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INDEX

Section No. Section Title

104400 Fire Protection Specialties
210500 Common Works Results for Fire Protection
210548 Vibration Controls for Fire Suppression
211200 Fire Suppression Standpipes
211300 Fire Suppression Sprinkler
211313 Wet Pipe Fire Suppression Sprinklers
211339 Foam Water System
212200 Clean Agent Extinguishing System
213113 Electric Drive Centrifugal Fire Pumps
213116 Diesel Drive Centrifugal Fire Pumps
213400 Pressure Maintenance Pumps
213900 Controllers for Fire Pump Drivers

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SECTION 10 44 00_FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALTIES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and the following sections of the specification:
1. Section 210500 Common Work Results for Fire Suppression
2. Section 210548 Vibration Controls for Fire Suppression Piping and Equipment
3. Section 211200 Fire Suppression Standpipes
4. Section 211313 Wet Pipe Fire Suppression Sprinklers
5. Section 211339 Foam Water Sprinklers
6. Section 212200 Clean Agent Extinguishing Systems
7. Section 213113 Electric Drive Centrifugal Fire Pumps
8. Section 213116 Diesel Drive Centrifugal Fire Pumps
9. Section 213400 Pressure Maintenance Pumps
10. Section 283111 Digital Addressable Fire Alarm System

1.2 SUMMARY
A. This section includes:
1. Installation Control Valve
2. Floor control valve assembly
3. Sprinklers
4. Spare sprinkler cabinets
5. Sprinkler line testers
6. Quick response sprinklers
7. Open type sprinklers
8. Deluge station
9. Fire cabinets
10. Landing valves
11. Portable fire extinguishers
12. Wheeled fire extinguishers
13. Fire brigade breeching inlets
14. Flow switches
15. Automatic air release valves
16. Automatic ball drip
17. Pressure reducing valves
18. Vacuum relief valves

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1.3 REFERENCES
A. NFPA 10 Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers
B. NFPA 13 Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems
C. NFPA 14 Standard for the Installation of Standpipe and Hose System
D. NFPA 20 Standard for Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire Protection
E. NFPA 22 Standard for Water Tanks for Private Fire Protection
F. NFPA 24 Standard for Installation of Private Service Mains and Their Appurtenances
G. NFPA 25 Standard for Inspection, Testing, Maintenance of Water Based Fire Protection
H. NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signalling Code

1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit product data, samples and installation details.
B. Submit selection criteria and ordering schedule, listing types against use and location
C. Submit clause by clause specification compliance statement to indicate all specified
parameters are met.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Use only those products specifically listed/approved for Fire protection services by
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. USA (UL), Factory Mutual Testing Laboratories USA (FM
Approved), Fire Offices Committee of UK or other approved agencies of international repute,
where stipulated.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Deliver products to site, store and protect.
B. Keep factory packed items in shipping cartons, until time of installation
C. Store factory calibrated items, which are dropped or subjected to shock otherwise in separate
containers with appropriate labels; till completion of works. Keep a record of the same for
inspection by the Engineer.

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

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS

A. Refer to Approved Manufacturer's List attached separately.
1. All Manufacturer and suppliers proposed should have a valid (current) approval for all
the products and items from (Local Civil Defense) Authorities. And a valid trade
licenses from (Local Municipality) for the local authorized agents/representatives, and
the local agent/representative should have a valid license from (Local Civil Defense).
All products proposed should have current certifications and valid listing from the
required approving agencies such as (UL, FM, LPCB, etc).

2.2 INSTALLATION CONTROL VALVE

A. Isolating Valve: Iron body, bronze mounted (IBBM), outside screw and yoke (OS & Y)
construction with solid wedge and flanged ends. Isolating valves shall be UL 262 listed and
shall be fitted to the installation in order to shut the valve, the spindle must turn clockwise.
The hand wheels of all stop valves shall be clearly marked to indicate which direction the
wheel is to be turned to close the valve
B. An indication shall also be provided which shows whether the valve is open or shut.
C. Each main stop valves shall be installed with a tamper/supervisory switch and interconnected
to the building fire alarm system or secured open by a padlock or riveted strap.
D. Alarm Check Valve: IBBM, flap type construction with flanged ends, metered bypass with
ball valve for pressure maintenance flow, test and alarm flow parts, bolted access cover,
pressure gauges (as specified elsewhere) at inlet and outlet etc. It should be UL 753 listed
conforming to NFPA 13. Retarding device of approved design to obviate false alarms due to
mains pressure variations where necessary or where indicated.
E. Alarm valves shall be complete with Water Motor Alarm Gong, all required auxiliary valves
and drains and with pressure switch for wiring into the building electrical alarm system.
F. Test and Drain Valve: All bronze, angle valve with screwed ends complete with metering
orifice, discharge turn dish, etc.
G. All drain lines from test valves, drain down points etc. shall discharge over suitable and
proper drain vent. Each drain vent shall be connected to 150 mm galvanized steel drain line
which shall discharge over a suitable gully.
H. All drain vent, pipe fittings and support clips used for the drain lines shall be galvanized.
I. Alarm Test Valve: All bronze multi-port plug valve with screwed ends, operating lever,
engraved position indicator attached to body.
J. Strainer: All bronze, Y-type strainer with screwed ends, screwed cover and 30 mesh stainless
steel screen for alarm supply line.
K. Water Motor Alarm: Bronze fitted cast iron construction of through the wall type with
threaded inlet and outlet connections, wall sleeve, drive shaft and bell which shall be located
at a distance not exceeding 15 m from the alarm valve, and at a height not to exceed 6m above
the alarm valve.
L. The pipe work and fittings used shall be galvanized and to the sizes determined by NFPA 13.

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M. 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.
N. A 15 mm test valve shall be installed on the installation side of each alarm valve.
O. Pressure Switch: Fully enclosed construction with tapped conduit entry and volt free,
normally closed/open contacts rated for 5 amps at 250 volts A/C. It should be UL 753 listed
and shall be installed in the system as per NFPA-13. It shall be mounted on a vertical branch
pipe at least 300 mm long.
P. The pressure switch 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 a Building Management System, and wired to the main fire alarm panel.
Q. Pressure Gauges: Pressure gauges shall be fitted to meet the requirements of LPC. Pressure
gauges shall conform to BS 1780 or equivalent International Standard. The maximum reading
of the scale is 150% of the maximum system pressure and each scale shall have divisions not
exceeding 0.2 bar.

2.3 ZONE CHECK ASSEMBLY

A. A zone control valve set shall be UL/FM approved and it is to be provided for each sprinkler
system zones as shown on the tender drawings and shall compromise:
1. Butterfly Valve shall have a UL 1091 listing. It shall be fitted with factory UL/FM
approved tamper switch.
2. Flow Alarm Switch shall be UL Listed and FM Approved for the size of the pipe in
which it is installed as a paddle type water flow indicator. Shall be fixed after the
butterfly valve, on the main supply pipe and before any connection is taken off
3. Inspector Test and Drain Connections
4. Dial Pressure Gauges suitable for the water pressure shall be fitted so arranged that it
can be easily removed for testing and checking without shutting down the water
supply.

2.4 SPRINKLERS
A. All sprinklers shall be automatic glass bulb type, standard orifice (15 mm) (1/2 inch) color
coded as follows:
1.
2.
3.
4.
B. Air-conditioned areas with:
1. Front of house and ID Area: Factory painted brass, spray type, concealed sprinkler 0.3
mm frangible glass bulb, standard orifice (12mm) rated 57 deg. C, installed pendant
with matching ceiling plates. Ceiling plate shall match ceiling color and/or to meet
architect's requirements.

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2. All Offices, residential and other (core & shell) areas: Recessed/pendent type sprinklers
0.3 mm frangible glass bulb type, standard orifice (15mm), rated 57 deg. C without
cover plate.
C. Air-conditioned Plant Rooms: Brass construction, conventional type, rated 68 deg. C,
installed upright or pendent as appropriate.
D. Non air-conditioned Plant Rooms and other Areas: Brass construction, conventional type
rated 79 deg. C, installed upright or pendant as appropriate.
E. Through wall sprinklers (conditioned areas): Chrome plated brass, rated 68 deg. C, complete
with sleeved escutcheon.
F. Sidewall sprinklers (Non air-conditioned areas): Chrome plated brass, rated 68 deg. C
installed upright.

2.5 SPARE SPRINKLER CABINETS

A. Spare sprinkler cabinets shall be provided with the following contents:
1. 2 Nos. sprinkler log books
2. 2 Nos. sprinkler spanners of each type
3. 24 Nos. conventional (68 deg. C) sprinklers used in plant areas
4. 24 Nos. spray (57 deg. C) concealed sprinkler used in corridors
5. 24 Nos. spray (57 deg. C) recessed pendent sprinkler used in areas with ceiling
6. 24 Nos. spray (57 deg. C) sidewall sprinkler used in residential areas
7. 12 nos. Spray (57 deg. C) (K=115) extended coverage sidewall sprinkler used in areas
where room length is more than 6.3 m

2.6 SPRINKLER LINE TESTERS

A. Forged brass fitting with 1-inch female threaded inlet, 15 mm (1/2-inch nominal) threaded
sprinkler outlet and 25-mm (1-inch nominal) make hose threaded, drain outlet with cap and
chain. The drain valve shall be wrenched operated.

2.7 QUICK RESPONSE SPRINKLERS

A. Chrome plated brass, pendant type rated 57 deg. C

2.8 OPEN TYPE SPRINKLERS

A. Bronze standard pendant type

2.9 DELUGE STATION

A. General
1. Deluge assembly shall be externally re-settable by hydraulic means, and shall employ
positive vent on the priming line to ensure that the deluge will not prematurely reset.
2. Deluge Valve: Shall low differential, latched closed spring assisted, self resetting,
clapper, pneumatic, hydraulic or electric release. Deluge valve and trim shall be UL
Listed and FM approved, for vertical or horizontal installation, supplied with grade "E"
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serviceable without removal from the line, flange ends for installation with ANSI class
150 flange rated service up to 300 psi (2065 KPa) working pressure.
3. Deluge valve shall be with wet actuation trim, provided with quartzoid bulb detector.
B. System Components
1. Isolating Valves: All bronze rising stem construction with screwed ends, Sold wedge
and union bonnet.
2. Control valve: Cast iron body with bronze/stainless steel trim flanged ends, pilot
operated diaphragm valve assembly complete with pressure gauges.
3. Heat Detectors
4. Manual emergency station
5. Control panel
6. Solenoid valve
7. Motor alarm gong
8. Proportional head (Venturi): Chrome plated brass inline conductor.
9. Foam Solution Tank:
a. Foam bladder tank a component of a balance pressure foam system. The tank
shell shall be constructed of steel complying ASME specifications, tensile
strength not less than 70,000 psi. The circumferential, as well as the longitudinal
body seam shall be machine welded. Bladder shall be manufactured of a vinyl
based polymer or a polyester reinforced copolymer. The bladder material shall
have an ASTM D-412 tensile strength of at least 3000 psi and an ASTM D-624
graves tear strength of at least 420 psi.

2.10 LANDING VALVES

A. 65 mm (2 ½ inch) nominal diameter landing valve located at each fire hose cabinet on car
parks, corridors or at each mid landing of staircases as indicated on the drawings.
1. Pressure regulating type:
a. These shall be used at levels where standpipe residual pressure exceeds 6.9 bars
(100 psig) at inlet to the landing valve. The valves shall be factory calibrated to
supply minimum 57 cu.m/hour (250 US GPM) at a pressure range of 4.5 to 6.9
Bars (65 to 100 psig) at the valve outlet.
b. The valve shall be UL/FM approved. The body shall be cast brass with 65 mm
diameter female threaded inlet, internal pressure regulator and 65 mm nom. dia.
Female instantaneous outlet to BS 336.

2.11 FIRE HOSE

A. Fire hose shall be UL Listed/FM approved, for 65 mm (2-1/2 inch) and 40 mm (1-1/2 inch)
and minimum 30 meter (100 ft). Fire hose shall be 100% polyester double jacket with
synthetic rubber lining. Specifically designed for where abrasion resistance and high pressure
required 100% virgin polyester yarn in both wrap, inner jacket twill weave plain waive on
outer jacket, with applicable coupling to the local fire brigade connection.

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B. Rubber hose 25 mm (1 inch) shall be non-kink rubber, hose has three ply with two synthetic
rubber layers and a textile reinforcement working pressure of 15 bar.

2.12 COUPLINGS
A. Hose coupling shall be gunmetal, chrome plated instantaneous design to BS336, listed with
Kitemark or LPCB approved.

2.13 FIRE HOSE RACK

A. Hose rack assembly shall be polyester coated steel; swivel type with water retention device
and pins for 40 mm dia. at 30 meter length of hose. Provide escutcheon, rack nipple and hose
coupling. Rack shall be UL 47 approved.

2.14 FIRE HOSE REEL (AUTOMATIC TYPE)

A. The hose reel drum shall be made of mild steel with the cabinet supported with reinforced
support arm, which shall be chrome plated and swing through 180 degrees. Welding of any
part on cabinet front shall not be allowed. The reels shall comply with BS-EN 671 and
comprise a reinforced rubber hose, 25 mm dia. x 30 m long coiled on a revolving drum. The
outer end of a hose shall be fitted with a "jet/spray/shut off" control nozzle. The inner end of
the hose shall be connected through the reel to the water supply.
B. The reels shall incorporate a valve that automatically turns on the water supply when more
than approximately 3 meter of hose is unreeled, and shut off again when the hose is re-wound
onto the reel. A manual shut off valve of the wheel type shall also be installed on the service
pipe to each hose reel.
C. The hose nozzle shall be (Jet spray/Shut off) type nozzle.
D. Each hose reel shall be installed and tested to BS 5274 and shall be deliver not less than 0.4
l/s when two top most reels are in use simultaneously providing a jet of approximately 6
meter in length. Pressure reducing devices shall be provided whenever necessary to limit the
pressure as per local authority point requirement.
E. An instruction plate shall be supplied with each reel indicating the method of use in English
and Arabic.
F. The hose reel shall be suitable for working pressure up to 4.5 bar and shall be installed in
accordance with the manufacturer's instruction.

2.15 FIRE CABINETS

A. Cabinet shall be manufactured by an ISO-9001 manufacturing company and certified (e.g.
BVQI, LPCB, UL or any reputed certifying bodies).
B. Fire hose cabinets, hose, valves, nozzle and coupling shall be approved and listed intended for
fire use and shall be conformance with the requirement of the Authority Having Jurisdiction
and provide where shown on the drawings in accordance with specification.
C. Where floor areas having block work enclosure fire hose cabinets shall be recessed frameless
type as per the architect drawings. Door shall be made of 1.2 mm thick stainless steel design
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rods and welded to cabinet door. The cladding finish shall be of the same material of the wall
and to the approval of the Architect.
D. Recessed fire hose cabinet shall be of 1.2 mm thick electro galvanized steel sheet. Fabricated
that all joints shall be welded and ground smooth. Architrave trimming shall be 100 mm depth
of the same finish of the door. Hinges shall be solid pin type machined from steel rods and
welded to cabinet door. Cabinet shall be electro static power coated painted, to RAL finish
and to the architects approval. Cabinets shall be installed as shown in the drawings and where
applicable.
E. Surface mounted fire hose cabinet shall be 1.5 mm thick electro galvanized steel sheet.
Fabricated that all joints shall be welded and ground smooth, hinges shall be solid pin type
machined from steel rods and welded to cabinet door. Cabinet shall be electro static powder
coated painted to RAL 9010 and to the architect approval, Cabinets shall be installed as
shown in the drawing and where applicable.
F. All fire hose and valve cabinets except ground floor lobby cabinet shall be clearly marked to
indicate contents letters shall be red and shall be 65 mm in height visibly identified as per the
requirement of NFPA-14 and to the approval of the Authority Having Jurisdiction.
G. All fire hose cabinets to be of Class 3 type with the contents mentioned in the next section.

2.16 CONTENTS OF FIRE CABINETS (FHC)

A. 65 mm nom. dia. pressure reducing landing valve
B. 25mm/40mm nom. dia. automatic hose reel/hose rack, 30 m long with jet/spray nozzle
suitable for 12 bars working pressure, complete with lock shield type isolating valve.
C. 6 Kg. DCP fire extinguisher
D. 6 Kg. CO2 fire extinguisher
E. 65 mm dia hose with nozzle
F. All fire cabinet use in the through penetration fire rated wall shall be UL fire rated cabinets
with insulation materials UL classified to restore fire stop around penetrations.

2.17 PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

A. General
1. Fire extinguishers shall comply with NFPA-10 for installation.
2. The classification of fire extinguisher shall consist of a letter that indicated the class of
fire on which a fire extinguisher has been found to be effective, preceded by a rating
number (Class A and Class B only) that indicated the relative extinguishing
effectiveness.
3. The distribution of fire extinguisher shall comply with prescribed requirements of
NFPA-10, as shown on the drawings and specific requirements of the Local Civil
Defense Authorities.
4. Cabinets housing fire extinguishers shall not be locked.
5. Portable fire extinguishers shall be maintained in a fully charges and operable
condition, and kept in their designated places at all times when they are not being used.

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2.18 DEFINITIONS
A. The type of extinguisher needed depends on the right type of fire that may occur in the room
or building.
1. Class A Fires: Fires on ordinary combustible materials, such as wood, cloth, paper,
rubber, and many plastics.
2. Class B Fires: Fire in flammable liquids combustible liquids, petroleum greasers, tars,
oils, oil-based paints, solvents, lacquers, alcohols, and flammable gases.
3. Class C Fires: Fire that involve energized electrical equipment where the electrical non
conductivity of the extinguishing media is of importance. (Where electrical equipment
is de-energized, fire extinguishers for class A or B fires can be used safely.
4. Class D Fires: Fires in combustible metals, such as magnesium, titanium, zirconium,
sodium, lithium and potassium.
5. Class K Fires: Fires in cooking appliances that involves combustible cooking media
(vegetable or animal oils and fats).
B. Building presenting Class B and C fire hazard shall be equipped with a regular number of
Class A extinguishers dedicated to the building protection, and shall also be equipped with
adding Class B or Class C extinguishers.
C. According to these definitions, all parts of the building shall be equipped with Class ABC
type extinguishers. In the meantime, rooms such as Storages, Workshops and other rooms
housing electrical equipments, shall be equipped with adding Class C extinguishers.

2.19 PRODUCTS
A. Water Fire Extinguisher: Shall have Kite mark approval and comply with BS-EN standard.
The cylinder shall be special CRCA sheet with Argon/CO2 welding process factory tested to
30 bar.
B. Carbon Dioxide Fire Extinguisher: Shall have Kite mark approval and comply with BS-EN3
standards. The cylinder shall be made of high grade steel and shall have high gloss polyester
finish. The cylinder shall be tested to 250 bar. Provide CO2 fire extinguisher of 5 Kg and the
rating shall be 55 B.
C. Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher: Shall have Kite mark approval and comply with BS-EN3
standards. The cylinder shall be made special cold rolled steel sheet with Argon/ CO2 welding
process and the rising pipe shall be made of Aluminium. The cylinder shall have minimum
working pressure of 14 bar. Provide Dry Powder Fire extinguishing of 6 kg with 34 A and
183 B rating.
D. Wet Chemical Fire extinguishers: Shall have Kite mark approval and comply with BS:7937
standards. The cylinder shall be tested to 15 bar and shall have safety valve for maximum
safety. The capacity shall be 6 liters with 75 F/13 A ratings. They shall be provided in all
kitchens and as indicated in the drawings.

2.20 FIRE BLANKETS

A. Provide fire blankets in kitchens where indicated in the drawings. It should have BS Kitemark
and should be LPCB approved. Fire blankets shall be manufactured from 430 gm/sq.m glass

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fiber material which shall withstand temperature up to 550 deg. C. The size be 4 ft. x 4 ft. x 6
ft.

2.21 WHEELED FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

A. Dry Powder: Large extinguishers with 50 Kg dry powder, external nitrogen cylinder for
propelling the charge, 50 feet long flexible hose with suitable discharge nozzle etc. all
mounted on a trolley with handle, brackets for winding the hose and solid rubber tyres.
Suitable protective covers shall be provided for units exposed to the elements.
B. Carbon Dioxide: Large extinguishers with 50 Kg CO2 cylinder with screw down valve and
bursting device, high pressure hose with extinguishing shower/snow pipe. All mounted on
trolley with solid rubber tyred disc wheels.

2.22 FIRE BRIGADE BREECHING INLETS

A. Iron body, bronze mounted construction, with 150mm (6 inch) nominal diameter flanged
bottom/back outlet, 4 nos. 65 mm (2-1/2 inch) nominal diameter, instantaneous male inlets
with chain and cap, integral spring loaded check valve, drain valve etc. complete.
B. A non-return (check) valve shall protect the inlet. The coupling shall comply with BS336. The
breeching inlet shall have BSI Kite Mark approval. The breeching inlet shall be housed box
with wired glass door. Construction material for the cabinet shall be polished stainless steel.

2.23 FIRE BRIGADE BREECHING INLET CABINETS

A. Cabinet shall be manufactured by ISO9001 manufacturing company and duly certified e.g.
LPCB, UL and others.
B. The inlet breeching unit shall be housed in an approved 1.2 m stainless steel 316 L polished
finish, flush box with wired glass glazed front panel or as per Architect requirement and:
1. Conspicuously indicated by words: "FIRE BRIGADE "SPRINKLER SYSTEM" or
"STANDPIPE SYSTEM" in block letters on inner face of the glass, both on English
and Arabic.
2. Fastens only by means of a spring lock, which can also be operated from inside without
the aid of a key after the glass has been broken.
3. Made large enough for hose to be connected to inlets even if the door cannot be opened
and the only means of access is by breaking the glass.
C. The box shall be built into the structure with a fall of one in 12, from the rear of the
base to the front of the base. Construction material for the cabinet shall be polished
finished stainless steel.

2.24 FLOW SWITCHES

A. Provide vane type flow switches with volt free, normally open contacts rated for 5 amps at
250 volts A/C (max) and enclosure with tapped conduit entry. The flow switch shall be
adjustable, to give contact at flow equal to that of one sprinkler. The unit shall be completed
with pipe size saddle, clamp, sealing gasket etc.

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2.25 AUTOMATIC AIR RELIEF VALVES

A. Bronze body with non-ferrous float and internal working parts. Construction shall be take-
apart type for easy maintenance. Outlet shall be tapped for connection to drain line.

2.26 AUTOMATIC BALL DRIP

A. All bronze, with male threaded inlet and female threaded outlet.

2.27 PRESSURE REDUCING VALVES FOR HOSE REEL SUPPLY

A. Angle reducing vales for hose reel pilot controlled, diaphragm type, normally open valve of
cast iron construction with flanged ends; UL listed for fire protection services. The trim and
pilot assemble shall be of brass/bronze/stainless steel and pressure setting shall be made with
a single screw, housed in a screw on, sealable housing. Wetted areas of the valve body shall
be epoxy coated. The assembly shall be complete with shut off valve, strainer, pressure
gauges, size adjustment spools, etc.

2.28 VACUUM RELIEF VALVES

A. Pressure type vacuum relief valve, diaphragm operated with large parts to admit air to the
pipe when line pressure is below atmospheric. Cast iron body with bronze trim, nylon
reinforced diaphragm and threaded ends.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION CONTROL VALVE

A. Isolating Check Valve Assembly: Shall be enclosed in tamper proof wire mesh cage with steel
angle frame work, anchored to wall, where exposed.

