171214_Specs_Vol_2_B3_Battle_Creek_Cyber_Ops.pdf

Specifications Volume 2 of 3

For

Michigan Air National Guard WK Kellogg Airport

Battle Creek, Michigan Repair Bldg 6922 for Cyber Operations Squadron

Project No. MBMV 162472

Mead & Hunt, Inc.

3141900-160242.01

Prepared for:

WK Kellogg Airport Michigan Air National Guard

Battle Creek, Michigan

Prepared by:

Type B-3

December 14, 2017

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SECTION 000110 - CONTENTS

VOLUME 1

DIVISION 00 - PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

000101 PROJECT TITLE PAGE

000110 TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

010000 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

011000 SUMMARY

011620 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL USAGE REQUIREMENTS

012500 SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

013100 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

013150 REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION

013200 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

013300 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES with AF Form 66

014000 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

014200 REFERENCES

015000 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

016000 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

016235 RECYCLED AND RECOVERED MATERIALS

017300 EXECUTION

017329 CUTTING AND PATCHING

017700 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

017823 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

017839 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

017900 DEMONSTRATION AND TRAINING

019113 GENERAL COMMISSIONING REQUIREMENTS

DIVISION 02 - EXISTING CONDITIONS

024119 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

DIVISION 03 - CONCRETE

033000 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

DIVISION 04 - MASONRY

042200 CONCRETE UNIT MASONRY

DIVISION 05 - METALS

052100 STEEL JOIST FRAMING

053100 STEEL DECKING

DIVISION 06 - WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

064116 PLASTIC-LAMINATE-CLAD ARCHITECTURAL CABINETS

DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

072100 THERMAL INSULATION

079200 JOINT SEALANTS

DIVISION 08 - OPENINGS

081113 HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES

081416 FLUSH WOOD DOORS

083113 ACCESS DOORS AND FRAMES

083473 SOUND CONTROL DOOR ASSEMBLIES

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083513 OPERABLE PARTITIONS

084113 ALUMINUM-FRAMED ENTRANCES AND STOREFRONTS

087100 DOOR HARDWARE

088000 GLAZING

DIVISION 09 - FINISHES

092216 NON-STRUCTURAL METAL FRAMING

092900 GYPSUM BOARD

093000 TILING

095113 ACOUSTICAL PANEL CEILINGS

096513 RESILIENT BASE AND ACCESSORIES

096816 CARPETING

096900 ACCESS FLOORING

098316 ACOUSTIC CEILING COATING

099100 PAINTING

099600 HIGH-PERFORMANCE COATINGS

DIVISION 10 - SPECIALTIES

101100 MARKERBOARDS

101400 SIGNAGE

102113 SOLID COLOR REINFORCED COMPOSITE TOILET PARTITIONS

102600 WALL AND DOOR PROTECTION

102800 TOILET AND BATH ACCESSORIES

104413 FIRE EXTINGUISHER CABINETS

DIVISION 11 - EQUIPMENT

115200 AUDIO-VISUAL EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 12 - FURNISHINGS

124800 ENTRANCE FLOOR MATS AND FRAMES

DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

NOT APPLICABLE

DIVISION 14 - CONVEYING EQUIPMENT

NOT APPLICABLE

VOLUME 2

DIVISION 21 - FIRE SUPPRESSION

212200 CLEAN-AGENT FIRE-EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS

219000 WATER BASED FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS

DIVISION 22 - PLUMBING

220500 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR PLUMBING

220519 METERS AND GAGES FOR PLUMBING PIPING

220523 GENERAL-DUTY VALVES FOR PLUMBING PIPING

220529 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

220553 IDENTIFICATION FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

220700 INSULATION FOR PLUMBING

221116 SUPPLY PIPING FOR PLUMBING

221119 SUPPLY PIPING SPECIALTIES FOR PLUMBING

221120 NATURAL-GAS PIPING

221123 SUPPLY PIPING PUMPS FOR PLUMBING

221316 DRAIN AND VENT PIPING

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221319 DRAIN PIPING SPECIALTIES FOR PLUMBING

