Appendix_3_-_Volume_2_Specifications.pdf

TEMPORARY LODGING FACILITY

BEALE AIR FORCE BASE

CALIFORNIA

Solicitation Number F41999-12-P-1052

AIR FORCE PERSONNEL CENTER

SERVICES DIRECTORATE

LACKLAND AIR FORCE BASE

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS

100% RTA DESIGN SUBMITTAL

SPECIFICATIONS

Volume 2

DATE: 23 DECEMBER 2013

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Temporary Lodging Facility FIRE EXTINGUISHING SPRINKLER SYSTEMS (RESIDENTIAL) Beale AFB, CA 21 21 00 - 1

SECTION 21 21 00

FIRE EXTINGUISHING SPRINKLER SYSTEMS (RESIDENTIAL)

04/06

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

A. The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced.

The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

1. AMERICAN WATER WORKS ASSOCIATION (AWWA)

a. AWWA C651 (2005; Errata 2005) Standard for Disinfecting Water

Mains

2. FM GLOBAL (FM)

a. FM APP GUIDE (updated on-line) Approval Guide http://www.approvalguide.com/CC_host/pages/public/custom/FM/login.cf m

3. FOUNDATION FOR CROSS-CONNECTION CONTROL AND HYDRAULIC

RESEARCH (FCCCHR)

a. FCCCHR List (continuously updated) List of Approved Backflow Prevention Assemblies

4. NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

a. NFPA 13 (2010) Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems

b. NFPA 13R (2010) Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in

Residential Occupancies Up to and Including Four Stories in Height

c. NFPA 24 (2010) Standard for the Installation of Private Fire Service Mains and Their Appurtenances

d. NFPA 70 (2008; AMD 1 2008) National Electrical Code

e. NFPA 72 (2010; Am 10-2; Am 10-3; Proposed Am 971) National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code

5. UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)

a. UL 262 (2004) Gate Valves for Fire-Protection Service

b. UL 789 (2004) Standard for Indicator Posts for Fire-Protection Service

c. UL Fire Prot Dir (2009) Fire Protection Equipment Directory

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6. UNIFORM FACILITIES CRITERIA (UFC)

a. UFC 3-600-01 (Change 1 14 July 2009) Fire Protection Engineering for Facilities

b. UFC 4-021-01 (9 April 2008) Design and O&M: Mass Notification

1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

A. Design and provide a new automatic wet pipe fire extinguishing sprinkler systems for complete fire protection coverage throughout each building, except sprinklers may be omitted from areas as allowed by NFPA 13R. Each building will be provided with its own system.

1.3 SPRINKLER SYSTEM DESIGN

A. Design automatic wet pipe fire extinguishing sprinkler systems in accordance with the required and advisory provisions of NFPA 13R, and manufacturer's recommendations by hydraulic calculations, except as modified herein. NFPA 13 should be referenced as required by NFPA 13R. Each system shall include materials, accessories, and equipment inside and outside the building to provide each system complete and ready for use.

Design and provide each system to give full consideration to blind spaces, piping, electrical equipment, ducts, and other construction and equipment in accordance with detailed working drawings to be submitted for approval. Locate sprinkler heads in a consistent pattern with ceiling grid, lights, and air supply diffusers. Provide sprinkler heads and piping system layout. Devices and equipment for fire protection service shall be UL Fire Prot. Dir. listed or FM APP GUIDE approved for use in wet pipe sprinkler systems.

1. Location of Sprinkler Heads

a. Location of heads in relation to the ceiling and the spacing of sprinkler heads shall comply with that permitted by NFPA 13R and manufacturer's recommendations within dwelling units and corridors, and NFPA 13 and manufacturer’s recommendations for areas outside of dwelling units.

2. Design Discharge

a. Design discharge within the dwelling unit and corridors shall be at least

0.05 gpm per square foot to the design sprinklers.

b. Design discharge for quick response sprinklers within mechanical closets (housing washers, dryers, water heaters) within the units shall be a minimum of 0.10 gpm per square foot.

c. Design discharge outside of dwelling units shall be in accordance with the minimum requirements of NFPA 13 and Table 4 of UFC 3-600-01.

3. Number of Design Sprinklers

a. Per NFPA 13R system design within the dwelling unit shall include all sprinklers within a compartment, up to a maximum of four (4) adjacent sprinklers that requires the greatest hydraulic demand.

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b. The number of design sprinklers for corridors outside of dwelling units shall include up to the four (4) most hydraulically demanding adjacent sprinklers.

c. For areas outside the dwelling unit, the number of design sprinklers shall be the number of sprinklers within a compartment area but not more than the demand of four (4) sprinklers.

4. Friction Losses

a. Calculate losses in piping in accordance with the Hazen-Williams formula with 'C' value of 120 for steel piping, except that friction loss may be based upon available manufacturer's data for specially listed piping products.

5. Water Supply

a. Base hydraulic calculations on a static pressure of 70 psig with 923 gpm available at a residual pressure of 60 psig. The flow test was conducted on September 18, 2012. Please reference the Fire Protection Design Analysis Appendix.

b. The Contractor shall conduct a flow test with Base personnel prior to design of their system to confirm data.

6. Outside Hose Allowances

a. Hydraulic calculations shall include an allowance of 250 gpm for outside hose streams for Light Hazard and 500 gpm for Ordinary Hazard.

7. Detail Working Plan Drawings

a. Prepare 22 by 34 inch detail working plan drawings of sprinkler heads and piping system layout in accordance with NFPA 13R. Show data essential for proper installation of each system. Show details, plan view, elevations, and sections of the systems supply and piping. Show piping schematic of systems supply, devices, valves, pipe, and fittings.