3.2 ALARM CHECK VALVE

A. Alarm check valves shall be provided with internally and externally galvanized trim piping
and fittings, pressure gages, a retarding chamber, water motor gong, alarm switch, testing
bypass, and all necessary pipe, fittings and accessories.
B. The retarding chamber drain line shall be piped independently of the main drain line.
C. The drain line from water motor gong shall be piped to discharge through the wall as close to
the grade line as possible.
D. Piping between the alarm check valve and a pressure actuated alarm initiating device shall be
galvanized piping not less than 3/8 inch nominal pipe size.
E. Piping supplying the retard chamber, water motor gong, and associated drains shall be
galvanized. Galvanized fittings are to be used where galvanized piping is required.

3.3 FLOOR CONTROL ASSEMBLIES

A. The use of 65 mm (1 ½ inch) nom. size valve with adjustment spool be permitted up to 100
mm (4 inch) nom. line size.
B. The system drain line shall be connected to the nearest drain (waste water or storm water
systems only) through an approved air gap fitting.
C. The power supply and alarm unit shall be arranged to have its power supply drawn from the
automatic standby power supply system.
D. Suitable access covers shall be provided in the shaft wall for floor control stations/sprinkler
supply isolating valves, where required.

3.4 SPRINKLERS
A. Do not install sprinklers, until after the complete system has been flushed.
B. Do not install sprinklers which are contaminated with paints or similar coatings, that are once
installed and removed for any reason and those which are dropped or have visible physical
damage.
C. Use only wrenches, supplied by the sprinkler manufacturer for installing the sprinkler.
D. Use adjustable return drops with threaded fittings for installing sprinkler in areas with false
ceiling.
E. Do not exceed 30 cm length for standpipes or drop pipes for installing sprinklers, where so
required.
F. Install guards on sprinklers prone to mechanical damage.
G. Install sheet metal water shields on sprinklers located near electrical or other equipment prone
to damage from water.
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I. Accurately align sprinkler heads in hung ceiling areas symmetrically with diffusers, grilles,
lighting fixtures and ceiling tiles.
J. Install heads in center tiles/coordinated with architectural design this may result in additional
heads which shall be provided at no additional cost unless otherwise indicated.
K. Sprinkler shall not be installed closer than 1800 mm apart.
L. Where suspended ceiling are installed, the sprinkler contractor shall install pendent sprinkler
as shown on the reflected ceiling plans. Where these plans do not specify the location of the
pendent sprinklers, the Contractor shall obtain the original reflected ceiling plans, and design
sprinkler locations at least 150 mm from ceiling tile edges, (dimension the location) and 750
mm from HVAC supply diffuser. If a sprinkler lands within 750 mm of the HVAC supply
diffuser the contractor shall install an intermediate temperature rated sprinkler. Locate
sprinklers along straight lines to the extent possible, follow a repetitive pattern. Pendent
sprinklers shall be installed by means of an approved flexible application (such as flex head or
approved equal), or return bends from 25 mm outlet tees in branch lines.

3.5 DELUGE VALVE

A. Proper operation of the Deluge valve depends upon its trim being installed in accordance with
manufacturer's instruction.
B. The dry pipe valve and associated trimmings shall be installed in a readily visibly and
accessible location.
C. All nipple, fittings, and devices must be clean and free of scale and burrs before installation.
Use pipe thread sealant sparingly on male pipe threads only.

3.6 FIRE CABINETS

A. Provide wooden framing of correct size, extending to the plaster finish on all recessed fire
cabinets, secure fire cabinets in wall by screws, at the wooden frame.
B. Provide steel angle base supports for taking up the weight of cabinets installed in shaft walls.
C. Cut openings in fire cabinets using appropriate tools. Provide rubber grommets at these
openings to prevent rattling and entry of dust.
D. Provide boxed sheet metal stiffeners or external, supporting steel framing for installing hose
reels and similar items.

3.7 LANDING VALVES

A. Schematic riser diagrams, clearly indicating the identification number of each landing valve,
their elevations with respect to the pump center line and maximum pump discharge pressure
etc. shall be furnished to the manufacturer of pressure reducing type valves for the purpose of
calibrating these landing valves.
B. Pressure reducing type landing valves installed at site shall be calibrated at the factory and
sealed and tagged to this effect.

3.8 AUTOMATIC AIR RELEASE VALVES

A. Provide access doors in shaft walls, where installed in inaccessible places. Provide drain pipe
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3.9 AUTOMATIC BALL DRIP

A. Provide at the lowest point in piping between the Fire Brigade Breeching inlet and the check
valve on the system side and un-drainable parts of the system piping.

3.10 SPRINKLER LINE TESTERS

A. Provide one per every distribution main in the sprinkler system, for testing purposes, in
accessible locations. Provide this fitting for the last sprinkler on all the ranges which are not
drainable from the ICV.

3.11 FLOW SWITCHES

A. Install on sprinkler supply mains or cross mains covering areas requiring separate indication
of sprinkler operation and where indicated in drawings.

3.12 VACUUM RELIEF VALVES

A. These shall be installed on top of express risers connecting high level water storage tanks to
the fire protection piping.

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SECTION 21 05 00_COMMON WORKS RESULTS FOR FIRE PROTECTION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
conditions and the following sections of this specification:
1. Section 104400 Fire Protection Specialties
2. Section 210548 Vibration Controls for Fire Suppression Piping and Equipment
3. Section 211200 Fire Suppression Standpipes
4. Section 211313 Wet Pipe Fire Suppression Sprinklers
5. Section 211339 Foam Water Sprinklers
6. Section 212200 Clean Agent Extinguishing Systems
7. Section 213113 Electric Drive Centrifugal Fire Pumps
8. Section 213116 Diesel Drive Centrifugal Fire Pumps
9. Section 213400 Pressure Maintenance Pumps
10. Section 283112

1.2 SUMMARY
A. This section includes the following:
1. Piping materials and installation instructions common to most piping systems
2. Mechanical sleeve seals
3. Sleeves
4. Escutcheons
5. Grout
6. Fire-suppression equipment and piping demolition
7. Equipment installation requirements common to equipment sections
8. Painting and finishing
9. Concrete bases
10. Supports and anchorages

1.3 DEFINITIONS
A. Finished Spaces:
1. Spaces other than mechanical and electrical equipment rooms, furred spaces, pipe
chases, unheated space immediately below roof, space above ceilings, unexcavated
spaces, crawlspaces and tunnels.
B. Exposed, interior installations:
1. Exposed to view indoors. Examples include finished occupied spaces and mechanical
equipment rooms.
C. Exposed, Exterior Installations:

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1. Exposed to view outdoors or subject to outdoor ambient temperatures and weather

conditions. Examples include rooftop locations.
D. Concealed, Interior Installations:
1. Concealed from view and protected from physical contact by building occupants.
Examples include above ceilings and in chases.
E. Concealed, Exterior Installations:
1. Concealed from view and protected from weather conditions and physical contact by
building occupants but subject to outdoor ambient temperatures. Examples include
installations within unheated shelters.
F. The following are industry abbreviations for rubber materials:
1. EPDM: Ethylene-propylene-diene terpolymer rubber
2. NBR: Acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber

1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data for the following:
1. Mechanical sleeve seals
2. Escutcheons
B. Welding certificates
C. Submit clause by clause specification compliance statement to confirm specified parameters
are met.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Steel Support Welding: Qualify processes and operators according to AWS D1.1 "Structural
Welding Code Steel".
B. Steel Pipe Welding: Qualify processes and operators according to ASME Boiler and Pressure
Vessel Code: Section IX, "Welding and Bracing Qualifications".
1. Comply with provisions in ASME B31 Series, "Code for Pressure Piping".
2. Certify that each welder has passed AWS qualification tests for welding processes
involved and that certification is current.
C. Electrical Characteristics for Fire Suppression Equipment: Equipment of higher electrical
characteristics may be furnished provided such proposed equipment is approved in writing
and connecting electrical services, circuit breakers, and conduit sizes are appropriately
modified. If minimum energy ratings or efficiencies are specified, equipment shall comply
with requirements.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Deliver pipes and tubes with factory-applied end caps. Maintain end caps through shipping,
storage and handling to prevent pipe end damage and to prevent entrance of dirt, debris, and
moisture.
B. Store plastic pipes protected from direct sunlight. Support to prevent sagging and bending.

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1.7 COORDINATION
A. Arrange for pipe spaces, chases, slots and openings in building structure during progress of
construction, to allow for fire suppression installations.
B. Coordinate installation of required supporting devices and set sleeves in poured-in-place
concrete and other structural components as they are constructed.
C. Coordinate requirements for access panels and doors for fire suppression items requiring
access that are concealed behind finished surfaces. Access panels and doors are specified in
Division 08 Section "Access Doors and Frames".

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Subject to compliance with requirements and/or as per Approved Manufacturer's List
attached separately.

2.2 PIPE, TUBE AND FITTINGS

A. Refer to individual Division 21 Piping Sections for pipe, tube and fitting materials and joining
methods.
B. Pipe Threads: ASME B1.20.1 for factory-threaded pipe and pipe fittings

2.3 JOINING MATERIALS

A. Refer to individual Division 21 Piping Sections for special joining materials not listed below.
B. Galvanized schedule 30 pipes and threaded fitting for pipe sizes up to 2" (50 mm).
C. Grooved-End, Ductile-Iron Pipe Appurtenances sizes 2-1/2" (65 mm) and above.
1. Grooved-End, Ductile-Iron Fittings: ASTM A 47/A 47M, malleable-iron castings or
ASTM A 536, ductile-iron castings with dimensions matching pipe.
2. Grooved-End, Ductile-Iron Piping Couplings: AWWA C606, for ductile-iron pipe
dimensions. Include ferrous housing sections, gasket suitable for water, and bolts and
nuts.

2.4 MECHANICAL SLEEVE SEALS

A. Description:
1. Modular sealing element unit, designed for field assembly, to fill annular space
between pipe and sleeve.
2. Sealing Elements:
a. Fire rated UL Listed sealant. The sealant shall completely fill the space around
the pipe sleeve and all the way at both ends of the sleeve.
3. Pressure Plates:
a. Carbon steel or stainless steel subject to engineer direction. Include two for each
sealant element.
4. Connecting Bolts and Nuts:
a. Stainless steel of length required to secure pressure plates to sealing elements.
Include on for each sealing element.

2.5 SLEEVES
A. Galvanized Steel Sheet: 0.0239 inch (0.6 mm) minimum thickness; round tube closed with
welded longitudinal joint.
B. Steel Pipe: ASTM A 53, Type E, Grade B, Schedule 40, galvanized, plain ends.
C. Cast Iron: Cast or fabricated "wall pipe" equivalent to ductile-iron pressure pipe, with plain
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D. Stack Sleeve Fittings: Manufactured, cast-iron sleeve with integral clamping flange. Include
clamping ring and bolts and nuts for membrane flashing.

2.6 ESCUTCHEONS
A. Description: Manufactured wall and ceiling escutcheons and floor plates, with an ID to
closely fit around pipe, tube, and insulation of insulated piping and an OD that completely
covers opening.
B. Once-Piece, Stamped Steel Type: With set screw or spring clips and chrome plated finish.
C. Split Plate, Stamped-Steel Type: With concealed hinge, set screw or spring clips and chrome
plated finish.
D. One Piece, Floor Plate Type: Cast iron floor plate.

2.7 PIPE HANGERS

A. The components of hanger assembly that directly attach to the pipe or the structure shall be
UL Listed and FM Approved.
B. All hangers shall be made of steel. Hangers shall be galvanized and UL/FM approved. The
spacing of the hanger supports shall be complying with NFPA requirements
C. Piping shall be hung with hangers and supports independent of any other hangers, supports
system or devices. Non-related materials may not be suspended from or attached to standpipe
piping or components
D. Powder driven or anchor shall not be used. Do not mix piping materials and hangers of
dissimilar metals.

2.8 GROUT
A. Description: ASTM C 1107, Grade B, Non-shrink and non-metallic, dry hydraulic-cement
grout.
1. Characteristics: Post-hardening, volume adjusting, non-staining, non-corrosive, non-
gaseous, and recommended for interior and exterior applications.
2. Design Mix: 5000-psi (34.5 MPA), 28-day compressive strength.
3. Packaging: Premixed and factory packaged.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PIPING SYSTEMS COMMON REQUIREMENTS

A. Install piping according to the following requirements and Division 21 Sections specifying
piping systems.
B. Drawing plans, schematics and diagrams indicate general location and arrangement of piping
systems. Indicated locations and arrangements were used to size pipe and calculate friction
loss, expansion, pump sizing and other design considerations. Install piping as indicated
unless deviations to layout are approved on coordination drawings.
C. Install piping in concealed locations, unless otherwise indicated and except in equipment
rooms and service area.
D. Install piping indicated to be exposed and piping in equipment rooms and service areas at
right angles or parallel to building walls. Diagonal runs are prohibited unless specifically
indicated otherwise.
E. Install piping above accessible ceilings to allow sufficient space for ceiling panel removal.
F. Install piping to permit valve servicing.
G. Install piping at indicated slopes
H. Install piping free of sags and bends
I. Install fittings for changes in direction and branch connections
J. Select system components with pressure rating equal to or greater than system operating
pressure.
K. Install escutcheons for penetrations of walls, ceiling and floors according to the following:
1. New Piping:
a. Piping with fitting or sleeve protruding from wall: One piece, deep pattern type.
b. Chrome Plated Piping: One-piece, cast brass type with polished chrome plated
finish
c. Bare Piping at Wall and Floor Penetrations in Finished Spaces: One-piece
stamped steel type
d. Bare Piping at ceiling Penetrations in Finished Spaces: One piece, stamped steel
type or split plate, stamped steel type with concealed hinge and set screw.
e. Bare Piping in Unfinished Service Spaces: One-piece, stamped steel type with
concealed or exposed rivet hinge and set screw or spring clips.
f. Bare Piping in Equipment Rooms: One-piece, stamped steel type with set screw
or spring clips.
g. Bare Piping at Floor Penetrations in Equipment Rooms: One piece floor plate
type.
2. Install sleeves for pipes passing through concrete and masonry walls and concrete floor
and roof slabs.
3. Install sleeves for pipes passing through concrete and masonry walls, gypsum board
partitions and concrete floor and roof slabs.
a. Cut sleeves to length for mounting flush with both surfaces.

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b. Exception: Extend sleeves installed in floors of mechanical equipment areas pr

other wet areas 2 inches (50 mm) above finished floor level. Extend cast-iron
sleeve fittings below floor slab as required to secure clamping ring if ring is
specified.
c. Install sleeves in new walls and slabs as new walls and slabs are constructed.
d. Install sleeves that are large enough to provide ¼ inch (6.4 mm) annular clear
space between sleeve and pipe or insulation. Use the following sleeve materials:
e. Steel Pipe Sleeves: For pipes smaller than NPS 6 (DN 150)
f. Steel Sheet Sleeves: For pipes NPS 6 (DN 150) and larger, penetrating gypsum
board partitions.
g. Stack Sleeve Fittings: For pipes penetrating floors with membrane
waterproofing. Secure flashing between clamping flanges. Install section of cast-
iron soil pipe to extend sleeve to 2 inches (50 mm) above finished floor level.
Refer to Division 07 Section "Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim" for flashing.
h. Seal space outside of sleeve fittings with grout.
i. Except for underground wall penetrations, seal annular space between sleeve and
pipe or pipe insulation, using joint sealants appropriate for size, depth and
location of joint. Refer to Division 07 Section "Joint Sealants" for materials and
installation.
4. Aboveground, Exterior Wall Pipe Penetrations: Seal penetrations using sleeves and
mechanical sleeve seals. Select sleeve size to allow for 1 inch (25 mm) annular clear
space between pipe and sleeve for installing mechanical sleeve seals.
a. Install steel pipe for sleeves smaller than 6 inches (150 mm) in diameter.
b. Install cast iron "wall pipes" for sleeves 6 inches (150 mm) and larger in
diameter.
c. Mechanical Sleeve Seal Installation: Select type and number of sealing elements
required for pipe material and size. Position pipe in center of sleeve. Assemble
mechanical sleeve seals and install in annular space between pipe and sleeve.
Tighten bolts against pressure plates that cause sealing elements to expand and
make watertight seal.
5. Underground, Exterior Wall Pipe Penetrations: Install cast-iron "wall pipes" for
sleeves. Seal pipe penetrations using mechanical sleeve seals. Select sleeve size to
allow for 1 inch (25 mm) annular clear space between pipe and sleeve for installing
mechanical sleeve seals.
a. Mechanical Sleeve Seal Installation: Select type and number of sealing elements
required for pipe material and size. Position pipe in center of sleeve. Assemble
mechanical sleeve seals and install in annular space between pipe and sleeve.
Tighten bolts against pressure plates that cause sealing elements to expand and
make watertight seal.
6. Fire-Barrier Penetration: Maintain indicated fire rating of walls, partitions, ceilings and
floors at pipe penetrations. Seal pipe penetrations with fire stop materials. Refer to
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7. Verify final equipment locations for roughing-in.

8. Refer to equipment specifications in other Sections of these Specifications for
roughing-in requirements.

3.2 PIPING JOINT CONSTRUCTION

A. Join pipe and fittings according to the following requirements and Division 21 Sections
specifying piping systems.
B. Threaded Joints: Thread pipe with tapered pipe threads according to ASME B1.20.1. Cut
threads full and clean using sharp dies. Ream threaded pipe ends to remove burrs and restore
full ID. Join pipe fittings and valves as follows:
1. Apply appropriate tape or thread compound to external pipe threads unless dry seal
threading is specified.
2. Damaged Threads. Do not use pipe sections that have cracked or open welds.

3.3 PAINTING
A. Painting of fire-suppression systems, equipment and components is specified in Division 09
Section "Interior Painting" and "Exterior Painting".
B. Damage and Touch up: Repair marred and damaged factory-painted finishes with materials
and procedures to match original factory finish.

3.4 CONCRETE BASES

A. Concrete Bases: Anchor equipment to concrete base according to equipment manufacturer's
written instructions and according to seismic codes at project.
1. Construct concrete bases of dimensions indicated, but not less than 4 inches (100 mm)
larger in both directions that supported unit.
2. Install dowel rods to connect concrete bases to concrete floor. Unless otherwise
indicated, install dowel rods on 18 inch (450 mm) centers around the full perimeter of
the base.
3. Install epoxy coated anchor bolts for supported equipment that extend through concrete
base and anchor into structural concrete floor.
4. Place and secure anchorage devices. Use supported equipment manufacturer's setting
drawings, templates, diagrams, instructions, and directions furnished with items to be
embedded.
5. Install anchor bolts to elevations required for proper attachments to supported
equipment.
6. Install anchor bolts according to anchor-bolt manufacturer's written instructions.
7. Use 3000 psi (20.7 MPa). 28-day compressive strength concrete and reinforcement as
specified in Division 03 Section "Cast-in Place Concrete or Miscellaneous Cast-in
Place Concrete".

3.5 ERECTION OF METAL SUPPORTS AND ANCHORAGES

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B. Cut fit, and place miscellaneous metal supports accurately in location, alignment, and
elevation to support and anchor fire-suppression materials and equipment.
C. Field Welding: Comply with AWS D1.1.

3.6 ERECTION OF WOOD SUPPORTS AND ANCHORAGES

A. Cut fit, and place wood grounds, nailers, blocking and anchorages to support and anchor fire
suppression materials and equipment.
B. Select fastener sizes that will not penetrate members if opposite side will be exposed to view
or will receive finish materials. Tighten connections between members. Install fasteners
without splitting wood members.
C. Attach to substrates as required to support applied loads.

3.7 GROUTING
A. Mix and install grout for fire-suppression equipment base bearing surfaces, pump and other
equipment base plates and anchors.
B. Clean surfaces that will come into contact with grout.
C. Provide forms as required for placement of grout.
D. Avoid air entrapment during placement of grout.
E. Place grout, completely filling equipment bases.
F. Place grout on concrete bases and provide smooth bearing surface for equipment.
G. Place grout around anchors.
H. Cure placed grout.

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SECTION 21 05 48_VIBRATION CONTROLS FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION PIPING AND

EQUIPMENT

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and the following sections of the specification:
1. Section 104400 Fire Protection Specialties
2. Section 210500 Common Work Results for Fire Suppression
3. Section 211200 Fire Suppression Standpipes
4. Section 211313 Wet Pipe Fire Suppression Sprinklers
5. Section 211339 Foam Water Sprinklers
6. Section 212200 Clean Agent Extinguishing Systems
7. Section 213113 Electric Drive Centrifugal Fire Pumps
8. Section 213116 Diesel Drive Centrifugal Fire Pumps
9. Section 213400 Pressure Maintenance Pumps
10. Section 283112

1.2 SUMMARY
A. This Section includes the following:
1. Isolation pads
2. Isolation mounts
3. Restrained elastomeric isolation mounts
4. Restraining braces

1.3 DEFINITIONS
A. UBC: Uniform Building Code
B. ICC-ES: ICC-Evaluation Service

1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For the following
1. Include rated load, rated deflection and overload capacity for each vibration isolation
device.
2. Illustrate and indicate style, material, strength, fastening provision and finish for each
type and size of component used.
3. Annotate to indicate application of each product submitted and compliance with
requirements.
B. Delegate Design Submittal: For vibration isolation details indicated to comply with
performance requirements and design criteria, including analysis data signed and sealed by
the qualified professional engineer responsible for their preparation.

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C. Design Calculations: Calculate static and dynamic loading due to equipment weight and
operation required to select vibration isolators, and for designing vibration isolation bases.
D. Welding Certificates
E. Qualification Data: For installer vender and testing agency
F. Submit clause by clause specification compliance statement to indicate all specified
parameters are met.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Testing Agency Qualifications: An independent agency, with the experience and capability to
conduct the testing indicated, that is a nationally recognized testing laboratory (NRTL) as
defined by OSHA in 29 CFR 1910.7 and that is acceptable to Authorities Having
Jurisdiction.
B. Welding: Quality procedures and personnel according to AWS D1.1/D1/1M, "Structural
Welding Code Steel".

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PART 2 - PRODUCT

2.1 VIBRATION ISOLATORS

A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements and/or as per Approved
Manufacturer's List attached separately.
B. Pads arranged in single or multiple layers of sufficient stiffness for uniform loading over pad
area, molded with a non slip pattern and galvanized steel base plates, and factory cut to sizes
that match requirements of supported equipment.
C. Resilient material: Oil and water resistant neoprene or rubber.
D. Channel Support System: MFMA-3, shop or field fabricated support assembly made of slotted
steel channels with accessories for attachment to braced components at one end to building
structure at the other end and other matching components and with corrosion resistant coating
and rated in tension, compression, and torsion forces.
E. Hanger Rod Stiffener: Steel tube or steel slotted support system sleeve with internally bolted
connection to hanger rod.
F. Bushings for Floor Mounted Equipment Anchor Bolts: Neoprene bushings designed for rigid
equipment mountings and matched to type and size anchor bolts and studs.
G. Bushing Assemblies for Wall Mounted Equipment Anchorage: Assemblies of neoprene
elements and steel sleeves designed for rigid equipment mountings and matched to type and
size of attachment devices used.
H. Resilient Isolation Washers and Bushings: One-piece, molded, oil and water resistant
neoprene with a flat washer face.
I. Mechanical Anchor Bolts: Drilled in and stud wedge of female wedge type in zinc coated
steel for interior applications and stainless steel for exterior applications. Select anchor bolts
with strength required for anchor and as tested according to ASTM E 488. Minimum length of
8 times diameter.
J. Adhesive Anchor Bolts: Drilled in and capsule anchor system containing polyvinyl or
urethane, methacrylate-based resin and accelerator or injected polymer or hybrid mortar
adhesive. Provide anchor bolts and hardware with zinc-coated steel for interior applications
and stainless steel for exterior applications. Select anchor bolts with strength required for
anchor and as tested according to ASTM E 488.

