STANDARD

SPECIFICATIONS FOR
CONSTRUCTION WORKS

2008

Module 15 Mechanical Installation in Buildings

Introduction
The Standard Specification is published in a series of 21 stand-alone modules each addressing
single distinct areas of the construction process. This stand-alone module 15 addresses the main
aspects of mechanical installation in buildings in general.

The purpose of the MoW STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION is to provide the
design professional with a guide for accepted construction practices for Ministry of Works projects.
As an aid to the designer, these Standard Specifications are provided for the inclusion in proposed
development projects for ease, efficiency and cost savings.

The Standard Specifications are not intended to limit the design responsibility of the design
professional. However, they establish a minimum acceptable criterion and/or quality for use within
Ministry of Works projects.

The design professional may increase the requirements of an item contained in the Standard
Specifications to meet job requirements, but when this is done, there should be no reference for
that item on the drawings to the Ministry of Works Standard Specifications and a new specification
should be included with the drawings or project contract documents.

The design professional must review all Standard Specifications to be sure that they are adequate
for the proposed project based on the job site conditions; the design professional is solely
responsible for the designs submitted under his seal.

In order to keep design standards current with changing regulations and improved construction
materials and practices this section will be updated and maintained by the concerned authorities of
the Ministry of Works. Prior to starting a new project, the design professional should contact the
concerned Directorate of the Ministry of Works to verify that he/she has the latest document
revisions.

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Module List
Module
No

Module Title

Guidance and General Specifications

Concrete

Earthworks

Glass and Glazing

Joinery and Carpentry

Ironmongery

Internal Finishes including Thermal Insulation

Painting and Decorating (Internal & External)

Metalwork

10

Roofing

11

Structural Steel (and Coatings)

12

Structural Timber

13

Masonry

14

Plumbing and Sanitary

15

Mechanical Installation in Buildings

16

Electrical Installation

17

Sewerage, Pipelines and Pipe work

18

Sewerage M&E Works

19

Roadworks

20

Landscaping

21

Dredging, Reclamation and Shoreline Protection

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Table of Contents
CLAUSE

DESCRIPTION

PAGE

Introduction

Module List

Table of Contents

Foreword

1.

PART 1 MATERIALS

1.1

Source Approvals 6

1.2

Product Delivery, Storage and Handling 23

2.

PART 2 METHODOLOGY AND WORKMANSHIP

2.1

Installation and Testing. 25

2.2

Off-Site Testing of Components.. 25

2.3

Installation Management.. 26

2.4

Site Testing of Pipe Work and Ductwork... 27

2.5

Earth Bonding 27

2.6

'As installed' Drawings.. 27

2.7

Identification of Services.. 28

2.8

Refrigerant Handling. 28

2.9

Refrigerant Pipe Work.. 29

2.10

Testing of Refrigerant Plant. 30

2.11

Commissioning.. 30

3.

PART 3 SUMMARY

3.1

Requirements for Type Approvals.. 34

3.2

Table of Requirements for Type Approval. 36

3.3

Requirements for Product Delivery, Storage and Handling 38

3.4

Requirements for Methodology and Workmanship.. 40

3.5

Requirements for Completion and Handover 43

3.6

Reference Documents.. 45

4.

PART 4 FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS

4.1

General 52

4.2

High-Pressure CO2 Fire Suppression System.. 55

4.3

Total Flooding Fire Suppression System.. 57

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33

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4.4

Low-Pressure CO2 Fire Suppression System.. 66

4.5

INERGEN Fire Suppression System. 76

4.6

Wet Chemical Kitchen Fire Suppression System 87

4.7

Execution 90

4.8

Standards References..91

5.

PART 5 WATER-BASED FIRE SUPPRESSION

AND SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

92

5.1

General 92

5.2

Product Requirements.. 93

5.3

Execution.. 104

5.4

Standards References 106

Abbreviations

107

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Foreword
This specification provides the basis for mechanical installation in buildings. It relates to the
manufacture, works testing, supply, delivery to site, installation, site testing, commissioning and
performance testing of mechanical services systems including air-conditioning, for buildings. It
includes provision for the supply of 'As Installed' drawings and Maintenance and Operation
documents. This specification defines the standards of equipment and work normally required.

This specification must be read in its entirety, as it is structured in order of work-flow, which means
that items or activities appear in several places in the specification corresponding to the
progression of the construction process.

For larger or more complex or specialist projects, a project-specific Particular Specification for
mechanical installation may also be provided.

Absence of clauses for materials and methods does not necessarily signify that they can not be
used. Proposals for use of innovative methods and materials are encouraged and are subject to
review and approval by the Client.

Where the word approved is used in this specification, this means that the Client or Engineer has
been consulted and has confirmed that the item or procedure is acceptable in the specific context
for which approval has been requested.

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1.

PART 1 MATERIALS

1.1

Source Approvals
The work shall comprise all the equipment materials and labour necessary to form a
completed installation and such testing and commissioning described in this specification
and such other activity as may be required to deliver an effective working installation to
the satisfaction of the Engineer.
This section relates to the manufacture, works testing, supply, delivery to site, installation,
site testing, commissioning and performance testing of mechanical services systems
including air-conditioning, for buildings. It includes provision for the supply of 'As Installed'
drawings and Maintenance and Operation documents. This specification defines the
standards of equipment and work normally required.

1.1.1

Water Heating

1.1.1.1

General
Materials, plant, equipment and components shall comply with the standards required by
the Particular Specification. The system design shall cover the water heating equipment,
whether central plant or localised heating equipment, as well as the distribution pipe work
and supports, ancillary components including valves and insulation, and the outlets and
terminal components.
The water heating system shall comply with:

BS 6880:Parts 13 Code of Practice for low temperature hot water heating systems
of output greater than 45 kW or,
BS EN 12828 Heating systems in buildings. Design for water-based heating
systems.
BS EN 12831 Heating systems in buildings. Method for calculation of the design
heat load.
BS EN 14336 Heating systems in buildings. Installation and commissioning of water
based heating systems.

The controls shall comply with:

1.1.2

BS EN 12098: Part 1 Controls for heating systems. Outside temperature

compensated control equipment for hot water heating systems.
BS EN 12098: Part 2 Controls for heating systems. Optimum start-stop control
equipment for hot water heating systems.

Boilers
Boilers intended for use in hydronic systems are available in a wide range of types,
constructions and output ranges, and suitable for use with different fuels. Many standards
and codes of practice relate to boilers, covering their construction, the combustion
equipment required for each type of fuel, and their installation and commissioning,
including:

BS 5258: Part 1 Safety of gas domestic appliances. Specifications for central

heating boilers and circulators.
BS EN 297 Gas-fired central heating boilers. Type B11 and B11 BS boilers lifted
with atmospheric burners of nominal heat input not exceeding 70 kW.
BS EN 303: Part 6 Heating boilers. Heating boilers with forced draught burners.
Specific requirements for the domestic hot water operation of combination boilers
with atomising oil burners of nominal heat input not exceeding 70 kW.
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BS EN 625 Gas-fired central heating boilers. Specific requirements for the domestic
hot water operation of combination boilers of nominal heat input not exceeding
70 Kw.

Common types of boiler include:

1.1.3

Sectional boilers made from cast iron or steel, conforming to BS 779 Specification
for cast iron boilers for central heating and indirect hot water supply (rated output
44 kW and above).
Welded steel and reverse flow boilers, conforming to BS 855 Specification for
welded steel boilers for central heating and indirect hot water supply (rated output
44 kW to 3 MW).
Steel shell and fire-tube boilers, conforming to BS 2790 Specification for design and
manufacture of shell boilers of welded construction.

Condensing Boilers
Where condensing boilers are specified, adequate provision shall be included for the
effective and safe removal of condensate. Institution of Gas Engineers Utilisation
Procedure 10 gives detailed guidance on suitable materials for condensate pipes. The
return water temperature of the system shall be sufficiently low to allow the boiler to
operate in condensing mode. The fuel supply shall be suitable for condensing boilers,
with sufficiently low sulphur content.

1.1.4

Gas Burners
Gas boilers are available in a large range of types and sizes for use with both natural gas
and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). Installations shall comply with BS 6798 Specification
for installation of gas-fired boilers of rated input not exceeding 70 kW net.
Appliance standards deal not only with construction but also cover efficiency and
emissions to the atmosphere. Automatic gas burners shall comply with BS 5885: Part 1
Automatic gas burners Specification for burners with input rating 60kW and above.

1.1.5

Oil Burners
Oil fired systems shall comply with BS 5410: Part 1 Code of practice for oil firing.
Installations up to 45 kW output capacity for space heating and hot water supply
purposes, or with BS 5410: Part 2 Installations of 45 kW and above capacity for space
heating, hot water and steam supply purposes. Storage shall comply with BS 799: Part 5
Oil burning equipment. Specification for oil storage tanks.
Further guidance on oil fired burners is provided by the Oil Firing Technical Association
for the Petroleum Industry (OFTEC) in Oil Fired Appliance Standard OFS A100 (2000).
Oil fired burners should satisfy the requirements of BS EN 304 Heating boilers. Test
code for heating boilers for atomizing oil burners.

1.1.6

Flues and Chimneys

Flues and chimneys shall comply with BS 5854 Code of practice for flues and flue
structures in buildings and with BS EN 1443 Chimneys. General requirements.
Flues for gas appliances shall comply with BS 5440 Installation and maintenance of flues
and ventilation for gas appliances of rated input not exceeding 70 kW net (1st, 2nd and
3rd family gases):

Part 1: Specification for installation of gas appliances to chimneys and for

maintenance of chimneys;

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Part 2: Specification for installation and maintenance of ventilation for gas

appliances.

Where appropriate they shall also comply with the requirements of BS EN 13216: Part 1
Chimneys. Test methods for system chimneys. General test methods or BS EN 1859
Chimneys. Metal chimneys. Test methods.
Flues and chimneys shall be constructed using materials suitable for the application, and
comply with the relevant standards, which may include:

BS 4076 Specifications for steel chimneys.

BS EN 1856 Chimneys. Requirements for metal chimneys Part 1 Systems
chimney products, Part 2 Metal liners and connecting flue pipes.
BS 835 Specification for asbestos-cement flue pipes and fittings, heavy quality.
BS 715 Specification for metal flue boxes for gas-fired appliances not exceeding 20
kW.

Free standing chimneys shall satisfy the requirements of BS EN 13084: Part 6 Freestanding chimneys. Steel liners. Design and execution.
1.1.7

Pumps
Centrifugal pumps shall be used to provide the necessary circulation in hydronic systems.
The pump characteristics, including flow rates, pressure and frictional resistance shall be
specified in the particular specification and the contractor shall provide evidence that
pump performance meets the design requirements, according to BS EN 1151: Part 1
Pumps. Rotodynamic pumps. Circulation pumps having a rated power input not
exceeding 200 W for heating installations and domestic hot water installations. Nonautomatic circulation pumps, requirements, testing, marking.

1.1.8

Pipe work, Valves and Ancillaries (for systems other than refrigeration systems)
Mild steel pipe work shall comply with BS EN 10255 Non-alloy steel tubes suitable for
welding and threading. Technical delivery conditions.
Copper pipe work shall comply with BS EN 1057 Copper and copper alloys. Seamless,
round copper tubes for water and gas in sanitary and heating applications. Fittings shall
comply with BS EN 1254 (various parts) Copper and copper alloys plumbing fittings.
Plastics pipe work shall comply with BS 7291 Thermoplastic pipes and associated
fittings for hot and cold water for domestic purposes and heating installations in buildings
(4 parts).

1.1.9

Heating Coil
Heating Coils shall comply with BS 5141: Part 2 Specification for air heating and cooling
coils. Method of testing for rating of heating coils. or with BS EN 1216 Heat exchangers.
Forced circulation air-cooling and air-heating coils. Test procedures for establishing the
performance.

1.1.10

Packaged Air Conditioning Units with Domestic Hot Water Production Facilities
Packaged air conditioning units may be used to supply hot water, as specified in;

BS EN 255: Part 3 Air conditioners, liquid chilling packages and heat pumps with
electrically driven compressors. Heating mode Testing and requirements for marking
for sanitary hot water units.

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1.1.11

BS EN 14511: Part 4 Air conditioners, liquid chilling packages and heat pumps with
electrically driven compressors for space heating and cooling. Requirements.

Expansion Vessels
Expansion vessels shall comply with:

1.1.12

BS EN 13831 Closed expansion vessels with built-in diaphragm for installation in

water.
BS 7074: Part 1 Application, selection and installation of expansion vessels and
ancillary equipment for sealed water systems. Code of practice for domestic heating
and hot water supply.
BS 7074: Part 2 Application, selection and installation of expansion vessels and
ancillary equipment for sealed water systems. Code of practice for low and medium
temperature hot water heating systems.

Calorifier
Calorifiers shall comply with BS 853: Specification for vessels for use in heating
systems, Part 1 Calorifiers and storage vessels for central heating and hot water supply
and Part 2 Tubular heat exchangers and storage vessels for buildings and industrial
services.

1.1.13

Water Treatment
Water used in the primary circuit of a hydronic hot water system shall be treated to
minimise scaling, corrosion, deposition and biological activity. Treatment shall comply
with:

1.1.14

BS 2486 Recommendation for treatment of water for steam boilers and water
heaters.
BS 7593 Code of practice for treatment of water in domestic hot water central
heating systems.
HVCA TR13 Water Treatment BSRIA Technical Note.

Ventilation
Ventilation equipment shall comply with the standards specified in the detailed design. It
shall be supplied with documentary evidence of compliance with the standards, issued by
an approved laboratory or testing body.
Naturally ventilated spaces shall be designed to comply with the requirements of BS 5925
Code of practice for ventilation principles and designing for natural ventilation.
Ventilation systems and the related works shall comply as appropriate with the various
specifications listed below.

1.1.14.1 Air Terminal Devices

BS EN 1751 Ventilation for buildings. Air terminal devices. Aerodynamic testing of

dampers and valves.
BS EN 12238 Ventilation for buildings. Air terminal devices. Aerodynamic testing
and rating for mixed flow application.
BS EN 13030 Ventilation for buildings. Terminals. Performance testing of louvers
subject to simulated rain.
BS EN 13181 Ventilation for buildings. Terminals. Performance testing of louvers
subject to simulated sand.

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Grilles shall be made of steel, aluminium or PVC as indicated in the particular

specification or drawings. Diffusers shall be made of steel or aluminium. The steel
diffuser shall be protected against corrosion
1.1.14.2 Ductwork and Ancillary Components

BS EN 12097 Ventilation for buildings. Requirements for ductwork components to

facilitate maintenance of ductwork systems.
BS EN 12236 Ventilation for buildings. Ductwork hangers and supports.
Requirement for strength.
BS EN 12237 Ventilation for buildings. Ductwork, Strength and leakage of circular
sheet metal ducts.
BS EN 13403 Ventilation for buildings. Non metallic ducts. Ductwork made from
insulation duct boards.

1.1.14.3 Fans
BS ISO 5801, BS 848: Part 1 Industrial fans. Performance testing using standardized
airways.
1.1.14.4 Filters

BS EN 779 Particulate air filters for general ventilation. Determination of the filtration
performance.
BS 3928 Method for sodium flame test for air filters (other than for air supply to I.C.
engines and compressors).
BS EN 1822 High efficiency air filters (HEPA and ULPA):

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Part 1 Classification, performance testing, marking;

Part 2 Aerosol production, measuring equipment, particle counting statistics;
Part 3 Testing flat sheet filter media;
Part 4 Determining leakage of filter element (scan method);
Part 5 Determining the efficiency of filter element.

1.1.14.5 Fan Coil Units

BS 4856: Methods for testing and rating fan coil units, unit heaters and unit coolers:

Part 1 Thermal and volumetric performance for heating duties; without additional
ducting;
Part 2 Thermal and volumetric performance for cooling duties; without additional
ducting;
Part 3 Thermal and volumetric performance for heating and cooling duties; with
additional ducting;
Part 4 Determination of sound power levels of fan coil units, unit heaters and unit
coolers using reverberating rooms.

1.1.14.6 Fire Dampers

The fire damper shall have at least the same standard of fire resistance as wall or floor
through which the duct passes. It shall have a fire resistance rating of 2 hours. A single
damper having a fire resistance rating of 4 hours shall be certified by Civil Defence.
Fire dampers shall satisfy the requirements of:

BS EN 1366: Part 2 Fire resistance tests for service installations. Fire dampers.
BS ISO 10294: Part 5 Fire-resistance tests. Fire dampers for air distribution
systems. Intumescent fire dampers.
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1.1.14.7 Residential Systems

BS EN 13141: Parts 14 & 6 Ventilation for buildings. Performance testing of

components/products residential ventilation.
BS EN 14134 Ventilation for buildings. Performance testing and installation checks
of residential ventilation system.

1.1.14.8 Kitchen Ventilation

1.1.15

BS EN 60335: Part 231 Specification for safety of household and similar electrical
appliances. Particular requirements. Range Hood.
BS EN 61591 Household range hoods. Methods for measuring performance.

Air Conditioning

1.1.15.1 Refrigeration Plant

Refrigeration plant shall satisfy the requirements of BS EN 378 Refrigerating systems
and heat pumps Safety and environmental requirements.

Part 1: Basic requirements, definitions, classification and selection criteria

Part 2: Design, construction, testing, marking and documentation
Part 3: Installation, site and personal protection
Part 4: Operation, maintenance, repair and recovery

And shall also satisfy the requirements of the Institute of Refrigeration Safety Code for
Refrigerating Systems Utilizing Groups A1 & A2 Refrigerants, the Safety Code for
Refrigerating Systems Utilizing Group A3 Refrigerants (Flammable) and the Ammonia
Code of Practice.
Reference should also be made to the Guidelines for the use of Hydrocarbon
Refrigerants in Static Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems, published by The Air
Conditioning and Refrigeration Industry Board (ACRIB) February 2001.

BS EN 809 Pumps and pump units for liquid. Common safety requirements.
BS 14511: Parts 14 Air conditioners, liquid chilling packages and heat pumps with
electrically driven compressors for space heating and cooling.
BS EN 13711: Part 1 Compressor and condensing units for refrigeration.
Performance testing and test methods. Refrigerant compressors.
BS EN 13215 Condensing units for refrigeration. Rating conditions, tolerances and
presentation of manufacturers performance data.
BS EN 14511: Parts 14 Air conditioners, liquid chilling packages and heat pumps
with electrically driven compressors for space heating and cooling.

The Air Conditioning works and its related activities shall also conform to the standards
listed in the following sections:
1.1.15.2 Fire Safety Requirements

BS 9999 Code of practice for fire safety in the design, management and use of
buildings.
BS ISO 10294: Parts 14 Fire-resistance tests. Fire dampers for air distribution
systems.
BS EN 1366: Part 2 Fire resistance tests for service installations. Fire dampers.

1.1.15.3 Cooling Towers

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BS 4485: Part 2 Water cooling towers. Methods for performance testing.

BS 4485: Part 3 Water cooling towers. Code of practice for thermal and functional
design.
BS EN 13741 Thermal performance acceptance testing of mechanical draught
series wet cooling towers.

1.1.15.4 Air Handling Units

BS EN 1886 Ventilation for buildings. Air handling units. Mechanical performance.

BS EN 13053 Ventilation for buildings. Air handling units. Ratings and performance
for units, components and sections.
BS 6583 Methods for volumetric testing for rating of fan sections in central station
air handling units (including guidance on rating).

1.1.15.5 Heat Exchangers

BS EN 306 Heat exchangers. Methods of measuring the parameters necessary for

establishing the performance.
BS EN 328 Heat exchangers. Test procedures for establishing the performance of
forced convection unit air coolers for refrigeration.
BS EN 1216 Heat exchangers. Forced circulation air cooling and air heating coils.
Test procedures for establishing the performance.
BS EN 308 Heat exchangers. Test procedures for establishing the performance of
air to air and flue gases heat recovery devices.

1.1.15.6 Chilled Ceilings and Beams

1.1.16

BS EN 15116 Ventilation in buildings. Chilled beams. Testing and rating of active

chilled beams.
BS EN 14518. Ventilation for buildings. Chilled beams. Testing and rating of passive
chilled beams.

Lifts and Escalators

1.1.16.1 General
The works and equipment shall be strictly in accordance with the applicable requirements
of the following (with all amendments in force at time of tender):

BS 5655: Parts 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 Lifts and Service Lifts.

BS ISO 4190: Part 1 and 2 Lift (US: Elevator) installation.
BS 7255 Code of Practice for Safe Working on Lifts.
BS 2655: Parts 1, 4 and 4 Hydraulic Lifts.
BS 7671 IEE Wiring Regulations for Electrical Installations.
The requirements of the Local Authorities in connection with the suppression of radio
interference.
BS 9999 Code of practice for fire safety in the design, management and use of
buildings.
BS EN 81: Parts 1, 2 and 3 Lifts & Service Lifts.
BS EN 115 Safety of escalators and moving walks.
BS 7801 Escalators and moving walks. Code of practice for safe working on
escalators and moving walks.

Lifts shall fall into 2 categories. These categories are electric traction and hydraulic.
Traction and hydraulic lifts shall be supplied and installed to comply with BS EN 81:
Part 2, BS EN 81: Part 3, BS EN 81: Part 70, BS 5655 and other standards as applicable.

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For fire fighting and evacuation lifts comply with BS 5588 and BS EN 81: Part 72.
1.1.16.2 Doors and Entrances
At all landing openings complete entrances shall be provided consisting of frames,
architraves, door sills and fascia plates. Frames shall be carried back into well, and
secured to sill and door hangar supports or structure.
Sills shall be one piece with non-slip wearing surface. Sills shall be long enough to retain
door guides at extremes of travel.
Doors shall be provided with bottom guide shoes to run in the sill slots.
Hangars and headers shall be steel angles bolted to door sill and wall above entrance.
Fascia plates shall be manufactured from reinforced sheet steel, and shall extend from
top of hangar to sill above.
Fire rating shall be as indicated in the particular specification.
Finish shall be as scheduled in the detailed specification and accompanying drawings
and in agreement with the requirements of the Architect/Interior designer.
1.1.16.3 Door and Entrances Goods Lift
Horizontal collapsible sliding steel shutter doors shall be provided on landing and car.
Totally enclosed box type top tracks shall be provided with ball bearing rollers and tracks
sunk in floor for guides to run in.
Where required by the particular specification power operated vertical by-parting landing
and car doors shall include guide and counterbalance to ensure smooth operation.
Steel angle frames and posts shall be provided for fixing the landing doors, tracks and sill
fascia plates.
Fire rating shall be as indicated in the particular specification.
Finish shall be as scheduled in the detailed specification and accompanying drawings
and in agreement with the requirements of the Architect/Interior designer.
Doors shall be hung on hangars running on steel track and guided at bottom by guide
shoes sliding smooth threshold grooves.
1.1.16.4 Car and Landing Door Operator for Horizontal Sliding Doors
Motor driven operators shall be provided to open and close car and landing doors
simultaneously when car is at landing. Ensure doors are powered open and closed, and
movement is checked at both limits of travel.
The doors shall automatically open when the car is level at the respective landing and
close after a predetermined time interval has elapsed. Provide a door open button in the
car to reverse the motion and re-open the doors.
Where scheduled, advanced door openers shall be provided so that the doors start to
open as the lift levels at a floor.
The door motors shall be microprocessor controlled, driving the car and landing doors
simultaneously. Levers and door arms are to be designed to achieve smooth operation
without the use of dashpots. Door speed and operation is to be of the highest quality.
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Door opening, closing and holding times shall be adjustable.

Car doors shall be provided with door nudging feature.
High-speed electronic passenger detector, featuring three dimensional detection zone
fields around the leading edges of both car and landing doors, shall be fitted. The
detector shall automatically sense persons entering the detection zone fields and cause
the doors to reverse sufficiently for persons to pass through before continuing to close.
The detector shall also detect goods trolleys, and so on, to avoid damage to the goods or
doors.
A protective cover shall be provided to avoid damage to the safety edge should the car
doors be hit by goods entering or leaving the lifts.
Vertical-parting doors shall comply with the safety requirements of the appropriate
standard.
1.1.16.5 Lubrication
All bearing points shall be arranged so that they can be lubricated efficiently. Ensure the
whole of the plant works automatically and requires no attention beyond lubrication at
recommended intervals and where grease is used fit a means of lubrication.
Provide all oiling holes with covers.
A dipstick shall be fitted to the machine gear box and indicate the normal oil level.
Provide a drain plug for the gear box.
1.1.16.6 Testing and Acceptance
The examinations and tests shall be performed as required in the appropriate standards
and complete the appropriate test and examination certificate.
1.1.16.7 Diagrams and Instructions
Copies shall be provided of the schematic circuit diagrams, circuit description and
operation data, wiring schedules and maintenance manual for approval before installation
is completed. An encapsulated copy of the schematic circuit diagram shall be mounted
permanently in the machine room, protected from dirt and cleanable.
Schematic circuit diagrams shall show all items in the OFF position with all doors closed
(that is, with the equipment completely de-energised), stating this and the position of the
car on the diagram. An alphabetical list shall be included of all items with their
abbreviated title and location on the diagram. The location of coils, the number of
contacts and whether the contacts are normally opened or closed for relays and
contactors, shall also be shown.
The instructions shall be supplied in A4 size, handbook form. Include the following
information:

User maintenance instructions with details of daily routine inspection

recommendations and general care.
A description of the control equipment including a detailed description of the
operating sequence of the equipment under various conditions of service related to
the schematic circuit drawing.
Adjustment instructions for all items of equipment, including a list of all contactors,
relays, resistors and switches giving the circuit reference, the makers reference,
rating, resistance, contact pressures and operating and release voltages as
appropriate.
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Routine test and servicing instructions for the whole of the installation and or
individual items of equipment. Include a list of the lubricants and dash pot fluids
used.

1.1.16.8 Training
Training shall be provided on completion of the installation to ensure client personnel are
fully acquainted with the correct operation and routine daily and general maintenance of
the lift. All aspects shall be included of breakdown procedure and the release of
passengers trapped within the car.
1.1.16.9 Compensating Ropes or Chains
Compensating ropes or chains shall be provided between car and counterweight passing
round a pulley. Tension the ropes by gravity and provide a safety switch where
appropriate.
1.1.16.10 Terminal stopping devices
Upper and lower normal stopping devices and upper and lower final stopping devices
shall be fitted, each capable independently of stopping the car and applying the brake
through its own switch. If the lift passes final limit switch it shall be possible to close the
circuit until the lift has moved back by hand into its normal running position.
1.1.16.11 Trailing Cables
Travelling cables shall be provided between the car and the lift well.
Cables shall comply with BS EN 50214 and shall have flame retarding and moisture
resisting outer cover. They shall be flexible and suitably suspended to relieve strain in the
individual conductors.
Cables shall be provided with LSF insulation and sheath.
1.1.16.12 Pit Ladders
Pit ladders shall be supplied and installed readily accessible from landing and mount
emergency stop switch and light switch adjacent ladder.
1.1.16.13 Lift Car Light Fittings
Main car lighting shall be provided as part of manufacturers standard range incorporating
3-hour non-maintained emergency unit operating from Ni-Cad batteries with trickle
charger.
1.1.16.14 Communications
Communication from the lift car shall be via hands free telephone system activated by the
alarm button. The system shall incorporate battery back-up for mains failure.
1.1.16.15 Alarm Bell
A push button shall be provided on the car control panel to operate a remote audible
alarm, in-car alarm and an indicator on the principal floor.
In the event of a mains power failure, alarms and indicators shall be provided with battery
backup.
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1.1.16.16 Overload Alarm

Audible and visual alarm shall be provided within car utilising a voice synthesiser to aid
visually impaired. This system will include provision in the motor room to turn facility
on/off and adjust volume.
1.1.16.17 Car Fittings and finishes
Where indicated in the design drawings and the particular specification, protective quilts
and hooks or buttons (quilting studs) shall be provided at top of side and rear walls for
hanging a protective quilt.
Car load plate shall clearly indicate car number and location for identification in an
emergency.
Decorative finishes shall be in accordance with the particular specification and the
Architect/Interior Designers requirements.
1.1.16.18 Controls and Priorities
Controls and priorities shall be installed and applied as detailed in the particular
specification.
1.1.16.19 Lift Car Construction
The manufacturer/supplier shall supply car in parts to be assembled in completed shaft.
Adjustable rollers shall be provided on top and bottom of car frame, for cantilever
hydraulic installation.
Ventilation shall be provided to the lift car by means of an extractor fan. Where the
extractor fan is in the car roof, the fan shall be operated by the lighting circuit.
Where applicable on electric traction lifts (high speed > 2.5 m/s), adjustable guide shoes
shall be provided on top and bottom of car frame and use adjustable rollers.
1.1.16.20 Car Top Maintenance
Car top controls shall be provided including as follows:

Socket outlet to be RCD protected

Car top light to be Fluorescent with 3-hour emergency backup.