223400 FUEL-FIRED, DOMESTIC-WATER HEATERS

224000 PLUMBING FIXTURES

224700 WATER COOLERS

DIVISION 23 - HEATING VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

230500 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC

230513 COMMON MOTOR REQUIREMENTS FOR HVAC EQUIPMENT

230514 VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVES

230519 METERS AND GAGES FOR HVAC PIPING

230523 GENERAL-DUTY VALVES FOR HVAC PIPING

230529 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

230548.13 VIBRATION CONTROLS FOR HVAC

230553 IDENTIFICATION FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

230593 TESTING, ADJUSTING, AND BALANCING FOR HVAC

230713 DUCT INSULATION

230719 HVAC PIPING INSULATION

230800 COMMISSIONING OF HVAC

230900 INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL FOR HVAC

230993 SEQUENCE OF OPERATIONS FOR HVAC CONTROLS

232113 HYDRONIC PIPING

232116 HYDRONIC PIPING SPECIALTIES

232513 WATER TREATMENT FOR CLOSED-LOOP HYDRONIC SYSTEMS

233113 METAL DUCTS

233300 AIR DUCT ACCESSORIES

233423 HVAC POWER VENTILATORS

233600 AIR TERMINAL UNITS

233713 DIFFUSERS, REGISTERS, AND GRILLES

238123 COMPUTER-ROOM AIR-CONDITIONERS

238126 SPLIT-SYSTEM AIR-CONDITIONERS

238239.13 CABINET UNIT HEATERS

VOLUME 3

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

260500 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL

260502 ELECTRICAL DEMOLITION AND ALTERATION

260519 LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

260523 CONTROL-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CABLES

260526 GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

260529 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

260533 RACEWAYS AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

260544 SLEEVES AND SLEEVE SEALS FOR ELECTRICAL RACEWAYS AND CABLING

260553 IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

260573.13 OVERCURRENT PROTECTIVE DEVICE SHORT-CIRCUIT STUDY

260573.19 OVERCURRENT PROTECTIVE DEVICE ARC-FLASH STUDY

262200 LOW-VOLTAGE TRANSFORMERS

262416 PANELBOARDS

262500 TRACK BUSWAYS

262713 ELECTRICITY METERING

262726 WIRING DEVICES

262813 FUSES

262816 ENCLOSED SWITCHES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

262913.03 MANUAL AND MAGNETIC MOTOR CONTROLLERS

263213 DIESEL ENGINE GENERATORS

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263323 CENTRAL BATTERY EQUIPMENT FOR EMERGENCY LIGHTING

263353 STATIC UNINTERRUPTIBLE POWER SUPPLY

263600 TRANSFER SWITCHES

264113 LIGHTNING PROTECTION FOR STRUCTURES

264313 SURGE PROTECTION FOR LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CIRCUITS

265100 INTERIOR LIGHTING

265600 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

DIVISION 27 - COMMUNICATIONS

270526 GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS

270528 PATHWAYS FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS

270529 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS

270536 CABLE TRAYS FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS

270544 SLEEVES AND SLEEVE SEALS FOR COMMUNICATIONS PATHWAYS AND CABLING

270553 IDENTIFICATION FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS

271100 COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT ROOM FITTINGS

271116 COMMUNICATIONS RACKS, FRAMES, AND ENCLOSURES

271313 COMMUNICATIONS COPPER BACKBONE CABLING

271323 COMMUNICATIONS OPTICAL FIBER BACKBONE CABLING

271333 COMMUNICATIONS COAXIAL BACKBONE CABLING

271513 COMMUNICATIONS COPPER HORIZONTAL CABLING

271523 COMMUNICATIONS OPTICAL FIBER HORIZONTAL CABLING

271533 COMMUNICATIONS COAXIAL HORIZONTAL CABLING

DIVISION 28 - ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

281300 ACCESS CONTROL SOFTWARE AND DATABASE MANAGEMENT

281500 ACCESS CONTROL HARDWARE DEVICES

282000 VIDEO SURVEILLANCE

283100 INTRUSION DETECTION

283176 INTERIOR FIRE ALARM AND MASS NOTIFICATION SYSTEM

DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK

312000 EARTH MOVING

DIVISION 32 - EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

321216 ASPHALT PAVING

321313 CONCRETE PAVING

323113 CHAIN LINK FENCES AND GATES

329200 TURF AND GRASSES

DIVISION 33 - UTILITIES

330523.13 UTILITY HORIZONTAL DIRECTIONAL DRILLING

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EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS

SECTION 212200 - CLEAN-AGENT FIRE-EXTINGUISHING SYSTEMS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

A. This specification outlines the requirements for a “Total Flooding” clean agent fire extinguishing system fluid at 725 psi and utilizing a conventional detection and control system. The work described in this specification includes all engineering, labor, materials, equipment and services required to install and test the clean agent fire extinguishing and control system.

1.2 APPLICABLE STANDARDS AND PUBLICATIONS

A. The design, equipment, installation, testing and maintenance of the Clean Agent Suppression System shall be in accordance with the applicable requirements set forth in the latest edition of the following codes and standards.

1. NFPA 2001 - Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems.

2. NFPA 70 - National Electric Code.

3. NFPA 72 – National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code.

4. FM - Factory Mutual Approval Guide.

5. UL - Fire Protection Equipment Directory.

6. Department of Transportation (DOT) Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations

7. NEMA – Enclosures for Industrial Controls and Systems.

8. All Requirements of Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)

B. The standards listed, as well as all other applicable codes, standards, and good engineering practices shall be used as "minimum" design standards.

1.3 REQUIREMENTS

A. The Suppression System installation shall be made in accordance with the drawings, specifications and applicable standards. Should a conflict occur between the drawings and specifications, the specifications shall prevail.

1.4 EXCLUSIONS

A. The work listed below shall be provided by others, or under other sections of this specification:

1. 120 VAC or 220 VAC power supply to the system control panel.

2. Interlock wiring and conduit for shutdown of HVAC, dampers and/or electric power supplies, relays or shunt trip breakers.

3. Connection to local/remote fire alarm systems or listed central alarm station(s).

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Manufacturer

1. The name of the manufacturer shall appear on all major components.

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2. All devices, components and equipment shall be the products of the same manufacturer.

3. All devices, components and equipment shall be new, standard products of the manufacturer’s latest design and suitable to perform the functions intended.

4. All devices and equipment shall be UL Listed and/or FM Approved.

B. Installer

1. The installing contractor shall be trained by the supplier to design, install, test and maintain fire suppression systems.

2. When possible, the installing contractor shall employ a NICET certified special hazard designer, Level II or above, who will be responsible for this project.

3. The installing contractor shall be an experienced firm regularly engaged in the installation of automatic Clean Agent, or similar, fire suppression systems in strict accordance with all applicable codes and standards.

4. The installing contractor must have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in the design, installation and testing of Clean Agent, or similar, fire suppression systems. A list of systems of a similar nature and scope shall be provided on request.

5. The installing contractor shall show evidence that his company carries a minimum $2,000,000.00 liability and completed operations insurance policy.

These limits shall supersede limits required in the general conditions of the specifications.

6. The installing contractor shall maintain, or have access to, a Clean Agent recharging station. The installing contractor shall provide proof of this ability to recharge the largest Clean Agent system within 24 hours after a discharge.

Include the amount of bulk agent storage available.