2.2 FACTORY FINISHES

A. Finish: Manufacturer's standard prime coat finish ready for field painting.
B. Finish: Manufacturer's standard paint applied to factory assembled and tested equipment
before shipping.
C. Powder coating on springs and housings
D. All hardware shall be galvanized. Hot dipped galvanize metal components for exterior use.
E. Baked enamel or powder coat for metal components on isolators for internal use.
F. Color code or otherwise mark vibration isolation and seismic control devices to indicate
capacity range.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine areas and equipment to receive vibration isolation and seismic control devices for
compliance with requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting
performance.
B. Examine roughing in of reinforcement and cast-in place anchors to verify actual locations
before installation.
C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.2 APPLICATIONS
A. Multiple Pipe Supports: Secure pipes to trapeze member with clamps approved for
application.
B. Hanger Rod Stiffeners: Install hanger rod stiffeners where indicated or scheduled on drawings
to receive them and where required to prevent buckling of hanger rods.
C. Strength of Support and Assemblies: Where not indicated, select sizes of components so
strength will be adequate to carry present and future static loads within specified loading
limits.

3.3 VIBRATION CONTROL DEVICE INSTALLATION

A. Equipment Restraints:
1. Install resilient bolt isolation washers on equipment anchor bolts where clearance
between anchor and adjacent surface exceeds 0.125 inch (3.2 mm).
B. Piping Restraints:
1. Comply with requirements in MSS SP-127 and NFPA 13
2. Space lateral supports a maximum of 40 feet (12m) o.c and longitudinal supports a
maximum of 80 feet (24 m) o.c.
3. Brace a change of direction longer than 12 feet (3.7 m)
C. Install cables so they do not bend across edges of adjacent equipment or building structure.
D. Install bushing assemblies for anchor bolts for floor-mounted equipment, arranged to provide
resilient media between anchor bolts and mounting hole in concrete base.
E. Install bushing assemblies for mounting bolts for wall mounted equipment, arranged to
provide resilient media where equipment or equipment mounting channels are attached to
wall.
F. Attachment to Structure: If specified attachment is not indicated, anchor bracing to structure
at flanges of beams, at upper truss chords of bar joist, or at concrete members.
G. Drilled Anchors:
1. Identify position of reinforcing steel and other embedded items prior to drilling holes
for anchors. Do not damage existing reinforcing or embedded items during coring or
drilling. Notify the Structural engineer if reinforcing steel or other embedded items are
encountered during drilling. Located and avoid pre-stressed tendons, electrical and
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2. Do not drill holes in concrete or masonry until concrete, mortar, or grout has achieved
full design strength.
3. Wedge Anchors: Protect threads from damage during anchor installation. Heavy duty
sleeve anchors shall be installed with sleeve fully engaged in the structural element to
which anchor is to be fastened.
4. Adhesive Anchors: Clean holes to remove loose material and drilling dust prior to
installation of adhesive. Place adhesive in holes proceeding from the bottom of the
hole and progressing toward the surface in such a manner as to avoid introduction of
air pockets in the adhesive.
5. Ste anchors to manufacturer's recommended torque, using torque wrench.
6. Install zinc-coated steel anchors for interior and stainless steel anchors for exterior
applications.

3.4 FIRE SUPPRESSION VIBRATION CONTROL SCHEDULE

A. Supported or Suspended Equipment:
1. Equipment Location: Fire Pump Room
2. Thickness: 25 mm thick
3. Number of Pads: Shall be as recommended by equipment supplier

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SECTION 21 12 00_FIRE SUPPRESSION STANDPIPES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and the following sections of the specification:
1. Section 104400 Fire Protection Specialties
2. Section 210500 Common Work Results for Fire Suppression
3. Section 210548 Vibration Controls for Fire Suppression Piping and Equipment
4. Section 211313 Wet Pipe Fire Suppression Sprinklers
5. Section 211339 Foam Water Sprinklers
6. Section 212200 Clean Agent Extinguishing Systems
7. Section 213113 Electric Drive Centrifugal Fire Pumps
8. Section 213116 Diesel Drive Centrifugal Fire Pumps
9. Section 213400 Pressure Maintenance Pumps
10. Section 283112 -

1.2 SUMMARY
A. This section in conjunction with the contract documents and drawings indicated the design,
materials, equipment, installation, inspection and testing and operations requirement of the
fire protection systems.
B. Requirements are included but not to limited to
1. Pipes, fittings and specialties
2. Fire protection valves
3. Hose connections
4. Hose stations
5. Monitors
6. Fire department connections
7. Alarm Devices
8. Manual control stations
9. Control panels
10. Pressure gages

1.3 DEFINITIONS
A. High-Pressure Standpipe Piping: Fire suppression standpipe piping designed to operate at
working pressure higher than standard 175 psig (1200 KPa).
B. Standard-Pressure Standpipe Piping: Fire Suppression standpipe piping designed to operate at
working pressure 175 psig (1200 KPa) maximum.

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1.4 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

A. General: The design of fire protection system shall be complete with all necessary equipment,
materials and accessories for proper operation. System design and installation shall reflect
high quality professional work that properly account for practical maintenance concerns and
aesthetic concerns, as well as meets the design requirement of NFPA and the Authority
Having Jurisdiction. Deviation from the standard including inefficient designs, unnecessary
materials and special system modification to meet criteria shall be avoided.
B. Standpipe, where shown on the drawings shall be installed as Class I, Class II and Class III
system per NFPA 14. Hydraulic calculations are required for all wet standpipes serving two or
more hose stations.
C. Automatic Wet-Type, Class I Standpipe System: Include NPS 2-1/2 (DN 65) hose
connections.
D. Automatic Wet-type Class II Standpipe System: Includes NPS 1-1/2 (DN 40) hose station.
E. Automatic Wet-type Class III Standpipe System: Include NPS 2-1/2 (DN 65) hose connection
and NPS 1-1/2 (DN 40) hose station.
F. Has open water supply valve with pressure maintained and is capable of supplying water
demand.
G. Provide the entire standpipe systems as required by local or state agencies, or by Owner's
insurance company. The entire system shall be hydraulically designed unless otherwise noted.
H. Additional fire protection required by Authority having Jurisdiction or fire code requirement
for the building not mentioned or referred in these specification shall be foreseen and
provided by the fire protection specialist contractor without any additional cost to the Owner.

1.5 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Standard Pressure, Fire Suppression Standpipe System Component: Listed for 175 psig (1200
KPa) minimum working pressure.
B. High Pressure, Fire Suppression Standpipe System Component: Listed for 300 psi (2070 Kpa)
working pressure as per system requirement.
C. Delegated Design: Design fire-suppression standpipes, including comprehensive engineering
analysis by a qualified professional engineer, using performance requirements and design
criteria as per NFPA requirements
D. Fire suppression standpipe design shall be approved by Authorities Having Jurisdiction.
1. Minimum residual pressure at each hose connection outlet is as follows:
a. NPS 1-1/2 (DN 40) Hose Connections: 65 psig (450 KPa)
b. NPS 2-1/2 (DN 65) Hose Connections: 100 psig (690 Kpa)
2. Maximum residual pressure at required flow at each hose connection outlet is as
follows unless otherwise indicated:
a. NPS 1-1/2 (DN 40) Hose Connections: 100 psig (690 KPa)
b. NPS 2-1/2 (DN 65) Hose Connections: 175 psig (1200 Kpa)

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1.6 SUBMITTALS
A. After award of contract and prior to fabrication, Fire protection system contractor shall submit
to the engineer for approval, complete design submittals. Design submittal package shall
include:
1. Product Data: For each type of product indicated. Include rated capacities, operating
characteristics, electrical characteristics and furnished specialties and accessories.
2. Standpipe and Hose system cabinets, include size, type and finish; hose connection;
type and length or fire hoses; finish of fire hose coupling; type, material and finish of
nozzle and finish of hose reel/hose rack.
3. Shop Drawings: For fire suppression standpipes. Include places, elevations, sections,
details and attachments to other work.
4. Wiring diagrams: For power, signal and control wiring.
5. Details of anchorage and attachments to structure and to supported equipment.
6. Delegated Design Submittal: Fore standpipe systems indicated to comply with
performance requirements and design criteria, including analysis data signed and
sealed by the qualified professional engineer responsible for their preparation.
7. Coordination Drawings: Fire Suppression Standpipes, drawn to scale on which items
are shown and coordinated with each other using inputs from installer of the items
involved:
a. Domestic Water Piping
b. Drainage Piping
c. Compressed Air Piping
d. HVAC Ducts and Piping
e. Sprinkler System Piping
f. Electrical Wirings
8. Qualification Data: For qualified installer and professional engineer
9. Approved Standpipe Drawings: Working plans, prepared according to NFPA 14, that
have been approved by Authorities Having Jurisdiction, including hydraulic
calculations if applicable.
10. Welding certificates
11. Fire hydrant flow test report
12. Field Test Reports and Certificates: Indicate and interpret test results for compliance
with performance requirements and as described in NFPA 14. Include "Contractor's
Material and Test Certificate for Aboveground Piping" and "Contractor's Material and
Test Certificate for Underground Piping".
13. Field quality control reports.
14. Operation and Maintenance data: For fire suppression standpipes specialties to include
operation and maintenance manual fully describing schedules, replacement parts, and
other operation requirements.
15. As-Built Drawings:

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a. Upon completion of the installation, the contractor shall revise all Fire protection
design files, calculations, manuals, operating instructions to agree with
construction as actually accomplished. The notation "As-Built" shall be entered
in the revision block, dated and initiated.
b. As-Built submittals shall be submitted prior to the final acceptance testing. This
delivery shall include both electronic and hard copy.
16. Submit clause by clause specification compliance statement to indicate all specified
parameters are met.

1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Installer Qualifications:
B. Installer's responsibilities include designing, fabricating, and installing fire suppression
standpipes and providing professional engineering services needed to assume engineering
responsibility. Base calculations on results of fire hydrant flow test.
C. Engineering Responsibility: Preparation of working plans, calculations, and field test reports
by a qualified professional engineer. Obtain design and installation approval from Authority
having Jurisdiction.
D. Specialist Subcontractor shall arrange inspection by the Local Civil Defense Authority and to
obtain approval after installation.
E. Welding Qualifications: Qualify procedures and operators according to ASME Boiler and
Pressure Vessel Code.
F. Electrical Components, Devices and Accessories: Listed and labelled as defined in NFPA 70
by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.
G. NFPA Standards: Fire suppression standpipe equipment, specialties, accessories, installation
and testing shall comply with NFPA 14. "Installation of Standpipe and Hose System".
H. Use only those products specifically listed and approved for fire protection services by UL,
Underwriters Laboratories Inc., FM-Factory Mutual Testing Laboratories, BSI, Kite Mark,
LPCB or other approved agencies of international repute, where stipulated.
I. Conform to the requirements of the following:
1. Local Civil Defense or Authority Having Jurisdiction
2. NFPA National Fire Protection Association
3. BS-EN British Standard Specification
4. Local Authority, International Electro Technical Commission, IEC, IEE Standards in
the selection and installation of electrical components and systems.

1.8 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Interruption of existing fire suppression standpipe service: Do not interrupt fire suppression
standpipe service to facilities occupied by Owner or others unless permitted under the
following conditions and then only after arranging to provide temporary fire suppression
standpipe service according to requirements indicated:
1. Notify Architect, Construction manager, & Owner no fewer than two (2) days in
advance of proposed interruption of fire suppression standpipe service.

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2. Do not precede with interruption of fire suppression standpipe service without

Architect's Construction Manager's, Owner's written permission.

1.9 EXTRA MATERIALS

A. Provide Fire Blankets in Kitchens where indicated in the drawings. It should have BS KITE
mark and should be LPCB approved. Fire blanket shall be manufactured from 430 gm/sq.m
glass fiber material which shall withstand temperature up to 550 deg. C. The size shall be 4
feet x 4 feet x 6 feet.

1.10 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

A. Prior to final acceptance, the installing fire fighting specialist contractor shall provide
operational training to each shift of the owner's personnel. Each training session shall include
system operation, manual and functions, trouble procedures, supervisory procedures, auxiliary
functions and emergency procedures.

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

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS, GENERAL

A. Materials and equipment used in the installation of Fire Suppression Standpipe System shall
be new and listed by UL Fire Protection Equipment Directory or FM Approved Guide, latest
edition. The standard products and the latest design of the manufacturer shall be used and
installed per their listing, approval or manufacturer recommendations.
B. Where two or more units of the same class of equipment are required, these units shall be of
the same manufacturer (e.g. couplings shall be from one manufacturer). All materials shall be
installed per their listing or approval and per the manufacturer's recommendation and
specification.
C. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements and/or as per Approved
Manufacturer's List attached separately.

2.2 PIPING MATERIALS

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

2.3 STEEL PIPE AND FITTINGS

A. All pipes shall be galvanized steel ERW to ASTM A-53, Sch. 40 Grade B.
B. Fire fighting specialty fittings shall be UL Listed and FM approved with 300 psi (2070 KPa)
minimum working pressure rating, and made of material compatible with piping. Specialty
fittings shall have 300 psi (2070 KPa) or depending on system pressure requirements.
C. Threaded fittings: Fittings for 50 mm diameter and below shall be 300 psi (2070 KPa) ductile
iron threaded type. All fittings shall be UL/Fm approved.
D. Fittings 65 mm diameter and above shall be mechanical grooved type. Grooved fittings shall
be UL/FM approved. Use 300 psi (2070 KPa) rated fittings as per system pressure.
E. When pipes are assembled by screwed fittings or by "cut grooved" groove, the minimum
thickness for pressure up to 2070 Kpa.
F. All piping and fittings shall be painted for fire protection red as per NFPA requirement.
G. All painting of standpipe system shall be complete and as specified under painting section.
H. Grooved-Joint, Steel Pipe Appurtenances:
1. Pressure rating: 300 psi (2070 KPa) minimum depending on system requirements.
2. Galvanized and uncoated, Grooved-End Fittings for Steel Piping: ASTM A 47/A 47M,
malleable-iron casting or ASTM A 536, ductile iron casting; with dimensions matching
steel pipe.
3. Grooved End Pipe Couplings for Steel Piping: AWA C606 and UL 213, rigid pattern,
unless otherwise indicated for steel pipe dimensions. Include ferrous housing sections,
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2.4 PIPING JOINING MATERIALS

A. Pipe flange gasket materials: AWWA C110, rubber, flat face. 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) thick or
ASME B16.21, non-metallic and asbestos free
B. Class 125, Cast-Iron Flanges and Class 150, Bronze Flat-Face Flanges: Full face gaskets
C. Class 250, Cast-Iron Flanges and Class 300, Steel Raised-Face Flanges: Ring-type gaskets.
D. Metal, Pipe Flange Bolts and Nuts: ASME B18.2.1, carbon steel unless otherwise indicated.
E. Brazing Filler Metals: AWS A5.8/A5.8M, BCup Series, copper-phosphorous alloys for
general duty brazing unless otherwise indicated.
F. Welding Filler Metals: Comply with AWS D10.12M/D10.12 welding materials appropriate
for wall thickness and chemical analysis of steel pipe being welded.

2.5 PAINTING
A. All painting and fittings for fire protection shall be painted red per NFPA requirements.
B. All painting for fire suppression standpipe system shall be completed as specified under
painting section.

2.6 PIPE HANGERS

A. The components of hanger assembly that directly attached to the pipe or the structure shall be
UL Listed and FM approved.
B. All hangers shall be made of steel. Hangers shall be galvanized and UL/FM approved. The
spacing of the hanger supports shall be complying with NFPA requirements.
C. Piping shall be hung with hangers and supports independent of any other hangers, support
systems, or devices. Non related materials may not be suspended from or attached to sprinkler
piping components.
D. Power driven supports or anchor shall not be used. Do not mix piping material and hanger
material of dissimilar metals.

2.7 LISTED FIRE PROTECTION VALVES

A. General Requirements:
1. Valves shall be UL Listed and FM Approved
2. Minimum Pressure rating for Standard-Pressure Piping: 175 psi (1200 Kpa)
3. Minimum Pressure Rating for High-Pressure Piping: 300 psi (2070 KPa).
4. Valves controlling water flow in fire protection piping shall be OS&Y Outside Screw
and Yoke Type, except as noted.
5. All fire protection valves (Gate valves, Check Valves and Butterfly Valves) shall be
from one source.
B. Ball valves:
1. Standard: UL 1091 except with ball instead of disc.
2. Valves NPS 1-1/2 (DN 40) and Smaller: Bronze body with threaded ends
3. Valves NPS 2 and NPS 2-1/2 (DN 50 and DN 65): Bronze body threaded ends or
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4. Valves NPS 3 (DN 80): Ductile iron body with grooved ends.
C. Bronze Butterfly valves:
1. Standard: UL 1091
2. Pressure rating: 300 psi (2070 KPa)
3. Body Material: Bronze
4. End Connection: Threaded
D. Iron Butterfly Valves:
1. Standard: UL 1091
2. Pressure rating: 300 psi (2070 KPa)
3. Body Material: Ductile iron coated with nylon 11
4. Style: Wafer or Grooved type with Tamper Switch
5. End Connection: Grooved
E. Check Valves
1. Standard: UL 312
2. Pressure rating: 300 psig (2070 KPa)
3. Type: Swing check
4. Body Material: Cast Iron
5. End Connections: Flanged or grooved
F. Bronze OS&Y gate valves:
1. Standard: UL 262
2. Pressure rating: 300 psi (2070 KPa)
3. Body Material: Bronze
4. End Connection: Threaded
G. Iron OS&Y gate valves:
1. Standard: UL 262
2. Pressure rating: 300 psi (2070 KPa)
3. Body material: Cast or ductile iron
4. End Connections: Threaded
H. Indicating-Type Butterfly valves:
1. Standard: UL 1091
2. Pressure Rating: 300 psi (2070 Kpa)
3. Valves NPS 2 (DN 50) and smaller:
a. Valve Type: Ball or Butterfly
b. Body Material: Bronze
c. End Connections: Threaded
I. Valves NPS 2-1/2 (DN 65) and larger:
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2. Body Material: Cast or Ductile Iron

3. End Connections: Flanged, grooved or wafer
J. Valve Operation: Integral electrical, 115-V ac, pre-wired, single circuit, supervisory switch,
supervisory switch indicating device.
K. NRS Gate Valves:
1. Standard: UL 262.B
2. Pressure rating: 300 psi (2070 Kpa)
3. Body Material: Cast iron indicator post flange
4. Stem: Non-rising
5. End Connections: Flanged or grooved
L. Indicator Posts:
1. Standard: UL 789
2. Type: Horizontal for wall mounting
3. Body Material: Cast Iron with extension rod and locking device
4. Operation: Wrench
M. Y-Type Strainer
1. Pressure rating: 300 psi (2070 Kpa)
2. Body Material: Ductile Iron ASTM A-536 grade 65-45-12
3. Type: 304 Stainless Steel cylindrical removable baskets
4. 2-3" Strainer: 1/16" perforations and 41% open area
5. 4"-12" Strainer: 40% open area
N. Suction Diffuser
1. Pressure rating: 300 psi (2070 Kpa)
2. Body Material: Ductile iron body AST< A-395 grade 65-45-15 body with base support
3. Diffuser: 304 Stainless steel with 5/32" dia. holes for 3"-12"
4. Removal start up pre-filter: 20 mesh 304 Stainless steel screen
5. Access coupling: Flange ANSI Class 150 Standard
6. End Connection: Grooved
O. Riser Check Valves
1. Pressure Rating: 300 psi (2070 Kpa)
2. Body Material: Black Enamel painted ductile iron body to ASTM A536 grade 65-45-12
4"-8"
3. Disc: Grade E EPDM encapsulated Ductile iron disc.
4. Spring and Shaft: Stainless Steel
5. End Connection: Grooved
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7. Ancillaries: Drilled, tapped and plugged stream for 2" drainage outlet and ½" pressure
taps both upstream and downstream of disc.
P. Building Expansion Joints: Flexible couplings shall be used to accommodate any movement
in the pipe due to building expansion or contraction. A proper study and calculation needs to
be provided by the manufacturer.

2.8 TRIM AND DRAIN VALVES

A. General Requirements:
1. Standard: UL's "Fire Protection Equipment Directory" listing or "Approval Guide"
published by FM Global, listing.
2. Pressure rating: 300 psi (2070 Kpa)

2.9 SPECIALTY VALVES

A. General Requirements:
1. Standard: UL's "Fire Protection Equipment Directory" listing or "Approval Guide"
published by FM Global. Listing.
2. Pressure Rating:
a. Standard Pressure Piping Specialty Valves: 175 psi (1200 KPa) minimum
b. High Pressure Piping Specialty Valves: 300 psi (2070 Kpa)
c. Body Material: Cast or ductile iron
d. Size: Same as connected piping
e. End Connections: Flanged or grooved
B. Alarm valves
1. Manufacturers: Refer to "Approved Manufacturer's List"
2. Standard: UL 193
3. Design: For horizontal or vertical installation
4. Include trim sets for bypass, drain, electrical sprinkler alarm switch, pressure gages,
retarding chamber, and fill line attachment with strainer.
5. Drip Cup Assembly: Pipe drain without valves and separate from main drain piping
6. Drip Cup Assembly: Pipe drain with check valve to main drain piping
C. Pressure Reducing Valves
1. Body Materials: Cast iron and/or Cast Steel
2. Pressure rating: 300 psi (2070 Kpa)
3. Disc Seat/main Disc Piston: Stainless Steel

2.10 HOSE CONNECTIONS

A. Adjustable-Valve Hose Connections
1. Standard: UL 668 hose valve, with integral UL 1468 reducing or restricting pressure
control device for connecting fire hose.
2. Pressure rating: 300 psi (2070 Kpa)

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3. Material: Brass or bronze

4. Size: NPS 1-1/2 or NPS 2-1/2 (DN 40 or DN 65) as indicated
5. Inlet: Female pipe threads
6. Outlet: Male hose threads with lugged cap, gasket and chain. Include hose valve
threads according to NFPA 1963 and matching local fire department threads.
7. Pressure Control Device Type: Pressure reducing.
8. Design Outlet Pressure Setting: 65 psi (450 KPa) for NPS 1-1/2 and 100 psi (690 Kpa)
for NPS 2-1/2
9. Finish: Polished chrome plated/Rough brass or bronze/rough chrome plated.
B. Non-adjustable Valve Hose Connections
1. Standard: UL 668 hose valve for connecting fire hose
2. Pressure rating: 300 psi (2070 Kpa)
3. material: Brass or bronze
4. Size NPS 1-1/2 or NPS 2-1/2 (DN 40 or DN 65), as indicated
5. Inlet: Female pipe threads
6. Outlet: Male hose threads with lugged cap, gasket and chain. Include hose valve
threads according to NFPA 1963 and matching local fire department threads.
7. Finish: Polished chrome plated/Rough brass or bronze/Rough chrome plated.