1.1.16.21 Trap Doors

Trap doors shall be provided for fire fighting lifts only.
1.1.16.22 Safety Gear
Safety gear shall comply with appropriate standard.
1.1.16.23 Buffers
Buffers shall comply with appropriate standard.
1.1.16.24 Guide Rails
Guide rails shall be provided that extend to the level of the pit floor.
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A means of lubricating the guide rail, shall be provided, and drip trays to avoid oil spillage
on pit floor.
1.1.16.25 Builders Work
At the time of design, following the determination of the quantity, speed, car size and
configuration of lifts the requirements of the lift shaft building works and associated, plant
rooms, lifting beams and the such like shall be informed to the Architect and Structural
engineer for incorporation into the building design.
1.1.16.26 Hydraulic Lift
Suspension ropes or chains shall be provided independently of each other, with copies of
manufacturers test certificates for ropes or chains.
Suspension ropes shall comply with BS EN 12385: Part 5.
A crosshead data plate or dossier shall be provided to show the diameter, number and
construction of the suspension ropes or chains and the total weight of the complete
unlade car.
Car props/stop blocks shall be provided for supporting the lift car during maintenance.
1.1.16.27 Hydraulic Lift Motors
Motors shall be provided that comply with BS 4999, BS 5000, and BS EN 60034 where
applicable. Design motor for a continuous duty cycle as scheduled.
1.1.16.28 Hydraulic Lift Pump Unit
A pump unit shall be provided comprising three phase motor, oil pump, overload, nonreturn and lowering valves with reservoir and filters. Operating and control valves shall
be provided on a common manifold block arranged so that all units can be maintained.
Valves shall be electronic with temperature compensation for pressure and flow
variations. Lift speed patterns shall be uniform under varying conditions.
Levelling shall maintain the lift car at the landing level within +/- 6 mm under varying load
changes and times of standing.
A thermostatically operated oil tank heater shall be installed to ensure the lift operates
correctly during cold conditions.
An oil level indicator shall be provided incorporating an oil level switch or sensor to stop
the motor if a serious leak occurs.
1.1.16.29 Hydraulic Lift Ram and Cylinder Assembly
Where included in the design drawings, an indirect side acting purpose built assembly
shall be installed, carried in a fabricated steel framework, incorporating roller guide, with
replaceable tyres/rollers, running between the tee-section guides and including a 2:1
multiplying sheave.
Where included in the design drawings, a purpose built direct acting assembly shall be
arranged to support the car.
The complete assembly shall be located and secured in the pit and treat the cylinder with
two coats of anti-corrosive paint and wrap with overlapping tape.

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Withdrawal of the cylinder shall be possible for a complete external examination and
replaced. The rams and cylinders shall be precision ground seamless steel tube with all
necessary glands and seals.
Mechanical buffers shall be provided to prevent over travel of ram within predetermined
limits.
1.1.16.30 Electric Traction Lift
A counterweight shall be provided consisting of weights in a structural steel frame with
guide shoes and a rigid metal screen around the counterweight to a height of 2.5 m
above pit floor.
For high speed lifts the counterweight shall be provided with compensation ropes/chains.
Weights and screen shall be painted yellow as a warning indication.
1.1.16.31 Suspension Electric Lifts
Suspension ropes shall be provided in accordance with BS EN 12385: Part 5
independent of each other and include copies of manufacturers test certificates for rope
and the number of suspension ropes as required and method of roping shall be as
manufacturers standard.
A crosshead data plate or dossier shall be provided to show the diameter, number and
construction of the suspension ropes and the total weight of the complete unlade car.
1.1.16.32 Rope Anchorages
Car rope anchorages shall permit equalisation of tension, and an anti-twist device shall
be fitted where necessary.
1.1.16.33 Sheaves and Pulleys
Diverter and overhead pulleys shall be provided together with supporting steelwork.
Sheaves shall be manufactured from cast iron machined and grooved for the diameter of
ropes used.
Sheaves and pulleys shall be arranged to avoid ropes touching and limit noise in shaft.
1.1.16.34 Traction Lift Machines
Worm geared traction type winding machinery shall be provided with Variable Voltage
Variable Frequency drive, motor, brake, gearbox and driving sheave mounted on a cast
iron or steel bed-plate.
For speeds above 2.5 m/sec gearless winding machine shall have thyristor control, AC or
DC motor, brake and sheave mounted on cast iron or steel bed-plate and hand winding
gear with a brake lifting device, ensuring that the brake cannot be left in the lifted
position.
Up and Down labels shall be provided to indicate direction of winding on machine, and
hand winding floor indication audible and visual (with battery back-up) and projectspecific instructions for hand winding adjacent the winding position.
Motors shall comply with BS 4999, BS 5000, and BS EN 60034, where applicable, and
designed for continuous duty cycle as scheduled.

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1.1.16.35 Escalators and Travellators

The design of the escalator/travelators shall be such that no major repairs shall be
necessary for a minimum period of 20 years from the date of the Engineers acceptance,
and shall be suited for a minimum duty of 12 hours per day, 7 days per week with a load
factor as detailed under BS EN 115 Clause 3.90.4 (b).
The design of the escalator/travelators shall give consideration to fire prevention, the
elimination of dust and dirt traps, and easy access for cleaning and routine maintenance,
which shall not require the removal of panels on the passenger side of the
escalator/travelator. Provision shall be made for the sprinkler system within the
escalator/travelator.
Each escalator/travelator shall be a self-contained unit consisting of truss, tracks, step
drive units, steps, step chains, comb plates, hand rails, driving machine, controller, safety
devices, balustrades, and all other parts required to provide a complete
escalator/travelator.
The basic loading and safety factors shall be as those laid down in BS EN 115 as a
minimum.
A hand winding device must be provided complying with the requirements of BS EN 115.
A manually operated brake release lever must be provided in order to ensure movement
of the step band in the event of an emergency and loss of power to the driving machine.
Due consideration shall be given to the omission of the hand winding device subject to
an acceptable risk assessment by the vertical transportation sub contractor.
The escalator/travelators shall operate with the minimum noise and vibration. The noise
level shall not exceed 55 dB(A) 1.7 m above the step band under normal working
condition.
1.1.16.36 Truss
The truss shall be welded construction designed to the basic loading and safety factor
given in accordance with BS EN 115.
The underside of the truss shall be covered by an oil tight welded soffit.
The truss supports shall be provided with anti-vibration pads to prevent vibration and
noise being transmitted to the building structure if the escalator/travelator rests on the
steel beam supports.
1.1.16.37 Track System
A continuous track system for the step and chain wheels shall be used constructed from
rolled steel shapes. All track surfaces shall be straight and smooth and all joints, where
possible, shall be diagonal on the actual running surface. The track supplied should be
galvanised.
The chain wheel tracks shall be adjustable at the main drive and tension carriage so that
the step chain may be set tangential to the sprocket pitch line in both the upper and
lower sides of the sprockets.
1.1.16.38 Main Drive Shaft
The main drive shaft shall be of high quality steel providing adequate torsion stiffness
with welded plate flanges at each side to support the step chain sprockets and handrail
drive sprockets. Ensure that parts of the unit are coupled together rigidly for transmitting
torque from one to the other.

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1.1.16.39 Tension Carriage

The tension carriage shall be designed and constructed to maintain correct tensioning of
the step chains.
Each side of the tension carriage shall be provided with a spring loaded tension device.
1.1.16.40 Step Chains
Two main step chains shall be supplied connected through solid axles of precision
matched lengths, manufactured from high quality steel links, pins, bushes and rollers.
The chains shall be designed to suit the basic loading and safety factor, relative to the
vertical rise of each escalator with a minimum safety factor of 5.
The bearings shall be life lubricated and specially sealed. The life time of the chain
rollers shall be a minimum of 100,000 hours.
1.1.16.41 Steps/Treads
The steps shall be accurately formed as a one piece aluminium die casting to suit the
basic loads and safety factor.
The geometry and dimensions of the steps shall conform to BS EN 115 and shall
incorporate cleared risers.
The steps shall conform to the static and dynamic test requirements of BS EN 115.
1.1.16.42 Handrail and Handrail Drive
A moving handrail shall be provided on each side of the escalator/travelator balustrade.
The handrail shall be constructed of rubber or hypalon and fabric plies enclosing steel
cord reinforcement to eliminate elongation of the handrail. There shall be only one
factory-made vulcanised joint in each handrail.
The hand rail drive shall be of the friction type, synchronous with the steps and provided
with a tension device to compensate for any stretching which may occur. Examination of
the hand rail drive mechanism shall be by removal of the skirting panels at the upper
landing or adjustable at the bottom of the machine.
Where there is a maximum 5% variation between the hand rail and step speed then a
detection device shall immediately stop the escalator/travelator within the limits defined
in BS EN 115.
At each hand rail entry an automatic safety guide shall be fitted which will stop the
escalator/travelator in the event of an object being drawn in the entry, to prevent the
object becoming trapped. The design of the device shall minimise the likelihood of injury
in the event of the finger trapping.
All sheaves shall be fitted with lifetime greased bearings.
The speed of the handrail shall coincide with the speed of the steps within the limits of
0% to + 2%.
The handrail entries and exit points at the balustrade newel ends shall to be provided
with close fitting guards to avoid finger traps. The lower edge of the handrail entry point
shall not be less than 100 mm above the floor level and be designed to avoid trapping of
objects between the floor and moving handrail.
The whole of the handrail design shall ensure the longest possible life of the handrail
with the minimum of friction. The colour shall be black.
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1.1.16.43 Comb Plates

A comb plate shall be fitted at the upper level and lower landing.
The combs shall be easily removable, in sections and the comb plates shall be readily
adjustable to provide the clearances specified in BS EN 115. Tools shall be provided in a
readily accessible location for removal of the comb plate sections. Adjacent areas to the
comb plates shall be of a high wear/slip resistant nature.
The combs shall be designed with rupture points to prevent serious accidents should
entrapment occur.
Guides shall be provided on both sides of the step at each landing to ensure the steps
enter the comb plate accurately guided.
The comb plates shall be fitted with a safety device such that the machine will
automatically stop in the event of items being trapped in the comb plates.
1.1.16.44 Guards
All exposed chains and moving parts shall be provided with safety guards as required.
1.1.16.45 Drive Machine
Each escalator/travelator shall be driven by a hypoid helical geared machine, suitable for
the operation in the environmental conditions and installed inside the top machinery
compartment. A multi-strand roller chain shall be provided as the drive between the
machine and the main drive shaft. The machine shall be movable with easy access to
the fastening screws to keep the main drive chain in the correct tension.
There shall be access for maintenance, hand winding and manual brake release which
must comply with BS EN 115.
1.1.16.46 Motor
Each escalator/travelator shall be provided with a motor designed and rated to meet the
specified duty, cycle, load, speed, starting and running torques for the individual rises.
The motors shall be single speed AC induction type with Class B insulation minimum
with IP 55 protection and assisted starting must be provided on motor sizes above
7.5 kW.
1.1.16.47 Controller
The controller shall consist of a totally enclosed cabinet of non combustible materials.
The cabinet shall be provided with lockable doors, sealed against the ingress of water
and dust. The protection shall be to IP 54 minimum.
The cabinet shall contain all necessary contactors, relays and components to ensure
efficient starting, stopping and reversing of the drive motor, brake applications and the
operation of functional safety circuits, including motor overload protection devices.
All circuits shall be adequately protected by approved type fuses and a phase
failure/reversal relay shall be incorporated in the protective circuits. An earth stud shall
be provided at a suitable location in each controller. All metal frames, door covers,
armouring, trunking and controller components at earth potential shall be earthed.

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1.1.16.48 Machine Brake

The drive machine shall be fitted with an electro mechanical service brake operating on
the high speed shaft of the motor. The brake shall be held off electrically and spring
applied to a fail safe condition. The operation of a safety switch or stop button shall
apply the brake.
The brake shall be capable of arresting a loaded escalator/travelator operating at a
contract speed. Determination of the brake and stopping distances shall be in accord
with BS EN 115.
Provision shall be made to release the brake by hand, but it must be impossible to lock
the brake off in the released position.
The brake shall automatically stop the escalator/travelator when the power supply is
interrupted for any cause or by any of the safety devices being activated, and it shall hold
the escalator/travelator stationary under the full load conditions (100% carrying capacity).
1.1.16.49 Auxiliary Brake
An electro-mechanical operated auxiliary brake shall be fitted to the main drive shaft
where necessary to comply with BS EN 115. The brake shall operate each time the
escalator/travelator is brought to a stop following the operation of the safety devices,
over speed, fault reversal, or main drive chain breakage.
The applied brake forced shall be sufficient to enable the escalator/travelator to be safely
used as a fixed stair in an emergency.
1.1.16.50 Safety Devices
The following safety devices shall be incorporated in each escalator/travelator. The
operation of any of these devices shall cause the escalator/travelator to stop and the
operational brake to be applied.

Non reversal device

Broken step chain detector
Step and chain wheel control contact
Handrail entry obstruction device
Comb plate safety device
Step up thrust control contact at each landing
Drive motor overload
Phase failure relay
Hand winding and brake release facilities
Emergency stop buttons at top and bottom ends
Hand rail entry switches
Double row skirt bus guards
Neck guards where relevant
Anti climbing guards
Inspection control buttons
Hand rail speed detector
Guarding in accordance with pure regulations
End barrier guards

1.1.16.51 Stop Switches

A stop switch shall be provided within the machine compartment. The switch shall
disconnect the power supply to the motor and through application of the brake bring the
escalator/travelator to rest.

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Emergency stop switches shall be located at the upper and lower landings adjacent to
the start switches. The location shall be accessible whilst not prone to accidental tripping
or misuse.
1.1.16.52 Start Switches
Starting shall be carried out by key operated buttons or switches located at the upper
and lower landings.
1.1.16.53 Operational Panel
An operation panel shall be provided at the upper landing which will indicate on a display
panel when a stop switch has been activated or when a handrail entry device has been
tripped. It shall also provide the facility to operate the escalator/travelator lighting.
The control panel shall be capable of shutting down on receipt of a fire alarm signal.
1.1.16.54 Notices and Signs
Notices and signs provided for each escalator/travelator shall be of a durable material
placed in a conspicuous position, written clearly in legible characters or pictograph form
complying with BS EN 115 and BS 5378.
1.1.16.55 Wiring
All wiring shall be LSF insulated and oil resistant. All cables have to be carefully fastened
within the escalator/travelator truss in order to avoid contact with moving parts.
Carry out the wiring from the main intake of the supply to the machine rooms.
1.1.16.56 Balustrade
All escalator/travelators shall be delivered with 1,100 mm-high balustrades consisting of
deck covers, handrail guides interior panels and skirt panels.
The skirt panels are to be from stainless steel, covered in low friction material. Ensure
stiffness in accord with BS EN 115.
The interior panels shall be of 10 mm thick fully heat strengthened clear safety glass to
BS 6206 with joints vertical to the handrails. The handrail will run on a guide rail mounted
centrally on the balustrade interior panel.
The skirting shall be fitted with a brush deflector to reduce the risk of accident by trapping
between the skirt and step.
1.1.16.57 BMS Interface
230 V-rated volt-free normally closed contacts shall be provided in the control panel to
operation on common failure/fault.

1.2

Product Delivery, Storage and Handling

1.2.1

Delivery
Delivery of all materials brought to the site shall be recorded by means of delivery
sheets.

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Large plant items and items of large monetary value shall be delivered by the
manufacturer or supplier in proprietary crates/packaging using vehicles intended for the
purpose.
The Engineer shall be notified in advance of such large plant items arriving at site to
enable inspection of the status of equipment and packaging at time of receipt.
1.2.2

Delivery Documentation
Delivery sheets shall include the manufacturer's name, model and type number and full
details of duty and rating for all items of plant including control equipment, as well as the
date of delivery, inspection details and the name of person accepting the delivery.
All relevant accompanying documentation shall be included with the equipment at the
time of delivery and appropriate checks shall be made ensuring that the documentation
corresponds to the delivered items.
For factory assembled and packaged units of refrigeration plant, pressure and leak test
results as specified by BS EN 378 shall be supplied.
These records shall be maintained on site and shall be available for review by the
Engineer if requested.

1.2.3

Off-Site Storage Prior to Delivery

Where the Contractor obtains material early, for example for financial benefits of early
purchasing, but chooses to store the items off site in his own premises the above
statements apply both to the initial delivery to the off-site premises and subsequent
delivery to the site.

1.2.4

Handling
All materials entering the site shall be handled at all times in a safe manner between
delivery to site stores or from stores to location of final installation.
Handling of all materials shall in all instances be in accordance with the manufacturers
recommendations. All material delivered to site should be accompanied by the relevant
manufacturers data referring to the handling of the item.
Particular importance shall be given to the handling of large plant items and large
monetary value items. Any damage caused during handling of material and plant on site
shall be reported to the engineer at the earliest possible time.
The contractor shall ensure that all plant required to move material and equipment is
available on site at the time needed.

1.2.5

Storage and Protection

The location and size of site stores shall be agreed in advance of site mobilisation. The
size of any internal storage shall be adequate for the quantities of equipment requiring
internal storage, and shall be decided on the basis of the planned schedule of site
deliveries.
Storage of material shall be in accordance with the requirements of the manufacturer.
Particular importance shall be given to items requiring stable climatic conditions
(temperature, humidity and sunlight) to ensure that they are not damaged between time
of supply from the manufacturer and the time at which they are to be installed.

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Where required certain parts of equipment may have to be installed at a later date than
the bulk of the equipment, for example UPS batteries may be installed later than the
cabinet ensuring that air conditioning is working prior to their installation.
Storage of material will be in 3 categories which shall include:

Internal storage
Internal storage in climatic controlled environment
External storage

Whilst in storage, the Contractor is obliged to ensure the protection of material. This
includes security of such material and also the physical protection.
Any such items of equipment delivered to site in crates or containers should remain in its
packaging until the time if installation, the crates or containers should be opened to
check the equipment upon arrival at the site but then re-sealed to prevent damage from
occurring whilst in storage.
24-hour security shall be provided to guard stores of equipment containing high-value
items.

2.

PART 2 METHODOLOGY AND WORKMANSHIP

2.1

Installation and Testing

The installation(s) shall comply with all relevant legislative requirements of the Kingdom
of Bahrain.
The installation shall comply with any special regulations issued by any relevant authority
of the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Unless specified to the contrary by any special requirements of the Electricity Directorate
or Gas Authority, electrical works shall comply with BS 7671: 2001 (Requirements for
electrical installations, The IEE Wiring Regulations. (Seventeenth Edition)), and gas
installations shall comply with the requirements of The Institution of Gas Engineers
Utilization Procedures (IGE/UP).

2.2

Off-Site Testing of Components

Where British Standards stipulate testing of items of equipment to demonstrate
compliance, these shall be carried out at the manufacturer's works or elsewhere as
appropriate. In all cases, test certificates shall be submitted in duplicate to the Engineer
and be included in the Record Documents. In certain cases, where appropriate, type test
certificates will be accepted as indicated.
Test certificates shall serve as a record that the item referred to has been shown under
test to meet the requirements of this Specification and/or British Standards as applicable
and shall be dated, numbered and clearly referenced to the item tested by means of
serial, chassis, or other manufacturer's reference number permanently marked in a
conspicuous position.
Where an individual inspection or test takes place at the manufacturer's works, a
representative of the Contractor shall normally be required to be present.
Tests shall be made at the Contractor's or Supplier's premises, on samples of materials
and components to be installed in the Works in any manner deemed necessary by the
Engineer to ensure conformity with this Specification. The results of such tests shall in no
way relieve the Contractor of his responsibilities to ensure that all materials and
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components used in the Works are entirely suitable for the applications and conditions of
operation.
All control panels shall be checked at the manufacturer's works and certified to comply
with the Particular Specification prior to despatch. Functional checks shall also be carried
out at the manufacturer's works to ensure that all inter-locking and sequencing is in
accordance with the performance requirements. Test jumpers, where fitted, shall be
removed at the end of the checking. Documentary evidence of compliance with short
circuit ratings shall also be provided.

2.3

Installation Management
Guidance on appropriate arrangements for the management of the building services
installation is given in BSRIA Applications Guide 11/98: Project Management Handbook
for Building Services.
Lifting beams shall be provided above heavy plant items, for use for maintenance and
repair.

2.3.1

Access and Provision of Space in Plant Rooms

The Contractor shall ensure the provision of adequate access in and around the site for
installation, maintenance and deliveries for all services.
The arrangements shall be incorporated in the Contractors method statements.
The installed layout of plant systems should permit adequate access for maintenance
and commissioning and should be consistent with manufacturers guidelines.

2.3.2

Ductwork and Ventilation Systems Installation

Ductwork shall be installed in accordance with the requirements and procedures set out
in the HVCA specifications:

2.3.3

Specification for Sheet Metal Ductwork Low, Medium & High Pressure/Velocity Air
Systems DW144 (1998) (supersedes DW 142)
Standard for Kitchen Ventilation Systems DW172 (2005)
Specification for Plastics Ductwork DW154 (2000)

Pipe Work Installation

Pipe work installation shall comply with the guidance set out in the following HVCA
technical reports, unless agreed otherwise with the Engineer.
TR5
TR6
TR11
TR15
TR16
TR20

Welding of Carbon Steel Pipe work

Guide to Good Practice Site Pressure Testing of Pipe work
Guide to the Use of Plastic Pipe work
Gas Safety Checklist
Modular Prefabrication Guidance Notes
Installation & Testing of Pipe work Systems

Standard guidance should be followed regarding the provision of maintenance

equipment on all systems, such as drain points, isolating valves and access panels.
There shall be sufficient drain points so that the system can be drained within a
reasonable period.

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2.4

Site Testing of Pipe Work and Ductwork

The Contractor shall be responsible for site testing of static systems in order to ensure
safe operating conditions consistent with design performance. Site testing shall include
inspection and testing of welding and brazing, pressure testing for soundness of
hydraulic systems and air leakage testing of ductwork systems.
Unless otherwise indicated, fuel, water (other than treated water) and electricity
necessary for the operation of the plant during site testing will be provided free of cost by
the Contractor.
After completion of pipe work cleaning operations and before the application of thermal
or acoustic insulation, each water distribution system shall be charged with clean water
and then subjected to a hydraulic test of 1.5 times the working pressure. There shall be
no loss of pressure during a period of not less than 30 minutes. To suit particular
installations, hydraulic test(s) shall be carried out on the complete system or in sections
as directed by or agreed with the Engineer. Where sectional testing is adopted, a final
hydraulic test will be necessary. Any items of equipment set to operate at or below the
test pressure shall be isolated or removed prior to the application of this test. On
completion of testing and cleaning operations, systems shall be protected against
internal corrosion until the water treatment plant is put into service.
Medium and high pressure/velocity ductwork systems shall be tested for air leakage in
accordance with HVCA Specification DW/142 using method described in HVCA
publication DW/143. Low pressure/velocity ductwork systems shall be tested for air
leakage by the same methods where indicated.
Installations or sections of air or water distribution systems which will be embedded in
the structure or concealed in permanently sealed ducts, trenches, roof spaces, and so
on, shall, in addition to the above specified tests, be individually tested as they are
installed and before being embedded or concealed.
Vibration transmission-break equipment shall be thoroughly checked for correct
installation and alignment, and shall be statically tested to ensure that suspensions
and/or connections operate as intended.
The Contractor shall be responsible for correcting any unacceptable vibration apparent
during plant operation.
Wiring terminations to control equipment shall be checked for compliance with the wiring
diagrams, and for interlocking with other equipment. Any faults shall be rectified unless
associated with wiring carried out under a separate Contract in which case they shall be
recorded and the details passed to the Engineer for action.

2.5

Earth Bonding
Bonding of all extraneous conductive parts of the installation (including metallic pipe
work, Ductwork, insulation cladding, and so on) shall be carried out in accordance with
BS 7671 and BS 7430: Code of practice for earthing.

2.6

'As Installed' Drawings

The Contractor shall provide 'As Installed' drawings in the number, format and media
specified in the Particular Specification.
Unless otherwise indicated, the drawings shall show the following:

the complete installation including the sizes and routes of all ductwork and pipe
work,
the location and identification number of all dampers,
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the location and identification number of all terminal units, fan coil units, grilles,
registers and diffusers,
the location and identification number of each pipe work isolating, regulating and
control valve according to the labelling and circuit control diagram(s) required by the
Specification,
the location and identification of services buried within the structure or underground,
The manufacturer's name, model and type number and full details of duty and rating
for all items of plant including control equipment.

Each drawing shall include the name of the site, section of the Works, the title of the
installation, the date of completion of the Works, the contract number and the name of
the Contractor, and shall clearly show the words 'AS INSTALLED'.
During the course of the Works the Contractor shall maintain a fully detailed record of all
changes from the tender drawings to facilitate easy and accurate preparation of the 'As
Installed' drawings and to ensure that these drawings are in all respects a true record of
the installation. The symbols used for individual 'As Installed' drawings shall be identified
on each drawing.

2.7

Identification of Services
Pipe work and ductwork service installations shall be identified by colour band code
and/or symbols in accordance with BS 1710, and/or HVCA DW 144.
All pipe work shall be identified by colour bands at least 25 mm wide. All ductwork shall
be identified by colour triangles with a side length of at least 150 mm. The bands or
triangles shall be spaced and located to permit ready identification of the services,
particularly adjacent to equipment positions, at all valves, at service junctions, at wall
penetrations and at all changes of direction.
In addition, all pipe work and ductwork in plant rooms and service areas shall be indelibly
and legibly marked with black or white letters and arrows, to show the type of service and
the direction of fluid flow. Lettering shall be 50 mm in height or of pipe nominal bore
where this is smaller. All water storage vessels shall be properly labelled in accordance
with the requirements of the Particular Specification.
Services shall be shown as follows:

Chilled water CHW

Cooling water CLW
Supply air SA
Return or re-circulated air RA
Fresh air FA
Exhaust air EA

The letters F and R shall be added to pumped distribution to show flow and return
respectively. All symbols shall conform to the legend on the 'As Installed' drawings and
plant room valve charts.