8. As-Built Drawings

a. After completion, but before final acceptance, submit complete set of as-built drawings of each system for record purposes. Submit 22 by 34 inch drawings on reproducible paper with title block similar to full size contract drawings. Furnish the as-built (record) working drawings in addition to as-built contract drawings required by Division 1, "General Requirements."

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: Contractor shall submit a product data submittal with the shop drawings.

This submittal shall contain manufacturer’s data sheets showing the type and model of all equipment or material proposed. This information shall also include types of pipe, hangers, bracing, valves, pipe fittings/joining methods, sprinklers, waterflow devices, supervisory devices, detection and control equipment, and escutcheons. When a data sheet shows more than one product, the specific product shall be clearly indicated by arrows or other suitable means.

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B. Shop Drawings: Contractor will be authorized to start each portion of the work when the shop drawings, catalog data sheets, hydraulic calculations, and electrical diagrams for that portion of the work are received, coordinated with other trades, reviewed, and approved by the Contracting Officer. Installation prior to these approvals shall be at the risk and cost of Contractor. All documents shall include all required approval stamps, signatures or other information necessary to properly certify that the installation has been reviewed and accepted by the Contracting Officer.

1. Contractor shall submit shop drawings, catalog data sheets, and hydraulic calculations to the Contracting Officer for approval in accordance with these specifications.

2. The submittal of shop drawings shall be complete. Partial submittals will not be reviewed and will be returned to Contractor. Shop drawings shall show all of the information required by NFPA 13R for working plans, and shall include drawings showing the location of all equipment, controls, piping, valves, and drains. The drawings shall also show locations of all sway bracing and of flexible couplings installed as flexure joints, and location and diameter of all necessary core drills, pipe sleeves and pipe clearance openings in walls and floors.

3. Shop drawings shall contain a list of all material to be used for the sprinkler system on this project. The manufacturer, trade name and catalog number shall be given for each item.

C. Permits: Prior to start of installation, Contractor shall submit copies of all permits and approvals to the Contracting Officer necessary to conduct this work.

D. Samples: Contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer for approval samples of all types of proposed sprinklers, including types of finishes available and a complete list of where each type and finish will be installed.

E. Certificates: Contractor shall provide the Contracting Officer with one copy of all documents that are reviewed and approved by the local code authorities. These documents shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

1. Site inspection forms/waterflow information.

2. Permit drawings.

3. Final inspection forms per NFPA 13R.

F. Operation and Maintenance Manual: Contractor shall provide the Contracting Officer with a loose-leaf manual containing:

1. 11" x 17" reduced copies of the record drawings required below.

2. Copy of NFPA 25.

3. Copy of all test certificates and approvals.

4. A list of recommended spare parts.

5. Service directory.

G. Draft O&M Manual: Contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer, copies of the draft manual for approval (excluding test certificates and drawings).

H. Final O&M Manual: Within 30 days of the completion of the work, copies of the approved manual with reduced drawings and test certificates shall be delivered to the Contracting Officer.

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I. Record Drawings: Contractor shall provide and maintain on the site an up-to-date record set of approved shop drawings which shall be marked to show each and every change made to the sprinkler system from the original approved shop drawings. This shall not be construed as authorization to deviate from or make changes to the shop drawings approved by the Owner and Contracting Officer without written instruction from the Contracting Officer in each case. This set of drawings shall be used only as a record set. Contractor shall prepare as-built drawings.

J. Final Submittal: Upon review of the blueline record drawings, before final approval, one set of reproducible record drawings and additional sets of blue line record drawings shall be delivered to the Contracting Officer. As-built drawing shall be prepared by Contractor on AutoCAD latest release.

K. If Contractor's submittals, upon review by Contracting Officer do not conform to the requirements of these specifications, Contractor shall be required to resubmit with modifications, within ten (10) working days of receipt of Contracting Officer notification to Contractor. Contractor shall be responsible for Contracting Officer extra expenses for subsequent review of rejected submittals necessitated by Contractor's failure to make the requested modifications.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Qualifications of Installer

1. Prior to installation, submit data showing that the Contractor has successfully installed systems of the same type and design as specified herein, or that Contractor has a firm contractual agreement with a subcontractor having such required experience. Data shall include names and locations of at least two installations where the Contractor or the subcontractor referred to above, has installed such systems. Indicate type and design of each system and certify that each system has performed satisfactorily in the manner intended for not less than 18 months.

2. Qualifications of System Technician: Installation drawings, shop drawings, and as-built drawings shall be prepared by an individual who is experienced with the types of work specified herein, and is currently certified by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) as an engineering technician with minimum Level-III certification in the automatic sprinkler system program or a registered Fire Protection Engineer. The Contractor shall submit data for approval showing the name and certification of involved individuals with such qualifications at or prior to submittal of drawings.

B. Third Party Fire Protection Engineer (FPE)

1. The Contractor is to hire a third party FPE in accordance with UFC 3-600-01 to review and certify the shop drawings, equipment submittals, calculations, and installation.

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PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 ABOVEGROUND PIPING SYSTEMS

A. Provide fittings for changes in direction of piping and for connections. Make changes in piping sizes through tapered reducing pipe fittings; bushings shall not be permitted.

Perform welding in the shop; field welding shall not be permitted. Piping shall be concealed above the ceiling.

