures, exposed non-current carrying metal parts of electrical equipment, metal raceway systems, grounding conductor in raceways and cables, receptacle ground connectors, and plumbing systems.

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1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit shop drawings under provisions of Section 260500.

B. Indicate layout of ground ring, location of system grounding electrode connections, and routing of grounding electrode conductors.

C. Submit all field test reports.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Ground Rods: Copper or copper-clad steel, 3/4-inch diameter, minimum length 10 feet.

B. Mechanical Grounding Connectors: For all grounding connections above grade.

1. Manufacturer: Burndy Electrical

2. Material: Copper.

3. Compression Type: Irreversible.

4. UL listed under Standard UL467.

C. Wire:

1. Material: Copper.

2. Size: As indicated on the drawings. When size is not indicated, size per Article 250 of NEC requirements.

D. Grounding Connection Accessories:

1. Electrical insulating tape, heat-shrinkable insulating tubing, welding materials, bonding straps, as recommended by accessories manufacturers for type service required.

2.2 Field Welding: Exothermic welded connections are required where grounding conductors connect to underground grounding conductors and to underground grounding electrodes, and for bonding to steel. All underground connection shall be exothermic welded.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Provide a separate, insulated equipment grounding conductor in feeder and branch circuits.

Terminate each ground conductor to the bushing and ground lug.

B. Connect grounding electrode conductors to metal water pipe using a suitable ground clamp. Make connections to flanged piping at street side of flange.

C. Supplementary Grounding Electrode: Use grounding mats, or driven ground rods, where indicated.

Install ground rods in suitable recessed well; fill with gravel after connection is made.

D. Use minimum No. 6 AWG copper conductor for communications service grounding conductor. Leave 10-feet slack conductor at terminal board or cabinet.

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E. Provide isolated grounds for all microprocessor and data processing equipment, where indicated on drawings.

F. Tighten grounding and…