2.8

Refrigerant Handling
The guidance given in HVCA publication RAC/70 Guide to Good Practice - Commercial
and Light Industrial Refrigeration Non-statutory standard for designers, specifies,
contractors and end users of commercial refrigerating systems shall be followed
wherever possible. This document also gives guidance on the safe handling of
refrigerants and the REFCOM Scheme.
Mechanical vapour compression refrigeration plant shall use hydrogenated CFCs (HCFC)
or hydro fluorocarbons (HFC) or any other refrigerant having zero Ozone Depletion
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Potential (ODP). Refrigerants R11 and R12 shall not be offered for any new cooling plant
installations.
The refrigerant used shall be fully compatible with all materials within the complete
refrigeration system with which the refrigerant will come into contact.
The plant shall be charged with lubricant and shall be provided with a holding charge of
refrigerant or inert gas before dispatch from the Works where a full charge is impractical.
Where this is the case the procedures for charging outlined in CIBSE Commissioning
Code R shall be followed after installation.
Installations shall comply with BS EN 378: Part 14, Refrigerating systems and heat
pumps. Safety and environmental requirements.
Where Rll or R12 have to be removed from existing installations, the disposal shall be
carried out as required by CECOMAF document GT1-001.
Operatives shall have a Certificate of Achievement for Safe Handling of Fluorocarbon
Refrigerants showing the registration reference number and date of registration.

2.9

Refrigerant Pipe Work

To minimise the possibility of refrigerant losses to atmosphere, pipe work joints shall be
kept to a minimum. Wherever possible, brazing or welding is preferable to flared, screwed
or flanged connections.
Copper suction, discharge and liquid lines up to 41/8 in (105 mm) outside diameter (O/D)
shall be fabricated from refrigerant quality tube to BS 2871: Part 2, Table 2 material
7
designation C106. Tube shall be fully annealed up to /8 in (22 mm) outside diameter
(O/D) only. Tube shall be delivered to site internally degreased and shall be stored in
clean and dry conditions with ends sealed until required for installation.
Flared joints in copper piping systems shall only be accepted on equipment accessories.
Compression fittings shall only be accepted for feed piping to pressure gauges and
similar fittings only where these are mounted on instrument or control panels. Brazing
shall be carried out in accordance with HVCA/JIB Recommended practice and tests for
competency. Brazing rods shall be cadmium-free and conform to BS EN 1044.
Steel suction, discharge and liquid lines shall be fabricated from seamless pipe complying
with BS EN 10216: Part 2 or BS EN 10217:Part 2 material grade 360 minimum or
higher quality. Steel pipe shall be clean and free from all debris, including rust, mill scale,
flux and welding scale. Pipe shall be stored in clean dry conditions until required for
installation. Ingress of dirt and moisture shall be prevented at all times, including during
fixing operations, by sealing or use of end caps.
Joints in steel pipe work shall be welded or flanged. Fabricated mitred or segmental
bends, unless an integral part of equipment design, shall not be used. Screwed joints
shall only be used on equipment accessories with either taper form threads using an
approved sealing compound, or parallel threads associated with machined joint faces and
a suitable joint.
Welding shall be carried out in accordance with HVCA/JIB Recommended practice and
tests for competency.
Plastics pipe, with compression fittings to BS 864: Part 3 may be used for feed piping to
pressure gauges and similar fittings only where these are mounted on instrument or
control panels. The grades of pipe used shall withstand the test pressure applied and the
effects of refrigerant and oil. Plastic pipe shall not be used for any other refrigerant piping.

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After completion, the refrigerant pipe work shall be subjected to pressure and leakage
tests.

2.10

Testing of Refrigerant Plant

Refrigeration equipment assembled on site, including compressors, condensers,
evaporators and absorption units shall undergo a strength pressure test and a leakage
pressure test after all piping has been fitted. This test shall be in addition to the strength
pressure test on each unit at completion of manufacture. The required test pressure shall
be between 1.3 and 1.5 times the working system pressure, as shown in the relevant
Institute of Refrigeration Safety Code given below:

The Pressure Equipment Directive, (97/23/EC).

Pressure Equipment Regulations 1999.

Safety Code for Refrigerating Systems Utilizing Groups A1 & A2 Refrigerants (1999),
Institute of Refrigeration.

Safety Code for Refrigerating Systems Utilizing Group A3 Refrigerants (Flammable)

(2001).

Implemented in the UK as the

Ammonia Code of Practice (2002), Institute of Refrigeration.

Guidelines for the use of Hydrocarbon Refrigerants in Static Refrigeration and Air
Conditioning Systems, published by The Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Industry
Board (ACRIB) February 2001.

Testing and approval of ventilation and air conditioning systems shall be carried out
according to the requirements of BS EN 12599 Ventilation for buildings. Test
procedures and measuring methods for handing over installed ventilation and air
conditioning systems.

2.11

Commissioning

2.11.1

General
All mechanical, electrical and plumbing services shall be commissioned in accordance
with the procedures set out in CIBSE Commissioning Codes, BSRIA Commissioning
Guides, Commissioning Specialists Association Guidance or other such equivalent
references, and the various supporting codes and guidance documents specified therein.
A Commissioning Management plan shall be prepared and submitted as one of the
scheduled method statements required by Module 01 Clause 6. The Commissioning
Management plan shall include a commissioning specification which describes the
detailed requirements with which the various commissioning services have to comply (the
commissioning work), and specific requirements for system testing. The commissioning
specification shall refer to drawings, schedules and the relevant parts of the
Commissioning Codes, guides and other standards. If necessary, specialist
commissioning advice shall be obtained on the commissioning plan.
Commissioning is defined as The advancement of an installation from the state of static
completion to full working order to the specified requirements. It includes the setting-towork of an installation, the regulation of the system and the fine tuning of the system.
Commissioning Management is defined as the planning, organisation, co-ordination and
control of commissioning activities.
For the purposes of commissioning activity Testing is defined as the measurement and
recording of system parameters to assess specification compliance.
The Contractor shall be responsible for fully commissioning each system.

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The entire commissioning procedure shall be performed to the satisfaction of the

Engineer and the Contractor shall demonstrate that the installation of any portion thereof,
which has been set to work, complies with the requirements of this Specification.
A Legionella Risk Assessment shall be made on completion of the installation.
Installations subject to the Pressure Systems and Transportable Gas Containers
Regulations shall have a Written Scheme of Inspection prepared by a Competent Person.
Prior to regulation, water pipe systems shall be modified as necessary and in accordance
with good pipe work practice, so that flow rates with all valves fully open are within 50%
above the design values.
After all water systems have been regulated, the final settings are to be recorded on the
Commissioning Certificates provided.
After the air systems have been regulated, all dampers shall be labelled and quadrants
indelibly marked to show the correct setting. Filters shall be checked and where
necessary, changed or cleaned. The Engineer shall decide whether a filter change or
cleaning is necessary, in accordance with the relevant section of this Specification.
Regulation of a system shall be achieved initially by change of drive pulleys. Any minor
regulation may be obtained by adjusting the fan discharge damper. Additional dampers
which may be required for correct air balancing, together with the associated works, shall
be provided.
After all air systems have been regulated, the final settings are to be recorded on the
Commissioning Certificates provided.
Building services plant and control systems should be inherently commissionable and the
commissioning requirements shall be identified in the detailed design. Manufacturers
shall provide commissioning information as part of the delivery documentation supplied
with any component or system.
The contractor shall allow sufficient time for the complete commissioning process and
ensure integration of the commissioning process into the overall programme.
All instruments shall be provided by the Contractor or his Commissioning Specialist, and
evidence of the accuracy of the test instruments shall be provided. Test methods shall be
demonstrated to the engineer where required.
The Contractor shall submit to the engineer a schedule detailing the equipment which he
or his Commissioning Specialist proposes to use in the testing and commissioning of the
services and the test methods to be employed. This shall form part of the commissioning
plan.
Testing and commissioning of major items of proprietary plant or specialist equipment
shall be carried out by the manufacturer's personnel and witnessed by the
Commissioning Specialist. The Engineer shall be advised of such activities.
Testing and commissioning will also include any additional accessories or devices
required for proper system balancing.
2.11.2

Commissioning of Specialist Equipment

All instruments shall be provided by the Contractor or his Commissioning Specialist, and
evidence of the accuracy of the test instruments shall be provided. Test methods shall be
demonstrated to the Engineer where required.

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The Contractor shall ensure that all commissioning work carried out on specialist
equipment by the manufacturer's personnel is completed to his satisfaction, to the
satisfaction of the Commissioning Specialist and to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
Testing and commissioning of major items of proprietary plant or specialist equipment
shall be carried out by the manufacturer's personnel and witnessed by the
Commissioning Specialist. The Engineer shall be advised of such activities.
The Contractor shall submit to the Engineer a schedule detailing the equipment which he
or his Commissioning Specialist proposes to use in the testing and commissioning of the
services and the test methods to be employed.
Pre-operational chemical cleaning of water systems shall be carried out where indicated
using a specialized agent after the Engineers approval. For chemical cleaning
requirements see Particular Specification and BSRIA Application Guide AG8/91.
Ductwork systems shall be cleaned by blowing out using the supply air fan. No fan shall
be started until cleaning is to commence.
Cleaning shall be completed before the connection of terminal units and fittings.
Duct spigot ends shall be temporarily fitted with securely fixed fine mesh covers to collect
airborne particles for disposal as directed by the Engineer.
2.11.3

Commissioning Records
The results of all checks and measurements shall be recorded in writing by the
commissioning engineer as commissioning proceeds, together with any appropriate
commentary. Records of all commissioning activities shall include details of tests
undertaken and results achieved. Records shall include calibration certificates for all
instruments used during the commissioning process.
Test results shall be recorded on Commissioning Certificates provided and countersigned
by the Engineer.
It is recommended that the format of record sheets should be agreed before testing and
commissioning commences. A pro-forma for these records may be compiled from the
relevant Commissioning Code for each particular installation.
Record sheets should be completed once only (that is, not subsequently transcribed by
typing since this can lead to errors being introduced). Where hand written records are
subsequently transcribed into typed format there shall be a formal checking process
carried out to validate their accuracy.
On completion of commissioning, the Contractor shall provide a commissioning report
containing documentary evidence that the requirements of the commissioning
specification have been met. This shall accompany the complete set of record sheets for
the commissioning process.

2.11.4

Legionella Risk Assessment

A Legionella Risk Assessment shall be made on completion of the installation, based on
CIBSE TM13, Minimising the risk of Legionnaires' disease.
The entire commissioning procedure shall be performed to the satisfaction of the
engineer and the Contractor shall demonstrate that the installation of any portion thereof,
which has been set to work, complies with the requirements of this Specification.
Note: The commissioning report should indicate that the requirements of the
commissioning specification have been met. A properly annotated copy of the
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commissioning specification, developed contemporaneously with the commissioning

works and referring to the commissioning records should be accepted as a
commissioning report.

3.

PART 3 SUMMARY
Table 1: Building Services Commissioning: A summary of Codes and Guides

Commissioning Management
CIBSE Commissioning Code M
BSRIA Guide to Commissioning Management
CSA TM/1 Standard Specification for Commissioning and Commissioning Management
CSA TM/5 Health and Safety Legislation Affecting Commissioning
Specific System Commissioning

Commissioning of Air Systems in

Buildings
Commissioning of HVAC Systems
Commissioning of VAV Systems in
Buildings

Pre-commission cleaning of water systems

GN/1 White Water

Balancing
GN/2 Automatic
Balancing Devices
GN/3 Variable Volume
Water Systems
GN/4 Bacteria within
Closed Circuit/ pipe work
systems
TM/9 Water Treatment
and the Commissioning
Engineer

Commissioning of pipe work systems

Commissioning of Water Systems in
Buildings

Heating

B, C, W

Ventilation

A, C, W

Air Conditioning

A, C, R, W

Automatic Controls &

Building Management
Systems

Testing Schedule

Commissioning
Specification

Commissioning Plan

Commissioning
Code

Commissioning Matrix

Building Logbook (or

O&M Manuals)

Air (A)

Boilers (B)
Controls (C)
Lighting (L)
Refrigeration (R)
Water (W)

CSA Documents

System Handover

BSRIA GUIDE

Commissioning
&Testing Reports

SYSTEM &
CIBSE CODE

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3.1

Requirements for Type Approvals

Requirements for type approval, as defined below, are also shown in the following tables.

Supplier Pre-Qualification Documentation

Adequate information of the suppliers organization to allow pre-qualification.

Specialist Contractor Pre-Qualification

Adequate information of the Specialist Contractor organization to allow pre-qualification.

Compliance Statement

Statement or checklist confirming compliance with the Contract.

Certified Type Tested Data

Manufacturers certified type tested data for specific items of equipment or components.

Country of Origin

Country where item of equipment or component is manufactured.

Dimensioned Manufacturers Drawings

Drawings of the item of equipment indicating all critical or major dimensions.

Associated Shop Drawings

Shop drawings showing connecting or interfacing services or equipment demonstrating

correct location, positioning and adequate provision for maintenance access, operational
needs and service connections.

Manufacturers Certified Performance Data

Performance data certified by the manufacturers R & D section and is not catalogue
data.

Copy of Third Party Approvals

Any necessary applicable third-party approval documentation such as independent

testing organizations, for example, Fire and Life Safety testing, Underwriters, Laboratory,
Loss Prevention Council, British Board of Agreement.

Program of Factory Tests and Proposed Dates

Where applicable, those items of equipment to be factory tested are to be programmed

with agreed dates and suit the construction programme.

List of Projects

A list of projects of similar nature on which the item has been successfully installed.

Visits to Similar Installations

An offer by the Contractor for a visit to similar installations to allow inspection of the item
in operation.

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Sample Warranty

Provide adequate information of the detailed warranty that will be offered in order to
ensure all contractual obligations are met.

Lead Time and Delivery Program

Full and detailed lead time for an item of equipment showing all time periods within the
delivery period. This will include all necessary transportation times, customs clearance
along with approval periods, manufacturing times testing and acceptance.

General Installation Data

Adequate data of installation requirements. This could include handling and protection
requirements and assembly of major components.

Samples

Samples of specific items as directed.

Special Finishes

Data confirming special finishes on items of plant and equipment such as protective
coatings for saline atmospheres, corrosive atmospheres or specific colours to suit interior
design, and so on.

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Heating
Ventilation
Ductwork
Kitchen Hood
Air Conditioning
DX Cooling
Air Distribution
Air Filtration
Air Heater
Air Cooler
Terminal Units

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Special Finishes

Provide Sample of Item or Component

General Installation Data

Lead Time and Delivery Programme

Provide Sample Warranty

Offer to engineer to visit similar installation

or factory to witness operation

Provide Detailed List of Projects on which

the item has been successfully installed

Program of Factory tests and Proposed

Dates

Copy of Third-Party Approvals

Manufacturers Certified Performance Data

Associated Shop Drawings

Dimensioned Manufacturers Drawings

Country of Origin

Certified Type Tested Data

Compliance Statements

Specialist Contractor Pre-Qualification

Suppliers Pre-Qualification Documentation

3.2
Table of Requirements for Type Approval
Table 2: Requirements for Type Approval

Requirements for Type Approval

Automatic Controls and BMS

Supports and Brackets
Thermal Insulation
Identification
Sound and Vibration Control
Lifting Systems
Lifts and Escalators

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Special Finishes

Provide Sample of Item or Component

General Installation Data

Lead Time and Delivery Programme

Provide Sample Warranty

Offer to engineer to visit similar installation

or factory to witness operation

Provide Detailed List of Projects on which

the item has been successfully installed

Program of Factory tests and Proposed

Dates

Copy of Third-Party Approvals

Manufacturers Certified Performance Data

Associated Shop Drawings

Dimensioned Manufacturers Drawings

Country of Origin

Certified Type Tested Data

Compliance Statements

Specialist Contractor Pre-Qualification

Suppliers Pre-Qualification Documentation

Table 2: Requirements for Type Approval (Contind)

Requirements for Type Approval

3.3

Requirements for Product Delivery, Storage and Handling

Requirements for type approval, as defined below, are also shown in the following
Table 3.

3.3.1

Definitions

Method Statement

Provide all necessary data to demonstrate the correct delivery control, storage, handling
and protection

Delivery Documentation

Any necessary documentation including custom clearances, inspection reports, prior to

shipping, after shipping and transport company paperwork, and so on.

Hazard/Risk Data Sheet

Provide adequate hazard and risk data that identifies any physical, chemical, and
biological or other such hazards associated with the item being delivered. This should
include all necessary procedures for eliminating hazard or reducing risk.

Request for Inspection

Inspection to be made when item first delivered to site or at agreed storage facility.

Delivery Inspection Condition Report

Provide full documentation in the form of a report on the condition of the delivered item.
This may include photography.

Ancillaries Included

Itemise any ancillaries, spare parts, components; tools, and so on, delivered with the item
required for assembly or installation, for example, temperature sensors and energy
meter.

Storage

Provide internal, external air conditioned or secure storage or a combination for the
delivered item.

Factory Inspection and Testing Report, Setting to Work Procedure, O&M

Instructions, and Warranty.

All necessary documentation to be provided at the time of delivery. Original copies to be

provided and to be issued to the Engineer. These documents shall form the basis of the
overall record documentation.

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Table 3: Product Delivery Control, Handling, Storage and Protection Requirements

Warranty

O&M Instructions

Setting to Work Procedure

Factory Inspection and Testing Reports

Secured Storage

Air Conditioned Storage

External Storage

Internal Storage

Ancillaries Included

Delivery Inspection Condition Report

Request for Inspection

Hazard / Risk Data Sheet

Delivery Documentation

Delivery Control, Handling, Storage and

Protection Method Statement

Product Delivery Control, Handling, Storage and Protection Requirements

Heating
Ventilation
Ductwork
Kitchen Hood
Air Conditioning
DX Cooling
Air Distribution
Air Filtration
Air Heater
Air Cooler
Terminal Units
Automatic Controls and BMS
Supports and Brackets
Thermal Insulation
Identification
Sound and Vibration Control
Lifting Systems
Lifts and Escalators

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3.4

Requirements for Methodology and Workmanship

Requirements for type approval, as defined below, are also shown in the following
Table 4.

3.4.1

Definitions

Specialist Installations Contractor Confirmation

Acceptance shall be confirmed with Engineer of the use of specialist installation

contractors, for example, fire and life safety installations.

Method Statement Installation and Quality of Workmanship

Builders Work Drawings

All necessary builders works drawings shall be provided to enable routing of services,
installation of plant, and so on.

Shop Drawings

Drawings on adequate detail to ensure installation shall be made allowing for coordination with other services, structure and architecture.

Site installation Risk Assessment

For all potential risk for site installation, working and storage areas, detail shall be
provided, discussed and agreed with Site Safety Officer.

Schedule of Programs Inspections

Site supervisor staff shall be informed by use of a schedule of when progress inspections
are to be made.

Programme of Site Test

Programme detailing all site tests for applicable items of equipment, sub-systems,
complete systems and whole building shall be provided to demonstrate completeness of
installation and operation of installations.

Setting to Work Procedure

Prior to completion of static installation, setting to work procedures of all items of

equipment and systems shall be prepared and agreed, taking into account any phasing of
works.

Regulation Procedure

Procedures shall be provided as to how equipment and systems are to be regulated to

achieve or operate to design condition. Regulation shall follow setting to work and shall
adhere to/comply with design parameters.

Commissioning Procedure

Commissioning procedure shall be developed to refine the regulation procedure in order

to optimize equipment and system operation for efficiency and energy consumption to
meet actual conditions within the building.

Record/Documentation of Formal Commissioning Measurements

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All commissioning measurements for all equipment and systems shall be recorded on
approved standard forms/commissioning manual.

Testing Equipment Calibration Certificates

Certificates shall be provided as directed.

Lifting and Access Equipment Test Certificates

Certificates shall be provided as directed.

List of Headings for O&M Manuals

List of headings and contents list for the O&M Manuals shall be provided for agreement.

Practical Completion Statement.

Full statement on the status of the practical completion of the installations for agreement
shall be provided. The statement shall include a schedule of any outstanding works.

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Schedule of Outstanding Works

Practical Completion Statement

List of Headings for O&M Manuals

Lifting and Access Equipment Test

Certificates

Testing Equipment Calibration

Certificates

Record / Document Final

Commissioning Measurements

Commissioning Procedure

Regulation Procedure
(Using Design Parameters)

Setting to Work Procedure

Programme of Site Tests with

Proposed Action Dates

Schedule of Progress Inspections

Site Installation Risk Assessment

Shop Drawings

Builders work Drawings

Method Statement for Installation

and Quality of Workmanship

Specialist Installations Contractor

Confirmation

Table 4: Methodology and Workmanship Requirements (Contind)

Methodology and Workmanship Requirements Installation, Setting to Work, Testing Inspecting and Commissioning

Heating
Ventilation
Ductwork
Kitchen Hood
Air Conditioning
DX Cooling
Air Distribution
Air Filtration
Air Heater
Air Cooler
Terminal Units
Automatic Controls and BMS
Supports and Brackets
Thermal Insulation
Identification
Sound and Vibration Control
Lifting Systems
Lifts and Escalators

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3.5

Requirements for Completion and Handover

Requirements for type approval, as defined below, are also shown in the following
Table 5.

3.5.1

Definitions
All record documentation collected throughout the contract duration shall be provided.
The records shall be indexed and collated. The records shall include as scheduled below:

Final commissioning measurement data

Test reports

Inspection reports

All Method Statements and Installation procedures

Final /last material and shop drawing submittals

Final originals of standard 1 year and extended warranties

Record drawings

Operating and Maintenance instructions

Planned preventive maintenance schedules

Emergency contact details / telephone numbers

Service contracts

Staff training schedule

Final handover statement

During and at the end of the defects liability period, the following shall be provided:

Re-commissioning schedule: All equipment and systems shall be recommissioned

during the defects liability period. A project finishes at any time in the calendar year
and the commissioning may not be optimal conditions as either peak or minimum
part load conditions are truly experienced or full occupancy achieved.

Final handover report: This is any amendment to the initial handover report and shall
include the results of any re-commissioning, completion and rectification of any
defects, status of the condition and maintenance of the systems at the end of the
defects liability period.

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Final Handover Report

Mid-Liability Period ReCommissioning Schedule

Initial Handover Statement

Staff Training Schedule

Service Contracts

Emergency Contact Details

Telephone Numbers

Planned Preventative Maintenance

Schedules

Operating and Maintenance

Instructions

Record Drawings

Final Copies of Warranties

(Extended)

Final Copies of Warranties

(Standard 1 year)

(Final) Material and Shop Drawing

Submittals

All Method Statements and

Installation Procedures

Inspection Reports

Test Reports

Final Commissioning Measurements

and Data
Table 5: Completion and Handover Requirements

Completion and Handover Requirements

Heating
Ventilation
Ductwork
Kitchen Hood
Air Conditioning
DX Cooling
Air Distribution
Air Filtration
Air Heater
Air Cooler
Terminal Units
Automatic Controls and BMS
Supports and Brackets
Thermal Insulation
Identification
Sound and Vibration Control
Lifting Systems

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3.6

Reference Documents

3.6.1

Standards References
Reference

Title

BS EN 81

Safety rules for the construction and installation of lifts:

Part 1: Electric lifts
Part 2: Hydraulic lifts
Part 3: Electric and hydraulic service lifts
Part 70: Particular applications for passenger and goods
passenger lifts. Accessibility to lifts for persons including
persons with disability
Part 71: Particular applications for passenger and goods
passenger lifts. Firefighters lifts

BS EN 115

Safety of escalators and moving walks

BS EN 255: Part 3

Air conditioners, liquid chilling packages and heat pumps

with electrically driven compressors. Heating mode. Testing
and requirements for marking for sanitary hot water units

BS EN 297

Gas-fired central heating boilers. Type B11 and B11BS

boilers lifted with atmospheric burners of nominal heat input
not exceeding 70 kW

BS EN 303: Part 6

Heating boilers. Heating boilers with forced draught burners.

Specific requirements for the domestic hot water operation
of combination boilers with atomising oil burners of nominal
heat input not exceeding 70 kW

BS EN 304

Heating boilers. Test code for heating boilers for atomizing

oil burners

BS EN 306

Heat exchangers. Methods of measuring the parameters

necessary for establishing the performance

BS EN 308

Heat exchangers. Test procedures for establishing the

performance of air to air and flue gases heat recovery
devices

BS EN 328

Heat exchangers. Test procedures for establishing the

performance of forced convection unit air coolers for
refrigeration

BS EN 378

Refrigerating systems and

environmental requirements

heat

pumps.