1. Sprinkler Piping

a. NFPA 13R and NFPA 13, except as modified herein. Steel piping shall be

Schedule 40 for all piping. Fittings into which sprinkler heads, sprinkler head riser nipples, or drop nipples are threaded shall be welded, threaded, or grooved-end type. Plain-end fittings with mechanical couplings and fittings which use steel gripping devices to bite into the pipe when pressure is applied shall not be permitted. Rubber gasketed grooved-end pipe and fittings with mechanical couplings shall be permitted in pipe sizes 1.5 inches and larger. Fittings shall be UL Fire Prot Dir listed or FM APP GUIDE approved for use in wet pipe sprinkler systems. Fittings, mechanical couplings, and rubber gaskets shall be supplied by the same manufacturer. Side outlet tees using rubber gasketed fittings shall not be permitted. Avoid running sprinkler piping in attics and other areas subject to freezing.

2. Sprinkler Heads

a. Release element of each head shall be of the ordinary temperature rating or higher as suitable for the specific application. Provide polished stainless steel ceiling plates or chromium-plated finish on copper alloy ceiling plates, and chromium-plated pendent sprinklers below suspended ceilings. Provide UL listed residential and quick response sprinkler heads in accordance with NFPA 13R and NFPA 13. No o-rings will be permitted in sprinkler heads.

3. Cabinet

a. Provide metal cabinet with extra sprinkler heads and sprinkler head wrench adjacent to the system riser. The number and types of extra sprinkler heads shall be as specified in NFPA 13R.

4. Flow Switch

a. Provide switch with circuit opener or closer for automatic transmittal of an alarm over the facility fire alarm system. Provide vane type waterflow detectors for wet pipe sprinkler systems. The device shall contain double pole, double throw contacts. Equip the detector with a pneumatic time delay, field adjustable from 0 to 90 seconds. The time delay shall be set initially to 45 seconds. The device shall be a UL listed extinguishing system attachment rated for the particular pressure and location that it is installed. Flow switches shall be equipped with screw terminals for each conductor. Connect into the building fire alarm system. Connection of switch shall be under Section 28 31 76 INTERIOR FIRE ALARM AND

MASS NOTIFICAITON SYSTEM.

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5. Waterflow Horn/Strobe

a. Provide surface mounted weatherproof horn/strobe having a sound output rating of at least 88 decibels at 10 feet. Mount on exterior surface of an exterior wall as directed. Mounting height shall be at least 10 feet above finished grade. Provide for local alarm only. Horn/strobe is to be tied directly into one of the two contact sets provided on the waterflow switch.

6. Valve Tamper Switch

a. Provide valve tamper switch(es) to monitor the open position of valve(s) controlling water supply to the sprinkler system. Tamper switches shall be UL listed as "Extinguishing System Attachment" for the location and type of valve supervised. Switch contacts shall transfer from the normal position to the off-normal position during the first two revolutions of the hand wheel or when the stem of the valve has moved not more than one-fifth of the distance from its normal position. Switch shall be tamper resistant. Removal of the cover shall cause switch to operate into the off-normal position.

b. Connection to the fire alarm system shall be in accordance with Section

28 31 76 INTERIOR FIRE ALARM AND MASS NOTIFICATION

SYSTEM, NFPA 72, and NFPA 70.

7. Pipe Hangers and Supports

a. Pipe hanging and bracing methods are to be provided in accordance with

NFPA 13.

8. Valves

a. Provide in compliance with NFPA 13R. Provide indicating valves with tamper switches of types listed for fire service. Gate valves shall open by counterclockwise rotation. Check valves shall be flanged clear opening swing-check type with flanged inspection and access cover plate for sizes

2.5 inches and larger.

b. The fire protection and domestic water lines are provided as two separate lines into the buildings. The sprinkler control valve shall be supervised by one of the following arrangements:

i. Central station, proprietary or remote station alarm service.

ii. Local alarm service that causes the sounding of an audible signal at a constantly attended location.

iii. Valves that are locked open

9. Identification Signs

a. Attach properly lettered and approved metal signs to each valve and alarm device. Permanently affix hydraulic design data nameplates to the riser of each system.

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10. Backflow Prevention Assemblies

a. Provide double check valve type backflow prevention assemblies, listed for fire protection services, and approved by and complies with AWWA Manual M14. The backflow preventer will be in the vertical position in conjunction with the fire riser. Per base standards the assembly is to be AMES Backflow assembly Colt Series 200 and 300.

b. Provide a test header for flow tests at system demand downstream of the backflow prevention valve.

c. Provide tamper switch(es) in accordance with Section 2.1.A.6.

11. Inspector's Test Connection

a. Provide test connections for each sprinkler system or portion of each sprinkler system equipped with an alarm device; locate at the hydraulically most remote part of each system. Provide test connection piping to a location where the discharge shall be readily visible and where water may be discharged without property damage. Provide discharge orifice of same size as corresponding sprinkler orifice.

12. Main Drains

a. Provide separate drain piping to discharge at safe points outside each building or to sight glasses attached to drains of adequate size to readily receive the full flow from each drain under maximum pressure. The discharge shall be readily visible and shall flow to a location that will not cause property damage. Provide auxiliary drains as required by NFPA 13R.

13. Fire Department Connections

a. Provide connections approximately 3 feet above finish grade, of the approved two-way type with 2.5 inch national standard female hose threads with plug, chain, plastic breakaway caps, and identifying fire department connection escutcheon plate.

2.2 BURIED WATER PIPING SYSTEMS

A. Pipe and Fittings

1. Underground pipe shall meet the requirements of NFPA 13R and UFC 3-600-1.

Provide polyvinyl chloride (PVC) piping, chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) piping, or Type K copper tubing. Provide a dielectric union between copper piping and any metal piping. Piping beyond 5 feet outside of building walls shall be provided under Short Form Division 33 UTILITIES.