2.11 NPS 1-1/2 (DN 40) RACK TYPE HOSE STATIONS

A. Hose Rack
1. Standard: UL 47
2. material: Steel with red enamel
3. Type: Swivel type with water retention device
4. Operation: Semi-automatic
5. Size: Size to hold fire hose
6. Ancillaries: Escutcheon, Rack Nipple, Hose coupling and Hose pins
B. Hose Valve
1. Standard: UL 668 NPS 1-1/2 (DN 40) for connecting fire hose
2. Type: Adjustable
3. Pressure Control Device: Pressure reducing
4. Design Outlet Pressure Setting: 65 psi
5. Hose Valve and trim Finish: Polished chrome plated
6. Pressure rating: 300 psi (2070 Kpa) minimum
7. Pattern: Angle
8. Material: Brass or bronze
9. Pressure Control Device: UL 1468 integral or for field installation if indicated.
10. Size: NPS 1-1/2 (DN 40)

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11. Inlet: Female pipe threads

12. Outlet: male hose threads according to NFPA 1963 and matching local fire department
threads.
C. Hose:
1. Standards: NFPA 1961 and UL 219 lined fire hose with swivel inlet, coupling, gaskets
and nozzle
2. Size: NPS 1-1/2 (DN 40)
3. Length: 100 feet (30 m)
4. Jacket: 100% polyester double jacket
a. Inner jacket: Twill weave
b. Outer jacket: Plain weave
5. Lining: synthetic rubber
6. Cover: Rubber, plastic or combination or rubber and plastic compounds
7. Nozzle: UL 401
8. Material: Polished chrome plated brass
9. Type: Spray, adjustable from shutoff to fog spray or straight stream.

2.12 NPS 1" (DN 25) REEL TYPE HOSE STATIONS

A. Hose Reel:
1. Standard: UL 47
2. Hose Reel and Bracket Material: Stainless Steel
3. Support Arm: Chrome plated and swing through 180 degrees
4. Type: Hose reel assembly. Include hose valve, wall bracket, hose reel, water retention
device , hose pins and hose
5. Operation: Automatic
6. Size to hold fire hose
7. Finish: Stainless Steel
B. Hose Valve
1. Standard: UL 668, NPS 1" (DN 25) for connecting fire hose
2. Type: Adjustable
3. Pressure Control Device: Pressure reducing
4. Design Outlet: 65 psi
5. Hose valve and trim finish: Polished chrome plated
6. Pattern: Angle
7. Material: Brass or bronze
8. Pressure Control Device: UL 1468, integral or for field installation if indicated
9. Size: NPS 1 (DN 25)
10. Inlet: Female pipe threads

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11. Outlet: Male hose threads according to NFPA 1963 and matching local fire department
threads.
C. Hose:
1. Standards: NFPA 1961 and UL 219 lined fire hose with swivel inlet, coupling gaskets
and nozzle.
2. Size: NPS 1" (DN 25)
3. Length: 100 feet (30 m)
4. Jacket: Synthetic Thread
5. Rubber: Non-kink, three ply with two synthetic rubber layers
6. Lining: Rubber compound.
7. Cover: Rubber, plastic or combination of rubber and plastic compounds.
8. Nozzle: Jet spray
a. Material: Polished chrome plated brass
b. Type: Jet Spray

2.13 FIRE HOSE

A. Size: 2-1/2"
B. Length: 100 feet (30 m)
1. Jacket: 100% polyester double jacket
2. Inner jacket: 100% virgin polyester yarn in both wrap
3. Outlet jacket: Twill weave plain weave

2.14 FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTIONS

A. Flush Type, Fire Department Connection:
1. Standard: UL 405
2. Type: Flush for wall mounting
3. Pressure Rating: 175 psi (1200 KPa) minimum
4. Body Material: Corrosion-resistant metal
5. Inlets: Brass with threads according to NFPA 1963 and matching local fire department
sizes and threads. Include extension pipe nipples, brass swivel connections, and check
devices or clappers.
6. Caps: Brass, lugged type, with gasket and chain
7. Escutcheon Plate: Rectangular, brass wall type
8. Outlet: With pipe threads
9. Body Style: Square
10. Number of Inlets: Four (4)
11. Escutcheon Plate marking: Similar to "STANDPIPE"
12. Finish: Polished chrome plated
13. Outlet Size: NPS 6 (DN 150)

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14. Inlet Size: 65 mm Male complete with blank caps and chains
15. Coupling: BS 336

2.15 AIR RELEASE VALVE

A. Body Material: Copper alloy to BS 1400
B. Size: 100 mm
C. Tested Pressure: 2415 KPa

2.16 ALARM DEVICES

A. Alarm Device types shall match piping and equipment connections
B. Water Motor Operated Alarm:
1. Standard: UL 753
2. Type: Mechanically operated with Pelton Wheel
3. Alarm Gong: Cast aluminium with red-enamel factory finish
4. Size: 8-inch (200 mm) diameter
5. Components: Shaft length, bearings and sleeve to suit wall construction
6. Inlet|: NPS ¾ (DN 20)
7. Outlet: NPS 1 (DN 25) drain collection
C. Electrically Operated Alarm Bell:
1. Standard: UL 464
2. Type: Vibrating, Metal Alarm bell
3. Size: 8-inch (200 mm) minimum diameter
4. Finish: Red-enamel factory finish, suitable for outdoor use
D. Water flow indicators
1. Standard: UL 346
2. Water Flow Detector: Electrically supervised
3. Components: Two single pole, double throw circuit switches for isolated alarm and
auxiliary contacts, 7A, 125 V ac and 0.25 V-dc, complete with factory set, field
adjustable retard chamber to prevent false signals and tamperproof cover that sends
signal if removed.
4. Type: Paddle operated
5. Pressure Rating: 300 psi (2070 KPa
6. Design Installation: Horizontal or vertical
E. Pressure Switches
1. Standard: UL 346
2. Type: Electrically supervised water-flow with retard feature
3. Components: Single pole, double throw switch with normally closed contacts
4. Design Operation: Rising pressure signals water flow.
F. Valve Supervisory Switches

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1. Standard: UL 346
2. Type: Electrically supervised
3. Components: Single-pole, double throw switch with normally closed contacts
4. Design: Signals that controlled valves is in other than fully open position
G. Indicator Post Supervisory Switches:
1. Standard: UL 346
2. Type: Electrically supervised
3. Components: Single-pole, double throw switch with normally closed contacts
4. Design: Signals that controlled indicator post valve is in other than fully open position.

2.17 PRESSURE GAUGES

A. Standard: UL 393
B. Dial Size: 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 inch (90 to 115 mm) diameter
C. Pressure Gage Range: 0 to 300 psi (2070 KPa)
D. Water System Piping gage: Include "WATER" or "AIR/WATER" label on dial face
E. Air System Piping Gage: Include retard feature and "AIR" or "AIR/WATER" label on dial
face.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 RESPONSIBILITIES
A. The Contractor is responsible for the installation of the fire protection system in accordance
with these specifications and contract drawings. The Contractor shall coordinate with
architectural, mechanical and electrical, design and construction documents, to ascertain the
required information, to affect a properly designed and installed fire suppression system for
the building construction and occupancy classification. The installation shall reflect high
quality professional work that properly accounts for practical maintenance concerns and
aesthetics.
B. The installation of the fire protection systems shall be complete with all necessary accessories
for proper operation and shall be accomplished by a specialist fire fighting contractor or
licensed company regularly engaged in this type of work and in accordance with requirements
of the National Fire Protection Association Standards (NFPA) and the Authority Having
Jurisdiction.
C. The fire protection system installation shall be coordinated with the other trades (mechanical,
electrical, architectural and structural, etc.)
D. The installation shall comply with all mandatory, advisory interpretations, and recommended
applicable rules of the latest editions of the NFPA standards and the Authority Having
Jurisdiction.

3.2 PREPARATION
A. Perform fire-hydrant flow test according to NFPA 14 and NFPA 291. Use results for system
design calculations required in "Quality Assurance" article.
B. Report test results promptly and in writing.

3.3 EXAMINATION
A. Examine roughing-in for hose connections and stations to verify actual locations of piping
connection before installation.
B. Examine walls and partitions for suitable thickness, fire and smoke rated construction,
framing for hose station cabinets and other conditions where hose connections and stations are
to be installed.
C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.4 WATER SUPPLY CONNECTIONS

A. Connect fire suppression standpipe piping to building's interior water-distribution piping.
Comply with requirements for interior piping in Division 22 Section "Domestic Water
Piping".
B. Install shutoff valve, backflow preventer, pressure gage, drain, and other accessories at
connection to water distribution piping.
C. Install shutoff valve, check valve, pressure gage, and drain at connection to water supply.

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3.5 PIPING INSTALLATION

A. Locations and Arrangements: Drawing plans, schematics, and diagrams indicate general
location and arrangement of piping. Install piping as indicated as far as practical.
B. Deviations from approved working plans for piping require written approval from Authorities
Having Jurisdiction. File written approval with Architectural before deviating from approved
working plans.
C. Piping Standard: Comply with requirements in NFPA 14 for installation of fire suppression
standpipe piping.
D. Install listed fittings to make changes in direction, branch takeoffs from mains, and reductions
in pipe sizes.
E. Install drain valves on standpipes. Extend drain piping to floor drain or outside the building.
F. Install automatic (ball drip) drain valves to drain piping between fire department connections
and check valves. Drain to floor drain or outside the building.
G. Install alarm devices in piping systems.
H. Install hangers and supports for standpipe system piping according to NFPA 14. Comply with
requirements in NFPA 13 for hanger materials.
I. Install pressure gages on riser or feed main and at top of each standpipe. Include pressure
gages with connection not less than NPS ¼ (DN 8) and with soft-metal seated globe valve,
arranged for draining pipe between gage and valve. Install gages to permit removal, and
install where they will not be subject to freezing.
J. Fill wet type standpipe system piping with water.

3.6 JOINT CONSTRUCTION

A. Install couplings, flanges, flanged fittings, unions, nipples and transition and special fittings
that have finish and pressure ratings same as or higher than systems pressure rating for
aboveground applications unless otherwise indicated.
B. Install unions adjacent to each valve in pipes NPS 2 (DN 50) and smaller.
C. Install flanges, flange adapters, or couplings for grooved-end piping on valves, apparatus, and
equipment having NPS 2-1/2 (DN 65) and larger end connections.
D. Ream ends of pipes and tubes and removes burrs. Bevel plain ends of steel pipe.
E. Remove scale, slag, dirt and debris from inside and outside of pipes, tubes, and fittings before
assembly.
F. Flanged Joints: Select appropriate gasket material in size, type, and thickness suitable for
water service. Join flanges with gasket and bolts according to ASME B31.9.
G. Threaded Joints: Thread pipe with tapered pipe threads according to ASME B1.20.1. Cut
threads full and clean using sharp dies. Ream threaded pipe ends to remove burrs and restore
full ID. Join pipe fittings and valves as follows:
1. Apply appropriate tape or thread compound to external pipe threads.
2. Damaged Threads: Do not use pipe or pipe fittings with threads that are corroded or
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H. Steel-Piping, Cut-Grooved Joints: Cut square-edge groove in end of pipe according to

AWWA C606. Assemble coupling with housing, gasket, lubricant and bolts. Join steel pipe
and grooved end fittings according to AWWA C606 for steel pipe joints.
I. Steel-Piping, Roll Grooved Joints: Roll rounded-edge groove in end of pipe according to
AWWA C606. Assemble coupling with housing, gasket, lubricant, and bolts. Join steel pipe
and grooved-end fittings according to AWWA C606 for steel pipe grooved joints.
J. Welded Joints: Construct joints according to AWS D10.12M/D10.12, using qualified
processes and welding operators according to "Quality Assurance" Article.
K. Brazed Joints: Join copper tube and fittings according to CDA's "Copper Tube handbook"
"Brazed Joints" Chapter.
L. Copper-Tubing Grooved Joints: Roll rounded-edge groove in end of tube according to
AWWA C606. Assemblies coupling with housing, gasket, lubricant and bolts. Join copper
tube and grooved-end fittings according to AWWA C606 for steel-pipe grooved joints.
M. Dissimilar-Material Piping Joints: Make joints using adapters compatible with materials of
both piping systems.

3.7 VALVE AND SPECIALTIES INSTALLATION

A. Install listed fire protection valves, trim and drain valves, specialty valves and trim, controls
and specialties according to NFPA 14 and Authorities Having Jurisdiction.
B. Install listed fire protection shutoff valves supervised open, located to control sources of water
supply except from fire department connections. Install permanent identification signs
indicating portion of system controlled by each valve.
C. Install check valve in each water supply connection. Install backflow preventers instead of
check valves in potable-water supply sources.
D. Specialty Valves:
1. General Requirements: Install in vertical position for proper direction of flow in main
supply to system.
2. Alarm Valves: Install bypass check valve and retarding chamber drain line connection.
3. Landing Valves:
a. Schematic riser diagrams, clearly indicating the identification number of each
landing valve, their elevations with respect to the pump center line and the
maximum pump discharge etc. shall be furnished to the manufacturer of pressure
reducing type valves for the purpose of calibrating these landing valves.
b. Pressure reducing type landing valves installed at site, shall be calibrated at the
factory and sealed and tagged to this effect.

3.8 AIR RELEASE VALVE

A. Provide access doors in shaft walls, where installed in inaccessible places. Provide drain pipe
to convenient location.

3.9 HOSE CONNECTION INSTALLATION

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B. Install freestanding hose connections for access and minimum passage restriction.
C. Install NPS 1-1/2 (DN 40) hose connection valves with flow restricting device.
D. Install NPS 2-1/2 (DN 65) hose connections with quick disconnect NPS 2-1/2 by NPS 1-1/2
(DN 65 by DN 40) reducer adapter and flow restricting device.
E. Install wall mounted type hose connections in cabinet. Include pipe escutcheons, with finish
matching valves, inside cabinet where water supply piping penetrates cabinet. Install valves at
angle required for connection of fire hose. Cabinet shall be as per Architect's requirements.
F. Install hose reel hose stations on wall with bracket or in cabinets.

3.10 FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTION INSTALLATION

A. Install wall type, fire department connections
B. Install automatic (ball drip) drain valve at each check valve for fire department connection.

3.11 IDENTIFICATION
A. Install labelling and pipe markers on equipment and piping according to requirements in
NFPA 14.
B. Identify system components, wiring, cabling and terminals. Comply with requirements for
identification specified in Section 206553 "Electrical Identification".

3.12 PAINTING AND LABELLING

A. The above ground steel piping system including valves, piping in finish area, miscellaneous
metal works shall be clean, pre-treated, primed and painted.
B. Coating shall only apply on clean dry surfaces using clean brushes. Surfaces shall be cleaned
to remove all dust, dirt, rust and mill scale.
C. Galvanized pipe shall be primed with proper material before painting. Application shall be as
per the manufacturer recommendation for pipe surface corrosion protection.
D. Contractor shall paint those portions of fire protection as required.
E. Standpipe system (e.g. inspector tests, drain valves) shall be labelled with all information
required by NFPA 14 Standard.
F. Labelling shall be accomplished with the use of permanently marked weatherproof metal or
rigid plastic identification signs. The signs shall be secured with corrosion-resistant wire,
chain, or other approved means. These signs shall be provided by the manufacturer,
manufacturer's representative or installer of the sprinkler system.
G. Standpipe riser shall be labelled with building and standpipe system riser number. Labelling
shall be accomplished with the use of approved self-sticking labels. The color and size shall
be contrast the surface that it is applied to. RAL 3000 color shall be used.

3.13 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Perform tests and inspections.
B. Tests and Inspections:
1. Leak Test: After installation, charge systems and test for leaks. Repair leaks and retest
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2. Test and adjust controls and safeties. Replace damaged and malfunctioning controls
and equipment.
3. Flush, test, and inspect standpipe systems according to NFPA 14, "System Acceptance'
Chapter.
4. Energize circuits to electrical equipment and devices.
5. Start and run air compressor where applicable.
6. Coordinate with fire alarm tests. Operate as required.
7. Coordinate with fire pump tests. Operate as required.
8. Verify that equipment hose threads are same as local fire department equipment.
C. Fire suppression standpipe system will be considered defective if it does not pass tests and
inspections.
D. Prepare test and inspection reports.

3.14 DEMONSTRATION
A. Engage a factory-authorized service representative to train the Owner's maintenance
personnel to adjust, operate, and maintain specialty valves.

3.15 PIPING SCHEDULE

A. Piping between Fire-Department Connections and Check Valves: Galvanized, standard
weight steel pipe with grooved ends; grooved end fittings; grooved end pipe couplings and
grooved joints.
B. Standard and High pressure, wet type, fire suppression standpipe piping shall be galvanized
steel, ERW to ASTM A-53, Sch. 40 Grade B.

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SECTION 21 13 00_FIRE SUPPRESSION SPRINKLER & GASEOUS EXTINGUISHING

SYSTEM

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY
A. This Section includes piping, valves, and sprinkler heads for fire sprinkler systems.

1.2 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit shop drawings of entire sprinkler system, signed by a professional engineer registered
in the UAE, to the Local Fire Marshal for approval.
B. After review/acceptance by the Local Fire Marshal, comply with provisions of Division 01.
C. Submit system test verification.
D. Submit record drawings in accordance with Division 01.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Provide sprinkler equipment and installation in accordance with recommendations of the
Employer and as approved by Local Authority.
B. Equipment and installation shall meet requirements of NFPA 13 Standard for the
Installation of Sprinkler Systems, and NFPA 24 - Private Service Mains and their
Appurtenances.
C. The system shall be hydraulically designed wet system and subsequently installed in
accordance with the hazard classification involved.
1. Submit calculations to Employer for approval prior to start of installation.
2. Drawings and calculations shall be signed by a professional engineer registered in the
UAE.
3. Where portions of the sprinkler system are located within unheated areas, i.e., soffits,
canopies, chases, or are exposed to the weather subject to freezing temperatures,
include adequate measures in the system design to protect those portions from the
weather.
D. Computer rooms, electrical switchgear rooms, and telephone/communication equipment
rooms shall be protected by a preaction water system designed for the hazard classification of
the area, unless specified to be protected by another approved suppression system.
E. All fire suppression systems must not contain any ozone depleting substances (CFCs, HCFCs
or Halons).

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS AS PROVIDED SEPARATELY IN VENDOR

LIST
A. Sprinkler Heads; Pressure Switches, Flow Switches, Pre- Action Systems
B. Pipework and Grooved Fittings:
C. Fire Department Connection:
D. Tamper Switches:
E. Flow Switches; Pressure Switches, PRV Valves.
F. Supervising Valves; Zone Control Valves; Supervising Valves
G. Sprinkler Alarm Valves; Flow Valves

2.2 SPRINKLER HEADS

A. Link Temperature Ratings:.
1. Select to suit specific hazard area in accordance with NFPA 13, or as identified on the
drawings.
2. Place sprinklers in upright or pendant position as required, with the deflector parallel to
the ceiling.
3. Maintain clearances between the deflectors or other obstructions in accordance with
NFPA Standard No. 13.
B. Suspended Ceilings: Pendant type with brass finish and escutcheon.
C. Suspended Ceilings: Grinnell Cleanline F946 concealed pendant type with chrome-plated
finish and closures plate with pure white enamel finish. Solder closure plate to the head
enclosure at 3 points and shall drop off when temperature reaches 57 deg C.
D. Exposed Areas and Ceiling Voids: Standard upright type with brass finish. For sidewall
application, provide sidewall type with chrome-plated finish and escutcheon.
E. Window Sprinklers
1. Provide horizontal side wall type sprinkler heads at the inner face of the double curtain
wall system. Tyco Fire Products, Model WS-5.6K factor, specific application window
sprinklers, horizontal sidewall type or approved substitute.
2. The model WS specific application window sprinklers shall be installed in accordance

NFPA and in addition to the standards of any other authorities having jurisdiction.
F. Spare Automatic Sprinklers:
1. Provide in accordance with NFPA Standard No. 13, representative of head types
installed.
2. House in a suitable lockable metal cabinet.
3. Provide no fewer than 2 special sprinkler head wrenches, or at least 1 head wrench for
each cabinet or sprinkler type, whichever is greater.

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2.3 SPRINKLER RISER

A. Provide smoke/sprinkler zone control valves, flow switches, test valves, sight glasses, and
sectional drain valves as shown on Drawings.
B. Where system static pressure is in excess of pressure indicated within NFPA 13, provide
listed PRV with associated pressure relief valve on the branch pipe prior to the zone valve
assembly
C. Provide listed pressure gauge complete with isolation valve onto each riser pipe prior to the
floor zone valve.
D. Provide listed automatic air valve to the top of each sprinkler riser.

2.4 FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTION

A. Inlet(s)
1. Polished chrome-plated free standing type, fire department connection with six-way
clapper body, in accordance with local fire protection service, with matching caps and
chains.
2. Escutcheon shall have integral raised letters "AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER."
3. Provide connection with swing check valve.
4. Install an automatic ball drip between fire department connection and check valve to
drain connection.
B. Automatic Ball Drips:
1. Cast brass in-line with both ends threaded with iron pipe threads.
2. Pipe drain to spill through building wall to grade or to drain.

2.5 VALVES AND TAMPER SWITCHES

A. Valves:
1. Provide enamel on metal identification sign on all valves in accordance with NFPA
Standard No. 13.
2. All valves shall be padlocked and strapped open.
B. Gate Valves: OS&Y, UAE Authority approved.
C. Butterfly Valves: Gear operated, indicating type.
D. Check Valves: 2070 kPa WWP.
E. Tamper Switches: Provide on all service entrance and service riser valves and zone valves.
Switch shall close contacts when valve tampering occurs.
F. Air Compressor: Provide an air compressor, sized for system volume and pressure, for dry or
pre-action sprinkler systems, or connect to reliable instrument air source if available.

2.6 SUPPORTS, HANGERS AND SEISMIC BRACING

A. Supports, hangers and seismic bracing shall be in accordance with NFPA standard.
B. Contractor shall provide support details in conformance with the building structure, complete
with calculation signed and stamped by a structural engineer registered in the United Arab
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2.7 SPRINKLER PIPING, ABOVE GROUND

A. Steel Pipe: ASTM A135 or ASTM 795; UL listed, having Corrosion Resistance Rating (CRR)
1.00 or greater; FM approved.
1. Coating: Hot-dip galvanized to meet ASTM A795 where used in dry systems; black
carbon steel elsewhere.
2. Steel Fittings: ANSI/ASME B16.25, buttweld ends.
3. Cast Iron Fittings: ANSI/ASME B16.4, screwed fittings.
4. Malleable Iron Fittings: ANSI/ASME B16.3, screwed type.
5. Mechanical Grooved Couplings: Malleable iron housing clamps to engage and lock,
"C" shaped composition sealing gasket, steel bolts, nuts, and washers; galvanized for
galvanized pipe.
6. 75mm and smaller Schedule 40 ERW steel pipe, 100mm and over Schedule 10 steel
roll-grooved.
7. Exception: Stand pipes 100mm and smaller schedule 40.