Safety

and

Part 1: Basic requirements, definitions, classification and

selection criteria
Part 2: Design, construction, testing, marking and
documentation
Part 3: Installation, site and personal protection
Part 4: Operation, maintenance, repair and recovery
BS EN 625

Gas-fired central heating boilers. Specific requirements for

the domestic hot water operation of combination boilers of
nominal heat input not exceeding 70 kW

BS 779

Specification for cast iron boilers for central heating and

indirect hot water supply (rated output 44kW and above)

BS EN 779

Particulate air filters for general ventilation. Determination of

the filtration performance

BS EN 799: Part 5

Oil burning equipment. Specification for oil storage tanks

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BS EN 809

Pumps and pump units for liquid. Common safety

requirements

BS 835

Specification for asbestos-cement flue pipes and fittings,

heavy quality

BS 853

Specification for vessels for use in heating systems:

Part 1: Calorifiers and storage vessels for central heating
and hot water supply
Part 2: Tubular heat exchangers and storage vessels for
buildings and industrial services

BS 855

Specification for welded steel boilers for central heating and

indirect hot water supply (rated output 44 kW to 3 MW)

BS 864: Part 3

Capillary and compression tube fittings of copper and copper

alloy. Compression fittings for polyethylene pipes

BS EN 1044

Brazing. Filler metals

BS EN 1057

Copper and copper alloys. Seamless, round copper tubes

for water and gas in sanitary and heating applications

BS EN 1151: Part 1

Pumps. Rotodynamic pumps. Circulation pumps having a

rated power input not exceeding 200 W for heating
installations and domestic hot water installations. Nonautomatic circulation pumps, requirements, testing, marking

BS EN 1216

Heat exchangers. Forced circulation air-cooling and airheating coils. Test procedures for establishing the
performance

BS EN 1254 (various parts) Copper and copper alloys. Plumbing fittings

BS EN 1366: Part 2

Fire resistance tests for service installations. Fire dampers

BS EN 1443

Chimneys. General requirements

BS 1710

Specification for identification of pipelines and services

BS EN 1751

Ventilation for buildings. Air terminal devices. Aerodynamic

testing of dampers and valves

BS EN 1822

High efficiency air filters (HEPA and ULPA):

Part 1: High efficiency air filters (HEPA and ULPA).
Classification, performance testing, marking
Part 2: High efficiency air filters (HEPA and ULPA).
Aerosol production, measuring equipment, particle
counting statistics
Part 3: High efficiency air filters (HEPA and ULPA).
Testing flat sheet filter media
Part 4: High efficiency air filters (HEPA and ULPA).
Determining leakage of filter element (scan method)
Part 5: High efficiency air filters (HEPA and ULPA).
Determining the efficiency of filter element

BS EN 1856

Chimneys. Requirements for metal chimneys:

Part 1: Systems chimney products
Part 2: Metal liners and connecting flue pipes

BS EN 1859

Chimneys. Metal chimneys. Test methods

BS EN 1886

Ventilation for buildings. Air handling units. Mechanical

performance

BS 2486

Recommendations for treatment of water for steam boilers

and water heaters

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BS 2655

Specification for lifts, escalators, passenger conveyors and

paternosters:
Part 1: General requirements for electric, hydraulic and
hand-powered lifts
Part 4: General requirements for escalators and
passenger conveyors
Part 5: General requirements for paternosters

BS 2790

Specification for design and manufacture of shell boilers of

welded construction

BS 3928

Method for sodium flame test for air filters (other than for air
supply to I.C. engines and compressors)

BS 4076

Specifications for steel chimneys

BS ISO 4190

Lift (US: Elevator) installation:

Part 1: Class I, II, III and VI lifts
Part 2: Class IV lifts

BS 4485: Part 2

Water cooling towers. Methods for performance testing

BS 4485: Part 3

Water cooling towers. Code of practice for thermal and

functional design

BS 4856

Methods for testing and rating fan coil units, unit heaters and
unit coolers:
Part 1: Thermal and volumetric performance for heating
duties; without additional ducting
Part 2: Thermal and volumetric performance for cooling
duties; without additional ducting
Part 3: Thermal and volumetric performance for heating
and cooling duties; with additional ducting
Part 4: Determination of sound power levels of fan coil
units, unit heaters and unit coolers using reverberating
rooms

BS 4999

General requirements for rotating electrical machines

BS 5000

Specification for rotating electrical machines of particular

types or for particular applications

BS 5141: Part 2

Specification for air heating and cooling coils. Method of

testing for rating of heating coils

BS 5258: Part 1

Safety of gas domestic appliances. Specifications for central

heating boilers and circulators

BS EN 5378

Safety signs and colours

BS 5410

Code of practice for oil firing:

Part 1: Installations up to 45 kW output capacity for space
heating and hot water supply purposes
Part 2: Installations of 45 kW and above capacity for
space heating, hot water and steam supply purposes

BS 5440

Flueing and ventilation for gas appliances of rated input not

exceeding 70 kW net (1st, 2nd and 3rd family gases):
Part 1: Specification for installation of gas appliances to
chimneys and for maintenance of chimneys
Part 2: Specification for installation and maintenance of
ventilation for gas appliances

BS 5449:

Specification for forced circulation hot water central heating

systems for domestic premises
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BS 5655

Lifts and service lifts:

Part 1: Safety rules for the construction and installation of
electric lifts
Part 2: Safety rules for the construction and installation of
hydraulic lifts
Part 6: Code of practice for the selection and installation of
new lifts
Part 7: Specification for manual control devices, indicators
and additional fittings
Part 8: Specification for eyebolts for lift suspension
Part 9: Specification for guide rails
Part 10: Specification for the testing and inspection of
electric and hydraulic lifts
Part 11: Code of practice for the undertaking of
modifications to existing electric lifts
Part 12: Code of practice for the undertaking of
modifications to existing hydraulic lifts

BS 5854

Code of practice for flues and flue structures in buildings

BS 5885: Part 1

Automatic gas burners Specification for burners with input

rating 60 kW and above

BS 5925

Code of practice for ventilation principles and designing for

natural ventilation

BS 6583

Methods for volumetric testing for rating of fan sections in

central station air handling units (including guidance on
rating)

BS 6798

Specification for installation of gas-fired boilers of rated input

not exceeding 70 kW net

BS 6880

Code of practice for low temperature hot water heating

systems of output greater than 45 kW:
Part 1: Fundamental and design considerations
Part 2: Selection of equipment
Part 3: Installation, commissioning and maintenance

BS 7074: Part 1

Application, selection and installation of expansion vessels

and ancillary equipment for sealed water systems:
Part 1: Code of practice for domestic heating and hot
water supply
Part 2: Code of practice for low and medium temperature
hot water heating systems

BS 7255

Code of practice for safe working on lifts

BS 7291

Thermoplastics pipes and associated fittings for hot and cold

water for domestic purposes and heating installations in
buildings:
Part 1: General requirements
Part 2: Specification for polybutylene (PB) pipes and
associated fittings
Part 3: Specification for cross-linked polyethylene (PE-X)
pipes and associated fittings
Part 4: Specification for chlorinated polyvinyl chloride
(PVC-C) pipes and associated fittings and solvent cement

BS 7430

Code of practice for earthing

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BS 7593

Code of practice for treatment of water in domestic hot water

central heating systems

BS 7671

Requirements for electrical installations, The IEE Wiring

Regulations. (Seventeenth Edition)

BS 7801

Escalators and moving walks. Code of practice for safe

working on escalators and moving walks

BS 9999

Code of practice for fire safety in the design, management

and use of buildings

BS EN 10216: Part 2

Seamless steel tubes for pressure purposes. Technical

delivery conditions. Non-alloy and alloy steel tubes with
specified elevated temperature properties

BS EN 10217: Part 2

Welded steel tubes for pressure purposes. Technical

delivery conditions. Electric welded non-alloy and alloy steel
tubes with specified elevated temperature properties

BS EN 10255

Non-alloy steel tubes suitable for welding and threading.

Technical delivery conditions

BS ISO 10294

Fire resistance tests. Fire dampers for air distribution

systems:
Part 1: Test method
Part 2: Classification, criteria and field of application of test
results
Part 3: Guidance on the test method
Part 4: Test of thermal release mechanism
Part 5: Intumescent fire dampers

BS EN 12101: Part 8

Smoke and heat control systems. Smoke damper

BS EN 12097

Ventilation for buildings. Requirements for ductwork

components to facilitate maintenance of ductwork systems

BS EN 12098

Controls for heating systems:

Part 1: Outside temperature compensated control
equipment for hot water heating systems
Part 2: Optimum start-stop control equipment for hot water
heating systems

BS EN 12236

Ventilation for buildings. Ductwork hangers and supports

Requirement for strength

BS EN 12237

Ventilation for buildings. Ductwork. Strength and leakage of

circular sheet metal ducts

BS EN 12238

Ventilation for buildings. Air terminal devices. Aerodynamic

testing and rating for mixed flow application

BS EN 12385: Part 5

Steel wire ropes. Safety. Stranded ropes for lifts

BS EN 12599

Ventilation for buildings. Tests procedures and measuring

methods for handing over installed ventilation and air
conditioning systems

BS EN 12828

Heating systems in buildings. Design for water-based

heating systems

BS EN 12831

Heating systems in buildings. Method for calculation of the

design heat load

BS EN 13030

Ventilation for buildings. Terminals. Performance testing of

louvers subject to simulated rain

BS EN 13053

Ventilation for buildings. Air handling units. Ratings and

performance for units, components and sections
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BS EN 13084: Part 6

Free-standing chimneys. Steel liners. Design and execution

BS EN 13141

Ventilation for buildings. Performance testing of

components/products for residential ventilation
Part 1: Externally and internally mounted air transfer
devices
Part 2: Exhaust and supply air terminal devices
Part 3: Range hoods for residential use
Part 4: Fans used in residential ventilation systems
Part 6: Exhaust ventilation system packages used in a
single dwelling

BS EN 13181

Ventilation for buildings. Terminals. Performance testing of

louvers subject to simulated sand

BS EN 13215

Condensing units for refrigeration. Rating conditions,

tolerances, and presentation of manufacturers performance
data

BS EN 13216: Part 1

Chimneys. Test methods for system chimneys. General test

methods

BS EN 13403

Ventilation for buildings. Non metallic ducts. Ductwork made

from insulation ductboards

BS EN 13741

Thermal performance acceptance testing of mechanical

draught series wet cooling towers

BS EN 13771: Part 1

Compressor and condensing units for refrigeration.

Performance testing and test methods. Refrigerant
compressors

BS EN 13831

Closed expansion vessels with built-in diaphragm for

installation in water

BS EN 14134

Ventilation for buildings. Performance testing and installation

checks of residential ventilation system

BS EN 14336

Heating systems in buildings. Installation and commissioning

of water based heating systems

BS EN 14511

Air conditioners, liquid chilling packages and heat pumps

with electrically driven compressors for space heating and
cooling:
Part 1: Terms and definitions
Part 2: Test conditions
Part 3: Test methods
Part 4: Requirements

BS EN 14518

Ventilation for buildings. Chilled beams. Testing and rating of

passive chilled beams

BS EN 15116

Ventilation in buildings. Chilled beams. Testing and rating of

active chilled beams

BS EN 50214

Flat polyvinyl chloride sheathed flexible cables

BS EN 60034

Rotating electrical machines

BS EN 60335-231

Specification for safety of household and similar electrical

appliances. Particular requirements. Range Hood

BS EN 61591

Household range hoods. Methods for measuring

performance

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3.6.2

Other Sources of Reference Documents

ACRIB Guidelines for the use of Hydrocarbon Refrigerants in Static Refrigeration and Air
Conditioning Systems, published by The Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Industry
Board (ACRIB) February 2001
CECOMAF GT1-001: Reduction of chlorofluorocarbon emissions from refrigerating
systems.
HSE, L8: The prevention or control of legionellosis (including legionnaires disease).
Approved Code of Practice, HSE, 2000
HVCA, A practical guide to ductwork leakage testing, DW/143, 2000
HVCA, Specification for sheet metal ductwork, low, medium and high pressure/velocity air
systems DW/144 HVCA, 1998
HVCA, Specification for Plastics Ductwork, DW/154, 2000
HVCA, Standard for kitchen ventilation systems, DW/172 HVCA, 1999
HVCA, Guide to Good Practice Commercial and Light Industrial Refrigeration, RAC/70,
2003
HVCA, Welding of Carbon Steel Pipework, TR 5, 2003
HVCA, Guide to Good Practice Site Pressure Testing of Pipework, TR6, 2006
HVCA, Guide to the Use of Plastic Pipework, TR 11, 2006
HVCA, Water Treatment BSRIA Technical Note, TR 13, 1993
HVCA, Gas Safety Checklist, TR 15,2003
HVCA, Modular Fabrication Guidance Notes, TR16, 1997
HVCA, Guide to good practice cleanliness of ventilation systems, TR 17, 1998
HVCA, Installation and Testing of Pipework Systems, TR20, 2003
Institute of Refrigeration Safety Code for Refrigerating Systems Utilizing Groups A1 & A2
Refrigerants (1999), the Safety Code for Refrigerating Systems Utilizing Group A3
Refrigerants (Flammable) (2001) and the Ammonia Code of Practice (2002)
Oil Fired Appliance Standard OFS A100 (2000)
Project management handbook for building services BSRIA Applications Guide 11/98

3.6.3

Commissioning References
Commissioning of VAV systems in buildings: BSRIA Commissioning Guide AG 1/91
Commissioning of water systems in buildings: BSRIA Commissioning Guide AG 2/89.2
Commissioning of air systems in buildings: BSRIA Commissioning Guide AG 3/89.2
Pre-commissioning cleaning of water systems: BSRIA Commissioning Guide AG 8/91
Commissioning of pipe work systems design considerations: BSRIA Commissioning
Guide AG 20/95
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Commissioning HVAC systems division of responsibilities: BSRIA Commissioning

Guide TM1/88
Air distribution systems: CIBSE Commissioning Code A
Boiler Plant: CIBSE Commissioning Code B
Automatic control systems: CIBSE Commissioning Code C
Lighting CIBSE: Commissioning Code L
Refrigeration Systems: CIBSE Commissioning Code R
Water Distribution Systems: CIBSE Commissioning Code W
CIBSE TM13, Minimising the risk of Legionnaires' Disease
Dicks M Commissioning Management: How to achieve a fully functioning building BSRIA
AG 5/2002
White Water Balancing Guidance Note: Commissioning Specialists Association GN/1
Automatic Balancing Devices Guidance Note: Commissioning Specialists Association
GN/2
Variable Volume Water Systems Guidance Note: Commissioning Specialists Association
GN/3
Bacteria within Closed Circuit/Pipe Work Systems Guidance Note: Commissioning
Specialists Association GN/4
Standard specification for the commissioning of mechanical engineering services
installations for buildings: Commissioning Specialists Association T/M 1
Health and Safety Legislation Affecting Commissioning: Commissioning Specialists
Association TM/5
Water Treatment and the Commissioning Engineer: Commissioning Specialists
Association TM/9

4.

PART 4 FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS

4.1

General

4.1.1

Scope of Work
This section specification is for procurement of a fire detection and suppression system. It
shall be used as a standard for equipment, installation and acceptance testing.
This section describes the technical and workmanship requirements for following fire
suppression systems:

High-Pressure CO2
Low-Pressure CO2
FM200 systems for electronic equipment and electrical rooms
INERGEN systems for electronic equipment and electrical rooms
Wet Chemical Fire Suppression Systems for Kitchens

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Performance Objectives
Systems shall be provided that comply with NFPA codes and Local Civil Defence
requirements, whichever are the most onerous.
The systems shall be designed and installed by a specialist contractor.

4.1.3

Scope
Gaseous and clean agent and specialist liquid fire suppression systems shall be provided
in the following areas:
Table 6: Area and Fire Suppression System
Area
Generator Room
Generator HV Room
LV Rooms
Control Rooms
PABX Room
Electronic Equipment Rooms

4.1.4

System Type
CO2
Not Applicable
Clean Agent Extinguishing System
FM 200 or INERGEN as indicated
Automatic Fire Extinguisher
Automatic Fire Extinguisher

Control Requirements
Gaseous and clean agent fire suppression plant and equipment shall be automatically
controlled in accordance with NFPA 12 and NFPA 2001.
For INERGEN and FM200 discharge shall be automatic but advance warning (audio and
visual) shall be given to allow occupants to escape. Such warning shall be provided both
within the room and outside the room.
Facility shall be provided to allow building users to prevent a discharge, if required and if
this is admissible under NFPA code.
Facility shall be provided to allow building users to manually initiate a discharge, if
required and if this is admissible under NFPA code.

4.1.5

System Schematics
Refer to Tender/Contract drawings.

4.1.5.1

Submittals for Review

Submit samples of all products, preliminary drawings, coordinated installation drawings,
detailed schematic drawings, specifications, engineering calculations, description of
system and installation method in accordance with the Contract Documents.
Submissions shall indicate all dimensions, details of construction, details of materials,
details of installation, relation and connections with adjoining work.
Drawings and calculations shall be to the standard defined in NFPA codes.
Submit evidence to prove that the specialist contractor employed to design, install test
and commission the fire suppression systems is approved to do so by Local Civil Defense
and is licensed to design and install fire suppression systems to NFPA 12 and 2001.
Submit Manufacturers Warranty.

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4.1.5.2

Quality Assurance
Perform Work in accordance with relevant American, European or British Standards and
Industry Standard Codes.

4.1.5.3

Qualifications
Specialist Contractors shall provide references for successful projects in the Gulf region
where they have completed design and installation work for gaseous and clean agent fire
suppression installation for each type of system proposed.
Workmen employed to install fire suppression services shall have received appropriate
training and shall have at least five years relevant experience.

4.1.5.4

Mock-up
No requirements.

4.1.5.5

Environmental Requirements
The external environment is hot (up to 52C), humid (up to 32C saturated and moisture
contents up to 0.030 kg/kg), dusty (up to 70 mg/m) and saline (within 200 m of the
shoreline).

4.1.5.6

Warranty
The Manufacturers warranty shall be submitted.
Product warranties shall be extended where warranties have expired or equipment has
been utilised during the construction period. All warranties shall expire at the same time
as the Contract defects liability period.
Fire engineering systems as designed and installed shall be certified to comply fully with
NFPA and Local Civil Defense requirements and codes. Written evidence from the
Authority with Jurisdiction of any relaxations from the codes shall be provided.

4.1.5.7

Source Quality Control and Tests

Control Panels: Electrically test all control panels at works and demonstrate correct
operation.

4.1.6

Definitions

4.1.6.1 Information Indicated

Information on Tender and Contract drawings relating to gaseous and clean agent fire
protection systems is for guidance and has been identified as part of an initial coordination exercise and to provide a common basis for tenderers. This information shall be
treated a provisional and it is the responsibility of the Tenderer/Contractor to allow for
whatever materials and labour are required to achieve compliance with this specification.
However, the plant and equipment locations and primary routes as indicated shall be
complied with unless compliance will result in a failure to meet code requirements.
4.1.6.2 Internal Co-ordination
The Contractor shall co-ordinate the discharge heads and pipe work with the built form
and other services and shall co-ordinate all heads with other ceiling mounted terminals
and the ceiling grid/form. Gaseous and clean agent fire suppression system working

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drawings shall indicate the location of all other items for which coordination has taken
place.
4.1.6.3 System Activation
The Contractor shall activate the gaseous and clean agent fire suppression systems in
stages and at the earliest feasible instance and in accordance with the Clients programme
of works (schedule). Maintain and operate the gaseous and clean agent fire suppression
systems before handover to the Client.
4.1.6.4 Deactivation
The Contractor shall not deactivate systems unless approval in writing is sought from the
Engineer who will require the approval of the Clients insurance company. If systems
have to be deactivated. 24-hour, 7-day-per-week fire watch shall be provided. Advice
shall be given to the Local Civil Defence department.

4.2

High-Pressure CO2 Fire Suppression System

4.2.1

Performance Requirements
CO2 shall be contained in banks of 45 kg cylinders which shall be accommodated in a
ventilated shaded structure.
CO2 cylinders shall be held in place by a steel cage structure, securely attached to the
wall.
CO2 cylinders shall comply with the following minimum specification:

Type: high-pressure, seamless rechargeable cylinder;

Code: BS 5045:Part 7, BS EN 1964: Part 1 or equivalent;

Manufacture method: hot spinning process;

Filling ratio: 0.667 kg/litre;

Max Working Pressure: 150 bar(g), however an actual working pressure of between
44 bar(g) and 59 bar(g) is expected;

Test pressure: 250 bar(g);

Nominal size: 267mm by 1,500 mm high;

Max ambient working temperature: 54C but shall operate satisfactorily up to 66C;

Approval: Local Civil Defence and FM or UL or LPC listed.

CO2 shall be automatically released by quick action, solenoid operated, pneumatic

master cylinder valve in conjunction with slave cylinder valves. In addition, each solenoid
release valve shall have a manual release lever and a rupture disc to relieve abnormal
pressure in a controlled manner.
Where CO2 cylinder banks serve more than one room, the appropriate number of
cylinders shall be discharged and it shall be possible to identify from the solenoid release
valve which cylinders have been discharged.
Solenoid operated master cylinder release valves and slave cylinder valves shall comply
with the following specification:

Max working pressure: 140 bar(g);

Test pressure: 250 bar(g);

Max working temperature: 60C;

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Safety disc: 190 10 bar;

Approval: Local Civil Defence and FM or UL or LPC listed.

Solenoid operated master cylinder release valves and slave cylinder valves shall be
connected to a manifold header by high-pressure hoses.
High-pressure hoses shall comply with the following specification:

Construction: stainless steel inner corrugation with outer wire 304 (or better if so
required for the hot saline environment of the location) stainless steel braiding;

Max working pressure: 275 bar(g);

Max test pressure: 550 bar(g);

Max working temperature: 120C;

Nominal bore: 15 mm;

Length: 450 mm;

Approval: Local Civil Defence and FM or UL or LPC listed.

A non-return valve shall be provided on the manifold at the point each high-pressure hose
connects the cylinder to the manifold. Master and slave non return valves shall be used,
as appropriate.
Non-return valves shall comply with the following specification:

Construction: brass with stainless steel inner ball;

Max working pressure: as required;

Max test pressure: 1.5 times max working pressure;

Approval: Local Civil Defence and FM or UL or LPC listed.

Manual break glass push button releases shall be provided so that the CO2 can be
manually discharged as required. These shall be sited as NFPA 12.
Manual break glass abort switches shall not be provided as specified in NFPA 12 17.3.10.
The system shall be designed to achieve a flooding density of 40% v/v within the time
required by NFPA 12. Due allowance shall be made for any leakage from the structure.
All pipe work and fittings shall be as NFPA 12, Clause 1-9.1
Discharge nozzles shall be total flooding type.
Discharge nozzles and pipe work shall be configured in either liquid or dust cloud forms in
the fire area.
It shall be possible to manually release the CO2 by the following two means:

Electrically, by operating any of the electrical manual release switches;

Mechanically, by pressing down the hand lever on the respective master cylinder
valve.

Automatic release shall be effected by means of signals initiated by cross zoned

detectors which shall operate to close an electrical circuit energizing the time delay relay.
The CO2 shall not be released until after a pre-set period (say, one minute, but to be
agreed with the Engineer). After this time delay, the solenoid operated master cylinder

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valve shall be activated to release the CO2 which in turn shall activate the pneumatically
operated slave cylinder valves.
Immediately the release sequence is initiated, audible and visual alarms shall operate
within the protected room and outside the room to notify occupant that lethal CO2 is about
to be released. Appropriate illuminated signage shall be provided so that occupants are in
no doubt about the danger involved. Signage shall be in English and Arabic.
Once the release sequence is initiated, the ventilation dampers shall close. The CO2
control system shall include a pair of volt-free contacts which shall initiate damper
closure, and back contacts on the damper actuators shall confirm all dampers are closed
before CO2 is released.
Once the release sequence is initiated, the fuel supply to the generators shall be
automatically isolated. This shall be achieved through the deployment of a listed electrical
fuel valve. A valve that is electrically held open (with a battery reserve) and closed
through the action of a powerful spring, and is therefore of a failsafe type, shall be
preferable.
A green Healthy CO2 System indicator panel at the entrance to each protected room
shall indicate CO2 system healthy status.
Once the release sequence is initiated the fuel supply to the generators shall be
automatically isolated. This shall be achieved through the deployment of a listed electrical
fuel valve. Preference is for a valve that is electrically held open (with a battery reserve)
and closed through the action of a powerful spring and therefore are of a fail safe type
Damper actuators shall be provided by the fire specialist and shall be of a type that is
listed and designed for such use. Dampers shall be provided that are electrically held
open (with a battery reserve) and closed through the action of a powerful spring, and are
therefore of a failsafe type. Dampers shall be able to exert a torque at least twice that
required to operate the damper.
All CO2 pipe work that breaches wall, floors and ceilings of protected rooms and any
other fire compartment wall or slab shall be fire stopped.
4.2.2

Testing and acceptance

Upon completion of installation, the system shall be thoroughly tested for correct
operation and function. Test shall include actual operation of all mechanical and electrical
equipment and careful inspection of all piping and nozzles. CO2 shall be discharged into
all hazards during the test period. A full CO2 discharge and concentration test shall be
made for typical or similar total flooding hazards, using a CO2 meter to determine the
concentration. For hazards involving local application, carbon dioxide discharge tests
shall be made to verify operation and nozzle performance. Testing shall be performed
under the supervision of a representative of the manufacturer.
All CO2 furnished in testing and for initial fill of the storage unit shall be furnished by the
Contractor.

4.3

Total Flooding Fire Suppression System

This section specification is for procurement of a fire detection and suppression system. It
shall be used as a standard for equipment, installation and acceptance testing.

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4.3.1

Technical Requirements

4.3.1.1

System Components
This specification covers the requirements for an automatic fixed fire suppression system
using FM-200 as the suppression agent. The system shall be designed for use in
occupied areas containing:

Communications Equipment
Electronic Data Processing
Electric Switch Gear
High Value or Critical Equipment
Flammable Liquids.

The FM-200 system shall be as manufactured by manufacturer noted on Section 15960

or equivalent. Major components of the detection system, cylinders, valves, and releasing
devices shall be supplied by one manufacturer. Components shall be U.L. Listed and/or
F.M. Approved as compatible components of a system, particularly detection devices,
control panels, releasing devices, and signalling appliances.
Detection of products of combustion and fire shall be by devices U.L. Listed and F.M.
Approved.
Alarm signals, system supervision, and agent releasing output shall be by a control panel
with battery stand-by U.L. Listed and F.M. Approved.
Release of FM-200 agent shall be accomplished by an electrical output from the control
panel to solenoid operated releasing devices and shall be in accordance with the
requirements set forth in the current edition of the National Fire Protection Association
Standard 2001.
4.3.1.2

System Consideration and Requirements

In order to ensure system effectiveness and Client satisfaction, the Contractor shall
engineer, furnish, install, and test all specified equipment and accessories for a complete
electrically supervised system as described in the plans.

4.3.1.2.1 System Drawings

The Contractor shall specifically prepare plans which are to an indicated scale with
lettering no smaller than 3 mm and easily reproducible. These plans shall show the
quantity, location, and marking of all system components. A description and routing of all
piping shall be included. Computer flow calculations shall detail pressure changes, flow
rates, pipe and nozzle sizes. Care should be taken to locate all agent storage containers
as close to the protected area as possible to ensure complete liquid discharge of the
suppression agent within 10 seconds. System electrical schematics and diagrams shall
be provided, including a description of all interlock functions. Four sets of all drawings
shall be submitted to the Engineer and appropriate Authority Having Jurisdiction (Local
Civil Defence) for approval prior to fabrication.
4.3.1.2.2 System Checkout, Client Training and Acceptance
Upon completion of installation, a meeting shall be held at the Site with the Contractor.
Equipment supplier and the engineer shall be present. The Contractor shall familiarise
the Engineer and Building Operator with system components, system functions, and
recommended procedures. A functional test of the system shall be demonstrated. (A
room integrity test shall be conducted in accordance with NFPA 2001.) The Contractor
shall provide the necessary personnel and instruments to conduct this test. The
Contractor shall provide the Engineer with a complete operation and maintenance
manual as well as a written summary of any functional tests conducted. The Contractor
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shall be capable of conducting semi-annual system inspections and be equipped to

recondition the complete system within 24 hours in the event of a system actuation.
The following shall be included in the Contractor's quotation:

Duration of training
Location of training (on site if feasible)
Material covered and training aids available
Price for the production of VHS video of the training session.

4.3.1.2.3 Maintenance of System

A maintenance agreement shall be submitted to the Clients Project Manager for
consideration, whose acceptance thereof shall not be assumed.
4.3.1.2.4 Installation
All work shall be completed to a high degree of workmanship and in compliance with
current NFPA Standard 2001, 72, other specifications/standards referred to herein and
local codes. All openings shall be sealed at time of system installation to prevent leakage
and maintain system integrity.
4.3.1.2.5 Warranty
The System shall be warranted for parts and labour for not less than a period of one year
from date of handover. The Contractor shall specify the maintenance to be performed
during the warranty period to maintain warranty conditions.
4.3.2

General
The FM-200 Fire Suppression System shall include a detection and control system with
provision for both pre-alarm and automatic agent release.
The detection and control system shall employ photoelectric and ionization smoke
detectors and heat detectors. A single detector activated shall cause an alarm signal to
be generated. A second detector activated shall generate a pre-discharge signal and start
the pre-discharge condition.
The suppression sub-system shall provide high speed release of FM-200 based on the
concept of total flooding fire protection for enclosed areas. A uniform extinguishing
concentration shall be seven percent v/v concentration of FM-200 at 21C (70F), or
higher as recommended by the system/agent manufacturers.
FM-200 shall be stored in modular or central storage steel alloy storage containers
complying with D.O.T. Specification 4BA or 4BW and shall be equipped with differential
pressure valves. No replacement parts shall be necessary to recharge the FM-200
containers.
FM-200 shall be discharged through the operation of a solenoid operated device which
releases the agent through a differential pressure valve. Systems which employ explosive
or pyrotechnic devices shall not be permitted. The system discharge time shall be
10 seconds in accordance with NFPA Standard 2001.
All system components shall be new and of current manufacture and shall be installed in
accordance with local codes.