B. Valves

1. Provide as required by NFPA 24. Control valves shall conform to UL 262 and shall open by counterclockwise rotation.

C. Post Indicator Valves

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1. Provide as required in UFC 3-600-1 and NFPA 13R at an approved location.

Provide with operating nut located about 3 feet above finish grade. Gate valves for use with indicator post shall conform to UL 262. Indicator posts shall conform to UL 789. Provide each indicator post with one coat of primer and two coats of red enamel paint.

2. Provide tamper switch(es) in accordance with Section 2.1.A.6.

D. Valve Boxes

1. Except where indicator posts are provided, for each buried valve, provide cast-iron, ductile-iron, or plastic valve box of a suitable size. Plastic boxes shall be constructed of acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) or inorganic fiber-reinforced black polyolefin. Provide cast-iron, ductile-iron, or plastic cover for valve box with the word "WATER" cast on the cover. The minimum box shaft diameter shall be

5.25 inches. Coat cast-iron and ductile-iron boxes with bituminous paint applied to a minimum dry film thickness of 10 mils.

E. Buried Utility Warning and Identification Tape

1. Provide detectable aluminum foil plastic backed tape or detectable magnetic plastic tape manufactured specifically for warning and identification of buried piping. Tape shall be detectable by an electronic detection instrument. Provide tape in rolls, 3 inches minimum width, color coded for the utility involved with warning and identification imprinted in bold black letters continuously and repeatedly over entire tape length. Warning and identification shall read "CAUTION BURIED WATER PIPING BELOW" or similar wording. Use permanent code and letter coloring unaffected by moisture and other substances contained in trench backfill material.

2.3 PIPE SLEEVES

A. Provide where piping passes entirely through walls, ceilings, roofs, and floors. Secure sleeves in position and location during construction. Provide sleeves of sufficient length to pass through entire thickness of walls, ceilings, roofs, and floors. Provide one inch minimum clearance between exterior of piping and interior of sleeve or core-drilled hole.

Firmly pack space with mineral wool insulation. Seal space at both ends of the sleeve or core-drilled hole with plastic waterproof cement which will dry to a firm but pliable mass, or provide a mechanically adjustable segmented elastomeric seal. In fire walls and fire floors, seal both ends of pipe sleeves or core-drilled holes with UL listed fill, void, or cavity material.

1. Sleeves in Masonry and Concrete

a. Provide steel pipe sleeves or Schedule 40 PVC plastic pipe sleeves.

Core drilling of masonry and concrete may be provided in lieu of pipe sleeves when cavities in the core-drilled hole are completely grouted smooth. Provide an annular clearance around the sprinkler riser where it passes through the concrete slab in accordance with NFPA 13.

2. Sleeves Not in Masonry and Concrete

a. Provide 26 gage galvanized steel sheet or PVC plastic pipe sleeves.

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2.4 ESCUTCHEON PLATES

A. Provide one piece or split hinge metal plates for piping entering floors, walls, and ceilings in exposed spaces. Provide polished stainless steel plates or chromium-plated finish on copper alloy plates in finished spaces. Provide paint finish on metal plates in unfinished spaces.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Installation, workmanship, fabrication, assembly, erection, examination, inspection, and testing shall be in accordance with NFPA 13R and NFPA 13 (when referenced by NFPA 13R), except as modified herein. Install piping straight and true to bear evenly on hangers and supports. Do not hang piping from plaster ceilings. Keep the interior and ends of new piping and existing piping affected by Contractor's operations thoroughly cleaned of water and foreign matter. Keep piping systems clean during installation by means of plugs or other approved methods. When work is not in progress, securely close open ends of piping to prevent entry of water and foreign matter. Inspect piping before placing into position. Provide Teflon based pipe thread sealant or Teflon tape on male pipe threads only.

1. Electrical Work

a. Provide electrical work associated with this section under Division 26

ELECTRICAL, except for fire alarm wiring. Provide fire alarm system under Section 28 31 76 INTERIOR FIRE ALARM AND MASS NOTIFICATION SYSTEM. Provide wiring in rigid metal conduit or intermediate metal conduit, except electrical metallic tubing conduit may be used in dry locations not enclosed in concrete or where not subject to mechanical damage.

2. Disinfection

a. Obtain at least two consecutive satisfactory bacteriological samples from new water piping, analyze by a certified laboratory, and submit results prior to the new water piping being placed into service. Disinfection of systems supplied by nonpotable water is not required.

i. If the samples fail, disinfection is required. Disinfect the new water piping and existing water piping on the supply side of the backflow preventer affected by Contractor's operations in accordance with AWWA C651. Fill piping systems with solution containing minimum of 50 parts per million of available chlorine and allow solution to stand for minimum of 24 hours. Flush solution from the systems with domestic water until maximum residual chlorine content is within the range of 0.2 to 0.5 parts per million, or the residual chlorine content of domestic water supply.

3. Wet Tap Connections to Existing Underground Water Supply Systems

a. Use tapping or drilling machine valve and mechanical joint type sleeves for connections to be made under pressure. Bolt sleeves around the main piping; bolt valve to the branch connection. Open valve, attach

Beale AFB, CA 21 21 00 - 11 drilling machine, make tap, close valve, and remove drilling machine, without interruption of service. Notify the Contracting Officer in writing at least 15 working days prior to connection date; receive approval before any service is interrupted. Furnish materials required to make connections into existing water supply systems, and perform excavating, backfilling, and other incidental labor as required. Furnish the labor and the tapping or drilling machine for making the actual connections to existing systems. Underground mains and lead-in connections to system risers shall be flushed before a connection is made to the sprinkler piping.

4. Buried Piping System

a. Bury tape with the printed side up at a depth of 12 inches below the top surface of earth or the top surface of the subgrade under pavements.