2.8 PRE ACTION SYSTEM

A. The unit shall be pre-trimmed, pre-wired and factory tested for easy installation requiring
connections only for 75mm water supply inlet, water discharge outlet, main drain, the
detection and alarm connections and the electrical power supply. Components for the release
control panel and the electrical junction box shall be manufactured to NEMA 12 Standards.
B. The unit shall come with a direct/tankless automatic air compressor combined with an air
pressure maintenance device kit.
C. Sprinkler heads for preaction system shall be per NFPA 13, and shall be constructed of non-

D. Smoke Detectors:
1. The pre-action system shall include the installation of ceiling mounted smoke detectors
wired to the unit.
2. Smoke detectors shall be System Sensor Models 1400 and 2400, Notifier, or approved
substitute.
E. The pre-action control panel shall include contacts for connection to building fire alarm
system.
F. System Operations:
1. Actuation of one detector or loss of pressure:
a. Illuminate the respective zone (circuit) lamp on the control unit.
b. Energize a pre-alarm audible and visual signal associated with that area in which
the detector was operated.
c.
2. Activation of one or more detectors and loss of pressure:
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b. Energize a pre-alarm audible and visual signal associated with that area in which
the detector was operated.
c. Light an individual lamp on an annunciator.
d. Open deluge valve.
e.
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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION
A. Position sprinkler heads at center of tile unless specifically indicated to the contrary on
reflected ceiling plans.
B. Position ceiling void sprinkler heads away from obstruction or other building elements that
may inhibit the sprinkler head spray pattern.
C. Coordinate sprinkler piping routing with ductwork, pipes, structure, conduit, and other
building components.
D. Provide auxiliary drains and pipe offsets required to clear other work.
E. Arrange, phase, and perform work to assure adequate services for the Employer at all times.
F. Protect sprinkler heads against mechanical damage with standard guards.
G. Locate outside alarms on wall of building adjacent to siamese fire department connection.
Outside alarms shall be provided under Division 28.
H. Provide tamper switches for each sprinkler zone control valve and main entrance service
valve and service riser valves. Connect switches to fire alarm system in accordance with
Division 28.
I. Provide flow switches, UAE Authority approved, which close contact when flow is detected,
in sprinkler lines where noted.
J. Install flow switches and adjacent valves to be easily accessible and behind access panels
when located above plaster ceilings.
K. Locate flow switch minimum of 305mm from a fitting that changes the direction of flow and
not less than 610mm from a drain connection or 10 pipe diameters from a gate, check, or
alarm valve.
L. Connect switches to fire alarm system in accordance with Division 28.
M. Provide brace and clamp bends, plugs, tees, and installation in accordance with the
requirements of NFPA Standard No. 24. Anchor connection between underground piping and
base or riser with tie rods and pipe clamps.
N. Provide drains at base of risers, on valved sections, and at other locations for complete
drainage of system. Drains may be valved and connected to central drain riser, or may spill
outside over splash block, or into a floor drain capable of handling full flow of drain line.
O. Provide valved test pipes in accordance with NFPA Standard No. 13 and extend to discharge
through proper orifice as specified above.
P. Flush system before connecting sprinkler to underground supply connection in accordance
with requirements of NFPA Standard No. 13.

3.2 INSTRUCTIONS
A. Furnish the Engineer with 1 bound copy of complete instructions, including catalog cuts,
diagrams, drawings, hydraulic calculations and other descriptive data covering the proper
testing, operation, and maintenance of each type of system installed, and the necessary
information for ordering replacement parts. In addition, post 1 copy of complete instructions
at the alarm check valve location.

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B. Provide Employer's maintenance personnel with detailed instructions covering the necessary
and recommended testing, operating, and maintenance procedures for each type of system.

3.3 TESTS
A. Upon completion and prior to acceptance of the installation, subject the system, including the
underground supply connection, to all tests per NFPA Standard No. 13 and furnish the
Engineer with a certificate thereof.

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SECTION 21 13 13_WET PIPE FIRE SUPPRESSION SPRINKLERS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and the following sections of the specification:
1. Section 104400 Fire Protection Specialties
2. Section 210500 Common Work Results for Fire Suppression
3. Section 210548 Vibration Controls for Fire Suppression Piping and Equipment
4. Section 211200 Fire Suppression Standpipes
5. Section 211339 Foam Water Sprinklers
6. Section 212200 Clean Agent Extinguishing Systems
7. Section 213113 Electric Drive Centrifugal Fire Pumps
8. Section 213116 Diesel Drive Centrifugal Fire Pumps
9. Section 213400 Pressure Maintenance Pumps
10. Section 283112

1.2 SUMMARY
A. This section in conjunction with the contract documents and drawings indicates the design,
materials and equipment, installation, testing and operations requirements of the fire
protection systems.
B. Requirements are included but not limited to:
1. Pipes, fittings, supports, accessories and specialties
2. Fire protection valves
3. Fire department connections
4. Sprinklers
5. Fire Pump and fire pump controllers
6. Excess pressure pumps
7. Alarm devices
8. Manual control stations
9. Control panels
10. Pressure gauges

1.3 DEFINITIONS
A. High Pressure Sprinkler Piping: Wet pipe sprinkler system piping designed to operate at
working pressure higher than standard 175 psi (1200 KPa), but not higher than 300 psi (2070
KPa).
B. Standard Pressure Sprinkler Piping: Wet pipe sprinkler system piping designed to operate at
working pressure of 175 psi (1200 KPa) minimum.

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1.4 SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS

A. The design of fire protection system shall be complete with all necessary equipment, material
and accessories for proper operation. System design and installation shall reflect high quality
professional work that properly account for practical maintenance concerns and aesthetic
concerns, as well as meets the design requirements of NFPA and Authority having
Jurisdiction. Deviation from the standards including in efficient designs, unnecessary
materials, and special system modification to meet criteria shall be avoided.
B. Provide the entire sprinkler including sprinkler heads, piping valves, tamper switch, flow
alarms and other appurtenances required by local or state agencies or by the Owner's
insurance company. The entire sprinkler system shall be hydraulically designed unless
otherwise needed.

1.5 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Standard Pressure Piping System Component: Listed for 175 psi (1200 KPa) minimum
working pressure.
B. High Pressure Piping System Components: Listed for 300 psi (2070 KPa) working pressure.
C. Delegated Design: design sprinkler system, including comprehensive engineering analysis by
a qualified professional engineer, using performance requirements and design criteria
indicated.
D. Margin of Safety for available water flow and pressure: 10%, including losses through water-
service piping, valves and backflow preventers.
E. Design criteria: Minimum density for automatic sprinkler piping design
F. Light Hazard Occupancy: 4.10 lpm over the most remote 139 sq.m. Using quick response fire
sprinkler heads with head temperature complying with NFPA 13-2007, Table 6.2.5.1.
G. Ordinary Hazard Group I Occupancy: 6.10 lpm over the most remote 139 sq.m. Fire sprinkler
heads temperature ratings complying with NFPA 13-2007, table 6.2.5.1.
H. Ordinary Hazard Group II Occupancy: 8.10 lpm over the most remote 139 sq.m. Fire
sprinkler heads temperature ratings complying with NFPA 13-2007, Table 6.2.5.1.
I. Special Hazard Occupancy: As determined by Authorities Having Jurisdiction
J. Maximum Protection Area per Sprinkler: Per UL Listing
1. Residential Area: 400 sq.ft. (37 sq.m)
2. Light Hazard Occupancies: 225 sq.ft. (20.9 sq.m)
3. Ordinary Hazard Occupancies: 130. sq.ft. (12.1 sq.m)
4. Extra-Hazard Occupancies: 100 sq.ft. (9.3 sq.m)
5. Total Combine Hose Stream demand Requirement: According to NFPA 13 unless
otherwise indicated:
a. Light Hazard Occupancies: 100 Gpm (6.3 L/s) for 30 minutes
b. Ordinary Hazard Occupancies: 250 Gpm (15.75 L/s) for 60 to 90 minutes
c. Extra Hazard Occupancies: 500 Gpm (31.5 L/s) for 90 to 120 minutes
K. Standard Pressure Piping System Component: Listed for 175 psi (1200 KPa) minimum
working pressure.

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L. Maximum water flow velocity shall not exceed 5 meter per second in any system piping of
hydraulically design.
M. Hydraulic calculation shall be performed using an approved computer software generated
calculation. Hand calculation programs or calculation on spreadsheet will not be accepted. All
calculation programs shall use Hazen William's calculation method.
N. Provide Balance Pressure (Bladder Tank) Foam Sprinkler System where shown on the
drawing. System shall be in conformance to NFPA 16.
O. LPG Gas storage aboveground shall be protected by deluge water spray system, with water
application rate in accordance to NFPA 15 requirements. System operation shall be wet pilot
actuation using quartzoid bulb detector.
1. Provide Pre-action sprinkler system a complete double interlock, automatically
controlled pre-action type sprinkler system for Lift Machine Rooms and delicate room
where risk of water damage. System shall be complete with:
2. Deluge Valve
3. Trimmings, piping and components including check valve
4. Supervised electric actuator (Solenoid Valve)
5. Diaphragm bypass and release line
6. Manual override release
7. Low pressure alarm switch and electric alarm pressure switch
8. Air compressor
9. System operation shall conform to the following sequence:
a. A detector operated to its trip point by a smoke or fire, causes a normally closed
detector circuit to open
b. Open solenoid valve allow release of water in the chamber of the deluge valve
and clapper opens to relieve air and fill system with water.
10. Additional fire protection required by the Authority having Jurisdiction of fire code
requirement for the building not mentioned or referred in this specification shall be
foreseen and provided by the fire specialist subcontractor without any additional cost
to the owner.

1.6 SUBMITTALS
A. After award of contract and prior to fabrication, Fire Protection System Contractor shall
submit to the engineer for approval, complete design submittals. Design submittals package
shall include:
1. Product Data: Manufacturer's catalogue data, system and component operating
instructions for the following:
a. Sprinkler heads, escutcheon, and guards. Include sprinkler flow characteristics,
finish and mounting orientation.
b. Fire fighting listed valves, system control and specialty valves; includes size,
pressure rating and type.
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B. Shop Drawings: Submit shop drawings and calculations for the system and shall include the
following:
1. Approved sprinkler and fire fighting piping drawings: Working plans according to
NFPA 13 and 14, that have been approved by Authorities Having Jurisdiction,
including hydraulic calculation.
2. Fire fighting, sprinkler system and pump room arrangement plans, elevations, sections
and details.
3. Details of anchorages and attachments to structure and to supported equipment.
4. Power, signal, and control wiring diagrams. Differentiate between manufacturer
installed and field installed wiring.
5. Equipment schedules to include rated capacities; shipping, installed and operating
weights; furnished specialties; and accessories.
C. Delegated-Design Submittal: For sprinkler systems indicated to comply with performance
requirements and design criteria, including analysis data signed and sealed by the qualified
professional engineer responsible for their preparation.
D. Coordination Drawings:
1. Sprinkler systems, drawn to scale, in which the following items are shown and
coordinated with each other, using input from installers of the items involved:
2. Domestic water piping
3. Compressed air piping
4. HVAC hydronic piping
5. Fire suppression standpipe system
6. Electrical cabling
E. Coordinate layout and installation of fire fighting, sprinkler system and specialties with other
construction that penetrates ceilings, including other services.
F. Reflected ceiling plans drawn to scale and coordinating penetrations and ceiling mounted
items. Show the following:
1. Ceiling suspension assembly members
2. Method of attaching hangers to building structure
3. Size and location of initial access modules of acoustical tile
4. Size and location of access panels in hard ceiling to provide access to concealed valves,
tamper switch, etc.
5. Ceiling-mounted items, including lighting fixtures, diffusers, grilles, speaker, sprinklers
and access panels, and special mouldings.
G. Qualification Data: For qualified installer and professional engineer
H. Welding certificates
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1. Field Test Reports and Certificates: Indicate and interpret test results for compliance
with performance requirements and as described in NFPA 13. Include "Contractor's
Material and test Certificate for Aboveground Piping".
2. Operation and Maintenance Data: Submit operation and maintenance manual fully
describing maintenance schedules, replacement parts and other operation requirements;
for sprinkler system control and specialty valves.
3. Samples for Initial Selection: Manufacturer's charts showing the full range of sprinkler
covers available, valves, fittings and valves.
4. As-Built Drawings:
a. Upon completion of the installation, the contractor shall revise all fire protection
design files, calculations, manuals, operating instructions to agree with
construction as actually accomplished. The notation "As-Built" shall be entered
in the revision block, dated and initiated.
b. As-built submittals shall be submitted prior to the final acceptance testing. This
delivery shall include both electronic and hard copies.
c. Submit clause by clause specification compliance statement to indicate all
specified parameters are met.

1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Installer Qualifications
B. The contractor shall at his cost, appoint a Specialist Subcontractor for Fire protection systems.
The Specialist Subcontractor shall be approved by the local Civil Defense Authority and
subject to Engineer's approval. The Specialist Subcontractor shall be entirely responsible for
the design, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of the fire protection system in line
with the specification, drawings and to Engineer's and local Civil Defense Authorities
approval. After preparation of Shop Drawings and their approval by the Engineer, The
Specialist Subcontractor shall obtain their approval from the local Civil Defense Authority.
After installation, testing and commissioning of the sprinkler system, the Specialist
subcontractor shall arrange inspection by the local Civil Defense Authority and obtain their
approval of the installation.
C. Installer responsibilities include designing, fabricating and installing fire fighting systems and
providing professional engineering services needed to assume engineering responsibility.
D. Use only those products specifically listed and approved for fire protection services by UL-
Underwriters Laboratories Inc., FM-Factory Mutual testing Laboratories, BSI KITE mark,
LPCB or other approved agencies of international repute, where stipulated.
E. Conform to the requirements of the following:
1. Local Civil Defence or Authority Having Jurisdiction
2. NFPA National Fire Protection Association of USA
3. BS-EN British Standard Specification
4. Local Authority, International Electro technical Commission, IEC, IEE Standards in the
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F. Welding Qualifications: Qualify procedures and operators according to ASME Boiler and
Pressure Vessel Code or equivalent BS-EN Standard.
G. Electrical Components, Devices and Accessories: Listed and labelled as defined in NFPA 70,
by a qualified testing agency and marked for intended location and application.
H. NFPA Standards: Sprinkler system equipment, specialties, accessories, installation and testing
shall comply with the following:
1. NFPA 13 "Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler System"
2. NFPA 25 "Standard for the Inspection, Testing and Maintenance of Water Based Fire
Protection System"

1.8 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Interruption of Existing Sprinkler Service: Do not interrupt sprinkler service to facilitate
occupied by Owner or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only
after arranging to provide temporary sprinkler according to requirements indicated:
1. Notify Architect, Construction Manager and Owner no fewer than two (2) days in
advance of proposed interruption of sprinkler service.
2. Do not proceed with interruption of sprinkler service without Architect's/Construction
manager's/Owner written permission.

1.9 EXTRA MATERIALS

A. Furnish extra materials that match products installed and that are packaged with protective
covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.
B. Sprinkler Cabinets: Finished, wall-mounted, steel cabinet with hinged cover, and with space
and minimum of six spare sprinklers plus sprinkler wrench. Include number of sprinklers
required by NFPA 13 and sprinkler wrench. Include separate cabinet with sprinklers and
wrench for each type of sprinkler used on project.

1.10 SPARES
A. The installing fire protection specialist contractor shall supply the owner with quantities of
spare parts listed below as replacement part utilized in this installation.
1. 24 Nos. conventional (68 deg. C) sprinklers used in plant areas
2. 24 Nos. spray (57 deg. C) concealed sprinkler used in corridors
3. 24 Nos. spray (57 deg. C) recessed pendent sprinkler used in areas with ceiling
4. 24 Nos. spray (57 deg. C) sidewall sprinkler used in residential areas
5. 12 nos. Spray (57 deg. C) (K=115) extended coverage sidewall sprinkler used in areas
where room length is more than 6.3 m

1.11 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

A. Prior to final acceptance, the installing fire fighting specialist contractor shall provide
operational training to each shift of the owner's personnel. Each training session shall include
system operation, manual and functions, trouble procedures, supervisory procedures, auxiliary
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1.12 WARRANTY
A. All fire fighting and sprinkler system including fire pump set components furnished and
installed under this contract, shall be guaranteed against defects in design, materials and
workmanship for the full warranty period which is standard with manufacturer, but in no case
less than one (1) year from date of system acceptance.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIAL GENERAL

A. Materials and equipment used in the installation of the fire fighting and sprinkler system shall
be new and listed by the UL Fire Protection Equipment Directory or the FM Approval Guide,
latest edition. The standard products and the latest design of the manufacturer shall be used,
and install per their listing, approval, or manufacturer recommendations.
B. Where two or more units of the same class of equipment are required, these units shall be of
the same manufacturer (e.g. couplings shall be of one manufacturer). All materials shall be
installed per their listing or approval and per manufacturer's recommendation and
specification.
C. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements and/or as per Approved
Manufacturer's List attached separately.

2.2 PIPING MATERIALS

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

2.3 STEEL PIPE AND FITTINGS

A. All pipes shall be galvanized steel, ERW to ASTM A-53, Sch. 40 Grade B.
B. Fire fighting specialty fittings shall be UL Listed and FM approved with 300 psig (2070 KPa)
minimum working pressure rating, and made of material compatible with piping.
C. When pipes are assembled by screw fittings or by "cut grooved" the minimum thickness for
pressure up to 2070 KPa.
D. Threaded Fittings: Fittings of 50 mm diameter and below shall be 2070 KPa. Ductile iron type
threaded. All fittings shall be UL/FM approved.
E. Fittings 65 mm diameter and above shall be mechanical grooved type. Grooved fittings shall
be UL/FM approved. Use 300 psig (2070 KPa) rated fittings as per system pressure. Grooved
joint, steel pipe appurtenances:
1. Pressure rating: 175 psi (1200 KPa) minimum, 300 psig (2070 KPa) for high pressure.
2. Galvanized and Uncoated, Grooved End Fittings for Steel Piping: ASTM A 47/A 47M,
malleable-iron casting or ASTM A 536, ductile iron casting; with dimensions matching
steel pipe.
3. Grooved-End-Pipe Couplings for Steel Piping: AWWA C606 and UL 213, rigid pattern
unless otherwise indicated, for steel pipe dimensions. Include ferrous housing sections,
EPDM-rubber gasket, and bolts and nuts.
F. Steel Pressure-Seal Fittings: UL 213, FM approved, 175 psi (1200 KPa) pressure rating with
steel housing, rubber O-rings and pipe stop; for use with fitting manufacturer's pressure-seal
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2.4 PIPING JOINING MATERIALS

A. Pipe-Flange Gasket Materials: AWWA C110, rubber, flat face, 1/8 inch (3.2mm) thick or
ASME B16.21, non-metallic and asbestos free.
B. Class 125, Cast Iron Flanges and Class 150, Bronze Flat-Face Flanges: Full face gaskets
C. Class 250, Cast Iron Flanges and Class 300, Steel raised Face Flanges: Ring Type gaskets.

D. Metal, Pipe-Flange Bolts and Nuts: ASME B18.2.1, carbon steel unless otherwise indicated.
E. Brazing Filler Materials: AWS A5.8/A5.8M, BCup Series, copper-phosphorous alloys for
general duty brazing unless otherwise indicated.
F. Welding Filler Metals: Comply with AWS D/10.12M/D10.12 for welding materials
appropriate for wall thickness and chemical analysis of steel pipe being welded.

2.5 COVER SYSTEM FOR SPRINKLER PIPING

A. Description: System of support brackets and covers made to protect sprinkler piping.
B. Brackets: Glass reinforced nylon.

2.6 PAINTING
A. All piping and fittings for fire protection shall be painted red per NFPA requirements.
B. All painting for sprinkler system shall be complete and as specified under painting section.

2.7 PIPE HANGERS

A. The components of hanger assembly that directly attached to the pipe or the structure shall be
UL listed and FM approved.
B. All hangers shall be made of steel. Hangers shall be galvanized and UL/FM approved. The
spacing of the hanger supports shall be complying with NFPA requirement.
C. Piping shall be hung with hangers and supports independent of any other hangers, support
systems, or devices. Non-related materials may not be suspended from or attached to sprinkler
piping or components.
D. Power driven supports or anchor shall not be used. Do not mix piping material and hanger
material of dissimilar metals.

2.8 LISTED FIRE PROTECTION VALVES

A. General Requirements:
1. Valves shall be UL Listed or FM approved
2. Minimum Pressure rating for Standard Pressure Piping: 175 psi (1200 KPa)
3. Minimum Pressure rating for High Pressure Piping: 300 psig (2070 KPa)
4. All fire protection service valves shall be from one source
5. Valves controlling water flow in fire protection shall be OS&Y-Outside Screw and
Yoke type, except as noted.
B. Ball Valves
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2. Valves NPS 1-1/2 (DN 40) and Smaller: Bronze body with threaded ends.
3. Valves NPS 2 and NPS 2-1/2 (DN 50 and DN 65): Bronze body with threaded ends or
ductile iron body with grooved ends.
4. Valves NPS 3 (DN 80): Ductile iron body with grooved ends.
C. Butterfly Valves:
1. Bronze Butterfly Valves
a. Standard: UL 1091
b. Pressure rating: 175 psig (1200 KPa)
c. Body Material: Bronze
d. End Connections: Threaded
2. Iron Butterfly Valves
a. Standard: UL 1091
b. Pressure rating: 300 psig (2070 KPa)
c. Body Material: Cast or ductile iron coated with nylon-11
d. Style: Grooved or wafer with tamper switch
e. End Connections: Grooved
D. Check Valves:
1. Standard: UL 312
2. Pressure rating: 300 psig (2070 KPa)
3. Type: Swing check or split clapper type
4. Body Material: Cast steel designed and manufactured according to AWWA standards.
5. End Connections: Flanged or grooved
E. OS&Y Gate Valves
1. Bronze OS&Y Gate Valves
a. Standard: UL 262
b. Pressure rating: 175 psig (1200 KPa)
c. Body Material: Bronze
d. End Connections: Threaded
2. Iron OS&Y Gate Valves
a. Standard: UL 262
b. Pressure rating: 300 psig (2070 KPa)
c. Body Material: Cast or ductile iron
d. End Connections: Flanged or Grooved
F. Indicating-Type Butterfly Valves:
1. Standard: UL 1091
2. Pressure rating: 300 psig (2070 KPa)
3. Valves NPS 2 (DN 50) and Smaller:
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b. Body Material: Bronze

c. End Connections: Threaded
4. Valves NPS 2-1/2 (DN 65) and Larger:
a. Valve Type: Butterfly
b. Body Material: Cast or ductile iron
c. End Connections: Flanged, grooved or wafer
5. Valve Operation: Integral electrical, 115-V ac, pre-wired, single circuit, supervisory
switch or electrical, 115 V ac, pre-wired, two circuit, supervisory switch indicating
device.
G. NRS Gate Valves:
1. Standard: UL 262
2. Pressure rating: 300 psig (2070 KPa)
3. Body Material: Cast iron with indicator post flange
4. Stem: Non-rising
5. End Connections: Flanged or grooved
H. Indicator Posts:
1. Standard: UL 789
2. Type: Horizontal for wall mounting
3. Body Material: Cast iron with extension rod and locking device
4. Operation: Wrench
I. Riser Check Valves
1. Pressure Rating: 300 psig (2070 KPa)
2. Body Material: Ductile Iron, ASTM A-53 grade 65-45-12 4"-8 with base supports boss.
3. Spring and Shaft: Stainless Steel
4. End Connections: Grooved
5. Design: Suitable for Anti Hammer service and horizontal and vertical installation
6. Provide drilled, tapped and plugged stream for 2" drainage outlet and ½" pressure taps
both upstream and downstream of disc.
7. Building Expansion Joint: Flexible couplings shall be used to accommodate any
movement in the pipe due to Building expansion or contraction. A proper study and
calculation needs to provide by the Manufacturer.
8. Pressure Reducing Valves
a. Pressure rating: 300 psig (2070 KPa) where required
b. Body Material: Cast Iron/Cast steel as applicable
c. Valve shall be extremely site adjustable
d. Disc seat/main disc piston shall be stainless steel
9. Suction Diffuser Grooved End rated 300 psi, ductile iron body, ASTM A-395 grade
65-45-15 body with base support boss. Diffuser of 304 Stainless Steel with 5/32"
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Steel screen. Provide connections for pressure measurement and drain. Access
coupling style 07, flange ANSI class 150 standard.
10. Flexible Joints: 3 no. flexible coupling in series shall be installed near the pumps to
reduce the noise and vibration.