7. The installing contractor shall be an authorized stocking distributor of the Clean Agent system equipment so that immediate replacement parts are available from inventory.

8. The installing contractor shall show proof of emergency service available on a twenty-four- hour-a-day, seven-day-a-week basis.

1.6 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. The installing contractor shall submit the following design information and drawings for approval prior to starting installation on this project.

1. Working plans indicating detailed layout of system, locating each component (e.g. agent cylinder, control panel, electric/manual pull station, audible and visual alarms). Include control diagrams, wiring diagrams, written sequence of operation or cause and affect matrix along with battery calculations, and pipe locations including size and length. Refer to NFPA 2001 Section 5.1.2.

2. Product data for each piece of equipment comprising the system including storage cylinders, control valves and pilot controls, control panels, nozzles, manual stations, detectors, alarm bells or horns, switches, and annunciators.

3. Design calculations derived from computer program software and verified by both Underwriters Laboratories and Factory Mutual. Analysis shall include calculations to verify system terminal pressures, nozzle flow rates, orifice code number, piping pressure losses, component flow data, and pipe sizes considering actual and equivalent lengths of pipe and elevation changes.

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4. Manufacturer's installation and operation manual.

1.7 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Operation and Maintenance

1. Prior to final acceptance, the installing contractor shall provide complete operation and maintenance instruction manuals, four (4) copies for each system, to the owner. All aspects of system operation and maintenance shall be detailed, including piping isometrics, wiring diagrams of all circuits, a written description of the system design, sequence of operation and drawing(s) illustrating control logic and equipment used in the system. Checklists and procedures for emergency situations, troubleshooting techniques, maintenance operations and procedures shall be included in the manual.

B. As-Built Drawings

1. Upon completion of each system, the installing contractor shall provide four (4) copies of system “As- Built” drawings to the owner. The drawings shall show actual installation details including all equipment locations (e.g. control panel(s), agent container(s), detectors, alarms, manuals and aborts, etc.) as well as piping and conduit routing details. Show all room or facilities modifications, including door and/or damper installations completed.

C. Test Plan submittal.

1.8 WARRANTY

A. All components furnished and installed under this contract shall be warranted against defects in design, materials and workmanship for the full warranty period which is standard with the manufacturer, but in no case less than one (1) year from the date of system acceptance.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. The Clean Agent System materials and equipment shall be standard products of the supplier’s latest design and suitable to perform the functions intended. When one or more pieces of equipment must perform the same function(s), they shall be duplicates produced by one manufacturer.

B. All devices and equipment shall be UL Listed and/or FM approved.

C. The fire suppression agent shall be a clean dry, non- corrosive, non-damaging, non-deteriorating, and meeting the requirements of NFPA 2001. The agent shall be suitable for use in normally occupied spaces. Agent shall be listed as “Acceptable” on the EPA’s SNAP list.

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2.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

A. Server Room - The system shall provide a minimum agent design concentration of 4.7% by volume for Class C hazard at the minimum anticipated temperature protecting the Server Room. Protected spaces shall include the room, above ceiling space and the raised floor. The system should be designed to discharge its liquid contents in 10 seconds or less. System design shall not exceed 10% for normally occupied spaces, adjusted for maximum space temperature anticipated, with provisions for room evacuation before agent release. Concentration may vary depending on the AHJ but may never be less than 4.7% for Class C.

B. The system shall be complete in all ways. It shall include all mechanical and electrical installation, all detection and control equipment, agent storage cylinders, fluid, discharge nozzles, pipe and fittings, manual release and abort stations, audible and visual alarm devices, auxiliary devices and controls, shutdowns, alarm interface, caution/advisory signs, functional checkout and testing, training and all other operations necessary for a functional, UL Listed and/or FM Approved Clean Agent Suppression System.

C. The system(s) shall be actuated by the existing detection within the three spaces being protected. Coordination with the GC and existing fire alarm contractor is required to determine if additional detection needs to be included.

D. Detectors shall be Cross-Zoned detection requiring two detectors to be in alarm before release.

E. Automatic operation of each protected area shall be as follows:

1. Actuation of one (1) detector, within the system, shall:

a. Flash the COMMON ALARM lamp and corresponding zone lamp on the control panel face.

b. Display “DETECTION ZONE #” on the control panel LCD.

c. Energize an alarm bell and/or an optional visual indicator.

d. Transfer auxiliary contacts which can perform auxiliary system functions such as:

1) Operate door holder/closures on access doors

2) Transmit a signal to a fire alarm system

3) Shutdown HVAC equipment

2. Actuation of a 2nd detector, within the system, shall:

a. Flash the PRE-DISCHARGE lamp on the control panel face.

b. Energize a pre-discharge horn or horn/strobe device.

c. Shut down the HVAC system and/or dampers.

d. Start time-delay sequence (not to exceed 60 seconds)

e. System abort sequence is enabled at this time.

3. After completion of the time-delay sequence, the cylinder electric actuator shall activate, the Clean Agent system shall discharge and the following shall occur:

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a. Illuminate the “DISCHARGE” lamp on the control panel face.

b. Shutdown of all power to high-voltage equipment.

c. Energize a visual indicator(s) outside the hazard in which the discharge occurred

d. Energize a “System Fire” audible device. (Optional)

4. The system shall be capable of being actuated by manual discharge devices located at each hazard exit. Operation of a manual device shall duplicate the sequence description above except the time delays and abort functions shall be bypassed. The manual discharge station shall be of the electrical actuation type and shall be supervised at the main control panel.

2.3 CLEAN AGENT STORAGE AND DISTRIBUTION

A. Each system shall have its own supply of clean agent.

B. The system design can be modular, central storage, or a combination of both design criteria.

C. Systems shall be designed in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines.

D. Each supply shall be located within the hazard area, or as near as possible, to reduce the amount of pipe and fittings required to, install the system.