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4.3.3

Components

4.3.3.1

Ionization Smoke Detectors

The contractor shall furnish and install where indicated on the plans, dual chamber,
ionisation smoke detectors. The combination detector head and twist lock base shall be
U.L. Listed compatible with the FM-200 control panel.
The detector shall have a flashing status indicating LED for visual supervision. When the
detector is actuated, the flashing LED shall latch on steady and at full brilliance. The
detector shall be reset by actuating the control panel reset switch.
The sensitivity of the detector shall be monitored without removal of the detector head.
Metering test points shall be accessible on the exterior of the detector head.

4.3.3.2

Photoelectric Smoke Detectors

The contractor shall furnish and install where indicated on the plans photoelectric smoke
detectors. The combination detector head and twist lock base shall be U.L. Listed
compatible with the FM-200 control panel.
The detector shall have a flashing status indicating LED for visual supervision. When the
detector is actuated, the flashing LED shall latch on steady and at full brilliance. The
detector shall be reset by actuating the control panel reset switch.
The sensitivity of the detector shall be monitored without removal of the detector head.
Metering test points shall be accessible on the exterior of the detector head.
The detector head shall be removable from its base for cleaning, service, or replacement.
This same meter shall be capable of checking the sensitivity of both the ionization and
photoelectric type detectors. The detectors shall operate over an input voltage range from
10.2 V to 36.8 V DC. Voltage and transient suppression techniques shall withstand up to
20 V/meter to be employed to minimize susceptibility to false alarms. The detectors shall
be Factory Mutual Approved and U.L. Listed to meet U.L. Standard 268.

4.3.3.3

Thermal Detector
The thermal detector shall be a rate-compensated fixed temperature type. The fixed
temperature setting shall be in accordance with NFPA 72 recommendations.

4.3.3.4

Manual Release
The manual release stations shall be located at major points of egress and as shown on
drawings. The manual release station shall provide a means of manually discharging the
automatic fire extinguishing system when used in conjunction with the control panel. The
manual release station shall be the "dual action" type, to prevent accidental operation.
The switch shall remain in the operated position until reset by means of a key or special
tool.

4.3.3.5

Abort Stations
An abort switch shall be provided at each exit point. Operation of the abort switch shall
send a "system aborted" indication to the panel when a fire condition exists. A separate
"trouble" indication shall result if the abort switch is operated when no alarm condition
exists. Audible alarm indications shall change when the abort switch is operated as an
audible acknowledgment that the control panel has received the abort signal. Abort
switches shall be of the momentary "dead man" type, and shall only inhibit discharge
when held in the operated position.

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4.3.3.6

Graphic Annunciator
A graphic annunciator panel shall be furnished by system manufacturer. Graphic
annunciator shall be U.L. Listed. The graphic annunciator will display all of the FM-200
zones and their respective detectors. The enclosure size shall be determined by the
installing Contractor.
The graphic panels shall be of welded steel construction and be capable of being
[surface] [flush] mounted. The panel shall have a hinged front door with a lock provided.
The window shall be of clear Plexiglas mounted in an attractive metal frame. The graphic
display shall be silk screened upon the Plexiglas. Graphic panels using other than silk
screening shall not be acceptable, unless the Client has specified provision for future
modification. For this purpose, the use of adhesive artwork, protected by a "sandwich" of
dual plates of Plexiglas, shall be acceptable.
Graphic annunciators shall be [back lighted] [front lighted] with individual LEDs. Graphic
colours shall be approved prior to installation.
The graphic panel shall operate on 24 V DC as specified. Internal electronics shall be
solid state, printed circuit design. The LED colours shall indicate red for ceiling detectors
and amber for subfloor detectors, and shall be so designated on the face of the
annunciator.
A "lamp test" switch shall be provided.

4.3.3.7

Audible Alarm Devices

Upon entering the alarm mode, audible indication shall be supplied by the steady
sounding of an alarm electronic sounder. This unit shall be polarized for full supervision
and U.L. listed. It shall have an output of 86 dBA to 90 dBA to 10 feet at 24 V DC. The
sounder shall be provided with a red finish. All field wiring connections shall be made to
terminal strips or wire leads on the device.
Upon entering the pre-discharge mode, the electronic sounder shall provide a pulsed
output. Upon system discharge, the electronic sounder shall provide a steady output and
a strobe light shall flash. The strobe lens shall be of white translucent construction with
the word "FM-200" imprinted upon it. All field wiring connections shall be made to wire
leads on the device.

4.3.3.8

Electrical Control Equipment

The control panel to be used for the automatic fire detection and FM-200 fire suppression
system shall be U.L. Listed and F.M. Approved and include the following:

Cross-zone detection. Ionization and photoelectric detectors shall be installed on

separate zones of the cross-zoned system. Manual release stations shall not be
connected to the detector circuits.

Class "A" parallel wiring of the detection circuits. (Two required, for cross-zone).

Series supervised FM-200 release circuits.

Battery standby power of sufficient capacity for 24 hours of stand-by operation plus 5
minutes of alarm operation.

Three supervised audible/visual output circuits.

Three-amp rated auxiliary contacts, as required, to perform auxiliary functions.

Relays shall be an integral part of the system, U.L. Listed as part of the control
system.

Digital display showing number of seconds remaining until discharge. Display shall
consist of two seven-segment LED numerals, minimum 1 inch (2.54 cm) high.
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Container "Disable" switch, with corresponding release circuit trouble indication.

Voltmeter to indicate system voltage and amp meter to indicate battery

charge/discharge current.

Class "B" wired detection only circuits. (Two required, not related to activation of FM200 system).

The control panel shall operate on the cross-zone concept. Any single activated detector
shall be processed by the control panel as first zone alarm condition. The activation of
another detector in a separate detection zone shall cause the affected area to enter the
pre-discharge mode. If no time delay is programmed, then the system shall immediately
discharge upon activation of the second detector. The discharge circuit shall be energized
in the affected area and the red "Release" LED on the panel shall illuminate. Detection
circuits shall be installed with photoelectric smoke detectors in one zone and ionization
detectors in the other zone, such that discharge will occur only after one detector of each
type has sensed an alarm condition. Detection circuits in raised floor spaces shall have
photoelectric detectors only, due to anticipated conditions of dust and/or high air
velocities.
The control panel shall use series supervised solenoid devices as the method of
discharging the extinguishing agent. The solenoids shall be energized directly from the
control panel when system discharge is required. Systems which employ devices external
to the control panel to either supervise releasing devices or to provide energy for
discharge shall not be accepted.
The control panel shall be equipped with a supervised service disconnect switch.
Operation of this switch shall generate a trouble signal, activate an LED, and electrically
isolate all releasing devices from receiving a discharge signal. With the switch in the
"disconnected" position, it shall be possible to simulate any alarm condition and observe
proper operation of all detection and signalling circuits without causing agent discharge.
A digital display for each affected area indicating the number of seconds remaining until
discharge shall be located within the panel and visible with the panel door closed.
The control panel shall be equipped with auxiliary relays for shutdown operations. The
control panel shall be capable of programming relays independently to operate on either
trouble, system aborted, alarm, pre-discharge, or discharge modes.
The control panel shall have a separate supervisory circuit for monitoring pressure
switches on all containers. A distinct "cylinder pressure" indicator and audible signal shall
be provided in the event of a low pressure condition. An open circuit condition shall cause
a separate "fault" indication instead of a "cylinder pressure" indication.
The control panel, in addition to its yellow system trouble LED, shall further break down a
trouble condition with the use of diagnostic LEDs. These LEDs shall indicate the following
trouble conditions:

Low-pressure conditions on containers (visible with panel door closed)

Open condition, pressure supervisory circuit (separate diagnostic LED)

Audible signalling circuits reverse polarity, open or short circuit (separate LED for
each audible circuit)

Detection circuit open circuit (separate LED for each detection circuit)

Releasing circuit open circuit

Manual release circuit open circuit

Abort circuit open circuit (NOTE: Open abort circuit shall not prevent automatic
system discharge.)

AC power loss
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Battery fault open or shorted cell, disconnect

Ground fault

System alarm audible circuit reverse polarity, short or open

Microprocessor failure flashing indicator.

4.3.3.8.1 Common Control Board

The control panel shall have a common control board which provides common alarm and
trouble indications as well as alarm silence and reset switches. A common Class "B" wired
general alarm circuit shall be provided for common area signalling as well as separate
form "C" dry contacts for general alarm and trouble. A switch shall be provided that will
silence all active signals. Silencing of audible alarms shall be controlled by "resound"
logic, whereby any subsequent new alarm conditions or system discharge will reactivate
audible circuits. A "lamp test" switch shall be provided which will illuminate all alarm and
diagnostic LEDs and the digital countdown display.
4.3.3.8.2 Power Supply Board
The control panel shall have a solid state, high speed switching power supply with
24 V DC output capable of responding instantly to voltage and current surges on the input
and output sides to protect the system from malfunction and damage. A supervised
battery charging circuit and ground fault sensing circuitry shall be an integral part of the
power supply. Battery standby power shall be "on-line" such that batteries will supply
power to the system in the event of AC power loss without a power transfer relay.
4.3.3.8.3 Suppression Control Board
One board shall be provided for each protected area. The unit shall provide [Class "A"]
[Class "B"] wired detection and series supervised release circuits. Class "B" wired signal
circuits shall be provided for different distinct audible and visual indications for alarm, predischarge, and discharge conditions. Supervised manual release and abort circuits shall
be provided. Discharge delay timing logic shall be provided [complete with digital display
to indicate visually per zone the seconds remaining until discharge.] The timer shall be
field settable from 0 to 60 seconds, in 10-second increments, by means of switches to the
exact time required in seconds.
4.3.3.8.4 Standby Power
The control panel shall house its own sealed gel type standby battery power. Batteries
shall be sized to provide a minimum 24 hours standby power, but in no case shall be less
than 8 AH capacity. Batteries shall be supervised and provide a trouble signal upon
disconnect, open or shorted cell. A separate battery enclosure shall be provided if battery
calculations indicate the need for battery capacity in excess of that stored in the control
panel. The separate battery enclosure shall be manufactured by the control panel
manufacturer, and shall be of similar appearance to the control panel enclosure.
4.3.3.9 Extinguishing Sub-Systems
The system shall be designed to provide a minimum 7 percent volume concentration of
extinguishing agent. The system shall be capable of meeting the performance parameters
in the National Fire Protection Association Standard 2001. The extinguishing system shall
include the following components:

Agent storage container with valve

Discharge nozzle(s)
Solenoid operated releasing device
Mounting brackets
FM-200 agent.
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The FM-200 agent shall be stored in a storage container. This container shall be capable
of being filled in one pound increments of FM-200. The FM-200 discharge shall be
activated by an output directly from the control panel, which will activate the solenoid in
the releasing device. FM-200 agent is stored in the container as a liquid, having a natural
vapour pressure of 4.6 bar (absolute) at 25C. To aid release and distribution, the
container shall be super pressurized to 24.8 bar (gauge) at 21C with dry nitrogen.
The container(s) shall be D.O.T. approved 4BA or 4BW construction. High pressure
seamless steel cylinders shall not be acceptable. Cylinder valve bodies shall be brass.
Other materials shall not be acceptable.
The releasing device shall be easily removable from the cylinder without emptying the
cylinder. While removed from cylinder, the releasing device shall be capable of being
operated, with no replacement of parts required after this operation. The use of explosive
devices to actuate agent discharge shall not be permitted. Upon discharge of the system,
no parts shall require replacement other than gaskets, lubricants, and the FM-200 agent.
Systems which require replacement of disks, squibs, or any other parts which add to the
recharge cost, shall not be acceptable.
Systems containing components which have a dated life span and must be periodically
replaced shall not be acceptable.
The releasing device shall also be capable of direct mechanical actuation, providing a
means of discharge in the event of total electrical malfunction. The device shall be
provided with a manual lever and a faceplate with clear instructions on how to
mechanically activate the system.
All agent storage containers shall be activated by either an electrical manual discharge
station, an automatic device (or devices) or by direct mechanical actuation.
FM-200 storage cylinders shall be provided with a safety rupture disc. An increase in
internal pressure due to high temperature shall rupture the safety disc and allow the
contents to vent before the rupture pressure of the container is reached. The contents
shall not be vented through the discharge piping and nozzles. FM-200 containers shall be
equipped with a pressure gauge to display internal pressures. The gauge shall be an
integral part of the container and shall be colour-coded for fast referencing of pressure
readings.
A low pressure switch shall be provided as standard equipment on all the containers. A
decrease in pressure will cause the normally open contacts to close, indicating a trouble
condition at the control panel. The low pressure switch shall be field
removable/replaceable while the container is still fully charged.
A liquid level device shall be standard equipment on all the containers. This device will
provide a reliable means other than weighing for determining the agent weight with the
storage container during normal routine servicing. Use of the liquid level indicator shall not
require any additional space when the container is installed.
Discharge nozzles shall be used to disperse the FM-200. The nozzles shall be brass with
female threads and available in 15 mm through 50 mm sizes. Each size shall come in two
styles: 180 and 360 dispersion patterns. The nozzle used shall be provided with pipe
threads that correspond to the nozzle size. The nozzle used shall be F.M. Approved and
U.L. Listed.
Each FM-200 system shall use a solenoid operated releasing device which causes
discharge of all storage containers in the system. Each releasing device shall be
separately series supervised and operated directly from the control panel.
The extinguishing agent shall be FM-200 (Heptafluoropropane).

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4.3.4

Sequence of Operation
The system shall be designed and installed such that it is actuated by two detectors in
alarm.

4.3.4.1

Actuation of a First Detector

A steady alarm signal with a 150 mm vibrating alarm bell shall be provided.
Input shall be entered onto graphic annunciator panel to indicate location of detector in
alarm.
Input shall be entered onto Client's monitoring equipment.
Necessary control functions such as HVAC equipment shutdown shall be performed.
All emergency generators shall be shut down and/or kept from starting.
All doors leading into protected area shall be closed.

4.3.4.2

Actuation of a Second Detector

The steady alarm bell shall be silenced and an electronic sounder shall provide a pulsed
signal.
Input shall be entered into graphic annunciator panel to indicate location of detector in
alarm.]
A time delay with illuminated display shall be actuated. Time delay shall delay release of
the FM-200.
The FM-200 shall be released at the end of this time internal unless an abort switch is
operated at any time during the interval which shall:

freeze the time delay mechanism at its current position and keep it in this mode until
the abort switch is released;
reset the time delay and hold at full count;
allow the time delay to count down and hold at 10 seconds.

Upon release of the abort switch, the time delay cycle shall resume unless the entire
system has been restored to normal by switching the reset switch on the FM-200 control
panel.
Actuation of any abort station shall cause the audible signal to change, acknowledging
proper abort operation.
4.3.4.3

Discharge of Agent
Energize flashing light suitably labelled.
Annunciate to Client's monitoring equipment.
Provide a steady output from the electronic sounder.
The system shall be capable of being actuated by manual discharge stations for each
protected area. Operation of a manual discharge station shall cause alarm and shutdown
devices to operate the same as if the system had operated automatically and shall:

cause immediate discharge;

start the time delay sequence.
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The FM-200 shall be released at the end of this time delay.] Operation of a manual
discharge station shall override all abort devices.
4.3.5

Test and Acceptance

The final test and acceptance shall be conducted in the presence of the Client's
representative and governing authorities.
Tests shall demonstrate that the entire control system functions as intended. All circuits
shall be tested: Automatic discharge, manual discharge, equipment shutdown, alarm
devices, and storage container pressure. In addition, supervision of each circuit shall be
tested. Each detection device shall be tested according to the manufacturer's
recommended procedures of NFPA 72.
Room integrity tests shall be conducted. Tests shall be conducted by the Contractor, FM200 equipment manufacturer or FM-200 manufacturer's representative in the presence of
the Engineer. Such tests shall be made only after the control system has tested
satisfactorily. The manufacturer of the test equipment shall provide a specification for the
room integrity test.
An inspection shall be made by the FM-200 distributor to ensure that all required
dampers, door bottom seals, weather-stripping, caulking, and foam sealant have been
installed and that the areas protected will, in fact, contain the FM-200 for the full ten
minutes required. While the responsibility for this work may lie with other contractors or
the Engineer, the responsibility for determining the corrective action required is that of the
FM-200 system distributor/installer and shall not relieve him of his obligation to conduct
any required retests of the system at no cost to the Engineer should the test fail due to
inadequate room tightness, faulty design, installation or equipment failure.
The piping shall be pneumatically tested in a closed circuit for a period of 10 minutes at
150 psig. At the end of 10 minutes, the pressure drop shall not exceed 20 percent of the
test pressure. When pressurizing the piping, pressure shall be increased in 50 psig
increments
A flow test using nitrogen shall be performed on the piping network to verify that flow is
continuous, and the piping and nozzles are unobstructed.
As a condition of final acceptance, the Contractor shall provide operational training to the
Client's personnel. The training sessions shall include emergency procedures, abort
functions, system control panel operation, trouble procedures and safety requirements.
Upon acceptance by the Client, the complete system shall be conditioned and the system
placed in operation.

4.3.6

Other Requirements
Any specification requirement not addressed by Section 4.1.2.4 shall be covered by
Section 4.1.2.5, adjusted to take account of the operation conditions and requirements of
FM 200.

4.4

Low Pressure CO2 Fire Suppression Systems

4.4.1

Design Requirements
This section covers a fire protection system of the (total flooding) type with low pressure
CO2. (This section covers a (inerting) system utilizing low pressure CO2 to suppress or
prevent fire).
System shall be fixed installation where equipment is designed and installed to provide
fire suppression capability for hazards indicated in the Particular Specification.
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Temperatures in protected air-conditioned spaces shall be 22C and temperature in

protected non-air-conditioned spaces shall be up to 50C.
Design, fabrication and installation of system and its components shall be in compliance
with requirements and recommendations of NFPA 12.
The system shall be interfaced with building fire alarm.
4.4.2

Performance Requirements
Concentration required and holding time for total flood or length of discharge for local
application shall be provided. CO2 concentration, holding time and length of discharge
shall be as indicated in NFPA 12.

4.4.2.1

Activation Electric
An alarm condition from any detector, or operation of a manual release station (electric)
shall sound alarm devices within the protected area (electric bell, yellow light), shutdown
exhaust air handling fans, close all dampers, release door holders, shutdown and actuate
the building fire alarm system. Upon discharge of CO2 after the time delay the alarm
devices (horn, red light) shall sound.

4.4.2.2

Mechanical
Each master/selector valve shall be provided with an emergency mechanical operator
mounted directly on the pneumatic actuator to provide a means to open the valve in the
event of loss of AC power and battery or pneumatic actuation pressure. This operator
must be fully mechanical and shall not require the use of system pressure or electric.

4.4.2.3

Volume
The volume of CO2 for the specified concentrations shall be determined using inside area
dimensions. The volume of room space displaced by equipment shall not be considered
to reduce the requirement of carbon dioxide.

4.4.2.4

Tank Supervisory Alarms

Tank control power failure shall produce a "trouble" alarm and shall be enunciated at the
system control panel and/or an abnormal tank pressure signal shall be activated by a
pressure operated switch on the storage tank.

4.4.2.5

Instructions
Clear instructions (in English and Arabic) in accordance with NFPA 12 shall be posted to
indicate how to execute a manual release. The consequences and risks of initiating a
manual release shall also be raised.

4.4.3

Pipe and Piping Specifications

4.4.3.1

General
The following specifications define minimum standards for installation. If the requirements
of Local Civil Defence codes or requirements or the authority having jurisdiction are more
stringent, these more stringent requirements shall govern the installation. All piping shall
be black or galvanized ASTM grade A53/A53M seamless or electric welded Grade A or B
or A106/A106M Grade A, B or C.
Installation shall be performed in a workmanlike manner according to the highest
standards of modern practice.

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All pipe and fittings shall be new and of recent manufacture.

All pipes shall be reamed after cutting so that all burrs and sharp edges are removed.
All pipes must be thoroughly cleaned before installation. A wire flue brush shall be pulled
through the length several times followed by clean cloth rags treated for the purpose. All
foreign matter and oil shall be removed by this process.
All pipe and fittings installed out of doors or in corrosive areas shall be galvanized or
treated with a proper protective coating.
All screwed pipe shall be coated with Teflon tape or an approved pipe joint compound.
When tape or pipe joint compound is used, coating of the threads shall start at least two
threads back from the pipe end.
4.4.3.2

Welding
All welding shall be performed by a certified welder.
All welded pipe 20 mm and smaller shall be welded using a gas welding or other
approved method.
All welds shall be pounded to loosen scale and weld beads, and then cleaned of the
same.
No backing ring chill rings shall be permitted.

4.4.3.3

Pipe Reductions
Reductions in welded pipe shall be by one of the following devices.

Butt weld concentric reducers

Swaged nipples
Weld o-lets
Where socket weld fittings are permitted see below, a socket weld reducing coupling
can be used only for a one size reduction. All other reductions in socket weld pipe
shall be made using the above permitted methods.

When methods B, C, or D are used, it is imperative that these fittings be installed in strict
accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions, in each case they must be
installed so as to permit full flow. All entrance holes from the main pipe run to the fitting
must be of proper size and free of sharp edges, ridges or burrs.
4.4.3.4

Reductions Screwed Pipe

All reduction in screwed pipe shall be by means of screwed concentric reducing fittings or
swaged nipples. Flush bushings shall not be used. Hex bushings, 3,000 pounds. Forged
steel may be used for reduction in one pipe size only.

4.4.3.5

Flanges and Unions

No unions over DN 50 size shall be permitted.
All flanges shall be 137 kg (300 pounds) ANSI class forged steel.
All weld neck flanges used with schedule 80 pipe shall have extra heavy pipe wall bore
Schedule 80. All weld neck flanges used with Schedule 40 pipe shall have standard
weight pipe wall bore Schedule 40.
Where flanged pipe connections are used, they shall be gasketed with 1.6 mm-thick
compressed type gasket materials.
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High-grade steel bolts Grade 8 or studs with graded nuts shall be used on all flanged
connections. All nuts shall have full engagement on the bolt or stud. Grade 8 or better
shall be used.
All connectors, that is, bolts and nuts, shall have torques to the required number or footpounds as recommended in the standard piping handbooks. Required torque valves for
installation of flanged pressure operated valves shall be as per fire protection system
manufacturers recommendation.
4.4.4

Pipe Take-Offs
All pipe take-offs shall be from the side or bottom of the header. Where a take off involves
a reduction of several pipe sizes, a bottom take off should be provided.

4.4.4.1

Tank Header
The tank header shall be constructed of schedule 40 black steel pipe with extra heavy
welding fittings and ANSI 137 kg (300 pound) class flanges.
The tank header shall be fabricated using one of the following procedures or by a
combination of these procedures:

by the use of extra heavy butt welding fittings;

By the use of extra heavy weld o-lets or thread-o-lets or equivalent.

All welds shall allow full flow. No meter weld fittings shall be used. Backing rings, chill
rings shall not be used.
4.4.5

Actuation Line
All piping shall be either DN15 threaded steel pipe or stainless steel tubing.
When pipe is used, the following shall apply:

The pipe shall be a minimum of Schedule 40 and where it is installed outdoors or

other corrosive environments, galvanized pipe shall be used. (Industrial Risk Insurers
requires all piping to be Schedule 40 galvanized or schedule 80 black.)

All threaded pipe connections shall be treated with a suitable pipe sealant .The use
of Teflon tape on actuation line piping shall not be allowed.

All pipe fittings shall be 137 kg. (300 pound) malleable or ductile iron. A 137 kg
(300 pound) steel union shall be installed near the termination of all piping. The use
of 68.5 kg (150 pound) fittings shall not be allowed.

Whenever tubing is used, the following shall apply:

All steel tubing shall be DN15 x .035 wall and shall be painted to provide corrosion
protection. All tubing installed outdoors or in corrosive atmosphere shall be stainless
steel 15 mm x .035.

All tubing fittings shall be of the same material as the tubing and shall be of the
compression type. All tubing to pipe fittings shall be treated with a pipe sealant.

All tubing shall be properly supported.

A filter supplied by the CO2 equipment supplier shall be installed at the actuation line
termination into each valve, (as shown on design drawings).

Whenever a hose reel bleeder valve is used, a DN6 pressure regulator may be
installed directly on top of the sub-header piping upstream of the selector valve or

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bleeder. The location of these regulators shall be as shown on the system design
drawings.

4.4.6

The actuation line shall be provided with an approved pressure regulator to maintain
6.9 bar pressure on the actuation line.

The actuation line shall be provided with an approved supervisory switch to provide
notification at the Town Hotels Fire/Security room control panel when pressure in the
actuation line drops to 5.5 bar.

Master Valve Piping

All piping downstream of master valve between master valve and selector valves or
between valve and hose reels shall be either (A) Schedule 40 black steel pipe welded
with welded fittings, or (B) Schedule 40 steel pipe with listed grooved type couplings and
fittings.
When Method A is used, the following shall be recommended:

Standard weight socket weld fittings shall be acceptable except for a reducing
coupling, which shall not be used only for a one-size reduction. All other reductions
shall be made using a butt-welding concentric reducer;

Standard weight butt-welding fittings. Backing rings, (chill rings) shall not be used;

1,000-pound forged steel screwed fittings, back welded.

When Method B is used, the following shall be recommended:

4.4.7

Where grooved couplings and fittings are used, they shall be listed/approved for use
with low-pressure CO2 fire systems.

Pipe preparation shall be in strict accordance with the manufacturers recommended

procedure. Installation must be exactly as per the manufacturing specifications in all
aspects.

Grooved couplings shall be installed so as to allow contraction of the pipe (pipe ends
butted together).

Grooved couplings must be approved in advance by the system designer with

approval obtained prior to start of design.

Discharge Piping
Piping downstream of selector a valve, that is piping which is open to atmosphere, shall
be Schedule 40. Screwed pipe joints are always permitted and in most installations,
approved grooved pipe connections may be used. Grooved fittings must be approved in
advance by system designer. Such approval must be sought prior to the start of design
for the project.

4.4.7.1

Screwed Joints
Threaded pipe fittings shall be class 137 kg (300 pound) malleable iron or ductile iron for
pipe through 80 mm, 1,000 pound ductile iron forged steel shall be used in all larger
sizes.

4.4.7.2

Grooved Joints
Where grooved couplings and fittings are used, they shall be listed/approved for use with
low pressure carbon dioxide fire systems

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Pipe preparation shall be in strict accordance with the manufacturer's recommended

procedure. Installation shall be exactly as per the manufacturer's specification in all
respects.
Grooved couplings shall be installed so as to allow contraction of the pipe (pipe ends
butted together).
4.4.8

Pressure Relief Piping and Fittings

Piping to pressure relief shall be as specified above for discharge piping. All takeoffs for
pressure relief piping shall be from the top of the discharge piping.

4.4.9

Dirt Trap
A dirt trap consisting of a tee with capped nipple shall be installed at the end of each run.
The nipple shall be at least 50 mm long. A longer nipple up to approximately 450 mm
shall be preferred where space permits.
Dirt traps for Schedule 40 welded headers shall be formed by welding a nipple and cap to
the end of the line.

4.4.10

Underground Piping
Underground piping shall be avoided. If unavoidable, a piping configuration layout for
underground piping shall be submitted. A layout for underground piping shall be
submitted for approval to the system designer prior to the start of system design. The
following general requirements shall apply to underground piping:

4.4.11

Trench depth for underground piping shall be a minimum of 800 mm or below the
frost line, whichever is deeper.

Underground pipe shall be Schedule 80 black steel with welded joints as specified
for the type of run involved.

A protective, insulate covering will be required of all underground pipe. Approval of

system designer is required.