2.9 TRIM AND DRAIN VALVES

A. General Requirements:
1. Standard: UL's "Fire Protection Equipment Directory" listing or "Approval Guide",
published by FM Global listing.
2. Pressure Rating: 300 psig (2070 KPa)

2.10 SPECIALTY VALVES

A. General Requirements:
1. Standard: UL's "Fire Protection Equipment Directory" listing or "Approval Guide",
published by FM Global listing.
2. Pressure Rating:
a. Standard Pressure Piping Specialty Valves: 175 psig (1200 KPa) minimum
b. High Pressure Piping Specialty Valves: 300 psig (2070 KPa)
3. Body Material: Cast or Ductile iron
4. Size: Same as connected piping
5. End Connections: Flanged or grooved
B. Wet Pipe Alarm Check Valves:
1. Alarm Check Valve: Cast iron body, flap type construction with flanged ends, metered
bypass with ball valve for pressure maintenance flow, test and alarm flow parts, bolted
access cover, pressure gauges (as specified elsewhere) at inlet and outlet
2. Test and Drain valve: All bronze valve with screwed ends complete with metering
orifice, discharge turn dish etc.
3. Alarm test valve: All bronze ball valve with screwed ends, operating lever, engraved
position indicator attached to body.
4. Strainer. All bronze, Y-type strainer with screwed ends, screwed cover and stainless
steel screen for alarm supply line.
5. Water Motor Alarm: The Gong, Gong Mount and Water Motor Housing shall be
fabricated from corrosion resistant aluminium alloys. The bearing type shall be
polymer drive bearings which do not require lubrication, and the Gong shall be closely
fitted to the Gong Mount to eliminate the need for a separate cover.
6. Pressure Switch: The switch housing shall be weather proof and oil resistant. The cover
shall incorporate tamper resistant screws. It shall have normally closed/open contacts
rated for 2.5 amps at 250 volts A/C.
C. Deluge Valves:

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1. Deluge valve assembly shall be externally re-settable by hydraulic means, and shall
employ a positive vent or priming line to ensure that the deluge will not prematurely
reset.
2. Deluge valve: Shall low differential, latched closed spring assisted, self resetting
clapper, pneumatic, hydraulic or electric release. Deluge valve and trim shall be UL
Listed and FM approved for vertical and horizontal installation, supplied with grade
"E" EPDM seal, housing cast of ductile iron confirming to ASTM A-536, grade 65-45-
12, serviceable without removal from the line, flange ends for installation with ANSI
class 150 flange rated service up to 300 psi (2070 KPa) working pressure.
3. Deluge valve shall be wet actuation trim, provided with quartzoid bulb detector.
D. Floor Control Valve Assembly
1. Provide UL Listed and FM approved zone check assembly to support monitoring,
controlling, inspection, testing and maintenance of each zone in sprinkler system,
where shown in the drawings as sprinkler zone control valve assembly.
2. Zone check assembly shall be installed to serve individual sections/floors of the
building. Valves shall be butterfly type with ductile iron body, EPDM seat and
aluminium bronze disk. The valve shall be hand wheel operated via a gearbox with a
prominent coloured paddle position indicator. The body shall be either flanged or
grooved to accept mechanical couplings. The valve shall be rated for an operating
pressure of 175 psi (1200 KPa).
3. The valve shall incorporate pre-wired end of position switches terminated on the
gearbox enclosure to provide remote indication of the valve position.
4. Pressure gauges shall be installed downstream of all zone control valves.
E. Test and Drain Valves
1. Test and drain valves shall be installed downstream of zone control valve/flow switch
assemblies for the purpose of proving the operation of the water flow switch, and also
for draining the sprinkler zone pipe work downstream of the zone control valve.
2. The test and drain valves shall be of the ball type with a cast bronze body and stainless
steel ball suitable for working pressure of 12.1 bars. The ball shall be wrench operated
and incorporate an orifice of equal diameter to represent the actuation of a single
sprinkler head when in the test position. The body shall incorporate a sight glass on the
drain side of the ball valve.
3. Test drain valves shall be UL Listed.
F. Pressure Reducing Valve
1. The body shall be bronze for pipeline size up to DN 65. For sizes DN 80 and above the
body shall be ductile iron with bronze trim to ASTM A 536/B61 in either globe or
angle pattern to suit the pipe work configuration. The diaphragm and disc shall be
BUNA-N or EPDM. The pressure reducing valve shall be pilot valve controlled to
provide a wide range of downstream operating pressures. The body shall have flanged
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2. The pressure reducing valves shall be rated for a minimum operating pressure of PN 20
with pressure adjustment range of 2 11.3 bar. Where upstream system pressure
exceeds 18.0 bar, the operating pressure rating shall be increased to suit.
3. Pilot valves shall be bronze construction to ASTM B62 with stainless steel trim.
Interconnecting pipe work shall be soft copper swaged to brass fittings
4. The body shall be externally epoxy coated and shall be all internal wetted surfaces.
5. Pressure reducing valves shall be UL Listed
6. Pressure gauges shall be installed upstream and downstream of all pressure reducing
valves

2.11 FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTIONS

A. Flush-Type, Fire Department Connection:
1. Standard: UL 405
2. Type: Flush, wall mounting
3. Pressure rating: 175 psi (1200 Kpa) minimum
4. Body Material: Corrosion resistant metal
a. Inlets: Brass with threads according to NFPA 1963 and matching local fire
department sizes and threads. Include extension pipe nipples, brass lugged
swivel connections, and check devices or clappers
b. Caps, Brass, lugged type, with gasket and chain
c. Escutcheon plate: Rectangular, brass, wall type
d. Outlet: With pipe threads
e. Body Style: Square
f. Number of Inlets: Four
g. Escutcheon Plate Marking: Similar to "AUTO SPR"
h. Finish: Polished chrome plated
i. Outlet Size: NPS 6 (DN 150)

2.12 AUTOMATIC AIR RELEASE VALVES

A. Air release valve shall be made of copper alloy to BS 1400. The valve shall be 100 mm size
and tested to 2415 KPa.

2.13 SPRINKLERS
A. General Requirements:
1. Quick response 57 deg. C to 77 deg. C semi-recessed heads shall be used throughout
the residential areas and concealed type for public areas such as lobbies and corridors.
Freezers, cold rooms and mechanical room temperature ratings shall be verified to
ambient room temperature based on NFPA 13, sprinklers shall be used. All sprinklers
shall be standard/high pressure type rated for 1207 KPa/1730 Kpa. Sprinklers shall be
UL Listed and FM approved.
2. Sprinkler head temperature ratings shall be ordinary classification between 57 deg. C
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deg. C shall be used in electrical closets and 141 deg. C sprinklers with head guards
shall be used in autoclave areas, mechanical rooms and any other areas which high
temperatures are experienced. For systems with high pressure, all sprinklers shall be
high pressure type rated for 1730 KPa.
3. All sprinklers shall be installed at least 12 inches from any distribution devices.
Sprinkler location at wall mounted and peninsular shelving units shall be a minimum
450 mm away.
4. Provide two (2) sprinkler head wrench for each type of sprinkler head.
5. All sprinklers shall be supplied from one (1) manufacturer unless specified otherwise.
Submit one (1) sample for each sprinkler to be utilized on this project.
B. Quick Response Sprinkler
1. Exposed Sprinklers Quick response
a. Exposed sprinkler shall be glass bulb operated Quick response upright of
pendent automatic sprinklers as indicated on the drawings with chrome finish.
Temperature ratings shall be 57 deg. C to 77 deg. C at 1730 KPa.
2. Horizontal Sidewall Sprinklers Quick Response (Light Hazard Areas only)
a. Horizontal sidewall sprinklers shall be glass bulb operated, quick response
horizontal sidewall sprinkler rated 57 deg. C. Sprinkler shall be chrome
plated/color shall be selected by the Architect.
C. Semi-recessed sprinklers Quick Response
D. Sprinkler Finishes:
1. Chrome plated
2. Bronze
3. Painted
E. Special Coatings
1. Wax
2. Lead
3. Corrosion-resistant paint
F. Sprinkler Guards:
1. Standard: UL 199
2. Type: Wire cage with fastening device for attaching to sprinkler
G. The sprinkler heads shall be of spray pattern installed in an upright position or pendent
position as may be required where indicated in the drawing.
H. Installed in areas without false ceiling: Provide upright, glass bulb sprinkler head, 13 mm
orifice and chrome plated. The sprinkler shall be UL/FM approved
I. Horizontal Sidewall Sprinkler: The automatic sprinkler designed for installation along with a
wall or lintel. The sprinkler shall be glass bulb type and shall have UL/FM approval.
J. Spare Sprinklers: A set of spare sprinkler heads shall be provided in a cabinet together with
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K. Horizontal Sidewall Extended Coverage Sprinkler covering 7300 mm: Shall use 20 mm
orifice with ¾" NPT inlet.

2.14 SUPERVISORY SWITCHES

A. Provide UL Listed and FM approved tamper switches on all control valves. PIV switches
shall be weather resistant and shall monitor target position. OS&Y switches shall monitor
stem movement and shall be complete with mounting J-bolts. Electric valve supervision
switches shall be installed for all internal (inside) and external (outside) fire protection valves
2-1/2 inches or larger.
B. Electric valve supervision switches shall be installed for all internal (inside) and external
(outside) fire protection valves 2-1/2 inches or larger. The devices shall be electrical; single
pole, double throw; with normally closed contacts and include design that signals controlled
valve is in other than normal position.
C. For wet pipe sprinkler systems, install a pressure operated water flow alarm initiation device,
unless otherwise noted on the contract drawings.
D. All vane type flow alarm initiation devices shall be equipped with an adjustable delay of
audible alarm initiation. Adjustments range shall be from 0 to 120 seconds. Vane type water
flow switch shall be as per Manufacturer's List.
E. Water flow vane type alarm initiation devices shall be labelled as to the correct orientation of
flow when mounted on system piping. When drilling of the system riser is necessary to mount
flow switch, the drill out disc (coupon) shall be retrieved and attached to the mounting u-bolt
of the flow switch.
F. Where pressure operated water flow alarm initiation devices are used, any valve installed
upstream of the device on the alarm line shall be electrically supervised. Pressure operated
alarm initiation devices shall be an electrical-supervision type, water flow switch retard
feature. The device shall include single pole, double throw, normally closed contacts and
design that operates on rising pressure and signals water flow.
G. A vane type water flow initiation device shall be installed on the air gap drain for all reduced
pressure backflow prevention devices.
H. Pressure Switch: System Sensor, Alarm contact ratings 10A, ½ HP @ 125/250vac.
2.5@6/12/24 VDC. Working pressure 300 psi (2070 KPa) and maximum adjustment range 4-
20 psi. Differential pressure to be 3 psi, UL 4 x and NEMA 4 rated for indoor and outdoor
use.
I. Low pressure supervision shall be installed on all dry pipe system and be connected into the
Fire Alarm System.
J. Any device is to be installed in a hazardous location defined by NFPA 70 shall be rated for
occupancy.

2.15 PRESSURE GAUGES

A. Standard: UL 393
B. Dial Size: 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 inch (90 to 115 mm) diameter
C. Pressure Gauge Range: 1 to 300 psi (1 to 2070 KPa)

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D. Water System Piping Gage: Include "WATER" or "AIR/WATER" label on dial face
E. Air System Piping Gage: Include retard feature and "AIR' or "AIR/WATER" label on dial
face.

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PART 3 - PRODUCTS

3.1 RESPONSIBILITIES
A. The Contractor is responsible for the installation of the fire protection system in accordance
with these specifications and the contract drawings. The Contractor shall coordinate with
Architectural, Mechanical and Electrical, design and construction documents, to ascertain the
required information, to affect a properly designed and installed sprinkler system for the
building construction and occupancy classification. The installation shall reflect high quality
professional work that properly accounts for practical maintenance concerns and aesthetics.
B. The installation of the fire protection systems shall be complete with all necessary accessories
for proper operation and shall be accomplished by a specialist fire fighting contractor or
licensed company regularly engaged in this type of work, and in accordance with
requirements of the national Fire Protection Association Standards (NFPA) and the Authority
having Jurisdiction.
C. The fire protection system installation shall be coordinated with the other trades (mechanical,
electrical, architectural and structural, etc.)
D. The installation shall comply with all mandatory, advisory interpretations and recommended
applicable rules of the latest editions of the NFPA standards and the Authority Having
Jurisdiction.

3.2 PREPARATION
A. Perform Fire hydrant and sprinkler system flow test according to NFPA 13 and NFPA 291.
Use results for system design calculations required in "Quality Assurance" article.
B. Report test results promptly and in writing.

3.3 SERVICE ENTRANCE PIPING

A. Connect sprinkler piping to water service piping for service entrance to building. Comply
with requirements for exterior piping in Division 2 Section "Facility Fire-Suppression Water
Service Piping".
B. Install shutoff valve, backflow preventer, pressure gage, drain and other accessories indicated
at connection to water service piping.
C. Install shutoff valve, check valve, pressure gage and drain at connection to water service.

3.4 WATER SUPPLY CONNECTIONS

A. Connect sprinkler piping to building's interior water distribution piping. Comply with
requirements of interior piping in Division 15 "Domestic Water Piping".
B. Install shutoff valve, backflow preventer, pressure gage, drain and other accessories indicated
at connection to water distribution piping.
C. Install shutoff valve, check valve, pressure gage and drain at connection to water supply.

3.5 PIPING INSTALLATION

A. Locations and Arrangements: Drawing plans, schematics and diagrams indicate general
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B. Deviations from approved working plans for piping require written approval from Authorities
having Jurisdiction. File written approval with Architect before deviating from approved
working plans.
C. Piping Standard: Comply with requirements for installation of sprinkler in NFPA 13.
D. Use listed fittings to make changes in direction, branch takeoffs from mains, and reductions in
pipe sizes.
E. Install unions adjacent to each valve in pipes NPS 2 (DN 50) and smaller.
F. Install flanges, flange adapters, or couplings for grooved end piping on valves, apparatus and
equipment having NPS 2-1/2 (DN 65) and larger end connections.
G. Install "Inspector's Test Connection" in sprinkler system piping, complete with shutoff valve,
and sized and located according to NFPA 13.
H. Install sprinkler piping with drains for complete system drainage.
I. Install sprinkler control valves, test assemblies and drain riser adjacent to standpipes when
sprinkler piping is connected to standpipes.
J. Install automatic (ball drip) drain valve at each check valve for fire department connection, to
drain piping between fire department connection and check valve. Install drain piping to and
spill over floor drain or to outside building.
K. Install alarm devices in piping systems.
L. Install hangers and supports for sprinkler system piping according to NFPA 13, Comply with
requirements for hanger materials in NFPA 13.
M. Install pressure gages on riser or feed main at each sprinkler test connection and at top of each
standpipe. Include pressure gages with connection not less than NPS ¼ (DN 8) and with soft
metal seated globe valve, arranged for draining pipe between gage and valve. Install gages to
permit removal, and install where they will not be subject to freezing.
N. Pressurize and check pre-action sprinkler system piping and air pressure maintenance devices.
O. Fill sprinkler system piping with water.

3.6 JOINT CONSTRUCTION

A. Install couplings, flanges, flanged fittings, unions, nipples and transition and special fittings
that have finish and pressure ratings same as or higher than system's pressure rating for
aboveground applications unless otherwise indicated.
B. Install unions adjacent to each valve in pipes NPS 2 (DN 50) and smaller.
C. Install flanges, flange adapters, or couplings for grooved-end piping on valves, apparatus and
equipment having NPS 2-1/2 (DN 65) and larger end connections.
D. Ream ends of pipes and tubes and remove burrs. Bevel plain ends of steel pipe.
E. Remove scale, slag, dirt and debris from inside and outside of pipes, tubes and fittings before
assembly.
F. Flanges Joints: Select appropriate gasket material in size, type and thickness suitable for water
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G. Threaded Joints: Thread pipe with tapered pipe threads according to ASME B1.20.1. Cut
threads full and clean using sharp dies. Ream threaded pipe ends to remove burrs and restore
full ID. Join pipe fittings and valves as follows.
1. Apply appropriate tape or thread compound to external pipe threads.
2. Damaged Threads: Do not use pipe or pipe fittings with threads that are corroded or
damaged.
H. Twist Locked Joints: Insert plain end of steel pipe into plain end pipe fitting. Rotate retainer
lugs one quarter turn or tighten retainer pin.
I. Steel Piping, Pressure-Sealed Joints: Join light wall steel pipe and steel pressure seal fittings
with tools recommended by fitting manufacturer.
J. Welded Joints: Construct joints according to AWS D10.12M/D10.12, using qualified
processes and welding operators according to "Quality Assurance" Article.
K. Shop welded pipe joints where welded piping is indicated. Do not use welded joints for
galvanized steel pipe.
L. Steel Piping, Cut Grooved Joints: Cut square edge groove in end of pipe according to AWWA
C606. Assemble coupling with housing, gasket, lubricant and bolts. Join steel pipe and
grooved end fittings according to AWWA C606 for steel pipe joints.
M. Steel Piping, Rolled Grooved Joints: Roll rounded edge, groove in end of pipe according to
AWWA C606. Assemble coupling with housing, gasket, lubricant, and bolts. Join steel pipe
and grooved-end fittings according to AWWA C606 for steel pipe grooved joints.
N. Steel Piping, Pressure Sealed Joints: Join Schedule 5 steel pipe and pressure seal fittings with
tools recommended by fitting manufacturer.
O. Brazed Joints: Join copper tube and fittings according to CDA's "Copper Tube Handbook",
"Brazed Joints" chapter.
P. Copper Tubing Grooved Joints: Roll rounded edge groove in end of tube according to
AWWA C606. Assemble coupling with housing, gasket, lubricant and bolts. Join copper tube
and grooved-end fittings according to AWWA C606 for steel pipe grooved joints.
Q. Copper Tubing, Pressure Sealed Joints: Join copper tube and copper pressure seal fittings with
tools recommended by fitting manufacturer.
R. Extrude-Tee Connections: Form tee in copper tube according to ASTM F 2014. Use tool
designed for copper tube; drill pilot hole, form collar for outlet, dimple tube to form seating
stop and braze branch tube into collar.
S. Dissimilar-Material Piping Joints: Make joints using adaptors compatible with materials of
both piping systems.

3.7 INSTALLATION OF COVER SYSTEM FOR SPRINKLER PIPING

A. Install cover system, brackets, and cover components for sprinkler piping according to
manufacturer's "Installation Manual" and with NFPA 13 or NFPA 13R for supports.

3.8 VALVE AND SPECIALTIES INSTALLATION

A. Install listed fire protection valves, trim and drain valves, specialty valves and trim, controls
and specialties according to NFPA 13 and Authorities Having Jurisdiction.

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B. Install listed fire protection shut off valves supervised open, located to control sources of
water supply except from fire department connections. Install permanent identification signs
indicating portion of system controlled by each valve.
C. Install check valve in each water supply connection. Install backflow preventers instead of
check valves in portable water supply sources.
D. Specialty Valves:
1. General Requirements: Install in vertical position for proper direction of flow, in main
supply to system.
2. Alarm Check Valves:
a. Shall be provided with internally and externally galvanized trim piping and
fittings, pressure gauges, a retarding chamber, water motor gong, alarm switches,
testing bypass, and all necessary pipe fittings and accessories.
b. The retarding chamber drain line shall be piped independently of the main drain
line.
c. The drain line from the water motor gong shall be piped to discharge through the
wall as close to the grade line as possible.
d. Piping between the alarm check valve and a pressure actuated alarm initiating
device shall be galvanized piping not less than 3/8 inch nominal pipe size.
e. Piping supplying the retard chamber, water motor gong, and associated drains
shall be galvanized. Galvanized fittings are to be used where galvanized piping is
required.
3. Deluge Valves:
a. Install in vertical position, in proper direction of flow, and in main supply to
deluge system.
b. Install trim sets for drain, priming level, alarm connections, ball drip valves,
pressure gages, priming chamber attachment, and fill line attachment.
c. Dry pipe and associated trimmings shall be installed in readily visible and
accessible locations.
d. All nipple, fittings and devices must be clean and free of scale and burns before
installation. Use pipe thread sealant sparingly on male pipe threads only.
4. Floor (Zone) Control Assemblies
a. The use of 65 mm nom. size valve with adjustment spool shall be permitted up to
100 mm nom. line size.
b. The system drain line shall be connected to the nearest drain (waste water or
storm water system only).
5. Automatic Air release valves
a. Provide access doors in shaft walls, where installed in inaccessible places.
Provide drain pipe to convenient location.

3.9 EXCESS PRESSURE PUMP INSTALLATION

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B. Install excess-pressure pumps, control devices and supports for sprinkler piping application.
C. Mounting: Install on wall, where indicated attached to water supply pipe.

3.10 SPRINKLER INSTALLATION

A. Install sprinklers in suspended ceilings in center of acoustical ceiling panels coordinated with
Architectural design. This may result in additional heads which shall be provided at no
additional cost unless otherwise indicated.
B. Accurately align sprinkler heads in hung ceiling areas symmetrically with diffusers, grilles,
lighting fixtures and ceiling units and ensure that maximum distance and requirements
stipulated in NFPA 13 are met.
C. Install dry type sprinkler with water supply from heated space. Do not install pendent or
sidewall, wet type sprinklers in areas subject to freezing.
D. Install sprinklers into flexible, sprinkler hose fittings and install hose into bracket on ceiling
grid.
E. Sprinkler shall not be installed closer than 1800 mm apart.
F. Where suspended ceiling are installed, the sprinkler contractor shall install pendent sprinklers
as shown on reflected ceiling plans. Where these plans do not specify the location of the
pendent sprinklers, the Contractor shall obtain the original reflected ceiling plans, and design
sprinkler locations at least 150 mm from ceiling tile edges, (dimension the location) and 750
mm from HVAC supply diffuser. If a sprinkler lands with 750 mm of HVAC supply diffuser
the Contractor shall install an intermediate temperature rated sprinkler. Locate sprinklers
along straight lines to extent possible, follow repetitive pattern. Pendent sprinklers shall be
installed by means of an approved flexible application (such as flex head or approved equal),
or return bends from 25 mm outlet tees in branch lines.

3.11 FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTION INSTALLATION

A. Install wall type fire department connections.
B. Install automatic (ball drip) drain valve at each check valve for fire department connection

3.12 IDENTIFICATION
A. Install labelling and pipe markers on equipment and piping according to requirements in
NFPA 13.
B. Identify system components, wiring cabling and terminals.
C. A hydraulic data information nameplate shall be secured to the riser with chain. Directly
above the controlling alarm check valve and shall include the following design data.
1. Building designation
2. Location of remote area
3. Design density
4. Area of application
5. System demand gpm (l/s) and psi (KPa) at base riser
6. Data shall be permanently engraved on the nameplate.