3.2 FIELD PAINTING

A. Clean, pretreat, prime, and paint new fire extinguishing sprinkler systems including valves, steel piping, conduit, and accessories. Apply coatings to clean, dry surfaces, using clean brushes. Clean the surfaces to remove dust, dirt, rust, and loose mill scale.

Immediately after cleaning, provide the metal surfaces with one coat of pretreatment primer applied to a minimum dry film thickness of 0.3 mil, and one coat of zinc molybdate primer applied to a minimum dry film thickness of 1.0 mil. Shield sprinkler heads with protective covering while painting is in progress. Upon completion of painting, remove protective covering from sprinkler heads. Remove sprinkler heads which have been painted and replace with new sprinkler heads. Provide primed surfaces with the following:

1. Piping in Unfinished Areas

a. Provide primed surfaces with one coat of red alkyd gloss enamel applied to a minimum dry film thickness of 1.0 mil in attic spaces, spaces above suspended ceilings, crawl spaces, pipe chases, mechanical equipment room, and spaces where walls or ceiling are not painted or not constructed of a prefinished material. In lieu of red enamel finish coat, provide piping with 2 inch wide red enamel bands or self-adhering red plastic bands spaced at maximum of 20 foot intervals.

2. Piping in Finished Areas

a. Provide primed surfaces with two coats of paint to match adjacent surfaces, except provide valves and operating accessories with one coat of red alkyd gloss enamel applied to a minimum dry film thickness of 1.0 mil. Provide piping with 2 inch wide red enamel bands or self-adhering red plastic bands spaced at maximum of 20 foot intervals throughout the piping systems.

3.3 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Perform test to determine compliance with specified requirements in the presence of the Contracting Officer. Test, inspect, and approve piping before covering or concealing.

1. Preliminary Tests

a. Hydrostatically test each system at 200 psig for a 2 hour period with no leakage or reduction in pressure. Flush piping with potable water in

Beale AFB, CA 21 21 00 - 12 accordance with NFPA 13R. Piping above suspended ceilings shall be tested, inspected, and approved before installation of ceilings. Test the alarms and other devices. Test the water flow alarms by flowing water through the inspector's test connection. When tests have been completed and corrections made, submit a signed and dated certificate, similar to that specified in NFPA 13R.

2. Formal Tests and Inspections

a. Do not submit a request for formal test and inspection until the preliminary test and corrections are completed and approved. Submit a written request for formal inspection at least 15 working days prior to inspection date. An experienced technician regularly employed by the system installer shall be present during the inspection. At this inspection, repeat any or all of the required tests as directed. Correct defects in work provided by the Contractor and make additional tests until the systems comply with contract requirements. Furnish appliances, equipment, electricity, instruments, connecting devices, and personnel for the tests.

The Government will furnish water for the tests.

b. The Contracting Officer, Contracting Officer’s Designated representative, the Contractor’s FPE will witness formal tests and approve systems before systems are accepted.

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Temporary Lodging Facility SLEEVES AND SLEEVE SEALS FOR PLUMBING PIPING Beale AFB, CA 22 05 17 - 1

SECTION 22 05 17

SLEEVES AND SLEEVE SEALS FOR PLUMBING PIPING

1.1 Reference Standard

US Green Building Council (USGBC) LEED For Homes 2009 Edition

1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTS

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

1.3 LEED Summary: Each section's Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, such as (but not limited to) System Descriptions, Submittal Requirements, Materials and Product Requirements, Execution and Implementation, Control Measures, Inspections, shall comply with the LEED For Homes Reference Guide and requirements. Refer to the LEED For Homes Reference Guide and Project Checklist for specific details pertaining to each component specified in this section

1.4 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Sleeves.

2. Sleeve-seal systems.

3. Grout.

1.5 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 SLEEVES

A. Cast-Iron Wall Pipes: Cast or fabricated of cast or ductile iron and equivalent to ductile-iron pressure pipe, with plain ends and integral waterstop unless otherwise indicated.

B. Galvanized-Steel Wall Pipes: ASTM A 53/A 53M, Schedule 40, with plain ends and welded steel collar; zinc coated.

C. Galvanized-Steel-Pipe Sleeves: ASTM A 53/A 53M, Type E, Grade B, Schedule 40, zinc coated, with plain ends.

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D. PVC-Pipe Sleeves: ASTM D 1785, Schedule 40.

E. Galvanized-Steel-Sheet Sleeves: 0.0239-inch minimum thickness; round tube closed with welded longitudinal joint.

F. Molded-PE or -PP Sleeves: Removable, tapered-cup shaped, and smooth outer surface with nailing flange for attaching to wooden forms.

G. Molded-PVC Sleeves: With nailing flange for attaching to wooden forms.

2.2 SLEEVE-SEAL SYSTEMS

A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, available manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Advance Products & Systems, Inc.

2. CALPICO, Inc.

3. Metraflex Company (The).

4. Pipeline Seal and Insulator, Inc.

5. Proco Products, Inc.

B. Description: Modular sealing-element unit, designed for field assembly, for filling annular space between piping and sleeve.

1. Sealing Elements: EPDM-rubber interlocking links shaped to fit surface of pipe.

Include type and number required for pipe material and size of pipe.

2. Pressure Plates: Carbon steel.

3. Connecting Bolts and Nuts: Carbon steel, with corrosion-resistant coating, of length required to secure pressure plates to sealing elements.