Underground piping shall be welded when possible. The only exception would be in
a hazardous location where welding is not permitted. In this case, flanged connection
shall be used. All underground pipe joints shall be tested for leaks at 20.7 bar before
the insulating and protective coating is applied.

Pipe Sleeves
All piping through building walls, partitions, floors slabs, roof slabs and the like, shall be
sleeved.
Sleeves shall be Schedule 40 pipe at least two sizes larger that the pipe being sleeved.
One inch pipe shall be the minimum size to be used as a sleeve.
Sleeves shall be packed with an approved sealing material so as to be dust tight.
Sleeves through floor slabs shall extend at least 50 mm above the floor. A greater
extension may be used if required by local building codes.
Sleeves extending through roof slabs shall extend above the roof and be flashed in
accordance with local building codes.

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4.4.12

Expansion Joints
Contraction of steel piping during discharge shall be based on 25 mm of contraction per
30 m feet of steel pipe.
Allowance shall be made for this contraction by using either a joint which permits
movement, a piping system which contains natural swing joints, fabricated circular type
"U" type bends or, in cases where space is limited, an approved manufactured expansion
joint.
In piping which utilized grooved type couplings, these couplings shall be installed to
permit contraction of the piping.
In straight runs using welded or screwed joints, an expansion joint shall be installed within
approximately 30 m of continuous run and each approximate 30 m of run thereafter.
For runs using grooved pipe, a representative of the manufacturer shall be contacted to
determine the location and number of expansion joints in long runs.
Pipe anchors shall be capable of withstanding any contraction thrusts that may be
imposed by the piping while permitting movement intended in the design of the piping
system to relieve stress. This shall require rigid anchoring of certain points in the piping
system while leaving other points of the pipe free to move longitudinally so as to relieve
stress.

4.4.13

Inspection for Mechanical Integrity

All testing and inspections shall be done in the presence and under the supervision of the
equipment manufacturer's test representative.
All pipe and fittings that are under constant tank pressure shall be bubble tight. Bubble
tests shall be made using leak-tec, or approved equal, under full tank pressure.
Concealed pipe joints such as those in walls, ceilings, trenches and the like shall be
tested at 300 psi before the joint is concealed.
Pipelines not under constant pressure shall not exhibit any visible or audible leak, but
bubble tightness is generally not required.
Under no conditions shall water be used to test piping or other CO2 equipment. Either dry
nitrogen or CO2 shall be used for testing.

4.4.14

Painting
All CO2 pipe work shall be painted white in accordance with standard specification.

4.4.15

Pipe Hangers and Supports

All pipe hangers and supports shall conform to the provisions outlined in ANSI B31.1,
latest edition, except as modified and supplemented by this specification. All pipe must be
solidly anchored to structural members where longitudinal or lateral movement is
possible.
Rigid hangers shall be used wherever a change in direction or change in elevation in the
piping system occurs. On long straight runs as minimum, every other hanger shall be
rigid.
All hangers shall be fabricated of steel and installed in a workmanlike manner.
All piping shall be attached to rigid hangers by means of u-bolts locked with double nuts.

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The pipe shall be free to move longitudinally within the u-bolt except where the piping
design requires it to be anchored.
Hangers and pipe shall be designed to prevent stress from being induced into piping
during the temperature change caused by a system discharge.
All piping supports shall be fabricated and installed so that they will not be disengaged by
the movement of supported pipe.
Pipe shall not be hung using one pipeline as a support for another.
Piping supports shall be arranged so that no excessive bending stresses are induced into
the piping from concentrated loads between supports.
The maximum spacing between pipe supports for screwed or welded piping is given in
Table 7 below:
Table 7: Maximum Spacing between Supports for Screwed of Welded Pipe
Nominal Pipe Size (mm)
6
15
20
25
32
40
50
65
80
100
125
150
200

Maximum Span (m)

1.5
1.5
1.8
2.1
2.4
2.7
3.0
3.4
3.6
4.2
4.8
5.1
5.8

Maximum spacing between pipe supports is given in Table 8 below for systems utilizing
the grooved coupling method for system discharge piping.
Table 8: Maximum Spacing between Supports for Pipe with Grooved Joints
Nominal Pipe Size (mm)
20
25
32
50
80
100
125
150
200
4.4.16

Maximum Span (m)

1.5
1.5
1.5
1.5
3.0
3.0
3.6
3.6
3.6

Carbon Dioxide System Component Requirements

The components of the CO2 systems shall be provided in accordance with the following
requirements.

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4.4.16.1 Storage Unit

The storage capacity shall be determined by the fire suppression specialist.
The storage tank shall be built to ASME standards, and bear the ASME label.
The storage tank is to have a baked white aluminium housing to protect the insulation
and should be riveted and sealed at all joints, to prevent water damage to the insulation.
The storage tank shall be supported by two saddles of heavy steel construction welded
and cross braced to the vessel for adequate support.
The storage vessel shall be provided with two top lifting lugs.
Tank pressure gauge shall be 150 mm dial type with a rated accuracy of one half of
1 percent.
The tank liquid level gauge shall read contents in thousand of pounds of liquid CO2 at 17.7C.
The liquid level gauge shall be equipped with one set, two sets electrical contacts which
may be used to enunciate a low liquid level in the storage unit.
The storage unit shall be equipped with two independent alarm pressure switches for
annunciation of high or low tank pressure. These switches shall operate at 21.7 bar
(gauge) and 17.2 bar (gauge) respectively.
The storage unit shall be equipped with the required ASME safety relief. This relief shall
be set at 21.7 bar (gauge).
A high pressure bleeder valve set at 22.8 bar (gauge) shall be included with the storage
unit assembly.
Refrigeration controls shall include a fused disconnect (supplied by the Fire Suppression
Specialist).
The refrigeration system shall operate on a power supply of 415 V/240 V.
The system shall have a local alarm audible at tank for high and low pressure.
4.4.16.2 Valves
All valves shall meet the requirements set forth in the current edition of the NFPA
Standard 12, and shall be F.M. approved for carbon dioxide extinguishing systems.
4.4.16.2.1 Tank Shut-Off Valves
A manually operated tank shut-off valve shall be provided. Valves are sized DN 200
through DN 80 and shall be equipped with a geared hand wheel operator and carry a
137 kg (300 pound) rating. The flanges mounted either side of the valve must have inside
diameter chamfered DN6 deep 45 degree angle for the valve clearance.
The tank shut-off valve shall be equipped with a DPDT limit switch to permit remote
annunciation if the valve is other than fully opened. The contacts shall be provided on the
tank shut-off valve to indicate fully closed position.
4.4.16.2.2 Master/Selector Valves
Valves in sizes DN15 to and including DN50 shall be ball type approved for low-pressure
CO2 service. Valves in sizes DN80 and larger shall be high performance butterfly style
suitable for low pressure CO2 service.
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The master valve and selector valve shall not fail when open. The master or selector
valve shall not open automatically in the event of any electric or pneumatic failure.
Master/selector valves shall be provided with spring return pneumatic actuators.
CO2 vapour pressure shall not be required to hold these valves closed. A fully mechanical
operator with hand wheel shall be mounted on each master/selector valve actuator for
emergency manual operation and shall be installed in an easily accessible location.
The use of remote mounted pilot cabinets to provide emergency mechanical operation
shall not be permitted.
4.4.16.2.3 Actuation Line Supervision
Actuation line serving all master/selector valves shall be supervised.
Actuation line to be provided with a two level supervisory pressure switch to provide
annunciation at 6.2 bar and 5.5 bar.
Actuation line to be provided with a pressure regulator to maintain 6.9 bar the line.
4.4.16.2.4 Nozzles
Nozzles shall be supplied in quantities sufficient to properly cover the areas being
protected in accordance with NFPA-12.
Nozzles shall be of corrosion-resistant construction and shall be designed specifically by
the low pressure CO2 manufacturer.
Nozzles shall be permanently marked as to type and orifice.
4.4.16.2.5 Electrical
The electric service to the storage tank shall be provided with a fused disconnect and
sized per the electrical requirements of the tank compressor.
CO2 System Control Panel and electrical devices shall be designed to operate on
24 V DC service.
4.4.16.2.6 Control Panel
A control panel or equivalent located as shown on the drawings shall be provided to
electrically activate the carbon dioxide system. The control panel shall be modular and
serve as many zones as required.
The control panel shall be FM approved for fire alarm and releasing service. The control
panel shall be of the class A or B type, and shall be mounted in a standard enclosure
NEMA-12 enclosure.
The control panel shall provide visual indication on the panel face for the following:

Each initiating circuit alarm and circuit trouble;

Each CO2 release circuit alarm and circuit trouble;
Primary power source failure for each zone.

CO2 shall discharge upon single detector actuation, Cross Zone or Counting Zone
detector actuation or a manual release station.
Alarm, trouble and AC power failure output contacts for each zone shall actuate the local
alarm and common building fire alarm system.
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SPDT dry contacts shall be provided for the following output signals:

4.4.17

General alarm condition to be monitored by the building fire alarm system

General trouble condition.
Loss of primary power source.
Release of door holders and dampers.
Manual release stations.
Shut down of ventilation supply and exhaust.
Refrigeration unit power failure.
Storage tank "high-low" pressure.
Tank shut-off valve to closed position.
The control panel shall have battery backup to support the entire system for
24 hours and then perform an alarm sequence for 10 minutes in the event of a
primary power failure. A charger shall be provided to recover the batteries in
48 hours from a fully discharged condition. Standby batteries shall be of the sealed,
lead-acid or lead-calcium type.
The control panel shall be UL listed, FM approved and comply with the requirements
as set forth in NFPA 72 and BS 5839.

Alarm Devices
Electrically actuated fire alarm horns and strobe lights shall be furnished and installed.
Each fire alarm horn strobe shall be actuated and receive operating power from the
control panel. Terminals for this purpose shall be provided in the system control cabinet.
Each device shall be approved or listed.
The contractor shall furnish and install adequate fire alarm horns and strobes to notify
plant personnel located in the protected areas. Additionally, one horn/strobe shall be
provided outside each entrance to the protected area. The strobe lens shall be clear with
white letter fire printed on the base plate of the strobe. The sound output for the horns
shall be adequate for the conditions encountered.

4.4.18

Thermal Detectors
Compact, stainless steel cover, hermetically sealed assembly, rate of rise compensating
type at temperature seating of a suitable temperature.

4.5

INERGEN Fire Suppression System

4.5.1

System Description and Operation

The system shall be an INERGEN total flooding, gaseous, clean agent, fire suppression
system designed to provide a uniform concentration of INERGEN for the protected area.
The amount of INERGEN to be provided shall be the amount required to obtain a uniform
(minimum) concentration as required by the NFPA code for 10 minutes. Factors such as
unclosable openings (if any), "rundown" time of fans, time required for dampers to close
(and requirements for any additional dampers), and any other feature of the facility that
could affect concentration, shall be taken into consideration. The design concentration
shall be by volume at 21C. (control and internal equipment room) and 30C (external
electrical rooms).

4.5.1.1

Cross-zoned or Counting Zone Smoke Detection

The INERGEN system shall be automatically actuated by either counting zone detection
circuits or cross-zoned detection circuits. Smoke detectors shall be ionization detectors
and photoelectric with compatibility listings for use with the control unit. Smoke detectors
shall be installed at no more than 400 square feet (37 m2) of coverage per detector.

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The detectors shall be alternated throughout the protected area with the system requiring
two detectors in alarm prior to automatic agent release.
4.5.2

Sequence of Operation
Activation of any single detector in any detection zone shall:

Cause a first-stage alarm;

Energize a lamp on the activated detector and control panel (and graphic
annunciator, if included).

Activation of a detector on the second zone shall:

Transmit an alarm signal to remote monitoring or building alarm panel;

Cause a second-stage (pre-discharge) alarm to operate;
Operate auxiliary contacts for air conditioning shutdowns and automatic dampers;
Initiate a programmable time delay (INERGEN agent release).

Upon completion of the time delay the INERGEN system shall:

4.5.3

Cause a discharge alarm to be activated.

Operate auxiliary contacts for emergency power off of all electrical equipment
(excluding lighting and emergency circuits for life safety).
Activate visual alarms (strobe) at protected area entrance.
Energize control solenoid for INERGEN cylinders releasing gaseous agent into the
protected area.

Auxiliary Components
Double-action manual releasing stations shall be provided at each exit of the protected
area and shall, when activated, immediately release the INERGEN agent and cause all
audible/visual alarms to activate. In addition, activation of the manual releasing stations
shall cause immediate shutdown of air and power circuits.
Abort stations shall be provided at each exit of the protected area and shall, when
operated, interrupt the discharge of INERGEN agent and emergency power-off functions.
The abort stations shall be momentary devices (dead-man) requiring constant pressure to
maintain contact closure. Manual Releasing Station activation shall override any abort
station. Abort station operation shall be according to IRI and FM guidelines.
Graphic annunciator (optional) shall be provided at the control panel location. The graphic
annunciator shall be provided by the equipment manufacturer in an approved NEMA
enclosure with keyed face plate. The graphic annunciator shall display the entire
INERGEN protected area and shall indicate each smoke detector and its proximity.
Smoke detectors, when activated, will individually annunciate at the graphic annunciator
as follows:

4.5.4

Ceiling Detector: Red LED

Sub-Floor Detector: Amber LED

General Requirements
Materials and equipment shall be of a single manufacturer. Alternatives shall not be
accepted. The name of the manufacturer and the serial numbers shall appear on all
major components

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4.5.5

General Materials Electrical

All electrical enclosures, containment and conduits shall be employed in accordance with
applicable codes and intended use and contain only those electrical circuits associated
with the fire detection and control system and shall not contain any circuit that is
unrelated to the system.
Unless specifically provided otherwise in each case, all conductors shall be enclosed in
steel conduit, rigid or thin wall as conditions dictate.
Any conduit or containment exposed to weather or other similar conditions shall be
properly sealed and installed to prevent damage. Provisions for draining and/or drying
shall be employed.
NEMA rating and/or electrically hazardous classifications shall be observed and any
equipment or materials installed must meet or exceed the requirements of service.
Any wiring shall be of the proper size to conduct the circuit current but shall not be
smaller than 1.5 mm2 unless otherwise specified for a given purpose. Wire that has
scrapes, nicks, gouges or crushed insulation shall not be used. The use of aluminium
wire shall be strictly prohibited.
All wire terminations shall be made with crimp terminals unless the device at the
termination is designed for bare wire terminations.
All electrical circuits shall be numerically tagged with suitable devices at the terminating
point and/or splice. All circuit numbers shall correspond with the installation drawings.
The use of coloured wires is required.
Black coloured wire shall be used exclusively for the identification of the neutral
conductor of an alternating current circuit.
Green coloured wire shall be used exclusively for the identification of the earth ground
conductor of an AC or DC circuit.

4.5.6

Control Systems General

All control systems shall be UL Listed or FM approved and be utilized with listed or
approved compatible operating devices and shall be capable of the following features:

Ground fault indication

Supervised detection circuit(s)
Supervised alarm circuit(s)
Supervised release circuit(s)
Supervised manual pull circuit (if applicable)
Supervised primary power circuit
Alarm overrides trouble logic
Battery standby
Front panel indicating lamps (LEDS)
Key lock steel enclosure
Programmable time delay
Programmable detection logic
Prioritized trouble logic
Microprocessor based logic
History buffer
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4.5.7

Control Panel
The control panel shall communicate with and control the following types of equipment
used to make up the system: smoke detectors, manual release/abort stations, alarm
notification appliances, releasing components and other system controlled devices.

4.5.7.1

System Capacity
The control panel shall include two Style Y/Z (Class A/B) notification circuits, two
releasing circuits, Form- C alarm and trouble contacts, two Style B/D (Class A/B) initiating
circuits, one Style B/D (Class A/B) manual release circuit, and a Style B/D (Class A/B)
abort circuit.

4.5.7.2

System Display
The system display shall indicate the status of the following system parameters:

4.5.7.3

AC Power: Green LED

System Alarm: Red LED
Release: Red LED
Supervisory: Yellow LED
System Trouble: Yellow LED
Circuit Trouble: Yellow LED
Alarm Silenced: Yellow LED
Power Trouble: Yellow LED

System Control Switch Operation

4.5.7.3.1 Tone Silence Switch

Activation of the control panel tone silence switch in response to alarms, troubles, and
supervisory conditions shall silence the local panel piezo electric signal and change the
system alarm or trouble LED from flashing mode to steady ON mode. Occurrence of any
new alarm or trouble conditions in the system shall cause the control panel to re-sound
the local piezo sounder and repeat the alarm or trouble sequences.
4.5.7.3.2 Alarm Silence Switch
Activation of the alarm signal silence switch shall cause all alarm notification appliances
to return to the normal condition after an alarm condition.
4.5.7.3.3 System Reset Switch
Activation of the system reset switch shall cause all electronically-latched initiating
devices, appliances as well as all associated output devices and circuits, to return to their
normal condition. Holding system reset down shall perform a LAMP TEST function and
will activate the piezo sounder.
4.5.7.3.4 Alarm Activate Switch
Operation of the alarm activate switch shall activate both notification circuits and the
alarm relay. Alarm activation shall be a latching function.

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4.5.7.4

System Operation

4.5.7.4.1 Zone Status LED(s)

The alarm, supervisory or trouble LED(s) shall flash until event(s) has been
acknowledged. Any subsequent new alarm, supervisory or trouble condition will re-sound
all indications and flash new events.
4.5.7.4.2 Supervisory
A short circuit on this zone shall cause the supervisory LED to flash. The tone silence
switch shall silence the piezo causing the supervisory LED to illuminate steady. An open
circuit shall report as a zone trouble.
4.5.7.4.3 Zone Disable
Disabling/enabling of any initiating circuit shall be accomplished using a special sequence
of operation of the four control switches. If a zone has been disabled, an alarm shall
activate the red zone LED but not the piezo or any output circuit.
4.5.7.4.4 Last Event Recall
Last event recall shall allow the user to display the previous panel status. Last event
recall may be used to diagnose intermittent trouble conditions.
4.5.7.5

Optional modules
Optional modules shall include:

4.5.7.6

Optional module for four zone/function relays;

Optional transmitter module (shall comply with 1993 NFPA-72);
Optional LED interface module and supervised remote annunciator (2 modules);
Optional digital alarm communicator;
Optional volt and amp meters.

Control Panel Additional Functions

The control panel shall also include the following functions:

4.5.7.7

Output circuits shall be protected against false activations by using a 2-step

electronic activation circuit.
Battery/earth fault supervision shall be provided.
Adjustable delay timer shall be available, zero to thirty seconds.
Cross zone option shall be selectable (two zones in alarm before release).
Three abort functions options shall be selectable: (1) Standard UL method; (2) IRI
method; and (3) local AHJ method.
A second release circuit may be selected in place of the supervisory circuit.
A supervised manual release circuit shall be provided which, when activated, shall
override the Abort.
7 AH to 12 AH battery options shall be available providing up to 90 hours standby.
A watchdog timer to supervise microprocessor shall be provided.
Slide-in zone identification labels shall be provided.

Power Supply
The power supply shall be integral to the control panel and provide all control panel and
peripheral device power needs.
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Input power shall be 240 V AC, 50 Hz. The power supply shall provide an integral battery
charger for use with batteries up to 15 AH.
The power supply shall also provide 2.25 A of regulated 24 V DC power for release
circuits and alarm notification devices, four-wire smoke detector power of 24 V DC up to
200 mA, non-resettable power of 24 V DC up to 200 mA.
The power supply shall be designed to meet UL and NFPA requirements for powerlimited operation on all notification and initiating circuits.
Positive-temperature-coefficient thermistors, circuit breakers, fuses, or other over-current
protection shall be provided on all power outputs.
4.5.7.8

Mechanical Design
The control panel shall be housed in a cabinet designed for mounting directly to a wall or
vertical surface. The back box and door shall be constructed of .060 steel with provisions
for electrical conduit connections into the sides and top. The door shall provide a key lock
and include a glass or other transparent opening for viewing of all indicators. The cabinet
shall be approximately 127 mm deep, and 368 mm wide, and 406 mm high. An optional
trim ring shall be used for flush mounting of the cabinet. Space shall be provided in the
cabinet for 7 AH or 12 AH batteries.

4.5.7.9

Batteries
Batteries shall be 2 V to 12 V, cell type, providing 24 V DC.
Batteries shall have sufficient capacity to power the fire alarm system for not less than
24 hours in standby plus 5 minutes of alarm upon a normal AC power failure.
The batteries are to be completely maintenance free. No liquids shall be required. Fluid
level checks, refilling, spills and leakage shall not be accepted.

4.5.8

Smoke Detectors
Smoke detectors shall be 24 V DC and shall be UL listed and FM approved.
Each detector shall include a visual status indicator, provide remote LED output, and
include a built-in test capability.
The sensitivity shall be factory set per UL 268.
The detector cover and screen shall be easily removable for field cleaning.
A special vandal-resistant locking screw shall be provided to lock the head to the base.
The head-to-base connection shall be made by use of bifurcated contacts. Terminal
connections to the base shall be the screw type that is accessible with the base installed
on the mounting box.
Where specifically identified on the contract drawings, detector bases shall incorporate a
relay with Form C contacts rated at 1 A, 240 V AC or 28 V DC for remote LED alarm
annunciation of the detector.
Ionization-type smoke detector shall be the dual chamber type and compatible with the
control system. The detector shall have an LED in its base which is illuminated in a
steady-on mode when in alarm and pulse mode when in standby. Reset of the detector
shall be performed by the control unit reset switch.
The design of the ionization detector compensating circuits shall provide stable operation
with regard to minor changes in temperature, humidity and atmospheric conditions.
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Photoelectric-type smoke detector shall be the light reflective type and compatible with
the INERGEN control system. The detector shall have an LED in its base which is
illuminated in a steady-on mode when in alarm and pulse mode when in standby. Reset
of the detector shall be performed by the control unit reset switch.
The design of the photoelectric detector compensating circuits shall provide stable
operation with regard to minor changes in temperature, humidity and atmospheric
conditions.
Photoelectric-type smoke detector with heat detector shall be the light reflective type and
compatible with the INERGEN control system. The detector shall have an LED in its base
which is illuminated in a steady-on mode when in alarm and pulse mode when in standby.
Resetting of the detector shall be performed by the control unit reset switch.
4.5.9

Indicating Appliances

4.5.9.1

Sounder/Strobe Combination
The sounder/strobe combination shall operate on 24 V DC and shall be approved for use
with the listed control system.
The sounder/strobe combination shall be polarized and powered from the control unit.
The device shall be UL listed or FM approved.
The strobe shall be listed to UL Standard 1971 for the Hearing Impaired, approved for
Fire Protective Service, and rated at either 15 cd or 75 cd.
The sounder shall have eight (8) tone options selected by means of programming clips.

4.5.9.2

Strobe
The strobe shall operate at 24 V DC and shall be approved for use with the listed control
system.
The strobe shall be polarized and powered from the control unit.
The strobe shall be UL listed or FM approved.
The strobe shall be listed to UL Standard 1971 for the Hearing Impaired, approved for
Fire Protective Service, and rated at either 15 cd or 75 cd.

4.5.9.3

Sounder
The sounder shall operate at 24 V DC and shall be approved for use with the listed
control system.
The sounder shall be polarized and powered from the control unit.
The device shall be UL listed or FM approved.
The sounder shall have eight tone options selected by means of programming clips.

4.5.10

Manual Pull Stations

The manual pull stations shall be provided for the release (electrical) of the fire
suppression system in case of an emergency.
The device shall be UL listed.

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Manual stations shall be metal with clearly visible operating instructions provided on the
cover. The word FIRE shall appear on the front and both sides of the stations.
Operation shall require two actions.
4.5.11

Abort Switch
This switch shall be a momentary contact "dead-man" type switch requiring constant
pressure to transfer one set of contacts. Clear operating instructions shall be provided at
the abort switch.
This switch shall be rated at 28 V DC @ 1.1 A make/break or 6 A continuous carry.
The terminal connections shall be of the screw type.

4.5.12

Maintenance Lock-out Switch

The maintenance lock-out switch shall be used so it is possible to disable the fire
suppression system during routine maintenance.
This switch shall be key operated allowing removal of the key in either the "Normal" or
"Lock-Out" position. A red indicator lamp shall be included on the switch assembly to be
illuminated when in the "Lock-Out" position. The control unit is to indicate a trouble
condition when in the "Lock-Out" position.
The switch shall include one (1) set of normally open and one (1) set of normally closed
contacts rated at 28 V DC @ 1.1 A make/break or 6 A continuous carry.
The terminal connections shall be of the screw type.

4.5.13

Selector Switch
The selector switch shall be used where a connected reserve is specified.
This switch shall be key operated allowing removal of the key in either the "Main" or
"Reserve" position.
This switch shall be rated at 28 V DC @ 1.1 A make/break or 6 A continuous carry.
The terminal connections shall be of the screw type.

4.5.14

INERGEN Suppression System Arrangement

INERGEN fire suppression system shall be of the engineered, permanently piped, fixed
nozzle type with all pertinent components provided by a single specialist fire protection
company.
All agent storage cylinders shall be centrally located as vertical, free-standing cylinders
with wall and/or floor mounted retaining brackets. Where multiple cylinders are required
for the same hazard, a common manifold shall be employed. Cylinders mounted
horizontally shall be installed in accordance to the manufacturer's design manual.
On multiple cylinder arrangements (discharging into a common hazard), one cylinder
shall be designated as the pilot cylinder and employ the restorable electric actuator,
mechanical manual actuator, or both. All remaining cylinders shall be pneumatically
operated from the INERGEN agent.
Manifolded cylinders shall employ a flexible discharge hose to facilitate installation and
system maintenance. Each cylinder on a manifold shall also include an agent check
valve installed to the manifold inlet.
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4.5.15

Flow Calculations
Computerized verification of flow calculations shall be submitted for each INERGEN fire
suppression system and include the following data as a minimum:

4.5.16

Quantity of agent per nozzle

Orifice union/nipple and nozzle orifice diameters
Pressure at nozzle (bar)
Nozzle body nominal pipe size (mm)
Number and size of cylinders
Total agent
Pipe size per pipe section
Pipe schedule per pipe section
Number, size and type of fitting per pipe section
Actual length per pipe section (metre)
Equivalent length per pipe section (metre)
Discharge time (seconds)

Pipe Material INERGEN System

System piping shall be of non-combustible materials having physical and chemical
characteristics such that its integrity under stress can be predicted with reliability.
As a minimum, piping materials shall be black steel pipe conforming to ASTM A53/A53M
or ASTM A106/A106M seamless.
Under no conditions shall ordinary cast iron pipe, steel pipe conforming to ASTM A120 or
equivalent be used.
Piping joints shall be suitable for the design conditions and shall be selected with
consideration of joint tightness and mechanical strength.
As a minimum, fittings beyond the orifice union/nipple shall be black, 137 kg (300 pound)
class fittings conforming to ANSI B-16.3. Ordinary cast iron fittings shall not be used.
Distribution piping downstream of the orifice union must be a minimum of Schedule 40.
The system manifold up to the orifice union/nipple must be constructed of Schedule 80
piping and 909 kg (2,000 pound) or 1,364 kg (3,000 pound) forged steel fittings.
All piping shall comply with NFPA 2001.
Piping shall be installed in accordance with good commercial practice to the appropriate
codes, securely supported with UL Listed hangers and arranged with close attention to
the design layout since deviations may alter the design flow performance as calculated.
Piping shall be bracketed within 300 mm of all discharge nozzles.
All piping shall be reamed, blown clear and swabbed with appropriate solvent to remove
mill varnish and cutting oils before assembly.
Multi-outlet fittings other than tees shall not be permitted.
Assembly of all joints shall conform to the appropriate standards. Threaded pipe joints
shall utilise Teflon tape applied to the male threads only.