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7. Material shall be durable plastic and aluminium. Minimum height of lettering is 1/8".
D. The Contractor shall furnish and place in clear, plastic envelope attached to each sprinkler
alarm check valve riser: one complete set of typed or printed maintenance and operating
instructions, a set of prints of the as-built working drawings and hydraulic calculations of the
sprinkler system.
E. Contractor shall supply each riser with a cabinet containing maintenance and repair
equipment (spare heads, wrench, etc)
F. Each Contractor shall affix an identification tag on each system riser indicating:
Name of Contractor
Business Address of the Installing Contractor
Phone Number
24-hour emergency contact phone number

3.13 FLUSHING
A. Before connecting sprinkler systems to the main supply, each sprinkler supply line shall be
flushed out thoroughly by the Fire Protection Specialist Contractor in the presence of the
engineer, through an unrestricted opening not less than (100 mm) 4 inches in diameter.
Minimum flowing quantities are specified in NFPA 13.
B. Failure to comply with this requirement shall necessitate flushing of the entire sprinkler
system by the Contractor at no additional cost.
C. A (100 mm) 4 inch temporary pipe of two 2-1/2 inch fire hoses shall be provided by the
Contractor to discharge water to a suitable location as designated by the engineer.

3.14 PAINTING AND LABELLING

A. Galvanized pipe shall wash primed with proper material before painting. Application shall be
as per the manufacturer recommendation for pipe surface corrosion protection.
B. Contractor shall paint those portions of fire protection as required by Section 09900, "Painting
and Labelling".
C. Sprinkler system (e.g. inspector's tests, drain valves) shall be labelled with all information
required by NFPA Standard 13.
D. Labelling shall be accomplished with the use of permanently marked weatherproof metal or
rigid plastic identification signs. The signs shall be secured with corrosion resistant wire,
chain or other approved means. These signs shall be provided by the manufacturer,
manufacturer's representative or installer of the sprinkler system.
E. Sprinkler riser shall be labelled with building and sprinkler system riser numbers. Labelling
shall be accomplished with the use of approved self sticking labels. The color and size shall
contrast the surface that is applied to. RAL 3000 to be used .

3.15 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Perform Tests and Inspections

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1. Hydrostatic pressure testing shall be performed as per the requirement of NFPA before
any ceiling is installed below the sprinkler piping. Each water control valve shall be
fully opened and closed under water pressure proper operation.
2. Where sprinkler locations are roughed-in, using plugged drop nipples projecting below
the level of finished ceiling; the hydrostatic testing shall be performed two times.
a. First, after the system is completed using the plugged drops, and before the
ceiling panel is installed.
b. Second, after the plugged drop nipples are cut to length for the finished ceiling or
replaced with other drop nipples of correct length, and the sprinkler installed.
3. Prior to the acceptance of the installation, the Specialist Contractor shall, in the
presence of the engineer, subject the system to the tests required by NFPA for the
completion of the Contractor's Material and Test Certificate. In addition complete
operating test of dry pipe, water spray, standpipe and hose system shall be performed.
4. The system shall be complete, tested and ready for operation and shall include all
necessary and required connections and shall be accomplished prior to carpet
installation. Testing shall be as required to conform to current applicable requirements
of NFPA and local code authority. The serving authority having jurisdiction engineers
and owners shall be allowed to conduct such tests as may be required. Any cost in
connection with these, test is borne by the contractor.
5. Alarm Testing: Contractor shall be responsible for testing new alarms and modified
alarms installed under this contract. Defective alarms shall be replaced immediately.
6. Leak Test: After installation, charge systems and test for leaks. Repair leaks and retest
until no leaks exist.
7. Test and adjust controls and safeties. Replace damaged and malfunctioning controls
and equipment.
8. Flush, test and inspect sprinkler systems according to NFPA 13, "Systems Acceptance"
chapter.
9. Energize circuits to electrical equipment and devices.
10. Start and run excess pressure pumps.
11. Coordinate with fire alarm tests. Operate as required.
12. Coordinate with fire pump tests. Operate as required.
13. Verify that equipment hose threads are same as local fire department equipment
B. Sprinkler piping system will be considered defective if it does not pass tests and inspections.
C. Prepare test and inspection reports.

3.16 CLEANING
A. Clean dirt and debris from sprinklers
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3.17 DEMONSTRATION
A. Engage a factory authorized service representative to train Owner's maintenance personnel to
adjust, operate and maintain specialty valves and pressure maintenance pumps.

3.18 PIPING SCHEDULE

A. Piping between Fire Department Connections and Check Valves: Galvanized, standard weight
steel pipe with grooved ends; grooved end fittings; grooved-end pipe couplings; and grooved
joints
B. Sprinkler specialty fittings may be used, downstream of control valves, instead of specified
fittings.
C. Standard and High pressure wet type fire suppression sprinkler system piping shall be
galvanized, ERW to ASTM A-53, Sch. 40 Grade B.

3.19 SPRINKLER SCHEDULE

A. Use sprinkler types in subparagraphs below for the following applications:
1. Rooms without ceiling: Upright sprinklers
2. Rooms with suspended ceiling: Pendent sprinklers, recessed sprinklers, flush sprinklers
and concealed sprinklers as indicated in drawings.
3. Wall Mounting: Sidewall sprinklers
4. Space Subject to Freezing: Upright Sprinklers, Pendent, dry sprinklers as indicated in
drawings
5. Deluge Sprinkler System: open sprinklers
6. Special Applications: Extended-coverage, flow control, and quick response sprinklers
where indicated.
B. Provide sprinkler types in subparagraphs below with finishes indicated.
1. Concealed Sprinklers: Rough brass with factory painted white cover plate
2. Flush Sprinklers: Bright chrome, with painted white escutcheon
3. Recessed sprinklers: Bright chrome, with bright chrome escutcheon.
4. Residential sprinklers: Dull chrome
5. Upright, pendent and sidewall sprinklers: Chrome plated in finished spaces exposed to
view, rough bronze in unfinished spaces not exposed to view, wax coated where
exposed to acids, chemicals, or other corrosive fumes.

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SECTION 21 13 39_FOAM WATER SYSTEM

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and the following sections of the specification:
1. Section 104400 Fire Protection Specialties
2. Section 210500 Common Work Results for Fire Suppression
3. Section 210548 Vibration Controls for Fire Suppression Piping and Equipment
4. Section 211200 Fire Suppression Standpipes
5. Section 211313 Wet Pipe Fire Suppression Sprinklers
6. Section 212200 Clean Agent Extinguishing Systems
7. Section 213113 Electric Drive Centrifugal Fire Pumps
8. Section 213116 Diesel Drive Centrifugal Fire Pumps
9. Section 213400 Pressure Maintenance Pumps
10. Section 283112

1.2 SUMMARY
A. This Section includes fixed, low-expansion, AFFF fire extinguishing systems and the
following:
1. Concentrate piping and piping specialties
2. Proportioning tanks and proportioning devices
3. Foam concentrate
4. Discharge devices
5. Monitoring and alarm devices

1.3 DEFINITIONS
A. AFFF: Aqueous film-forming foam
B. AR-AFFF: Alcohol-resistant aqueous film-forming foam
C. ATS: Acceptance Testing Specifications

1.4 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

A. Description: Engineered, fixed, deluge, automatically actuated, low expansion, AFFF fire
extinguishing system for:
1. Flammable-liquid fires: System includes diaphragm proportioning tanks and devices as
described in NFPA 16 "Standard for the Installation of Foam-Water Sprinkler and Foam-
Water Spray System".
2. NFPA 418 "Standard for Heliports"
3. NFPA 110 "Standard for Emergency and Standby Power Systems"

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4. NFPA 37 "Standard Installation and Use of Stationary Combustion Engines and Gas
Turbines"

1.5 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Standard Piping System Component Working Pressure: Listed for at least 175 psig (1200 KPa).
B. Minimum design parameters to be used with the approval of authorities having jurisdiction are
as follows:
1. Solution: 3% foam-water solution minimum concentration, solution concentration shall
be verified by specialist vender for each type of application.
2. Sprinkler Spacing: Maximum of 100 sq.ft. (9.5 sq.m) per sprinkler, and maximum 12
foot (3.7 m) spacing for enclosed rooms only.
3. Design Density: Minimum 0.16 gpm/sq.ft. (0.108 l/s per sq.m)
4. Foam Supply: Minimum 10 minute discharge time
5. Water Supply: Minimum 60 minutes
6. Remote Area: Minimum 5000 sq.ft. (476 sq.m) design area for closed sprinkler systems.
Open sprinkler systems shall discharge over the entire system area.
7. Sprinkler Temperature Rating: Maximum 250 to 300 deg. F (121 to 149 deg C) at a roof
or ceiling and 135 to 170 deg F (57 to 77 deg. C) for intermediate sprinklers.
8. Discharge nozzles suitable for heliport applications. Locations and distributions of foam
nozzles shall be prepared by specialist approved vender.

1.6 SUBMITTALS
A. Product data for the following:
1. Piping and equipment restraints
2. Valves
3. Proportioning tanks and proportioning devices
4. Foam concentrate
5. Discharge devices. Include flow characteristics
6. Monitoring and alarm devices. Include electrical data
B. Shop Drawings: Signed and sealed by a qualified professional engineer. Include the following
for each hazard area, drawn to scale:
1. Include plans, elevations, sections, details and attachments to other work. Indicate
dimensions, weights, loads, and required clearances, method of field assembly,
components and location and size of each field connection.
2. Wiring Diagrams: Power signal, and control wiring
3. Design Calculations: For amount of foam concentrate required for each hazard area
4. Plans: Show the following:
a. Foam solution proportioning tanks and devices, piping, discharge devices,
monitoring and alarm devices, and accessories
b. Method of attaching hangers to building structure

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c. Fire alarm panel

d. Equipment and furnishings
C. Permit-Approved Drawings: Working plans, prepared according to NFPA 16 that have been
approved by authorities having jurisdiction. Include design calculations.
D. Welding certificates
E. Field quality control test reports
F. Operation and Maintenance Data: For foam fire extinguishing to include in emergency
operation and maintenance manuals. In addition to items specified in Division 01 Section
"Operation and Maintenance Data", include the following.
1. Valves and specialties
2. Proportioning tanks and proportioning devices
3. Foam concentrate
4. Discharge devices. Include flow characteristics
5. Monitoring and alarm devices.
G. Submit clause by clause specification compliance statement to indicate all specified parameters
are met.

1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Welding: Qualify processes and operators according to ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel
Code: Section IX.
B. Electrical Components, Devices and Accessories: Listed and labelled as defined in NFPA 70,
Article 100, by a testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, and marked for
intended use.
C. FMG Compliance: Provide components that are FMG approved and that are listed in FMG's
"Fire Protection Approval Guide".
D. UL Compliance: Provide equipment listed in UL's "Fire Protection Equipment Directory".

1.8 EXTRA MATERIALS

A. Furnish extra materials described below that match products installed and that are packaged
with protective covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.
B. Discharge Devices: Not less than 20 percent of amount of each type installed.
C. Foam concentrate: Not less than 200 percent of amount installed.

1.9 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

A. Prior to final acceptance, the installing fire fighting specialist contractor shall provide
operational training to each shift of the owner's personnel. Each training session shall include
system operation, manual and functions, trouble procedures, supervisory procedures, auxiliary
functions and emergency procedures.

1.10 WARRANTY
A. All fire fighting and sprinkler system including fire pump set components furnished, and
installed under this contract, shall be guaranteed against defects in design, materials and

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workmanship for the full warranty period which is standard with the manufacturer, but in no
case less than one (1) year from the date of system acceptance.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the
approved list of manufacturers attached separately,

2.2 PIPE AND FITTINGS

A. Steel Pipe: ASTM, A 53/A, ASTM A 135, ASTM 1 106 or ASTM A 795, Schedule 40 with
factory or field formed threaded ends.
1. Cast-Iron Threaded Flanges: ASME B16.1
2. Malleable-Iron Threaded Fittings: ASME B16.3
3. Gray-Iron Threaded Fittings: ASME B16.4
4. Butt Weld Fittings: ASTM A 234/ A 234M, Grade WPB, Schedule 40, Carbon steel butt-
weld fittings
5. Steel Threaded Pipe Nipples: ASTM A 733, made of ASTM A 53/A53M or ASTM A
106, Schedule 40, seamless steel pipe. Include ends matching joining method.
6. Steel threaded couplings: ASTM A 865
B. Refer to Division 21 Section "Common Work Results for Fire Suppression" for basic joining
materials.

2.3 VALVES
A. Ball Valves: Bronze body with threaded or flanges ends. Comply with UL 1091, except with
stainless steel ball instead of disc.

2.4 SPECIALTIES
A. Concentrate Storage tank: Buna-N, bladder type, proportioning tank complying with UL 162
and ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code: Section VII. Include bladder, internal piping, fill
and drain, pipe assembly, glass sight gage, piping and valves. Concentrate to be contained in
the bladder.
B. Orientation: Horizontal design with saddle or Vertical design with skirt support.
C. Proportioning Controller: Venturi type complying with UL 162 and of capacity to match design
at minimum and maximum flow.
D. Concentrate Control Valves: Water-operated ball or deluge valve designed to open with flow
through the proportioning controller.
E. Concentrate Strainers: Bronze body and stainless steel mesh strainer with minimum of 0.125
inch (3.2 mm) perforations to remove solids that would block system components.
F. Provide devices that comply with NFPA 16, are compatible with the foam concentrate, and are
designed to be drained and cleaned.

2.5 FOAM CONCENTRATE

A. Description: AFFF liquid concentrate, complying with NFPA 11 and UL 162 for making foam
water fire extinguishing foam solution.

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2.6 PRESSURE GAGES

A. Description: Comply with UL 393, with 3-1/2 inch (90 mm) minimum diameter dial 0 to 300
psi (1 to 2070 KPa) dial range, and caption "WATER" or "CONCENTRATE" on dial face.

2.7 DISCHARGE DEVICES

A. General: Discharge devices shall be listed and approved by UL and FM.
B. Sprinklers: Non-air aspirating type complying with UL 162 and suitable for discharging foam.
C. Spray Nozzles: Foam water spray nozzles including foam generator and distributing deflector
complying with UL 162 and designed to distribute foam or water in the absence of foam
solution in a special pattern peculiar to a particular head.

2.8 MONITORING DEVICES

A. Valve Supervisory Switches: UL 753, electrical, single pole, double throw, with normally
closed contacts. Include design that signals controlled valve is in other than fully open position.

2.9 ALARM DEVICES

A. Description: UL listed and FM approved, low voltage and surface mounting. Alarm and
monitoring devices are specified in Division 28 Section "Fire Detection and Alarm".

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 CONCENTRATE STORAGE TANK INSTALLATION

A. Install proportioning tanks on concrete bases. Concrete bases are specified in Division 21
Section "Common Work Results for Fire Suppression".
B. Install tank levels and plumb, according to layout drawings, original design, and references
standards. Maintain manufacturer's recommended clearances. Arrange units so controls and
devices needing service are accessible.
C. Anchor tanks to substrate.

3.2 PIPING APPLICATIONS

A. Flanged pipe and fittings and flanged joints may be used to connect to specialties and
accessories and where required for maintenance.
B. AFFF-Concentrate Piping: Steel Pipe, malleable or cast iron threaded fittings, and threaded
joints.
C. Foam solution piping is specified in Division 21 Section "Wet Pipe Sire Suppression Systems".

3.3 PIPING INSTALLATION

A. Install piping and other components level and plumb
B. Refer to Division 21 Section "Common Work Results for Fire Suppression", for basic pipe
installation and joint construction
C. Install proportioning tanks anchored to substrate
D. Install pipe and fittings, valves and discharge devices according to requirements listed in NFPA
16, "Installation of Deluge Foam-Water Sprinkler and Foam-Water Spray Systems".
1. Support piping using supports and methods according to NFPA 13
2. Install seismic restraints for proportioning tanks and piping systems.
3. Install monitoring and alarm devices according to NFPA 16 and NFPA 72.

3.4 CONNECTIONS
A. Piping installation requirements are specified in Division 21 Section "Wet Pipe Fire
Suppression System". Drawings indicate general requirement of piping, fittings and specialties.
B. Provide concentrate control, maintenance service, and drain valves with piping to permit
maintenance of the foam concentrate with continuous sprinkler system service.
C. Install proportioning controller in fire suppression piping to provide coverage to area indicated
on Drawings.
D. Install piping adjacent to equipment to allow service and maintenance.
E. Connect electrical devices to building's fire alarm system. Electrical power, wiring and devices
are specified in Division 28 Section "Fire Detection and Alarm".

3.5 LABELLING
A. Install labelling on piping, equipment and panels according to Division 21 "Wet Pipe Fire
Suppression Systems".

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3.6 CHARGING SYSTEM

A. Fill proportioning tanks with foam concentrate after field quality control testing is complete and
satisfactory results have been achieved.

3.7 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Inspection: Engage the services of a qualified professional engineer to inspect installed fire-
extinguishing systems, prepare installation report, and certify that installation complied with
the Contract Documents, calculations and requirements of Authorities Having Jurisdiction.
B. Comply with operating instructions and procedures in NFPA 16 "Acceptance Tests" Chapter.
Include the following tests and inspection to demonstrate compliance with requirements:
1. Check mechanical items
2. Inspect equipment and fire-extinguishing foam concentrate, and check mountings for
adequate anchoring to substrate.
3. Check electrical systems
4. Flush piping
5. Perform acceptance test
6. Perform pressure test
7. Perform operating test
8. Perform discharge test
9. Correct malfunctioning equipment, then retest to demonstrate compliance. Replace
equipment that cannot be satisfactorily corrected or does not perform as specified and
indicated, then retest to demonstrate compliance. Repeat procedure until satisfactory
results are obtained.
10. Report test results promptly and in writing to Architect and Authorities having
Jurisdiction.
C. Perform the following field tests and inspections and prepare test reports:
1. After installing foam fire extinguishing piping system and after electrical circuit has been
energized, test for compliance with requirements.
2. Perform each electrical test and visual and mechanical inspection stated in NETA ATS,
"Inspection and Test Procedures" and 'System Function tests". Certify compliance with
test parameters.
3. Leak Test: After installation, charge system and test for leaks. Repair leaks and retest
until no leaks exist.
4. Operational Test: After electrical circuitry has been energized, start systems to confirm
proper unit operation.
5. Test and adjust control and safeties. Replace damaged and malfunctioning controls and
equipment.
D. Remove and replace malfunctioning units and retest as specified above.

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SECTION 21 22 00_CLEAN AGENT EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE OF WORK

A. This specification outlines the requirements of a "Total Flood" Clean Agent Fire Suppression
System with automatic detection and control. The work described in the specification includes
all engineering, labour, materials, equipment and services necessary and requires, completing
and testing the suppression system.

1.2 WORK INCLUDED

A. Design & Engineering of Clean Agent fire suppression system
B. Prepare workshop drawing and technical submittals
C. Perform flow calculation
D. Clean Agent gas storage cylinders filled with gas and all hardware accessories
E. Gas cartridge actuators and release interface modules
F. Cylinder manifold and discharge piping
G. Discharge nozzles
H. Gas low pressure switch and gas discharge pressure switch
I. Fire detection and alarm system c/w ionisation smoke detectors, optical smoke detectors,
manual release, Auto/manual selector switch, abort unit, first stage alarm bell, second stage
sounder, strobe horn, gas cartridge warning sign and associated cabling etc.
J. Gas release control panel
K. Interlock wiring and conduit for shutdown of HVAC, dampers and/or electric power supplies,
relays or shunt trip breakers.
L. Providing drop curtains for any permanent openings
M. Integrity test and functional test
N. Training to client representative
O. Provide As-built drawings and Operation Maintenance Manuals
P. Sealing of openings to maintain the protected room enclosure as Air Tight

1.3 RELATED WORKS

A. Section 104400 Fire Protection Specialties
B. Section 210500 Common Work Results for Fire Suppression
C. Section 210548 Vibration Controls for Fire Suppression Piping and Equipment
D. Section 283112

1.4 REFERENCES
A. NFPA 2001 Clean Agent Fire Extinguishing Systems
B. NFPA 70 National Electrical Code
C. NFPA 72 Standard Fire Alarm System

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D. ASTM A 120 Steel Pipe, Welded or Seamless, Black or galvanized Dimensions (BS
1387) Ref: "Steel" in schedule.
E. ASTM A 106 Steel pipe, black, for high temperature service (BS 1600, Part 1) Ref:
"Wrought Steel" in schedule.
F. ASME B16.9 Pipe Fittings of wrought Carbon Steel or Alloy Steel for moderate and
elevated temperatures.
G. ANSI B2.1 Pipe Threads (BS 21)
H. ASME B16.1 Cast Iron Flanges (BS 4504)
I. ANSI B16.5 Steel Flanges (BS 1560)
J. ANSI B16.3 Black or Galvanized Malleable Iron Threaded Pipe Fittings (BS 143/ISO R 7)
K. ANSI B16.11 Black or galvanized Malleable Iron Threaded Pipe Fittings (BS 143/ ISO R 7)
L. ANSI B16.21 Non-metallic gasket for pipe flanges
M. BS7786 PTFE (Teflon) tape for Thread Sealing Applications
N. ANSI B31.1 Power Piping
O. AWS B2.1 Standard for Building Service Piping
P. ASME Sec. 9 Welding and Bracing Qualifications
Q. API 600 General Design Specifications for gate, Globe and Check valves (BS 1414, BS
1873, and BS 1868 respectively).
R. ANSI B 16.34 Pressure temperature ratings of valves (BS 5351, BS 1560)
S. ANSI B 16.10 Face to face dimensions of cast iron gate, globe and check valves (BS 2080)
T. ANSI B16.5 End flange dimensions of cast steel valves (BS 1560)
U. The standard listed, as well as all other applicable codes and standards shall be used as
"Minimum" design standards. Also to be considered are good engineering practices.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. The requirements of the following organizations shall conform with, as appropriate:
1. Local Civil Defence or Authority Having Jurisduction
2. National Fire Protection Association of USA (NFPA)
B. The clean agent system shall be executed only by a specialist contractor licensed/approved for
the purpose, by Civil Defence.
C. Clean Agent System and the components shall be listed or approved by UL, FM, Fire Office
Committee, UK or other approved agencies of international repute.
D. The contractor shall submit the shop drawings and materials used for the works covered by
this Section to Local Civil Defence or Authority Having Jurisduction, and obtain their
approval. The approval shall be submitted to the Engineer prior to placing any order or
proceeding with any installation.
E. Refer to electrical specification for system power supply ratings, de-rating factors, fault levels
of breaker and other similar general criteria. These shall be binding and mandatory for works
covered by this section.

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F. Valves and similar control gear shall have the manufacturer's name or logo, size, pressure
rating and direction of flow cast-on, on the body. Uniformity shall be maintained in respect of
connection standards (Threads or flanges), throughout. Where this is not practical due to
justifiable reasons; compatibility shall be ensured by using appropriate adaptors, conversion
spools, mating flanges and the like; with the written approval of the Engineer.
G. Pipes incorporated in the works shall have the standard of manufacturer, type, class or rating
etc. continuously printed or marked otherwise in compliance with the with the standard of
manufacturer. Materials without such identification shall be rejected.
H. The contractor must comply with the requirements of Estidama Credit RE-R3: Ozone Impacts
of Refrigerants and Fire Suppression Systems.
1. All refrigerants and gaseous fire suppression systems used in the project should have an
ozone depletion potential (ODP) of 0 (zero).
2. Contractor must adhere to the documentation requirements of this credit, as follows:
a.
and their ODP.