E. The clean agent shall be stored in seamless Storage Cylinder Assemblies. Cylinders shall be super-pressurized with dry nitrogen to an operating pressure of 725 psi @ 70°F (50 bar @ 21°C). Cylinders shall be of high-strength low alloy steel construction and conform to NFPA 2001.

F. Cylinders shall have a threaded protection ring on the tank collar and ¼” steel protection cap for handling and shipment.

G. Valve shall be constructed of forged brass and operate by means of pressure differential. Valve shall be constructed as to not require rebuild after discharge, Valve shall allow for means to pressurize cylinder without need for valve operation.

H. The primary cylinder assembly(s) shall be actuated by a resettable electric actuator or by pneumatic means from a PAE pilot cylinder. Non-resettable or explosive devices shall not be permitted.

I. The cylinders shall be mounted using wall racks on solid walls. The cylinders and racks shall be arranged to allow a service aisle for cylinder removal and cylinder weighing.

J. Each cylinder assembly shall have a contact pressure gauge with integrated low pressure switch to provide visual and electrical supervision of the cylinder pressure. The low pressure switch shall be wired to the control panel to provide an audible and visual supervisory condition signal in the event the cylinder pressure drops below 10% working pressure. The pressure gauge shall be color coded to provide an easy, visual indication of cylinder pressure.

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K. Each cylinder assembly shall have a pressure relief provision that automatically operates before the internal pressure exceeds 1290 psi (89 bar) for cylinders with 1-1/2” valves and 1276 psi (88 bar) for cylinders with 2” valves.

L. When more than one cylinder is connected to a common manifold, a check valve shall be provided with each cylinder.

M. Engineered discharge nozzles shall be provided within the manufacturer’s guidelines to distribute the clean agent fluid throughout the protected spaces. The nozzles shall be designed to provide proper agent quantity and distribution. Nozzles shall be available in ½ inch through 2 inch pipe sizes. Each size shall be available in 180° and 360º distribution patterns.

1. Nozzles shall be permanently marked as to part number and orifice diameter.

2. Nozzles shall be of the type utilizing internal orifice plates.

3. Nozzles should be listed and/or approved to be used in the upright or pendant position.

4. Ceiling plates can be used with the nozzles to conceal pipe entry holes through ceiling tiles.

N. Distribution piping, and fittings, shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s requirements, NFPA 2001 and approved piping standards and guidelines. All distribution piping shall be installed by qualified individuals using accepted practices and quality procedures. All piping shall be adequately supported and anchored at all directional changes and nozzle locations. The piping shall be laid out to give maximum flow and to avoid possible mechanical, chemical or other damage. Installation shall follow drawings as closely as possible. System designer must be consulted for anything other than minor deviations in pipe routing.

1. Black or galvanized steel pipe shall be either ASTM A53 seamless or electric welded, Grade A or B or ASTM A-106, Grade A, B, or C. ASTM A-120, ordinary cast-iron pipe, aluminum pipe, or non-metallic pipe shall not be used. Stainless steel pipe shall be 304, 316, 304L, or 316L for threaded connections or 304L or 316L for welded connections.

2. Threaded fittings must comply with NFPA 2001 and be at a minimum class 300 malleable iron, class 300 ductile iron. Cast iron and Class 150 pound fittings shall not be used.

3. Grooved fittings and couplings must comply with NFPA 2001. Piping shall be rolled or cut grooved in accordance with the fitting or coupling manufacturer's guidelines.

4. Gaskets must be compatible with clean agent fluid (typically EPDM having a temperature range of -30°F to 230°F [-34°C to 110°C]). Gasket lubricant must be in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.

5. The minimum allowable working pressure at 70°F (21.1°C) for pipe and fittings in closed sections of pipe must be greater than or equal to the maximum operating pressure of the discharge pipe safety relief valve.

6. Reductions in pipe sizes may be accomplished using threaded or grooved concentric reducing fittings, steel or stainless steel concentric swage fittings, or steel or stainless steel reducing bushings. All such fittings must comply with NFPA 2001. Pipe reductions can be made using machined or forged steel hex bushings. Malleable and/or cast iron bushings are NOT to be used.

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7. All piping shall be reamed, blown clear and swabbed with suitable solvents to remove burrs, mill varnish and cutting oils before assembly.

8. All screwed pipe shall be coated with Teflon tape.

9. Piping shall be pneumatically tested in a closed circuit for a period of 10 minutes at 40 psi (2.76 bar) per the latest edition of NFPA 2001. At the end of 10 minutes, the pressure drop shall not exceed 20 percent of the test pressure. The pressure test shall be permitted to be omitted if the total piping contains no more than one change in direction fitting between the storage container and the discharge nozzle, and where all piping is physically tested for tightness.

2.4 CONTROL PANEL

A. The control panel shall be a Conventional Control Panel and its components shall be UL Listed and/or FM Approved for release.

B. The Control System shall perform all functions necessary to operate the system detection, actuation and auxiliary functions as outlined.

C. The Control System shall be capable of providing 8.0 AH or 12.0 AH battery standby power supplies, providing from 24 to 90 hours standby.

D. The Control System shall support Cross-Zoned, Single Detector Release and Manual Release detection/actuation methods.

E. The Control System shall provide the following capabilities and functions:

1. The Control Panel shall include six programmable initiating device circuits, four programmable output circuits, three programmable Form-C relays, A 7.0 Amp integral power supply and 80 character LCD

2. The IDCs (Initiating Device Circuits) shall be individually programmable as conventional two-wire smoke detector circuits, as well as any dry contact input device. The IDCs shall support Style D (Class A) operations by adding an expansion board. The IDCs shall support conventional two-wire smoke detectors as well as conventional smoke detectors capable of generating a maintenance signal when the detector becomes dirty and a separate supervisory ‘freeze’ signal when ambient temperature falls below the detector rating of approximately 45 degrees F.