2.3 GROUT

A. Standard: ASTM C 1107/C 1107M, Grade B, post-hardening and volume-adjusting, dry, hydraulic-cement grout.

B. Characteristics: Nonshrink; recommended for interior and exterior applications.

C. Design Mix: 5000-psi, 28-day compressive strength.

D. Packaging: Premixed and factory packaged.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 SLEEVE INSTALLATION

A. Install sleeves for piping passing through penetrations in floors, partitions, roofs, and walls.

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B. For sleeves that will have sleeve-seal system installed, select sleeves of size large enough to provide 1-inch annular clear space between piping and concrete slabs and walls.

1. Sleeves are not required for core-drilled holes.

C. Install sleeves in concrete floors, concrete roof slabs, and concrete walls as new slabs and walls are constructed.

1. Permanent sleeves are not required for holes in slabs formed by molded-PE or - PP sleeves.

2. Cut sleeves to length for mounting flush with both surfaces.

3. Using grout, seal the space outside of sleeves in slabs and walls without sleeve-seal system.

D. Install sleeves for pipes passing through interior partitions.

1. Cut sleeves to length for mounting flush with both surfaces.

2. Install sleeves that are large enough to provide 1/4-inch annular clear space between sleeve and pipe or pipe insulation.

3. Seal annular space between sleeve and piping or piping insulation; use joint sealants appropriate for size, depth, and location of joint. Comply with requirements for sealants specified in Section 079200 "Joint Sealants."

E. Fire-Barrier Penetrations: Maintain indicated fire rating of walls, partitions, ceilings, and floors at pipe penetrations. Seal pipe penetrations with firestop materials. Comply with requirements for firestopping specified in Section 078413 "Penetration Firestopping."

3.2 SLEEVE-SEAL-SYSTEM INSTALLATION

A. Install sleeve-seal systems in sleeves in exterior concrete walls and slabs-on-grade at service piping entries into building.

B. Select type, size, and number of sealing elements required for piping material and size and for sleeve ID or hole size. Position piping in center of sleeve. Center piping in penetration, assemble sleeve-seal system components, and install in annular space between piping and sleeve. Tighten bolts against pressure plates that cause sealing elements to expand and make a watertight seal.

3.3 SLEEVE-SEAL-FITTING INSTALLATION

A. Install sleeve-seal fittings in new walls and slabs as they are constructed.

B. Assemble fitting components of length to be flush with both surfaces of concrete slabs and walls. Position waterstop flange to be centered in concrete slab or wall.

C. Secure nailing flanges to concrete forms.

D. Using grout, seal the space around outside of sleeve-seal fittings.

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3.4 SLEEVE AND SLEEVE-SEAL SCHEDULE

A. Use sleeves and sleeve seals for the following piping-penetration applications:

1. Exterior Concrete Walls above Grade:

a. Piping Smaller Than NPS 6: Galvanized-steel-pipe sleeves .

2. Concrete Slabs-on-Grade:

a. Piping Smaller Than NPS 6: Galvanized-steel-pipe sleeves with sleeve-seal system .

1) Select sleeve size to allow for 1-inch annular clear space between piping and sleeve for installing sleeve-seal system.

3. Interior Partitions:

a. Piping Smaller than NPS 6 (DN 150) : Galvanized-steel-pipe sleeves .

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SECTION 22 05 18

ESCUTCHEONS FOR PLUMBING PIPING

1.1 Reference Standard

Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.3 LEED Summary: Each section's Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, such as (but not limited to) System Descriptions, Submittal Requirements, Materials and Product Requirements, Execution and Implementation, Control Measures, Inspections, shall comply with the LEED For Homes Reference Guide and requirements. Refer to the LEED For Homes Reference Guide and Project Checklist for specific details pertaining to each component specified in this section

1.4 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Escutcheons.

2. Floor plates.

1.5 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 ESCUTCHEONS

A. One-Piece, Cast-Brass Type: With polished, chrome-plated finish and setscrew fastener.

B. Split-Casting Brass Type: With polished, chrome-plated finish and with concealed hinge and setscrew.

C. Split-Plate, Stamped-Steel Type: With chrome-plated finish, concealed hinge, and spring-clip fasteners.

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2.2 FLOOR PLATES

A. One-Piece Floor Plates: Cast-iron flange with holes for fasteners.

B. Split-Casting Floor Plates: Cast brass with concealed hinge.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Install escutcheons for piping penetrations of walls, ceilings, and finished floors.

B. Install escutcheons with ID to closely fit around pipe, tube, and insulation of insulated piping and with OD that completely covers opening.

1. Escutcheons for New Piping:

a. Piping with Fitting or Sleeve Protruding from Wall: One-piece, deep-pattern type.

b. Chrome-Plated Piping: One-piece, cast-brass type with polished, chrome-plated finish.

c. Insulated Piping: One-piece, stamped-steel type.

d. Bare Piping at Wall and Floor Penetrations in Finished Spaces: One-piece, cast-brass type with polished, chrome-plated finish.

e. Bare Piping at Wall and Floor Penetrations in Finished Spaces: One-piece, stamped-steel type .

f. Bare Piping at Ceiling Penetrations in Finished Spaces: One-piece, cast-brass type with polished, chrome-plated finish.

g. Bare Piping at Ceiling Penetrations in Finished Spaces: One-piece, stamped-steel type .

h. Bare Piping in Unfinished Service Spaces: One-piece, cast-brass type with rough-brass finish.

i. Bare Piping in Unfinished Service Spaces: One-piece, stamped-steel type .

j. Bare Piping in Equipment Rooms: One-piece, cast-brass type with polished, chrome-plated finish.

k. Bare Piping in Equipment Rooms: One-piece, stamped-steel type .

C. Install floor plates for piping penetrations of equipment-room floors.

D. Install floor plates with ID to closely fit around pipe, tube, and insulation of piping and with OD that completely covers opening.