4.5.17

Extinguishing Agent
The agent shall be INERGEN.

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4.5.18

INERGEN Storage Cylinders

Cylinder assemblies shall be of steel construction with a standard RED epoxy paint
finish. Each cylinder shall be equipped with a pressure seat-type valve and gauge. The
system shall utilize manufacturers valve assemblies. When the system's capacity
exceeds 40 cylinders, a second pilot valve shall be provided and used for cylinder
activation. Each valve shall be constructed of forged brass and shall attach to the
cylinder providing a leak tight seal. Each valve shall also include a safety pressure relief
device which provides relief at 207 bar to 232 bar per CGA test methods.
Filling of the cylinder assembly shall by Manufacturers noted on the List of
Manufacturers or an authorized INERGEN systems distributor in conjunction with a
factory authorized INERGEN agent filling station. Initial filling and recharge shall be
performed in accordance with the manufacturer's established procedures and shall not
require replacement components for normal service.

4.5.19

Cylinder Bracket
Each cylinder assembly shall be furnished with a bracket made from welded steel. The
bracket shall hold the cylinders in a saddle with a front bracket piece that secures the
cylinders. The brackets shall be modular in design to allow added bracketing or stacking
of cylinders depending on installation requirements.
Cylinder brackets shall be UL listed and/or FM approved for use with the INERGEN
system.

4.5.20

Valve Actuators
Electric valve actuators shall be of brass construction and stackable design with swivel
connections to allow removal of actuators for maintenance or testing.
Operation of actuators shall not require replacement of components. Electro-explosive
devices shall not be used to actuate the valve assembly.
Electric actuators shall be continuous duty type for 24 V DC operation.
Actuation devices shall be UL listed and/or FM approved for use with the INERGEN
system.

4.5.21

Discharge Hose/Check Valve

When manifolding, all cylinder assemblies shall include a flexible discharge hose and
check valve for connection to the manifold inlet.
All hose/check valves shall be UL listed and/or FM approved for use with the INERGEN
valve.

4.5.22

Discharge Nozzles
Discharge nozzles shall be of two-piece construction and sized to provide flow rates in
accordance with system design flow calculations.
A nozzle inlet orifice plate shall be included. The orifice size shall be determined by a
computerized UL listed flow calculation program.
Orifice(s) shall be machined in the nozzle body to provide a horizontal discharge pattern
based upon the approved coverage arrangements.
Nozzles shall be permanently marked with the manufacturer's part number. The nozzles
shall be threaded directly to the discharge piping without the use of special adapters.
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Nozzles shall be UL listed as manufacturer.

4.5.23

Orifice Union/Nipple Assemblies

An orifice union/nipple shall be included in the manifold to reduce pressure in the
downstream pipe network.
Orifice union/nipple assemblies shall be rated at 909 kg (2,000 pound) Class minimum.
Orifice union/nipple assemblies shall be permanently marked with the manufacturer's
orifice code. The orifice union/nipple shall be threaded directly to the manifold piping
without the use of special adapters.
Orifice union/nipple assemblies shall be UL Listed and/or FM Approved for use with the
INERGEN system.

4.5.24

System Checkout and Testing

The completed installation shall be inspected by factory authorized and trained
personnel.
The inspection shall include a full operational test of all components per the equipment
manufacturer's recommendations (including agent discharge).
Inspection shall be performed in the presence of the Engineer, insuring authority and/or
the local authority has jurisdiction.
All mechanical and electrical components shall be tested according to the manufacturer's
recommended procedure to verify system integrity.
Inspection shall include a complete checkout of the detection/control system and
certification of cylinder pressure. A written report shall be filed with the owner.
As-built drawings shall be provided by the contractor (two copies) indicating the
installation details. All routing of piping, electrical conduit and accessories shall be noted.
Equipment installation and maintenance manuals shall be provided in addition to the asbuilt drawings.
Prior to final acceptance, the Contractor shall provide operational training in all concepts
of the system to the owner's key personnel. Training shall consist of:

Control system operation;

Trouble procedures;
Abort procedures;
Emergency procedures;
Safety requirements;
Demonstration of the system (excluding INERGEN release).

The quantity of agent shall reflect the actual design quantity of INERGEN agent.
A functional test shall be completed prior to the concentration test consisting of detection,
release, alarm, accessories related to the system, control unit and a review of the
cylinders, piping, fittings, hangers and cylinder pressure.
Concentration testing shall be performed under the supervision of the contractor's
authorized personnel in the presence of the owner's representative, local authorities and
any other insuring authority.

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INERGEN test procedures shall be recommended by the equipment manufacturer and/or

the INERGEN equipment supplier.
The contractor shall provide a gas analyzer capable of automatically recording sampling
points. Concentration recording shall continue until authorities are satisfied with hazard
integrity or until 10 minutes have elapsed.
The sampling point(s) shall be located at a strategic area(s) but no higher than the
highest combustible contents.
If the test results indicate that the design concentration was not achieved and/or held, the
contractor shall determine the cause of the failure. After determination of the cause, the
system shall be recharged and again placed in operation. The contractor shall only be
responsible for retest based on equipment design failure.

4.6

Wet Chemical Kitchen Fire Suppression System

4.6.1

Scope of Work
A complete automatic, water-assisted, wet chemical, fire suppression system shall be
provided as specified herewith in the locations shown on the design drawings and
technical schedules. The fire protection specialist shall be responsible for providing 100
percent protection as required by codes, standards and Local Civil Defence
requirements.
A UL Standard 300/ULC Standard ORD-C1254.6 Listed water-assisted wet chemical
suppression system(s) shall be installed for the protection of the exhaust duct(s),
plenum(s), and all grease-producing cooking surfaces (appliances) located under
canopys.
A manual pull station shall be provided, to be located in a path of egress.
Fusible links shall be provided in each exhaust duct and above each appliance or groups
of appliances protected by a single nozzle.
An appropriately sized (25 mm, 32 mm, 40 mm or 50 mm) lockable ball valve shall be
provided for connection to the domestic water supply.
Stainless steel pipe drops to the discharge nozzles shall be provided.
The Wet Chemical Kitchen Fire Suppression system shall be installed as per
manufacturers installation requirements.
The fire protection specialist shall be responsible for all final connections and operation
of automatic shut-off devices such as the gas valve, and shut-off to all electrical
appliances and electrical wall outlets that are located under the hood.
The fire protection specialist shall provide connection to the building fire alarm system,
when required.
The system, including all of its components, shall be UL Standard 300/ ULC Standard
ORD-C1254.6 Listed.
The wet chemical shall be Liquid Fire Suppressant.
The system shall be capable of manual and automatic actuation. The remote manual
release shall be located in the path of exit and shall be clearly labelled.
Automatic actuation shall be initiated by separation of fusible links.

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The automatic release shall be an integral part of the system and shall include a means
of manual release and provisions for fuel shut-off.
The installation shall be based on actual field conditions and dimensions.
All penetration into hoods, ducts, and related equipment shall be sealed with approved
devices and material.
The fire protection specialist shall coordinate the fire protection work with all other trades.
Compete shop drawings including wiring diagrams, piping layouts, and operating
instructions shall be provided.
Cutting, patching, and painting shall be provided.
Access panels in the floors, ceilings, and walls shall be provided where necessary.
A wet chemical fire extinguisher shall be provided.
4.6.2

Materials to be Furnished by Fire Specialist but Installed by Contractor

Materials to be furnished by the Fire Specialist but installed by the Contractor shall
comprise the following:

4.6.3

Mechanical or solenoid-operated gas shut-off valve(s);

The lockable ball valve and related water piping shall be installed by the Building
Services (MEP) contractor. The Food Service Consultant/Architect shall also put this
information in the plumbing specification;
Suppression system(s) dry contacts to fire alarm panel.

General Requirements
The naming of manufacturers in the specifications shall not be construed as eliminating
the materials, products or services of other qualified manufacturers and suppliers having
approved equivalent items.
The substitutions of materials or products other than those named in the specifications
shall be subject to proper approval(s) of the Engineer, Food Service Consultant,
Architect or the Fire Protection Consultant granted in writing.
"Listed" shall refer to materials or equipment included in a list published by a nationally
recognized testing laboratory (UL or ULC) that maintains periodic inspection of
production of listed equipment or materials, and whose listing states either that the
equipment or material meets nationally recognized standards or has been tested and
found suitable for use in a specified manner.

4.6.4

Nozzles and Fusible Links

Discharge nozzles for the proposed installation shall be listed for use with the system.
Install fusible links of the proper degree temperature rating wherever necessary to meet
the requirements of NFPA 17A and the manufacturer s installation manual.

4.6.5

Supply Piping
All overhead piping and fittings shall be approved and in accordance with the
manufacturers UL/ULC listed design, installation, and maintenance manual.

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4.6.6

Hangers
All hangers and components shall be approved and in accordance with the
manufacturers UL listed design, installation, and maintenance manual.
Provide all hangers and pipe hold down devices so that piping and/or discharge
nozzle(s), conduit, or components connected to conduit runs cannot be moved out of
their proper installed alignment.

4.6.7

Shut-Off Devices
All shut-off valves and devices, and so on, shall be approved in accordance with the
manufacturers UL/ULC listed design, installation, and maintenance manual.

4.6.8

Fire Protection System Signs

Standard metal signs shall be provided in accordance with BOCA, ICBO, and SBCCI
code; and local requirements.
A discharge warning sign at each hood shall be provided. The sign shall read:
CAUTION
This area is protected by a wet
chemical extinguishing system.
In case of fire, pull remote pull station
for the wet chemical suppression system,
and call the local fire department. Leave area immediately after.
All signs shall be in English and Arabic.

4.6.9

Fire Extinguisher
A minimum 6-litre (1.6 gal) wet chemical, hand portable, fire extinguisher shall be
provided within 3 m of the kitchen hood being protected.
NFPA 10 shall be consulted for the exact size and placement of the fire extinguisher.

4.6.10

Overhead System Piping

Piping in exposed areas shall be installed as high as possible using necessary fittings to
maintain maximum room clearance.

4.6.11

Testing
The following tests shall be provided:

4.6.12

complete system discharge test with wet chemical;

manual pull station test;
fusible link test;
water flow pressure test using the manufacturers water pressure-testing assembly.

Ceiling and Wall Plates

Chrome finished ceiling and wall plates shall be installed wherever exposed piping
passes through ceilings and walls.

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4.6.13

Sleeves
Sleeves shall be set in place for all pipes passing through floor and wall openings. Space
between sleeve and pipe shall be filled with non-combustible packing. Standard finish
wall plates shall be provided on each side of the wall. Sleeves through floors shall be
watertight.
All openings shall be sealed with material listed for such use. Opening shall be sealed
according to code and standard requirements.

4.6.14

Seals
Quick-Seal adapters, compression seal adaptors, and/or hood seal adaptors shall be
used to seal around both distribution piping and detection conduit at the hoods and
ducts.

4.7

Execution

4.7.1

Examination
Before ordering materials/commencing work, it shall be verified whether the building
structure associated with system is within tolerance, and the shape, configuration and
material properties of the structure and other engineering systems shall be taken into full
account.

4.7.2

Preparation
Work faces shall be surveyed before commencing work and the Engineer shall be
advised of any problems.
Approval of all working and shop drawings shall be obtained before commencing work.

4.7.3

Handling and Storage

System component parts shall be delivered to site, completely identified in accordance
with co-ordinated working drawings and shop drawings prepared for this work. They shall
be stored in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, above ground, properly
protected from the weather and construction activities. Air-conditioned storage shall be
provided where required.

4.7.4

Fabrication
Where possible, sprinkler pipe work shall be prefabricated in a facility that is remote from
the buildings under construction.

4.7.5

Installation
Before beginning installation in any area, all parts of the adjoining work into which
applicable work is to be placed shall be examined. Should any conditions be found which
will prevent the proper execution of the work, installation shall not proceed in that area
until such conditions have been corrected by the Contractor.
Installation requirements shall be complied with in the Local Civil Defence requirements,
NFPA codes and Cansult Ltd Standard Specifications. The Local Civil Defence
requirements, NFPA codes shall take precedence.

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4.7.6

Field Quality Control

Field quality control shall be provided according to the Contractors submitted Project
Quality Plan.

4.7.7

Testing and Commissioning

All systems shall be tested and commissioned, and the entire installation shall be
demonstrated to the satisfaction of the Engineer and the Civil Defence Approving
Authorities.
All approvals shall be co-ordinated with the Civil Defence and Municipal.
Piping and all other components shall be flushed, tested and inspected in line with the
requirements of NFPA.
Tests and demonstration of system shall be carried out in the presence of Civil Defence
Authorities and Engineer as required.
All systems shall be co-ordinated with the fire alarm system and BMS system to ensure
all necessary interphases are correctly carried out.

4.7.8

Protection of Finished Work

Protection shall be provided to nozzle heads and gas cylinders at all stages of
construction prior to final decorations.
The Engineer shall be notified, proof provided and records kept records of
damage/removal to any protection by others.
All work that is inadequately protected and becomes damaged shall be replaced with
new at no cost.

4.8

Standards References
Reference

Title

ANSI/ASME B31.1

Power piping

ASTM A53/A53M

Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black and HotDipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and Seamless

ASTM A106/A106M

Standard Specification for Seamless Carbon Steel Pipe for

High-Temperature Service

ASTM A120

ASTM A120-84 Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black and HotDipped Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) Welded and Seamless for
Ordinary Uses (Withdrawn 1987)

BS EN 1964: Part 1

Transportable gas cylinders. Specification for the design and

construction of refillable transportable seamless steel gas
cylinders of water capacities from 0,5 litre up to and
including 150 litres. Cylinders made of seamless steel with
an Rm value of less than 1,100 MPa

BS 5045: Part 7

Transportable gas containers. Specification for seamless

steel gas containers of water capacity 0.5 L up to 15 L for
special portable applications

BS 5839

Fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings

NFPA 12

Standard on Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems

NFPA 17A

Standard for Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems

NFPA 72

National Fire Alarm Code

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NFPA 2001

Standard on Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems

UL 300

Fire testing of fire extinguishing systems for protection of

restaurant cooking areas

UL 268

Smoke detectors for fire protective signalling systems

UL 1971

Signalling devices for the hearing impaired

UCL ORD-C1254.6

Fire testing of restaurant cooking area fire extinguishing

systems units

WATER-BASED FIRE SUPPRESSION AND SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

5.1

General

5.1.1

Submittals for Review

Samples of all products, preliminary drawings, co-ordinated installation drawings, detailed
schematic drawings, specifications, compliance statement, engineering calculations,
description of system and installation method shall be submitted in accordance with the
Contract Documents. Submissions shall indicate all dimensions, details of construction,
details of materials, details of installation, relation and connections with adjoining work.
Drawings and calculations shall be to the standard defined in Chapter 8 of NFPA 13.
Evidence shall be submitted to prove that the specialist contractor employed to design,
install test and commission the fire suppression and sprinkler systems is approved to do
so by Local Civil Defence Authority and is licensed to design and install sprinkler systems
and fire mains/hydrants to NFPA 13 and 14 or LPC.

5.1.2

Quality Assurance
Work shall be carried out in accordance with relevant British Standards and Industry
Standard Codes.

5.1.3

Qualifications
The entire installation shall be designed, installed, tested and commissioned by a
Specialist Contractor approved by local Civil Defence authorities. Specialist Contractors
shall provide references for successful project where they have completed design and
installation work for sprinkler installation with more than 2 risers in the Gulf Region.
Specialist Contractors who have completed installations with more than 4 risers in any
location shall be also considered.
Workmen employed to install fire main, fire pump and sprinkler services shall have
received appropriate training and shall have at least five years of relevant experience.

5.1.4

Mock-up
Sprinklers shall be provded for the three mock-up rooms.

5.1.5

Environmental Requirements
The external environment is hot (up to 52C), humid (up to 32C saturated and moisture
contents up to 0.030 kg/kg), dusty (up to 70 mg/m) and saline (within 200 m of the
shoreline).
Whilst most plant is sited indoors, the plant areas in which they are situated are not
airtight and an external air infiltration rate of 1 air change per hour shall be required.
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5.1.6

Warranty
Product warranties shall be extended where warranties have expired or equipment has
been utilised during the construction period. All warranties shall expire at the same time
as the Contract defects liability period.
The Contractor shall certify that the fire engineering systems as designed and installed
fully comply with NFPA and Local Civil Defence Authority requirements and codes.
Written evidence shall be provided by the Authority with jurisdiction of any relaxations
from the codes.

5.2

Product Requirements

5.2.1

Pipe Work General

Unless otherwise specified on the Particular Specification, all fire fighting services above
ground shall be of galvanised heavy gauge steel and below ground shall be of HDPE.

5.2.2

Dry risers
The dry riser installation shall comprise the following components.

5.2.2.1

Inlet Box
The dry riser shall be constructed from 1.5 mm thick galvanised sheet, and shall be
suitable for recessed mounting with 3 mm x 40 mm wide architrave.
The box shall be provided with a hinged lockable door, with a centre panel glazed with
wired glass and having the words DRY RISER INLET in 50 mm red letters on the inside
face in both English and Arabic.
The lock shall be openable from the inside after the glass has been broken and the box
constructed so that the hoses can be connected to the inlet after the glass has been
broken without the door being opened.
The box shall be of vertical or horizontal pattern as required and shall be large enough to
provide access for maintenance and to operate the drain valve.
The box shall be furnished in stove enamel to the required colour, and shall be supplied
by an approved manufacturer of the fire equipment.

5.2.2.2

Inlet Breeching
A two-inlet breeching, horizontal or vertical pattern as required shall be provided with
each inlet comprising a 65 mm diameter instantaneous male coupling with back pressure
valve, blank cap and chain.
The body suitable of the breeching piece shall be fitted into a 25 mm gunmetal gate valve
for drain purposes with plug and chain.

5.2.2.3

Landing Valves
The landing valves shall be UL listed oblique pattern globe type with non rising bronze
spindle, fitted with a leather strap and padlock with two keys. The hand wheel shall be
marked to show direction of rotation and the valve shall be complete with blank plug and
chain. Inlet size shall be 65 mm flanged and the outlet 65 mm female to suit
instantaneous coupling. The landing valve shall include an adjustable pressure reducing
device to ensure an outlet pressure of 6.9 bar, as per NFPA requirements (or as
acceptable to the Civil Defence Authority).
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Each landing valve shall be provided with 30 m long x 65 diameter lined and coated
woven synthetic fibre hose and diffuser nozzle to Civil Defence approval.
The valve, hose and nozzle shall be accommodated in a recessed box supported on
purpose made hangers and ready for immediate use. The box shall be generally
constructed as for the inlet breeching, but with words DRY RISER OUTLET or WET
RISER OUTLET as appropriate in 50 mm high red letters on the inside face of the
glazing in both English and Arabic.
5.2.3

Fire Hose Reels

The hose reels shall comply to BS EN 671: Part 1 and shall be of the type specified in the
Particular Specification or as indicated on the drawings, and shall be supplied complete
with cabinet where indicated.
The reel shall be provided with 30 m length of 25 mm diameter smooth bore non-kink
rubber hose, with a 6 mm diameter nozzle capable of passing 0.37 litres/second of water
with minimum throw of 6.5 m when provided with an inlet pressure of 2.0 bar. Each hose
reel shall be provided with key operated stop valve.
Direct acting pressure reducing valves shall be installed for all hose reels to ensure that
the operating pressure at the hose reel is between 4.0 bar and 5.0 bar at design flow
rates and as per the requirements of Civil Defence Authority. Contractor to provide all
PRV's necessary to ensure pressure within the stated range at the hose reel. The
pressure reducing valves shall be site adjustable, approved by CDA, UL listed and FM
approved.
All system components shall fully comply with the requirements of Local Civil Defence
Authority requirements. All stamping and approval requirements of the authority shall be
obtained.
Each fire hose shall be located above purpose made cabinet containing portable fire
extinguishers. They shall be recessed type with door, made of 12 Gauge steel, painted or
in stainless steel finish to Architects approval.

5.2.4

Fire Hydrants

5.2.4.1

External Underground
Hydrants shall be to BS 750, grey cast iron body to BS 1561, bronze spindle, gunmetal
internals, 80 mm flanged inlet, and 65 mm copper alloy to BS 1982 round thread male
outlet for standpipe connections.
The Contractor shall include for each hydrant for the appropriate size of cast iron surface
box, cover and frame, together with a light alloy standpipe with swivelling head and single
65 mm instantaneous female outlet or an indicator post with iron gate valve as indicated
in the Particular Specification or drawings.

5.2.4.2

External Above Ground

Pillar type hydrants shall be to BS 750, cast iron body to BS 1561 with 2 number x 65 mm
diameter control valve with copper alloy to BS 1982 female instantaneous outlet and
100 mm diameter female suction.
A 100 mm diameter isolating valve in an accessible builders work chamber shall be
provided upstream of the fire hydrant.

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5.2.4.3

Internal
Hydrants shall be of gunmetal globe valves to BS 1982 LG2 with 65 mm flanged inlet and
65 mm instantaneous female outlet with gunmetal blank cap and chain. Valves shall be
angle, straight or oblique pattern as required and shall be fixed in the closed positioned
by a leather strap and padlock.
Each hydrant shall be provided with a with a 30 m length of 65 mm diameter lined and
coated woven synthetic fibre hose and diffuser branch pipe nozzle.
The valve, hose and nozzle shall be accommodated on purpose made hangers and
ready for immediate use. The box shall be generally constructed as for dry riser landing
valves but with the words WET RISER OUTLET in 50 mm-high red letters on the inside
surface of the glazing in both English and Arabic.
For high rise buildings, where the pressure range between lower and upper floors is
outside permissible limits, hydrants shall be of controlled pressure type.

5.2.5

Fire Hose Reel Pump Set

A fire hose reel pump set shall be provided to the fire hose reel system.
The pump set shall be fully packaged and shall be installed complete with duplicate
pumps (duty/standby) of which the duty pump shall be close coupled to an electric motor
while the standby pump shall be closed coupled to a diesel engine. The pump set shall
also include interconnecting pipe work, fittings, valves, battery charger, pressure vessel,
and associated controls, control panel for automatic changeover of duty/standby pumps.

5.2.6

Fire Hydrant Pump Set

A fire hydrant pump set shall be provided to the fire hydrant system.
The pump set shall be fully packaged and shall be installed complete with two pumps Fire
hydrant pumps of which the duty pump shall be close coupled to an electric motor while
the standby pump shall be closed coupled to a diesel engine. The packaged shall also
include a electric driven jockey pump designed to maintain the system set pressure
without the need to activate the main fire hydrant pumps. The pump set shall include also
interconnecting pipe work, fittings, valves, battery charger, pressure vessel, and
associated controls, control panel for automatic changeover of duty/standby pumps.

5.2.7

Sprinkler Installation

5.2.7.1

Specifying Authority
The sprinkler system shall comply in every aspect with the National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA) or Loss Prevention Council (LPC) and Local Civil Defence
Authorities requirements. The installation shall consist of combined sprinkler and stand
pipe system as shown on drawings.

5.2.7.2

Design Details
The Contractor shall be required to submit the hydraulic calculations for approval by the
Engineer.

5.2.7.3

Sprinkler Heads
The sprinkler heads shall be of spray pattern installed in an upright or pendant or side
wall position as may be required. Sprinklers in false ceiling shall be flush ceiling pattern to
approved style. All sprinklers shall be UL Listed and suitable for the occupancy and
hazard class.
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The sprinklers shall have heat responsive element conforming to:

UL 199, for applications except residential

UL 1767, for early suppression, fast response applications.

Quick response sprinkler heads shall be provided in all Light hazard office and residential
and all other occupancies in which their use is approved. Corrosion resistant sprinkler
heads shall be provided where exposed to weather, moisture or corrosive vapours like
car parks, and so on.
The sprinkler types generally to be used are:

Coated, painted or plated sprinklers;

Concealed ceiling sprinklers, including cover plate;
Flush ceiling sprinklers including escutcheon;
Semi recessed sprinklers including escutcheon;
Side wall sprinklers;
Upright sprinklers.

The escutcheons shall be chrome plated steel. A set of 24 spare sprinkler heads of each
style per sprinkler system shall be provided and located in a cabinet adjacent to the alarm
valve together with six sprinkler spanners for use in removing and installation of the
heads.
5.2.7.4

Sprinkler Head Guards

The sprinkler head guards shall be fitted to all sprinklers where sprinklers are susceptible
to be accidentally struck. The guards shall be constructed of metal and shall be of a
pattern approved by the Fire Insurers.

5.2.7.5

Control Valve Sets

A control valve set shall be provided for each sprinkler system zone and shall comprise
the following:

5.2.7.6

Sprinkler stop valve of cast iron construction fitted with an indicator showing OPEN
and CLOSE positions and complete with padlocked securing straps. The valve
shall be mounted on the incoming side of the alarm valve.
Alarm valve fixed above the main stop valve on the main supply pipe and before any
connection is taken off.
Alarm devices including water motor alarm gong, pressure switch.
Facilities for testing to suit Local Civil Defence Authority and Maintenance
Department requirements.
Dial pressure gauges suitable for the water pressure above and below the alarm
valve shall be fitted to the alarm valve set. Each gauge shall be so arranged that it
can be easily removed for testing and checking without shutting down the water
supply.
Retarding device of approved design to obviate false alarm due to mains pressure
variations where necessary or where indicated.

Zone Valve Sets

Zone Valves with monitored isolation valves with position switches, Flow Switches, Drain
and Test Cocks shall be provided for each zone. The Open/Close position of the Valve
and the Flow Switch shall be monitored at the Sprinkler Control Panel and Fire Alarm
Panel. All Valves and Flow Switches shall be suitable for Sprinkler duty and shall be UL
Listed.

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5.2.7.7

Stop Valves
All stop valves fitted to the installation shall be so constructed that, in order to shut the
valve, the spindle shall turn clockwise. The hand wheels of all stop valves shall be clearly
marked to indicate which direction the wheel is turned to close the valve.

5.2.7.8

Alarm Valves
These valves shall be of type approved by NFPA/LPC and UL Listed.

5.2.7.9

Water Motor Alarms

The sprinkler system shall be fitted with an approved water motor alarm which shall be
located at a distance not exceeding 25 m from the alarm valve and at a height not to
exceed 6 m above the alarm valve.
The pipe work and fittings used shall be galvanised and to the sizes determined by the
NFPA or LPC.
The pipe work shall be arranged to drain through a fitting having an orifice not exceeding
3 mm in diameter. The orifice plate may form an integral part of the fitting but shall be
manufactured from a non ferrous material to prevent the hole from becoming blocked by
corrosion or foreign matter.
A 15 mm test valve shall be installed on the installation side of each alarm valve.