3. The four programmable outputs shall be individually programmable as conventional supervised NACs (Notification Appliance Circuits) or for releasing solenoids. Each NAC may be individually programmed as any of the following:

Silence Inhibit, Auto-Silence, Strobe Synchronization, Selective Silence (horn-strobe mute), Temporal or Steady Signal, Silenceable or Non-silenceable, or Release Stage Sounder. The system shall also provide resettable and non-resettable output power for general use.

4. The control system shall be capable of coding Notification Appliance Circuits in March Time Code (120 PPM), Temporal (NFPA 72), and California Code, Main panel notification circuits (NACs 1,2,3 & 4) shall also automatically synchronize any of the following manufacturer’s notification appliances connected to them:

System Sensor, Wheelock, Gentex, Faraday and Amseco, with no need for additional synchronization modules.

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5. The three programmable relays shall be individually programmable as Alarm, Trouble, Supervisory, Discharge, and AC Power Loss. When programmed as a Trouble relay, the relay shall be fail-safe.

6. The on board power supply shall be capable of 7.0 Amps of regulated, filtered power.

2.5 DETECTORS

A. The detectors shall be spaced and installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications and the guidelines of NFPA 72.

2.6 MANUAL RELEASE (ELECTRIC)

A. The electric manual release station shall be a dual action device which provides a means of manually discharging the clean agent fire extinguishing system when used in conjunction with the control system.

B. The manual release station shall be Minimax P/N 16656 or equal.

C. The manual release station shall be a dual action device requiring two distinct operations to initiate a system actuation.

D. The manual release station shall bypass the time delay and abort functions, shall cause the system to discharge and shall cause all release and shutdown devices to operate in the same manner as if the system had operated automatically.

E. A manual release station shall be located at each exit from the protected hazard.

2.7 MANUAL RELEASE (MECHANICAL)

A. Mechanical Manual Release shall be made available in the event all battery back-up and commercial power is lost. Minimax P/N 887668 or equal Manual Release shall be installed atop the electric actuator. Consideration should be given for convenience of operation and egress from the hazard area(s).

2.8 ABORT STATION

A. The optional Abort Station shall be “Dead Man” type and shall be located next to each manual release station.

B. “Locking” or “Keyed” abort stations shall not be permitted.

C. The Abort Station shall be Minimax P/N 17120 or equal.

2.9 AUDIBLE AND VISUAL ALARMS

A. Audible alarm and visual signal devices shall operate from the Control Panel.

B. Alarms shall operate on 24 VDC nominal polarized.

C. Audible alarms shall provide continuous or interrupted tones with an output sound level of at least 90 dBA measured at 10 feet from the device.

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D. A Strobe device shall be placed outside, and above, each exit door

2.10 BATTERIES

A. Shall be 12.0 volt, Gell-Cell type (2 required).

B. Battery shall have sufficient capacity to power the fire alarm system for not less than twenty- four hours plus 5 minutes of alarm upon a normal AC power failure. Optional battery power for ninety hours

C. The batteries are to be completely maintenance free.

2.11 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

A. Installation shall be in accordance with the NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 72, NFPA 2001, local and state codes, as shown on the drawings, and as recommended by the major equipment manufacturer.

B. All conduit, junction boxes, conduit supports and hangers shall be concealed in finished areas and may be exposed in unfinished areas. Conduit installation shall be in accordance with The National Electrical Code (NEC), local and state requirements.

Smoke detectors shall not be installed prior to the system programming and test period.

If construction is ongoing during this period, measures shall be taken to protect smoke detectors from contamination and physical damage.

C. All fire detection and alarm system devices, control panels and remote annunciators shall be flush mounted when located in finished areas and may be surface mounted when located in unfinished areas.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 SYSTEM INSPECTION AND CHECKOUT

A. After the system installation has been completed, the entire system shall be checked out, inspected and functionally tested by qualified, trained personnel, in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommended procedures and NFPA standards.

1. All containers and distribution piping shall be checked for proper mounting and installation.

2. All electrical wiring shall be tested for proper connection, continuity and resistance to earth.

3. The complete system shall be functionally tested, in the presence of the owner or his representative, and all functions, including system and equipment interlocks, must be operational at least five (5) days prior to the final acceptance tests.

a. Each detector shall be tested in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommended procedures, and test values recorded.

b. All system and equipment interlocks, such as door release devices, audible and visual devices, equipment shutdowns, local and remote alarms, etc. shall function as required and designed.

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c. Each control panel circuit shall be tested for trouble by inducing a trouble condition into the system.

3.2 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

A. Prior to final acceptance, the installing contractor shall provide operational training to each shift of the owner’s personnel. Each training session shall include control panel operation, manual and (optional) abort functions, trouble procedures, supervisory procedures, auxiliary functions and emergency procedures.

3.3 ACCEPTANCE TESTS

A. At the time “As-Built” drawings and maintenance/operations manuals are submitted, the installing contractor shall submit a “Test Plan” describing procedures to be used to test the control system(s). The Test Plan shall include a step-by-step description of all tests to be performed and shall indicate the type and location of test apparatus to be employed. The tests shall demonstrate that the operational and installation requirements of this specification have been met. All tests shall be conducted in the presence of the owner and shall not be conducted until the Test Plan has been approved.