1. New Piping: One-piece, floor-plate type.

3.2 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Replace broken and damaged escutcheons and floor plates using new materials.

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SECTION 22 05 19

METERS AND GAGES FOR PLUMBING PIPING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCE STANDARD

Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.3 LEED Summary: Each section's Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, such as (but not limited to) System Descriptions, Submittal Requirements, Materials and Product Requirements, Execution and Implementation, Control Measures, Inspections, shall comply with the LEED For Homes Reference Guide and requirements. Refer to the LEED For Homes Reference Guide and Project Checklist for specific details pertaining to each component specified in this section

1.4 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Bimetallic-actuated thermometers.

2. Thermowells.

3. Dial-type pressure gages.

4. Gage attachments.

5. Test plugs.

1.5 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated.

1.6 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Operation and Maintenance Data: For meters and gages to include in operation and maintenance manuals.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 BIMETALLIC-ACTUATED THERMOMETERS

A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, available manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Ashcroft Inc.

2. Ernst Flow Industries.

3. Marsh Bellofram.

4. Miljoco Corporation.

5. Nanmac Corporation.

6. Noshok.

7. Palmer Wahl Instrumentation Group.

8. REOTEMP Instrument Corporation.

9. Tel-Tru Manufacturing Company.

10. Trerice, H. O. Co.

11. Watts Regulator Co.; a div. of Watts Water Technologies, Inc.

12. Weiss Instruments, Inc.

13. WIKA Instrument Corporation - USA.

14. Winters Instruments - U.S.

B. Standard: ASME B40.200.

C. Case: type(s); stainless steel with 3-inch nominal diameter.

D. Dial: Nonreflective aluminum with permanently etched scale markings and scales in deg F .

E. Connector Type(s): Union joint, adjustable angle, with unified-inch screw threads.

F. Connector Size: 1/2 inch, with ASME B1.1 screw threads.

G. Stem: 0.25 or 0.375 inch in diameter; stainless steel.

H. Window: Plain glass .

I. Ring: Stainless steel.

J. Element: Bimetal coil.

K. Pointer: Dark-colored metal.

L. Accuracy: Plus or minus 1 percent of scale range.

2.2 PRESSURE GAGES

A. Direct-Mounted, Metal-Case, Dial-Type Pressure Gages:

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1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, available manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. AMETEK, Inc.; U.S. Gauge.

b. Ashcroft Inc.

c. Ernst Flow Industries.

d. Flo Fab Inc.

e. Marsh Bellofram.

f. Miljoco Corporation.

g. Noshok.

h. Palmer Wahl Instrumentation Group.

i. REOTEMP Instrument Corporation.

j. Tel-Tru Manufacturing Company.

k. Trerice, H. O. Co.

l. Watts Regulator Co.; a div. of Watts Water Technologies, Inc.

m. Weiss Instruments, Inc.

n. WIKA Instrument Corporation - USA.

o. Winters Instruments - U.S.

2. Standard: ASME B40.100.

3. Case: Sealed type(s); cast aluminum or drawn steel; 4-1/2-inch nominal diameter.

4. Pressure-Element Assembly: Bourdon tube unless otherwise indicated.

5. Pressure Connection: Brass, with NPS 1/4 ASME B1.20.1 pipe threads and bottom-outlet type unless back-outlet type is indicated.

6. Movement: Mechanical, with link to pressure element and connection to pointer.

7. Dial: Nonreflective aluminum with permanently etched scale markings graduated in psi (kPa).

8. Pointer: Dark-colored metal.

9. Window: Glass .

10. Ring: Stainless steel.

11. Accuracy: Grade A, plus or minus 1 percent of middle half of scale range.

2.3 GAGE ATTACHMENTS

A. Snubbers: ASME B40.100, brass; with NPS 1/4 ASME B1.20.1 pipe threads and piston -type surge-dampening device. Include extension for use on insulated piping.

B. Valves: Brass or stainless-steel needle, with NPS 1/4 ASME B1.20.1 pipe threads.

2.4 TEST PLUGS

A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, available manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Flow Design, Inc.

2. Miljoco Corporation.

3. National Meter, Inc.

4. Peterson Equipment Co., Inc.

5. Sisco Manufacturing Company, Inc.

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6. Trerice, H. O. Co.

7. Watts Regulator Co.; a div. of Watts Water Technologies, Inc.

8. Weiss Instruments, Inc.

B. Description: Test-station fitting made for insertion into piping tee fitting.

C. Body: Brass or stainless steel with core inserts and gasketed and threaded cap. Include extended stem on units to be installed in insulated piping.

D. Thread Size: NPS 1/4 ASME B1.20.1 pipe thread.

E. Minimum Pressure and Temperature Rating: 500 psig at 200 deg F.

F. Core Inserts: Chlorosulfonated polyethylene synthetic and EPDM self-sealing rubber.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Install thermowells with socket extending a minimum of 2 inches into fluid and in vertical position in piping tees.

B. Install thermowells of sizes required to match thermometer connectors. Include bushings if required to match sizes.

C. Install thermowells with extension on insulated piping.

D. Fill thermowells with heat-transfer medium.

E. Install direct-mounted thermometers in thermowells and adjust vertical and tilted positions.

F. Install direct-mounted pressure gages in piping tees with pressure gage located on pipe at the most readable position.