5.2.7.10 Electric Alarm Pressure Switches

An electric alarm pressure switch shall be installed in the system and shall be mounted
on a vertical branch pipe at least 300 mm long.
The pressure switch shall be of diaphragm bellows or bourdon tube operated type, and
shall be sufficiently sensitive to operate when only one sprinkler is discharging. The
pressure switch shall be provided with volt-free contacts to facilitate monitoring by
Building Management System, and shall be wired to the fire alarm panel.
The pressure switches shall be of a type that is approved by NFPA or LPC.
5.2.7.11 Orifice Plates and Assemblies
The Contractor shall be required to check the hydraulic calculations of the distribution
systems and, where considered necessary, to assist in hydraulic balancing any system,
shall install orifice plates.
Orifice plates shall be installed to comply with the requirements of NFPA or LPC.
5.2.7.12 Pressure Gauges
Pressure gauges shall be fitted to meet the requirements of NFPA or LPC. Pressure
gauges shall conform to BS EN 837: Part 1 or equivalent International Standard. The
maximum reading of the scale shall be 150 percent of the maximum system pressure and
each scale shall have divisions not exceeding 0.2 bar.
5.2.7.13 Fire Department Connections
A fire department connection shall be fitted to the sprinkler systems in accordance with
NFPA or LPC or as Local Civil Defence Authority requirements. Two sets of two 63 mm
(2) Fire Department flush type individual hose connections with double clapper, cast
bronze with chrome plated finish, shall be provided, and shall be installed in a purposemade steel cabinet with door and signage. Fire Stand Pipe and Sprinkler services
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labels shall be applied as appropriate. Where shown, one twin 63 mm (2) fire
department flush type reservoir fill point on single face plate with double clapper, cast
bronze with chrome plated finish shall be provided and properly labelled as Fire
Reservoir Fill Point. All signage shall be English as well as Arabic language. Coupling
shall suit Civil Defence pumper vehicle and meet British Standard BS 336.
5.2.7.14 Location Plan
The Contractor shall provide and fix in an approved position a plan of the building upon
which shall be clearly indicated the location of the main stop valves and zone valves.
5.2.7.15 Indicator Plates
Location plates shall be fixed on the outside of the Tank Room walls adjacent to the
sprinkler chamber. The location plate shall bear the following words in raised letters:
SPRINKLER
STOP VALVE INSIDE
The letters shall be a minimum height of 35 mm.
The location plate shall be of cast iron constructed with raised figures and letters. The
figures and letters shall be painted white on a flame red background.
The alarm valve shall be suitably identified.
5.2.7.16 Valve Labels and Charts
The Contractor shall label each stop valve. The number shall relate to a framed glass
covered valve chart to be supplied and installed in each sprinkler chamber. The charts
shall indicate the function of the valves and shall be to the Engineers approval.
No two valves on the system shall bear the same numbers.
5.2.7.17 Drain Lines
All drain lines from the test valves, drain down points, and so on, and shall discharge over
tundishes. Each tundish shall be connected to 50 mm galvanised mild steel heavy quality
drain line which shall discharge over a suitable gully.
All tundishes, pipe fittings and support clip used for the drain lines shall be galvanised.
5.2.7.18 Sprinkler Pumps
The Contractor shall provide and install a complete pressure boosting system, comprising
electrically driven main pumps, diesel or electric driven standby pump as shown on
schedules and electrically driven jockey pump. The pumps shall be of the type indicated
in the Particular Specification and shall have a characteristic as defined by NFPA or LPC
and Local Civil Defence Authority requirements for hazard being protected.
5.2.7.19 Inspector Test Cocks
The Contractor shall supply and install Inspectors test cocks in accordance with NFPA or
LPC requirements.
5.2.7.20 Fire Hose Cabinets for Civil Defence Use
Steel cabinet shall be provided as shown on drawings, recessed type with door, made of
12 gauge steel, painted or in stainless steel finish to Engineers approval. The cabinet
shall house 30 m (100 ft) 63 mm hose, 63 mm valve, 63 mm chrome-plated straight
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stream adjustable fog nozzle, and so on. Pressure-restricting valves shall be provided.
The landing valves shall be UL listed oblique pattern globe type with non rising bronze
spindle, fitted with a leather strap and padlock with two keys. The hand wheel shall be
marked to show direction of rotation and the valve shall be complete with blank plug and
chain. Inlet size shall be 65 mm flanged and the outlet 65 mm female to suit
instantaneous coupling. The landing valve shall include an adjustable pressure reducing
device to ensure an outlet pressure of 6.9 bar, as per NFPA requirements (or as
acceptable to the Civil Defence Authority).
5.2.7.21 Sprinkler Indication Panel
The Contractor shall provide a dedicated sprinkler indication panel for the complete
sprinkler installation which shall have the following facilities:

Schematic diagram showing locations of all major items of plant, ie. Pumps, control
valves, sectionalisation zone valves, electric alarm pressure switches, and so on.
Each item shall be clearly engraved in the English and Arabic.
Each main pump shall have the following indications:
o Amber Lamp
o Red Lamp
o Green Lamp

The Jockey pump shall have the following indications:

o Green Lamp
o Amber Lamp

5.2.8

: for open valve

: for fire alarm, valve closed

Each electric alarm pressure switch shall have the following indications:
o Amber Lamp
o Red Lamp

: for pump running

: for fault alarm

Each control and sectionalisation valve shall have the following indications:
o Green Lamp
o Amber Lamp

: for fault alarm

: for fire alarm
: for correct system status

: for fault alarm

: for fire alarm

All fault and fire alarm signals shall be sent to the main fire alarm panel and or
Building Management System as required.

Water Supplies
Water storage facilities shall be provided to suit the given hazard which shall be
calculated on maximum water flow and time at this flow rate as indicated by NFPA or
LPC and Local CIVIL Defence Authority requirements.
Water supplies must be located to provide a Net Positive Suction Head (N.P.S.H.) when
the duty pump is running at design flow conditions.
Water tanks shall be provided with a 1.5 m x 1.5 m x 1.0 m deep suction pit to prevent
pump cavitation and to make full use of the stored volume.
Should hydraulic hose reels or hydrant landing valves be connected to the sprinkler
system due allowance must be made for water storage requirements for these systems.

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5.2.9

Fire Pumps
Fire pumps shall comply with NFPA 20 and shall be UL Listed. All necessary vibration
isolation mounts, base frame, and so on, shall be provided in the factory assembled
packaged fire pumps. All motors shall be IP 54, suitable for 415 V/380 V, 3 phase,
4 wire, 50 Hz supply with Class F insulation. The motors shall be suitable for low head
high flow conditions also.

5.2.9.1

Electric Pump
The pump shall be of the centrifugal base mounted type or vertical turbine type as shown
on drawings and schedule. It shall be designed and constructed for quiet operation and
shall be of the horizontal split casing or end suction design, specifically labelled for fire
service. Motor pump connection shall be of the flexible coupler type. Pump casing shall
be cast iron; impeller shall be of either cast iron or bronze, stainless steel shaft with
mechanical seals.
The motor shall be drip proof, 2,900 RPM and shall be especially selected for quiet
operation and shall be so stamped. The horse power of the motor shall be such as to
insure non-overloading of the motor through the capacity range of the pump.
The base shall be of a size suitable for the pump, motor and shaft, and shall be
constructed of cast iron or welded steel.
For installation purposes, a concrete base 150 mm higher than the surrounding floor
shall be provided. The base shall be constructed and installed as shown by the detail on
the drawings. A minimum of four 15 mm anchor bolts from concrete to pump base shall
be provided.
The pump shall be controlled by a combined manual and automatic closed transition star
delta type starter fire pump control panel. The control panel shall have an externally
operated circuit breaker, a pilot light to indicate when power is on, switches or push
buttons for manual or automatic operation, a pressure switch control for automatic
operation and a remote alarm signal when pump is operating. The entire control panel
shall be factory assembled in a powder coated steel cabinet to IP 54.

5.2.9.2

Jockey Pump
The jockey pump shall be of the vertical multi-stage design, especially designed and
constructed for quiet operation. It shall be bronze fitted, directly coupled to its motor. The
pump shall use a mechanical rotating type carbon seal and shall face against a Remite
insert. The pump shall be equipped with oil lubricated bronze sleeve bearings for
smooth and quiet operation.
The motor shall be drip proof, 2,900 RPM and shall be especially selected for quiet
operation and shall be so stamped. The horse-power of the motor shall be of such a size
as to insure non-overloading of the motor throughout the capacity range of the pump.
The base shall be of a size suitable for the pump, motor, and shaft, and shall be
constructed of cast iron or welded steel.
For installation purposes, a concrete base 3 inches higher than the surrounding floor
shall be provided. The base shall be constructed and installed as shown by the detail on
the drawings. A minimum of four half-inch anchor bolts from concrete to pump base shall
be provided.
For control purposes, the jockey pump shall have a relief valve set for the proper
pressure and a pressure switch for automatic operation. There shall be a magnetic
across-the-line starter with "Hand-Off-Automatic" selector switch in cover provided to
start and stop the pump.
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A hydro pneumatic tank of sufficient size to prevent pumps from frequent start/stops and
to maintain uniform pressure in the system without pulsations shall be provided.
5.2.9.3

Diesel-Driven Pump
The pump shall constitute a diesel engine and fire pump of horizontally split case or end
suction type or vertical turbine. Centrifugal pump specification shall be as mentioned
above under Electric Pump except for pump speed which shall be according to the
choice of the diesel engine speed.
Rating of diesel engine shall be chosen at the prevailing environmental conditions.
The diesel engine for driving the fire pump shall be specifically designed for fire pump
service. It shall develop sufficient horse power to drive the pump and shall have bare
engine brake horse power not less than 20 percent greater than the maximum
horsepower required to drive the pump at its rated RPM.
The engine shall be an open type self-contained power unit including the following
accessories:

Stub shaft.
Fuel pumps and filters.
Air Cleaner.
Adjustable governor capable of regulating engine speed within a range of 10 percent
between shut-off and maximum load conditions. The governor shall be set to
maintain rated pump speed at maximum pump load.
Lube oil pump.
Lube oil filter.
Overspeed shut down device arranged to shut down engine at a speed
approximately 20 percent above rated engine speed and with manual reset. The
overspeed shut down device shall be so supervised that the automatic engine
controller will continue to show an overspeed trouble signal until the device is
manually reset to normal operating position.
Electric Starter, generator or alternator and voltage regulator.
Dual storage battery units. Each unit shall have capacity to maintain cranking speed
through a 6-minute cycle (15 seconds cranking and 15 seconds rest, in 12
consecutive cycles). Provide certification that the battery unit complies with this
requirement. Batteries shall be furnished in a dry charge condition, with electrolyte
liquid in a separate container. Electrolyte shall be added at the time the engine is put
in service, and the battery is given a conditioning charge.

Automatically controlled dual battery chargers shall meet the following requirements:
o Chargers shall be specifically designed for fire pump service.
o The rectifier shall be a semiconductor type.
o The charger for a lead acid battery shall be a type which automatically reduces
the charging rate to less than 500 mm when the battery reaches a full charge
condition.
o The control equipment incorporated in an "off-on" type of charger for a lead acid
battery shall start the rectifier hourly. It shall shut off automatically when the
battery has been fully charged.
o The battery charger at its rated voltage shall be capable of so delivering energy
into a full discharged battery in such a manner that it will not damage the battery.
It shall restore to the battery 100 percent of the battery's ampere hour rating
within 24 hours.
o An ammeter with an accuracy of five percent of the normal charging rate shall be
furnished to indicate the operation of the charger.

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o The charger shall be designed so that it will not be damaged or blow fuses during
the cranking cycle of the engine when operated by an automatic or manual
controller.
o A manual charge switch with indicator light shall be provided or, in lieu thereof,
the charger shall automatically charge at the maximum rate whenever required by
the state of charge of the battery.
o When not connected through a control panel it shall be arranged to indicate loss
of current output on the load side of the d-c over-current protective device.
o Storage batteries shall be substantially supported, secured against displacement,
and located where they shall be readily accessible for servicing.
o Engine cooling system.
o Cooling water shall be from the discharge of the pump, taken off prior to the
pump discharge valve. Threaded rigid pipe shall be used for this connection. The
pipe shall include a manual shut off valve, flushing type strainer, pressure
regulating valve, automatic electric solenoid valve and a second manual shut off
valve. A bypass line with manual shut off valve shall be installed around the
manual shut off valves, strainer, pressure regulator and solenoid valve.
o Engine jacket temperature regulating device.
o Instrument panel with temperature gauge, oil pressure gauge, ammeter,
tachometer of the totalizing type or an hour meter.
o Exhaust mufflers and flexible connectors, stainless steel non-sparking.
o The engine shall be arranged for automatic operation with all wiring terminating in
a junction box suitable for field hook-up.
o Exhaust piping from flexible connection at engine to muffler and from muffler to
point of discharge to atmosphere shall be schedule 40 black steel pipe and
fittings, welded.
o Pump and diesel engine shall be mounted on a common base plate, direct
connected through a flexible coupling, and equipped with a coupling guard.
Coupling shall be a spacer type to permit pump shaft and impellers to be
removed without moving diesel engine or pump bottom casing.
5.2.9.4

Automatic Diesel Engine Control Panel

The automatic engine control panel shall be specifically designed for fire pump
service. The panel shall be enclosed in a floor mounted duct and moisture resistant
housing. The controller shall be the combined manual and automatic type including a
"Manual-Off-Automatic selector switch.
A pressure switch and single phase power failure relay with local visual indication and
auxiliary contact for remote indication of 240 V AC power failure shall be provided which
will, upon drop in system pressure or loss of single phase AC power, cause the controller
to open or close all circuits necessary to automatically start the engine by performing the
following functions:

5.2.10

Turn on fuel supply.

Open the cooling water solenoid valve
Crank the engine in a series of crank-rest cycles automatically alternating between
the dual batteries on each cycle.
Disconnect cranking motor upon engine start.
Once the engine is started, it shall remain in operation until shut down manually. A
signal in the Panel shall indicate that the Diesel Engine is operating.
If the engine should fail to start after several cranking attempts, the controller shall
disconnect all starting circuits and energize an audible and visual alarm to indicate
"overcrank" in the engine control panel.

Alarm and Signal Devices on Controller

Alarm and Signal Devices on Controller:

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A pilot lamp(s) shall be provided to indicate that the controller is in the "automatic"
position. The lamp shall be accessible for replacement.
Separate pilot lamps and a common bell shall be provided to indicate trouble caused by:

5.2.11

Low oil pressure in the lubrication system.

The controller shall provide means for testing the position of the pressure switch
contacts without causing trouble alarms.
Failure of engine to start automatically.
Shutdown from overspeed.
Battery failure. Each battery shall be provided with separate lamps which shall be
lighted or extinguished on battery failure on attempt to start.

Fire Pump Control Panel

Provide fire pumps control panel completely factory assembled and wired. All the
components shall be UL listed and suitable for Fire Pump duty. The enclosure shall be
IP 54. Each electric pumps and jockey pump shall be provided with a disconnect switch,
quick break type. The motors shall have automatic closed transition star delta starters.
The circuit breakers for each motor shall be calibrated at least to 300 percent of motor
full load current. The pressure switches necessary for operation and control of the pumps
shall be provided. Auto/Manual switch shall be provided for automatic or manual
operation of the pumps. Necessary pilot lamps for power supply available, motor
ON/OFF/TRIP shall be provided. Necessary ammeters and voltmeters shall be provided.
All necessary interphases to Fire Alarm system and BMS system shall be provided.
Level switch for protecting the pumps from dry running shall be provided.
The starting circuit shall be arranged to fail safe by utilizing a separately fused starting
relay which under normal standby conditions is energised so that it remains in the "hold"
position. If the pressure in the fire main falls to a pre-set value the pressure switch in the
main shall operate and release this relay by causing it to de-energise thus starting the
pump.
Should the wiring to the pressure switch be disconnected or an earth fault condition
occur on the wiring, then the relay shall release to start the pump.
System shall be suitable for following power supply:
Voltage
Phase
Frequency

:
:

415/380
3
50 Hz

Electric Fire Pump shall operate as follows:

Under normal conditions the pump shall start to operate when the controller isolator is
switched to 'ON'.,
Operating the stop/reset push button shall stop the pump and put the controller in
standby condition. If the operating pressure switch contacts are open the pump shall not
be able to be stopped with the stop push button.
5.2.11.1 Controller Operation
When in standby condition all relays shall be energised and illuminating "HEALTHY"
lamps.
In the event of failure of one or more of the incoming supply phases the starter shall be
de-energise to prevent the pump starting and simultaneously provide AC phase failure
indication in the remote fire alarm panel.

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When system pressure falls relays shall cause the starting contactors to operate and
simultaneously provide pump on demand indication in the remote alarm circuit.
Completing the operation of the starting contactors shall de-energises the closed valve
bypass solenoid fitted to the pump.
Any open circuit in the pressure switch wiring shall initiate a start sequence; also an
earth fault in the pressure switch wiring will cause a fuse to fail again initiating a start
sequence.
5.2.12

Fire Extinguishers and Cabinets

Portable, filled and tested fire extinguishers of ABC type as well as CO2 type shall be
provided as shown on drawings. The stored pressure extinguishers shall be 4.5 kg, ABC
dry powder or 5 kg CO2 type or 2 kg ABC dry powder (as shown on the drawings). The
extinguisher shall include a gauge for indication of pressure. The extinguishers shall be
housed in fire hose reel cabinets and stand pipe cabinets or in purpose made cabinets
as required. Wall-mounted extinguishers shall be complete with mounting brackets.
Fire blankets shall be provided as shown on drawings adjacent to the extinguishers. One
180 cm x 120 cm fire blanket shall be installed within every kitchen and other areas as
shown on drawings. The fire blanket shall be of woven glass fibre and as per the
requirements of Civil Defence Authority. The blanket shall be installed in a wall mounted
PVC container.
All extinguishers shall be tested and approved by the Civil Defence Department and the
contractors shall ensure the validity of the extinguishers shall cover the defects liability
period.

5.2.13

Source Quality Control and Tests

5.2.13.1 Fire Pumps

Pumps shall be tested at works and duty proven.
5.2.13.2 MCC and Control Panels
All MCCs and control panels shall be electrically tested at works and correct operation
demonstrated.

5.3

Execution

5.3.1

Examination
Before ordering materials/commencing work, verify that the building structure associated
with system shall be verified to be within tolerance, and the shape, configuration and
material properties of the structure and other engineering systems shall be fully noted.

5.3.2

Preparation
Work faces shall be surveyed before commencing work and the Engineer shall be
advised of any problems.
Approval of all working and shop drawings shall be obtained before commencing work.

5.3.3

Handling and Storage

Deliver system component parts to site, completely identified in accordance with
coordinated working drawings and shop drawings prepared for this work. Store in
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accordance with manufacturer's instructions, above ground, properly protected from the
weather and construction activities. Provide air conditioned storage where required.
5.3.4

Fabrication
Wherever possible, sprinkler pipe work shall be pre-fabricated in a facility that is not in
the vicinity of the buildings under construction.

5.3.5

Installation
Before beginning installation in any area, all parts of the adjoining work into which
applicable work is to be placed shall be examined. Should any conditions be found which
will prevent the proper execution of the work, installation shall not proceed in that area
until such conditions are corrected by the Contractor.
Installation requirements in the NFPA codes and Cansult Ltd Standard Specifications
shall be complied with. The NFPA codes shall take precedence. The entire fire protection
system installation shall be a well-co-ordinated installation, carried out by the specialist
subcontractor completely in accordance with the latest NFPA 13, NFPA 14, NPFA 20
and NFPA 2001 as well as to the satisfaction of the Civil Defence Authorities. The
installation shall also comply with relevant workmanship clauses of section 15000 and
shall be approved by the Engineer.
Sprinkler heads shall be centred in ceiling tiles. Sprinkler heads shall be as per reflected
ceiling plan in correct locations. If required, UL listed/LPCB approved flexible pipe
connectors with stainless steel corrugated pipe along with necessary connectors and
purpose made support brackets to anchor the sprinkler head shall be used similar to
Rapidrop by IFI Fire.
Sprinklers shall be of the correct type, have correct finish and temperature ratings, and
have guards where required.

5.3.6

Field Quality Control

Provide field quality control according to the Contractors submitted Project Quality Plan.

5.3.7

Protection of Finished Work

Afford protection to sprinkler heads at all stages of construction prior to final decorations.
The Engineer shall be notified, proof provided and records kept, of damage/removal to
any protection by others.
All work that is inadequately protected and becomes damaged shall be replaced with
new at no cost.

5.3.8

Testing and Commissioning

All systems shall be tested and commissioned and the entire installation demonstrated to
the satisfaction of the Engineer and the Civil Defence Approving Authorities.
All approvals shall be co-ordinated with the Civil Defence and Municipal Authorities.
The sprinkler piping system shall be flushed, tested and inspected according to NFPA
13, Chapter System Acceptance.
The standpipe system shall be flushed, tested and inspected according to NFPA 14,
Chapter Tests and Inspection. Tests and demonstration of system shall be carried out
in the presence of Civil Defence Authorities and the Engineer as required.

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The BMS system shall be co-ordinated with fire alarm system and all necessary
interphases shall be correctly carried out.

5.4

Standards References
Reference

Title

BS 336

Specification for fire hose couplings and ancillary equipment

BS EN 671: Part 1

Fixed fire fighting systems. Hose systems. Hose reels with

semi-rigid hose

BS 750

Specification for underground fire hydrants and surface box

frames and covers

BS EN 837: Part 1

Pressure gauges. Bourdon tube pressure gauges.

Dimensions, metrology, requirements and testing

BS EN 1561

Founding. Grey cast irons

BS EN 1982

Copper and copper alloys. Ingots and castings

NFPA 13

Standard for Installation of Sprinkler Systems

NFPA 14

Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose Systems

NFPA 20

Standard for the Installation of Centrifugal Fire Pumps

UL 199

Standard for safety automatic sprinklers for fire-protection

service

UL 1767

Standard for safety early-suppression fast-response

sprinklers

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Abbreviations
Air Circuit Breakers
Approved Code of Practice
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Industry
Board
Acoustic Doppler Current Meters
ADCM
AFMA
Australian Fisheries Management Authority
AGMA
American Gear Manufacturers Association
AISI
American Iron and Steel Institute
AS
Acceptance Strength
ASTA
Association of Short-circuit Testing
Authorities
American Society for Testing Materials
ASTM
ATS
Automatic Transfer Switch
American Welding Society
AWS
BASEC
British Approval Service for Electric Cables
Building Officials and Code Administrators
BOCA
BRE
Building Research Establishment Ltd.
British Standards
BS
Building Service Research and Information
BSRIA
Association
California Bearing Ratio
CBR
CCTV
Close Circuit Television
CECOMAF Comit Europen des Constructeurs de
Matriel Frigorifique
CENELEC Comit Europen de Normalisation
Electrotechnique
CFC
Chlorofluorocarbons
CIBSE
Chartered Institution of Building Services
Engineers
CHW
Chilled Water
CI
Cast Iron
CLW
Cooling Water
CM
Current Margin / Communication cable
Communication cable (Plenum)
CMP
Code of Practice
CP
CPC
Circuit Protection Conductor
CPT
Cone Penetration Testing
Categorised Required Strength
CRS
Cathode Ray Tube
CRT
CRZ
Capillary Rise Zone
CT
Current Transformer
Underwriters Laboratories Incorporated
c(UL)
(Canada)
DEO
Defence Estate Organisation
DFT
Dry Film Thickness
DI
Ductile Iron
DIN
Deutsches Institut fr Normung
DPC
Damp Proof Course
DPDT
Differential Pressure, Differential
Temperature
DS
Durability Strength
DVR
Digital Video Recorder
DW
Ductwork Specification
EA
Exhaust Air
ECMA
European Computer Manufacturers
Association
Exhaust Air
EA
ECMA
European Computer Manufacturers
Association
ECR
Extra Chemical Resistant
EIA
Environmental Impact Assessment/
Electronic Industries Alliance
ACB
ACOP
ACRIB

EMC
EPDM
FA
FBA
FRP
FSC
GANA
GGBS
GMS
GRC
GRP
HCFC
HDPE
HEPA
HFC
HPL
HPPE
HRC
HSE
HSFG
HV
HVCA
ICBO
IGCC
IGE/UP
IP
ISAT
ISO
ITP
KD
kVA
LCD
LED
LPG
LS0H
LSF
LV
MCB
MCC
MCCB
MDF
MDD
MDPE
MEP
MICC
MIO
MMI
MOD
MS
MSDS
MSRPC
N
NDFT
NEMA
NFPA
NRC
NS

Electromagnetic Compatibility
Ethylene-propylene-diene-monomer
copolymer
Fresh Air
Factory Built Assembly
Fibre Reinforced Polymer
Forest Stewardship Council
Glass Association of North America
Ground Granulated Blast-furnace Slag
Galvanized Mild Steel
Glass Reinforced Cement/Glass Reinforced
Concrete
Glass Reinforced Plastics
Hydrofluorocarbons
High Density Polyethylene
High Efficiency Particulate Air
HydroFluoroCarbon
High Pressure Laminate
Higher Performance Polyethylene
High Rupturing Capacity
Health and Safety Executive
High Strength Friction Grip
High Voltage
Heating and Ventilating Contractors
Association
International Conference of Building Officials
Insulating Glass Certification Council
Institution of Gas Engineers Utilization
Procedures
Ingress Protection
Initial Surface Absorption Test
International Standard Organization
Inspection Testing Plan
Kiln Dried
Kilovolt Ampere
Liquid Crystal Display
Light Emitting Diode
Liquid Petroleum Gas
Low Smoke Zero Halogen
Low Smoke and Fume
Low Voltage
Miniature Circuit Breaker
Motor Control Centre
Moulded Case Circuit Breakers
Medium Density Fireboard
Maximum Dry Density
Medium Density Polyethylene
Mechanical Electrical Plumbing
Mineral Insulated Copper Covered Cable
Micaceous Iron Oxide
Man Machine Interface
Ministry of Defence
Micro-silica
Material Safety Data Sheet
Moderate Sulphate Resistance Portland
Cement
Nitrogen
Nominal Dry Film Thickness
National Electrical Manufacturers Association
National Fire Protection Association
Noise Reduction Coefficient
Norwegian Standard

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O/D
ODP
OFS
OFTEC
O&M
OPC
PD
PE
PFA
PFC
PM
PTFE
PVC
PVC-u
PWTAG
QA/QC
RA
RCCD
RCD
R&D
REFCOM
RPM
RPZ
RTD
RTR
SA
SBCCI
SDR
SIS
SP
SPDT
SRPC
SS
SSPC
TIA
TRA
UL
ULPA
UP
UPS
UTP
UV
VC
VR
WBP
W/C
WIS
WP
WRAS
XLPE

Outside Diameter
Ozone Depletion Potential
Oil Fired (Appliance/Equipment) Standard
Oil Firing Technical Association
Operation and Maintenance
Ordinary Portland Cement
Published Documents
Polyethylene
Pulverised Fuel Ash
Power Factor Correction
Project Manager
Polytetrafluoroethylene
Polyvinylchloride
Unplasticised Polyvinylchloride
Pool Water Treatment Advisory Group
Quality Assurance/Quality Control
Return/Recycled Air
Residual Current Circuit Breaker
Residual Current Device
Research and Development
Register of Companies Competent to handle
refrigerants
Reinforced Plastic Mortar
Reduced Pressure Zone
Resistant Temperature Detector
Reinforced Thermosetting Resin
Supply Air
Southern Building Code Congress
International (Incorporated)
Standard Dimension Ratio
Swedish Institute of Standards
Super-plasticizing
Single Pole Double Throw
Sulphate Resistance Portland Cement
Structural Strength
Steel Structures Painting Council
Telecommunication Industry Association
Trussed Rafter Association
Underwriters Laboratories Incorporated
Ultra Low Penetration Air
Unsaturated Polyester Resin
Uninterruptible Power Supply
Unshielded Twisted Pair
Ultra Violet
Vitrified Clay
Video Recorder
Weather and Boil Proof
Water Cement Ratio
Water Industry Specification
Water Proofing
Water Regulations Advisory Scheme
Cross Linked Polyethylene

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