B. The tests shall demonstrate that the entire control system functions as designed and intended. All circuits shall be tested: automatic actuation, solenoid and manual actuation, HVAC and power shutdowns, audible and visual alarm devices and manual override of abort functions. Supervision of all panel circuits, including AC power and battery power supplies, shall be tested and qualified.

C. A room pressurization test shall be conducted, in each protected space, to determine the presence of openings which would affect the agent concentration levels. The test(s) shall be conducted using the Door Fan system with integrated computer program. All testing shall be in accordance with NFPA 2001.

D. If room pressurization testing indicates that openings exist which would result in leakage and/or loss of the extinguishing agent, the installing contractor shall be responsible for coordinating the proper sealing of the protected space(s) by the general contractor or his sub-contractor or agent. The general contractor shall be responsible for adequately sealing all protected space(s) against agent loss or leakage. The installing contractor shall inspect all work to ascertain that the protected space(s) have been adequately and properly sealed. THE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM INSTALLING

CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE SUCCESS OF THE ROOM

PRESSURIZATION TESTS. If the first room pressurization test is not successful, in accordance with these specifications, the installing contractor shall direct the general contractor to determine, and correct, the cause of the test failure. The installing contractor shall conduct additional room pressurization tests, at no additional cost to the owner, until a successful test is obtained. Copies of successful test results shall be submitted to the owner for record. Upon acceptance by the owner, the completed system(s) shall be placed into service.

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3.4 SYSTEM INSPECTIONS

A. The installing contractor shall provide two (2) inspections of each system, installed under this contract, during the one-year warranty period. The first inspection shall be at the six-month interval, and the second inspection at the 12-month interval, after system acceptance. Inspections shall be conducted in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines and the recommendations of NFPA 2001.

B. Documents certifying satisfactory system(s) operation shall be submitted to the owner upon completion of each inspection.

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SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS

SECTION 219000 – WATER-BASED FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS

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 DEFINITIONS

A. Standard-Pressure Sprinkler Piping: Fire suppression system piping designed to operate at working pressure of 175 psig (1200 kPa) maximum.

B. Fire Protection Engineer (FPE): Qualifications of the Fire Protection Engineer, with license number, shall be submitted to and approved by the COR prior to submission of the show drawings. For the purposes of these specifications, the FPE shall have one of the following qualifications:

C. The FPE shall be a registered Professional Engineer (PE), who has passed the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveys (NCEES) written examination in fire protection engineering. Additionally, the engineer shall have provided fire protection engineering services on at least one aircraft hangar project within the last five years.

NFPA: National Fire Protection Association

D. ANG: United States Air National Guard

E. ARNG: United States Army National Guard

F. DG: Design Guide

G. ETL: Engineering Technical Letter

H. UFC: Uniform Facilities Criteria

I. DOD: United States Department of Defense.

J. COR: Contracting Officer’s Representative

1.3 SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS

A. Wet-Pipe Sprinkler System: Automatic sprinklers are attached to piping containing water and that is connected to water supply through alarm valve. Water discharges immediately from sprinklers when they are opened. Sprinklers open when heat melts fusible link or destroys frangible device. Hose connections are included if indicated.

1.4 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Standard-Pressure Piping System Component: Listed for 175-psig (1200-kPa) minimum working pressure.

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B. Delegated Design: Design sprinkler system(s), including comprehensive engineering analysis by a FPE, using performance requirements and design criteria indicated. See drawings for hydrant test data.

1. Margin of Safety for Available Water Flow and Pressure: 10 percent, including losses through water-service piping, valves, and backflow preventers.

2. Specific sprinkler design parameters shall be per drawings and per NFPA 13and per FM Global Property Loss Prevention Data Sheets.

3. Maximum Protection Area per Sprinkler: Per UL listing.

C. Sprinkler system design shall be approved by authorities having jurisdiction.

D. Seismic Performance: Sprinkler piping shall withstand the effects of earthquake motions determined according to NFPA 13, UFC 3-310-04, and ASCE/SEI 7.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. For each item indicated, to be submitted prior to start of construction.

B. Product Data: For each type of product indicated. Include rated capacities, operating characteristics, electrical characteristics, and furnished specialties and accessories.

C. Delegated-Design Submittal: For sprinkler systems indicated to comply with performance requirements and design criteria, including analysis data signed and sealed by the qualified FPE responsible for their preparation. Design documents shall include the features indicated in NFPA 13, which include but are not limited to:

1. Piping layout, including risers.

2. Valve and sprinkler locations.

3. Drains and drain outlet locations.

4. Hydraulically most remote area and sprinkler density.

5. Hydraulic node locations.

6. Hydraulic calculations for hydraulically most remote area, including pressures at hydraulic nodes and each sprinkler.

7. Installation details.

8. Flow and tamper switch locations.

D. Fire-Hydrant Flow Test Report: Report shall contain data including, but not limited to:

1. Full name of person who performed the test.

2. Full name of persons who witnessed the test.

3. Date of the test.

4. Static pressure.

5. Flow rate, and corresponding residual pressure when stated flow rate occurred.

6. Sketch indicating site location of hydrants used for test.

7. FPE shall witness or perform the flow test. Flow tests not witnessed or performed by the FPE shall not be used.

E. Qualification Data: For qualified Installer and FPE.

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F. Approved Sprinkler Piping Drawings: Working plans, prepared according to NFPA 13, that have been approved by authorities having jurisdiction, including hydraulic calculations if applicable. Contractor shall submit plans to AHJ for review per AHJ requirements.

G. Final acceptance test plan. Plan shall include all tests to be performed, and the performance level required to pass each test. Required tests shall verify proper operation of all subsystems, including but not limited to:

1. Fire alarm.

2. Electrical power.

3. Mechanical.

4. Plumbing.

5. Controls.

1.6 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. For each item indicated, to be submitted within 30 days of substantial completion of construction. All submittals shall be delivered to COR 30 days prior to propose scheduled final acceptance of system.