G. Install valve and snubber in piping for each pressure gage for fluids.

H. Install test plugs in piping tees.

I. Install thermometers in the following locations:

1. Inlet and outlet of each water heater.

2. Inlets and outlets of each domestic water heat exchanger.

3. Inlet and outlet of each domestic hot-water storage tank.

J. Install pressure gages in the following locations:

1. Building water service entrance into building.

2. Inlet and outlet of each pressure-reducing valve.

3. Suction and discharge of each domestic water pump.

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3.2 CONNECTIONS

A. Install meters and gages adjacent to machines and equipment to allow service and maintenance of meters, gages, machines, and equipment.

3.3 ADJUSTING

A. Adjust faces of meters and gages to proper angle for best visibility.

3.4 THERMOMETER SCHEDULE

A. Thermometers at inlet and outlet of each domestic water heater shall be one of the following:

1. Sealed, bimetallic-actuated type.

2. Test plug with EPDM self-sealing rubber inserts.

B. Thermometers at inlets and outlets of each domestic water heat exchanger shall be one of the following:

1. Sealed, bimetallic-actuated type.

2. Test plug with EPDM self-sealing rubber inserts.

C. Thermometers at inlet and outlet of each domestic hot-water storage tank shall be one of the following:

1. Sealed, bimetallic-actuated type.

2. Test plug with EPDM self-sealing rubber inserts.

D. Thermometer stems shall be of length to match thermowell insertion length.

3.5 THERMOMETER SCALE-RANGE SCHEDULE

A. Scale Range for Domestic Cold-Water Piping: 0 to 150 deg F.

B. Scale Range for Domestic Hot-Water Piping: 0 to 250 deg F.

3.6 PRESSURE-GAGE SCHEDULE

A. Pressure gages at discharge of each water service into building shall be one of the following:

1. Sealed Solid-front, pressure-relief , direct -mounted, metal case.

2. Test plug with EPDM self-sealing rubber inserts.

B. Pressure gages at inlet and outlet of each water pressure-reducing valve shall be one of the following:

1. Sealed Solid-front, pressure-relief , direct -mounted, metal case.

2. [Test plug with EPDM self-sealing rubber inserts.

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C. Pressure gages at suction and discharge of each domestic water pump shall be one of the following:

1. Sealed Solid-front, pressure-relief , direct -mounted, metal case.

2. Test plug with EPDM self-sealing rubber inserts.

3.7 PRESSURE-GAGE SCALE-RANGE SCHEDULE

A. Scale Range for Water Service Piping: 0 to 100 psi.

B. Scale Range for Domestic Water Piping: 0 to 100 psi.

Temporary Lodging Facility GENERAL-DUTY VALVES FOR PLUMBING PIPING Beale AFB, CA 22 05 23 - 1

SECTION 22 05 23

GENERAL-DUTY VALVES FOR PLUMBING PIPING

Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.3 LEED Summary: Each section's Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, such as (but not limited to) System Descriptions, Submittal Requirements, Materials and Product Requirements, Execution and Implementation, Control Measures, Inspections, shall comply with the LEED For Homes Reference Guide and requirements. Refer to the LEED For Homes Reference Guide and Project Checklist for specific details pertaining to each component specified in this section

1.4 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Bronze angle valves.

2. Bronze ball valves.

3. Bronze lift check valves.

4. Bronze swing check valves.

5. Bronze gate valves.

6. Bronze globe valves.

7. Lubricated plug valves.

B. Related Sections:

1. Section 220553 "Identification for Plumbing Piping and Equipment" for valve tags and schedules.

2. Section 221116 "Domestic Water Piping" for valves applicable only to this piping.

1.5 DEFINITIONS

A. CWP: Cold working pressure.

B. EPDM: Ethylene propylene copolymer rubber.

C. NBR: Acrylonitrile-butadiene, Buna-N, or nitrile rubber.

D. NRS: Nonrising stem.

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E. OS&Y: Outside screw and yoke.

F. RS: Rising stem.

G. SWP: Steam working pressure.

1.6 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of valve indicated.

1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Source Limitations for Valves: Obtain each type of valve from single source from single manufacturer.

B. ASME Compliance:

1. ASME B16.10 and ASME B16.34 for ferrous valve dimensions and design criteria.

2. ASME B31.1 for power piping valves.

3. ASME B31.9 for building services piping valves.

C. NSF Compliance: NSF 61 for valve materials for potable-water service.

1.8 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Prepare valves for shipping as follows:

1. Protect internal parts against rust and corrosion.

2. Protect threads, flange faces, grooves, and weld ends.

3. Set angle, gate, and globe valves closed to prevent rattling.

4. Set ball and plug valves open to minimize exposure of functional surfaces.

5. Set butterfly valves closed or slightly open.

6. Block check valves in either closed or open position.

B. Use the following precautions during storage:

1. Maintain valve end protection.

2. Store valves indoors and maintain at higher than ambient dew point temperature.

If outdoor storage is necessary, store valves off the ground in watertight enclosures.

C. Use sling to handle large valves; rig sling to avoid damage to exposed parts. Do not use handwheels or stems as lifting or rigging points.

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2.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR VALVES

A. Valve Pressure and Temperature Ratings: Not less than indicated and as required for system pressures and temperatures.

B. Valve Sizes: Same as upstream piping unless otherwise indicated.

C. Valve Actuator Types:

1. Handwheel: For valves other than quarter-turn types.

2. Handlever: For quarter-turn valves NPS 6 and smaller.

3. Wrench: For plug valves with square heads. Furnish Owner with 1 wrench for every 5 plug valves, for each size square plug-valve head.

D. Valves in Insulated Piping: With 2-inch stem extensions and the following features:

1. Gate Valves: With rising stem.

2. Ball Valves: With extended operating handle of non-thermal-conductive material, and protective sleeve that allows operation of valve without breaking the vapor seal or disturbing insulation.

E. Valve-End…