B. Welding certificates, if field welding was performed.

C. Field Test Reports and Certificates: Indicate and interpret test results for compliance with performance requirements and as described in NFPA 13. Include "Contractor's Material and Test Certificate for Aboveground Piping."

D. Operation and Maintenance Data: For sprinkler specialties to include in emergency, operation, and maintenance manuals.

E. Record Drawings: Submit drawings showing sprinkler system as installed. Drawings shall be stamped with FPE seal indicating FPE has inspected and approved installation.

Drawings shall include, but are not limited to, all features included in the Delegated- Design Submittal.

1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Welding Qualifications: Qualify procedures and operators according to ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.

B. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.

C. NFPA Standards: Sprinkler system equipment, specialties, accessories, installation, and testing shall comply with the following:

1. NFPA 13, "Installation of Sprinkler Systems."

D. ASCE/SEI 7, “Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures.”

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E. ANG ETL 15-01, “Air National Guard Design Policy”

F. DOD UFC 3-600-01, “Fire Protection Engineering for Facilities”

1.8 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Interruption of Existing Sprinkler Service: Do not interrupt sprinkler service to facilities occupied by Government or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after arranging to provide temporary sprinkler service according to requirements indicated:

1. Notify COR no fewer than seven days in advance of proposed interruption of sprinkler service.

2. Do not proceed with interruption of sprinkler service without COR’s written permission.

1.9 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate layout and installation of sprinkler systems with other construction, including but not limited to light fixtures, HVAC equipment, and partition assemblies.

1.10 EXTRA MATERIALS

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

1. Sprinkler Cabinets: Finished, wall-mounted, steel cabinet with hinged cover, and with space for minimum of six spare sprinklers plus sprinkler wrench. Include number of sprinklers required by NFPA 13 and sprinkler wrench. Include separate cabinet with sprinklers and wrench for each type of sprinkler used on Project.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PIPING MATERIALS

A. Comply with requirements in "Piping Schedule" Article for applications of pipe, tube, and fitting materials, and for joining methods for specific services, service locations, and pipe sizes.

2.2 STEEL PIPE AND FITTINGS

A. Schedule 40, Black-Steel Pipe: ASTM A 53/A 53M, Schedule 40.

B. Thinwall Black-Steel Pipe: ASTM A 135 or ASTM A 795/A 795M, with wall thickness less than Schedule 40 and equal to or greater than Schedule 10.

C. Schedule 10, Black-Steel Pipe: ASTM A 135 or ASTM A 795/A 795M, Schedule 10, plain end.

D. Ferrous fittings per NFPA 13.

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E. Listed ferrous, rubber-gasketed pipe fittings per NFPA 13.

F. Grooved-Joint, Steel-Pipe Appurtenances:

1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

a. Anvil International, Inc.

b. Tyco Fire & Building Products LP.

c. Victaulic Company.

2. Pressure Rating: 300 psig (2070 kPa) minimum.

3. Galvanized and Uncoated, Grooved-End Fittings for Steel Piping:

ASTM A 47/A 47M, malleable-iron casting or ASTM A 536, ductile-iron casting;

with dimensions matching steel pipe.

4. Grooved-End-Pipe Couplings for Steel Piping: AWWA C606 and UL 213, rigid pattern, unless otherwise indicated, for steel-pipe dimensions. Include ferrous housing sections, EPDM-rubber gasket, and bolts and nuts.

2.3 LISTED FIRE-PROTECTION VALVES

A. General Requirements:

1. Valves shall be UL listed or FM approved.

2. Minimum Pressure Rating: 175 psig (1200 kPa).

B. Ball Valves:

1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

a. Conbraco Industries, Inc.; Apollo Valves.

b. Hammond Valve.

c. Milwaukee Valve Company.

d. NIBCO INC.

2. Watts; a Watts Water Technologies company. Description:

a. Standard: MSS SP-110.

b. CWP Rating: 300 psig (2070 kPa).

c. Body Design: Two piece.

d. Body Material: Bronze or Ductile Iron.

e. Stem: Bronze.

f. Ball: Chrome plated brass.

g. Port: Full.

h. Seats: PTFE or TFE.

C. Iron Butterfly Valves:

1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

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a. Anvil International.

b. Milwaukee Valve Company.

c. NIBCO INC.

d. Tyco Fire & Building Products LP.

e. Victaulic Company.

2. Standard: UL 1091.

3. Pressure Rating: 175 psig (1200 kPa).

4. Body Material: Cast or ductile iron.

5. End Connections: Lug or Grooved.

D. Check Valves:

1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

a. Anvil International.

b. Milwaukee Valve Company.

c. NIBCO INC.

d. Tyco Fire & Building Products LP.

e. Victaulic Company.

f. Viking Corporation.

g. Watts; a Watts Water Technologies company.

2. Standard: UL 312.

3. Pressure Rating: 300 psig (2070 kPa).

4. Type: Swing check.

5. Body Material: Cast iron.

6. End Connections: Flanged or grooved.

E. Iron OS&Y Gate Valves:

1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

a. Hammond Valve.

b. Milwaukee Valve Company.

c. NIBCO INC.

d. Tyco Fire & Building Products LP.

e. Watts; a Watts Water Technologies company.

2. Standard: UL 262.

3. Pressure Rating: 300 psig (2070 kPa).

4. Body Material: Cast or ductile iron.

5. End Connections: Flanged or grooved.

F. Indicating-Type Butterfly Valves:

1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

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a. Anvil International.

b. Milwaukee Valve Company.

c. NIBCO INC.

d. Tyco Fire & Building Products LP.

e. Victaulic Company.

2. Standard: UL 1091.

3. Pressure Rating: 175 psig (1200 kPa) minimum.

4. Valves NPS 2 (DN 50) and Smaller:

a. Valve Type: Ball or butterfly.

b. Body Material: Bronze.

c. End Connections: Threaded.

5. Valves NPS 2-1/2 (DN 65) and Larger:

a. Valve Type: Butterfly.

b. Body Material: Cast or ductile iron.

c. End Connections: Flanged, grooved, or wafer.

6. Valve Operation: Integral supervisory switch.

2.4 SPECIALTY VALVES

A. General Requirements:

1. Standard: UL's "Fire Protection Equipment Directory" listing or "Approval Guide," published by FM Global, listing.

2. Pressure Rating:

a. Standard-Pressure Piping Specialty Valves: 175 psig (1200 kPa) minimum.

3. Body Material: Cast or ductile iron.

4. Size: Same as connected piping.

5. End Connections: Flanged or grooved.

B. Automatic (Ball Drip) Drain Valves:

1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

a. Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc. (The).

b. Tyco Fire & Building Products LP.

2. Standard: UL 1726.

3. Pressure Rating: 175 psig (1200 kPa) minimum.

4. Type: Automatic draining, ball check.

2.5 SPRINKLER SPECIALTY PIPE FITTINGS

A. Flow Detection and Sprinkler Inspector’s Test Assemblies:

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1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

a. Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc. (The).

b. Tyco Fire & Building Products LP.

c. Victaulic Company.

2. Standard: UL's "Fire Protection Equipment Directory" listing or "Approval Guide," published by FM Global, listing.

3. Pressure Rating: 175 psig (1200 kPa) minimum.

4. Body Material: Cast- or ductile-iron housing with orifice, sight glass, and integral test valve.

5. Size: Same as connected piping.

6. Inlet and Outlet: Threaded.

B. Flexible, Sprinkler Hose Fittings:

1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

a. Tyco Fire & Building Products LP.

b. Victaulic Company.

c. Viking Corporation.

d. Standard: UL 1474.

e. Type: Flexible hose for connection to sprinkler, and with bracket for connection to ceiling grid.

f. Pressure Rating: 175 psig (1200 kPa) minimum.

g. Size: Same as connected piping, for sprinkler.

C. Fire-rated pipe penetration assembly:

1. Listed for the application.

2. Include Schedule 40 steel sleeve that protrudes 2” from surface of wall or floor.

3. Seal between pipe and sleeve.

4. Seal between sleeve and wall or floor.

2.6 SPRINKLERS

A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

1. Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc. (The).

2. Tyco Fire & Building Products LP.

3. Victaulic Company.

4. Viking Corporation.

B. General Requirements:

1. Standard: UL's "Fire Protection Equipment Directory" listing or "Approval Guide," published by FM Global, listing.

2. Pressure Rating for Automatic Sprinklers: 175 psig (1200 kPa) minimum.

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C. Automatic Sprinklers with Heat-Responsive Element:

1. Nonresidential Applications: UL 199.

2. Characteristics: Quick response, standard coverage, and for "Ordinary" temperature classification rating unless otherwise indicated or required by application.

D. Sprinkler Finishes:

1. Chrome plated.

2. Bronze.

3. Painted.

E. Sprinkler Escutcheons: Materials, types, and finishes for the following sprinkler mounting applications. Escutcheons for concealed, flush, and recessed-type sprinklers are specified with sprinklers.

F. Sprinkler Guards: Wire cage with fastening device for attaching to sprinkler.

2.7 ALARM DEVICES

A. Alarm-device types shall match piping and equipment connections.

B. Electrically Operated Alarm Bell:

1. Standard: UL 464.

2. Type: Vibrating, metal alarm bell.

3. Finish: Red-enamel factory finish, suitable for outdoor use.

C. Water-Flow Indicators:

1. Standard: UL 346.

2. Water-Flow Detector: Electrically supervised with tamperproof cover.

3. Type: Paddle operated.

4. Pressure Rating: 250 psig (1725 kPa).

5. Design Installation: Horizontal or vertical.

D. Pressure Switches:

1. Standard: UL 346.

2. Type: Electrically supervised water-flow switch with retard feature.

3. Design Operation: Rising pressure signals water flow.

E. Valve Supervisory Switches:

1. Standard: UL 346.

2. Type: Electrically supervised.

3. Design: Signals that controlled valve is in other than fully open position.

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2.8 PRESSURE GAGES

A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

1. Trerice, H. O. Co.

2. Weiss Instruments, Inc.

3. Winters Instruments - U.S.

B. Standard: UL 393.

C. Dial Size: 3-1/2- to 4-1/2-inch (90- to 115-mm) diameter.

D. Pressure Gage Range: 0 to 250 psig (0 to 1725 kPa) minimum.

E. Water System Piping Gage: Include "WATER" or "AIR/WATER" label on dial face.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION

A. Perform fire-hydrant flow test according to NFPA 13 and NFPA 291. Use results for system design calculations required in "Quality Assurance" Article.

B. Report test results promptly and in writing.

3.2 PIPING INSTALLATION

A. Locations and Arrangements: Drawing plans, schematics, and diagrams indicate general location and arrangement of piping. Install piping as indicated, as far as practical.

1. Deviations from approved working plans for piping require written approval from authorities having jurisdiction. File written approval with Architect before deviating from approved working plans.

B. Piping Standard: Comply with requirements for installation of sprinkler piping in

NFPA 13.

C. Use listed fittings to make changes in direction, branch takeoffs from mains, and reductions in pipe sizes.

D. Install unions adjacent to each valve in pipes NPS 2 (DN 50) and smaller.

E. Install flanges, flange adapters, or couplings for grooved-end…