1.6 SUBMITTALS
A. The installing contractor shall submit the following information for approval to the Local Fire
Prevention Agency, Owner's Insurance Underwriter, Architect/Engineer and all other
Authorities having Jurisdiction before starting installation:
1. Product data, samples and shop drawings shall be submitted under provisions of the
general conditions of Contract.
2. Field installation layout drawings detailing the location of all agent storage tanks, pipe
runs, including pipe sizes and lengths, control panel(s), detectors, manual pull stations,
abort stations, audible and visual alarms, etc.
3. Auxiliary details and information such as maintenance panels, door holders, special
sealing requirements and equipment shutdowns.
4. Separate layouts or drawings shall be provided to each level (i.e: room, underflow and
above ceiling) and for mechanical and electrical work.
5. A separate layout or drawings shall show isometric details of agent storage containers,
mounting details and proposed pipe runs and sizes.
B. Electrical layout drawings shall show the location of all devices and include point to point
conduit runs and description of the method(s) used for detector mounting.
C. Internal control panel wiring diagram shall include power supply requirements and field
wiring termination points.
D. Graphic annunciator wiring schematics and dimensioned display panel illustration shall be
provided.
E. Complete hydraulic flow calculations from a UL listed computer program, for all engineered
clean agent system.

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F. Provide calculations for the battery standby power supply taking into consideration the power
requirements of all alarms, initiating devices and auxiliary components under full load
conditions.
G. A complete sequence of operation detailing all alarm devices, shutdown functions, remote
signalling, damper operation, time delay and agent discharge for each zone or system.
H. Listing/approval certificated, stating that the system and its components only with NFPA
requirements shall be submitted.
I. Submit clause by clause specification compliance statement to confirm specified parameters
are met.

1.7 DELIVERY STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Products shall be delivered to site, stored and protected under provisions of the general
conditions of the Contract.
B. Weatherproof covering on control panels, operating mechanism etc. shall be retained until
commissioning.

1.8 SYSTEM INTERFACES

A. Power supply connections shall be extended to the isolating switch provided by the electrical
trade.
B. Interlocking wiring shall be extended up to the starter panels of HVAC equipment, standby
diesel generator set etc. for the purpose of shutting off the equipment in the event of fire.
C. Terminal blocks shall be provided in the system control panel for the purpose of annunciation
of fire condition in Clean Agent protected areas, in the building fire alarm panel.

1.9 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

A. Prior to final acceptance, the installing fire fighting specialist contractor shall provide
operational training to each shift of the owner's personnel. Each training session shall include
system operation, manual and functions, trouble procedures, supervisory procedures, auxiliary
functions and emergency procedures.

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

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements and/or as per Approved
Manufacturer's List attached separately.

2.2 CLEAN AGENT SYSTEM CONTROL PANEL

A. The control panel shall be of solid state, modular construction, capable of executing the
following:
1. Fire alarm indication General and zonal
2. Fault indication general and zonal
3. Audible (buzzer) alarm for fault indication and fire alarm diversion
4. Monitoring of clean agent storage pressure
5. System status indication at each zone
6. Manual selection of the following by a key operated electrical switch:
a. System in "Automatic Mode"
b. Sound evacuation alarm
c. Cancel alarm
d. Reset system
e. Test fault
f. Test fire
7. Holding of fire doors in open position
B. The control panel shall execute the following on receipt of signal from the first circuit:
1. Sound general fire alarm
2. Shut down interlocked equipment
3. Release magnetically held doors
4. Activate building fire alarm system
5. Activate first circuit of extinguishing lock off unit.
C. The control panel shall execute the following on receipt of signal from the second circuit:
1. Sound evacuation alarm
2. Activate second circuit of extinguishing lock off unit which initiates discharge time
delay.
3. Initiate cylinder release and directional valve opening circuits at the end of time delay
4. Release fire curtains
D. The control panel shall have a mains powers supply unit comprising the following:
1. Lockable isolator switch fuse suitable for 220V/240V/ 1ph/50 Hz supply, rated 15
amps.
2. Solid state rectifier for 24 DC output
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E. The control panel shall have a standby power supply unit comprising the following:
1. Constant potential type battery charger suitable for 220V/240V/1ph/50Hz input and 24
volts DC output of appropriate current rating.
2. Lead Acid battery bank for 24 volts (min. 6.0 AH) output, to provide 48 hours standby
power and one (1) hour full alarm power.
3. Battery connected indicator

2.3 SMOKE DETECTORS

A. Optical or Ionization type protected against ingress of dust and dirt, suitable for use in areas
with high wind velocity or fluctuating environmental conditions. The detachable base shall
have indication for fire conditions and facility for connecting to remote indicators.

2.4 BEAM DETECTORS

A. Optical or laser type of construction suitable for installation in cable trenches

2.5 GRAPHIC ANNUNCIATION

A. The unit shall be suitable for recessed installation and shall have three (3) nos. panel type
lamps indicating the following:
1.
2. manual discharge only
3. Red Extinguishant discharge
B. Status indicators shall be installed outside each zone, preferably above the door. Provide as
many as the number of doors.

2.6 LOCK OFF AND MANUAL DISCHARGE STATION

A. The unit shall have key operated electrical switch with the following positions and
manual discharge break glass station as single combined unit or as separate units;
suitable for recessed installation:
1. Normal running (system automatic)
2. System locked off
3. Evacuation alarm
4. Manual discharge
B. Lock off and manual discharge station shall be installed at 130 cm above finished floor level
at the main entry to each zone.

2.7 MAGNETIC DOOR HOLDERS

A. The unit shall compromise of a solenoid and keeper plate. The solenoid shall be housed in a
robust metal base with manual push button release on one side. The keeper plate shall have an
integral swivel to accommodate misalignment and shall be attached to the door. In normal
conditions, the solenoid shall be energized and will hold the door when swung back close to
it.

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B. Disruption of power supply either by the detector or by the manual release shall collapse the
magnetic field or release the door.

2.8 ABORT STATION

A. Banshee type electronic sounder which produces continuous distinctive sounds. These shall
be mounted outside the room 20 cm above the door.

2.9 AUDIBLE ALARM DEVICE

A. Alarm bell shall be under dome type of 150 mm (6 inch) size, fitted with circuitry for line
fault monitoring. The unit shall be mounted outside the Clean Agent Room at 220 cm above
finished floor level.

2.10 CLEAN AGENT

A. Cylinders shall be certified and stamped by the US Department of Transportation or equal,
approved authority for storage of Halon at the super pressurization pressure.
B. Super-pressurization shall be 2069 KPa (360 psig) or 4137 KPa (600 psig) at 21 deg, C (70
deg. F) at the discretion of the specialist supplier, subject to condition that all the system
components shall be compatible and selected for this pressure and that refilling facilities are
available in UAE.
C. Super pressurization pressure shall not be accepted as a reason for increasing the number of
cylinders, equipment area or any such claim involving additional expense to the client.
D. Filling density shall not exceed 1123 kg/cu.m (70 lbs/cu.ft) and shall not be less than 640
kg/cu.m (40 lbs/cu.ft).
E. Cylinder Banks: Required number of cylinders shall be arranged together and attached to a
structural steel framework, which in turn shall be anchored to the floor / wall to prevent
displacement.
F. The cylinders shall be positioned at least 10 cm above the finished floor level.
G. The Clean Agent discharge manifold shall be securely attached to the same steel framework.
H. Cylinder Valves shall be of brass construction, pressure seated, high flow rate design,
incorporating a brass steel piston with seal, pressure releasing pilot check assembly, safety
disc assembly, pressure outlet port and facility for connecting emergency manual release
mechanisms.
I. Valve actuators shall be electrically operated electric/pneumatic type for use with cylinder
banks.
J. The cylinder shall be fitted with a siphon tube to enable efficient discharge.
K. The cylinder valve shall be provided with suitable trim to prevent rocking or spinning of the
cylinder during discharge conditions, in the event of the cylinder being not properly fixed in
position.
L. Flexible Connections: Metallic flexible hoses of appropriate pressure rating, with union ends
shall be used for the discharge of Clean Agent from the cylinder to the manifold.
M. Non return valve of brass construction shall be built inside the entry to the manifold from
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N. Discharge Pressure-switch assembly shall be mounted on the cylinder valve and shall be
connected to the system control panel for cylinder pressure monitoring.
O. Clean Agent Storage: Clean Agent storage shall be sufficient to produce the minimum
recommended concentration in the respective zones in the system, allowing for leakage and
any other losses.

2.11 NOZZLES
A. Nozzles shall be of chrome plated brass or aluminium alloy construction, of appropriate type
and size to suit individual instances. The nozzles shall be drilled only after making
computations based on actual as-built piping. The nozzles shall have the orifice size and mode
of installation (horizontal/vertical, etc) punched on the body.

2.12 PIPES AND FITTINGS

A. Requirements of Section 210500 and Section 211200 shall be referred to and complied with
in respect of standard(s) of manufacture of pipes and fittings.
B. Piping Schedule:
TYPE SERVICE LOCATION TYPE
Galvanized Steel
Piping up to 50mm dia. All
Sch.80, seamless
Clean Agent
System Galvanized Steel
Piping up to 65mm dia. All Sch.80, seamless
and Above
C. Joints:
1. Galvanized steel, 50 mm (2 inch) nom. dia. and less: Threaded, with Teflon tape or
joining compound (non-toxic) applied to pipe threads.
2. Black Steel: Electric arc (A/C) welded joints.
3. Piping joints shall be rated for 2070 KPa (300 psig) working air pressure at 121 deg. C
(250 deg. F).
D. Flanges, Unions and Couplings:
1. For pipe sizes 50 mm (2 inch) nom. dia. and under: Malleable iron unions with brass
seat, threaded ends.
2. For pipe sizes 65 mm (2-1/2 inch) nom. dia. and over: Cast/forged steel welding neck
flanges.
3. Compressed fibre gaskets shall be used for flanges (use of rubber gasket is prohibited).

2.13 SUPPORTS AND HANGERS

A. Section 211200 shall be referred to and complied with in all respects.
B. Horizontal Piping at Ceiling: Band type hanger with locking sleeve and back nut.
C. Horizontal Piping near Walls: Fabricated steel wall back plate. Use U-bolt with stop and lock
nuts attaching pipe to bracket.
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E. Vertical Piping in Clean Agent Room: Offset riser clamp

2.14 SEALANTS FOR OPENINGS

A. Fibreglass cloth bags filled with mineral fibres shall be used for sealing cable entry openings
in fire rated walls / floors.
B. Sleeves of schedule 40 shall be used at all pipe penetrations. Annular space shall be packed
with 96 kg/cu.m (6 lbs/cu.ft) fibreglass and both sides caulked with fire rated sealant.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 COORDINATION
A. Requirements of Section 211200 and 211313 shall be referred to and complied with.

3.2 SELECTION AND INSTALLATION

A. Clean Agent System Control Panel:
1. Panels shall be fabricated from minimum 1.5 mm thick sheet steel with continuously
welded butt joints. Two coats of red oxide primer and two coats of baked on Fire Red
enamel shall be applied on the panels. All required holes and cut outs shall be done at
the factory. The enclosure standard shall be IP-44 as minimum requirement.
2. The internal wiring shall be done in a neat and professional manned using cable ties,
slip-on spiral bundle sheets etc. Ample free lengths shall be provided to allow the full
swing of doors.
3. Panels shall be stiffened with profiled sections welded to the back plate, as required for
wall mounting. Panel shall be mounted with the top at 180 cm above FFL.
4. Inside of battery compartment of panels, shall be specially treated to resist corrosion
from the battery electrolyte.
B. Detectors:
1. Detectors shall be proof against false operation by the presence of suspended dust in
the room.
2. Smoke detectors installed in rooms without proper sealing against the entry of dust are
prone to false operation. The Contractor shall identify and highlight such hazards to the
Engineer for suitable remedial measures.
3. Conduit and Wiring
4. Stranded copper, PVC insulated, color coded wires of appropriate size shall be used for
all power and control wiring.
5. Crimped on brass terminal lugs shall be used for the termination of wires. Terminals
shall be numbered using slip-on numbering ferrules for quick identification.
6. Heavy duty galvanized iron conduits shall be used for all exposed wiring. These shall
be fixed to walls/ceiling with 2 piece clamps, spaced at no more than 120 cm.
7. Project electrical specifications shall be referred to and complied with in all respects.
C. Piping:
1. Section 210500 and 211200 shall be referred to and complied with, in all respects.
2. Tee fittings after cylinder manifold shall be installed in the horizontal plane only;
vertical side cuts shall be prohibited.
3. The piping shall be blown out with compressed air, before fixing nozzles.
D. Electrical Power Supply:
1. As far as possible, the power supply for the system shall be obtained from the standby
power supply system.
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1. This shall be fabricated with metered, fully welded butt joints. The joints shall be
finished by grinding and two (2) coats of primer and two (2) coats of fire red enamel
applied to the completed assembly.
F. Signage:
1. Identification labels and warning signs in English and Arabic shall be provided as
appropriate.

3.3 PIPE SUPPORTS AND HANGERS

A. Section 211200 shall be referred to and complied within all respects.

3.4 PIPING PROTECTION

A. The following protective coating / wrapping shall be given to piping. Piping above louvered
ceiling shall be painted black as further described in architectural finish schedule.
B. Galvanized steel piping, exposed and in ceiling spaces:
1. Two coats of zinc chromate primer
2. Two coats of fire red enamel paint
C. Galvanized steel piping, concealed in shafts
1. Two coats of zinc chromate primer
2. Two coats of coal tar enamel
D. Black steel piping, exposed and in ceiling spaces:
1. Two coats red oxide primer
2. Two coats of fire red enamel paint
E. Black steel piping, concealed in shafts
1. Two coats of red oxide primer
2. Two coats of coal tar enamel

3.5 INSPECTION, TEST AND ADJUSTMENTS

A. During the manufacture (at Contractor's premises only) and installation and after completion
of works; the system, sections of the system or its components shall be tested by the specialist
Contractor in the presence of the Engineer, as directed below or elsewhere. The Contractor
shall procure all testing instruments and accessories and bear all costs in connection with the
same.
B. Basic materials for conformity with the specified standard
C. Supports and anchors for ability to withstand required loads.
D. Piping in general for line, level and slopes. Pressure tightness at 690 KPa (100 psig)
air/nitrogen prior to installation of nozzles
E. Standby battery power pack for capacity, charging, duration of supervision power
maintenance, etc
F. Smoke detectors using calibrated smoke generating equipment. Immeasurable sources shall
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etc. for proper operation, alarm and interlock functions. Disconnect valve operating link from
solenoid during such tests.
G. Live Clean Agent discharge test in any one zone at the Contractor's option. All system
operational parameters including time delays, alarms and clean agent concentration shall be
measured and recorded. Test shall be repeated if results are not satisfactory.
H. System performance checks (including detectors, lock-off station, manual discharge, alarms
and interlocks), to be conducted prior to substantial completion
I. The Contractor shall coordinate with the Civil Defense, arrange and facilitate their visit to site
during system tests, and obtain their approval.

3.6 SYSTEM DEMONSTRATION

A. The services of a competent engineer shall be provided by the Contractor to supervise the
testing and commissioning of all equipment and the system and to train the Owner's personnel
in all aspects of the same during a five (5) working day period, during normal hours. All
expenses in connection with the above shall be allowed for by the Contractor.
B. The system demonstrations shall be conducted only after the substantial completion of the
project. A minimum of one week's written notice shall be given and the Owner's written
consent obtained, prior to such demonstrations.

3.7 MAINTENANCE
A. The following activities shall be allowed for, by the Contractor, in respect of the complete
system, for a period of two (10) calendar years from the date of substantial completion.
B. Defect liability/breakdown maintenance, inclusive of replacement parts.
C. Preventive maintenance as scheduled, inclusive of replacement parts and consumables.
D. Attending to emergency situations, this may damage property or endanger lives, even outside
normal working hours.
E. A written report, detailing the maintenance work performed; including dates, parts replaced
etc, shall be submitted to the Owner.
F. The Owner's personnel shall be allowed to witness or participate (without damaging
interference) in the above activities.

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SECTION 21 31 13_ELECTRIC DRIVE CENTRIFUGAL FIRE PUMPS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
conditions and the following section of the specification:
1. Section 104400 Fire Protection Specialties
2. Section 210500 Common Work Results for Fire Suppression
3. Section 210548 Vibration Controls for Fire Suppression Piping and Equipment
4. Section 211200 Fire Suppression Standpipes
5. Section 211313 Wet Pipe Fire Suppression Sprinklers
6. Section 211339 Foam Water Sprinklers
7. Section 212200 Clean Agent Extinguishing Systems
8. Section 213116 Diesel Drive Centrifugal Fire Pumps
9. Section 213400 Pressure Maintenance Pumps
10. Section 283112 Digital Addressable Fire Alarm System "not specified in this section"

1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section includes:
1. Horizontal Split-case fire pumps
2. Fire pump accessories and specialties
3. Flow meter system

1.3 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Seismic Performance: Fire pumps shall withstand the effects of earthquake motions
determined according determined according to ASCE/SEI 7.
B. The term "withstand" means "the unit will remain in place without separation of any parts
from the device when subjected to the seismic forces specified and the unit will be fully
operational after the seismic event.
C. Pump Equipment, accessory and specialty pressure rating: 300 psi (2070 KPa) minimum
unless higher pressure rating is indicated.

1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated. Include rated capacities, operating
characteristics, performance curves, electrical characteristics, and furnished specialties and
accessories.
B. Shop Drawings: For fire pumps, motor drivers, and fire pump accessories and specialties.
Include plans, elevations, sections, details and attachments to other work.

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1. Detail equipment assemblies and indicate dimensions, weights, loads, required

clearances, method of field assembly, components and location and size of each field
connection.
2. Wiring Diagrams: For power, signal and control wiring.
C. Product Certificates: For each fire pump, from manufacturer
D. Source quality control reports
E. Field quality control reports
F. Operation and Maintenance Data: For fire pumps to include in operation and maintenance
manuals.
G. Submit clause by clause specification compliance statement to indicate all specified
parameters are met.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Electrical Components, Devices and Accessories: Listed and labelled as defined in NFPA 70,
by a qualified testing agency and marked for intended location and application.
B. NFPA Compliance: Comply with NFPA 20, "Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire
Protection".
C. Factory visit shall be provided by Contractor for Employer representative to witness factory
testing of Fire Pump before shipment.

1.6 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate sizes and locations of concrete bases with actual equipment provided.

1.7 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

A. Prior to final acceptance, the installing fire fighting specialist contractor shall provide
operational training to each shift of the owner's personnel. Each training session shall include
system operation, manual and functions, trouble procedures, supervisory procedures, auxiliary
functions and emergency procedures.

1.8 WARRANTY
A. Provide one year complete warranty of the product and workmanship to include both all parts
and labour, from date of formal acceptance of the MEP system by client, after handing over.
B. Furnish the client with manufacturer's guarantee and warranty certificates, duly registered
with the manufacturer.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements and/or as per Approved
Manufacturer's List attached separately.

2.2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR FIRE PUMPS

A. Description: UL 448, factory-assembled and tested, centrifugal fire pump capable of
furnishing not less than 150 percent of rated capacity at not less than 65 percent of total rated
head with shut off head limited to 140 percent of total rated head.
B. Fire pump set shall be components of main fire pump, standby fire pump and pressure
maintenance pump with dedicated controllers and ancillaries.
C. Equipment like Fire Pumps, Jockey Pumps, Fire Pump Drivers, Fire Pump controllers and
Fire Pump accessories shall be UL Listed/FM approved and shall be to the approval of AHJ.
D. Components such as fuses, contractors, indicators, timers, etc. which may require replacement
in future, shall be products of the same standard/manufacture as that of the electric works of
the project
E. Equipment like fire pumps, jockey pumps and the control panels shall have local dealers
representatives certified to check, test, adjust and commission the equipment.
F. Fire Pump shall be Single Stage Horizontal Mounted Split Case Fire Pumps: Double Suction
Type with pump driver mounted on the same base.
G. Base: Fabricated and attached to fire pump and driver unit with reinforcement to resist
movement of pump during seismic events when base is anchored to building substrate.
H. Finish: Red paint applied to factory-assembled and tested unit before shipping.

2.3 HORIZONTALLY MOUNTED, SINGLE STAGE , SPLIT CASE FIRE PUMPS

A. Main fire pump shall be electric motor driven pump, motor shall be UL-Listed, FM approved
and NEMA MGI, complying with NFPA 20 and NFPA 70. Include wiring compatible with
controller used.
B. Electric motor, type and construction shall be as follows:
1. Type: Squirrel cage induction, delta wound
2. Enclosure: TEFC
3. Service factor: 1.0
4. Power factor: 0.85 minimum at full load
5. Insulation: Class F
6. Temperature rise: Class B
7. Electrical supply: 400v/3ph/50 Hz
C. Suitable for use in indoor and outdoor applications involving severe duty conditions such as
high humidity or salty atmospheres.
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E. Working Pressure: Pump casing and flanges shall be suitable for working water pressure of 24
bar at 121 deg. C (250 deg F.)
F. Motor Power Rating: The motor shall be rated for continuous operation of 150% of the pump
nominal flow. Additional capacity available from motor service factors exceeding unit may be
used in working out the motor power ratings in limiting cases. The motor acceleration period
(star to delta change over) shall not exceed 10 seconds.
G. Pump:
1. Standard: UL 448 for split case pumps for fire service.
2. Casing: Axially split case, cast iron with ASME B16.1 pipe-flange connections.
3. Impeller: Cat Bronze, statically and dynamically balanced, and keyed to shaft.
4. Wear Rings: Replaceable bronze
5. Shaft and Sleeve: Stainless Sleeve.
6. Shaft Bearings: Grease lubricated ball bearings in cast iron housing.

7. Seals: Stuffing box with minimum of four rings of graphite impregnated braided yarn and bronze packing
gland.
8. Mounting: Pump and driver shafts are horizontal, with pump and driver on same base.
9. Case Wearing Ring: Bronze
10. Base Plate: Fabricated Steel
H. Coupling: Flexible and capable of absorbing torsional vibration and shaft misalignment.
Include metal coupling guard.
I. Driver:
1. Standard: UL 1004A
2. Type: Electric motor; NEMA MG 1, polyphase Design B
J. Capacities and Characteristics: See schedules on drawings for capacities, motor power ratings
and characteristics.

2.4 ELECTRIC MOTOR DRIVEN FIRE PUMP CONTROLLER (UL LISTED AND FM
APPROVED)
A. Fire Pump Controllers, General: UL 218 and NFPA 20; listed of electric-drive, fire pump
service and service entrance; combined automatic operation manual operation; factory
assembled and wired; and factory tested for capacities and electrical characteristics.
B. Rate controllers for schedules fire pump horsepower and short circuit withstand rating at least
equal to short circuit current available at controller location. Take into consideration cable
size and distance from substation or supply transformer.
C. Where fire pumps are electric motor driven. Fire pump controller shall be provided with auto
power transfer switch to switch over to emergency or backup power in case of a failure of
main supply. Auto power transfer switch shall be UL 218 and UL 1008 requirement/FM
approved attached to fire pump controller. Include enclosure complying with UL 50, Type 2,
with automatic transfer switch rating at least equal to fire pump motor horsepower. Include
ampere rating not less than 115 percent of motor full load current and suitable for switching
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D. The controller shall be of combined manual and automatic type suitable for star (Wye) delta
starting at 400 v/3 ph/50 Hz. Refer to schedules on drawings for power ratings.
E. The fire pump motor controller shall be UL Listed and FM approved. It shall be completely
assembles, wired and tested by the control manufacturer before shipment from factory, and
shall be labelled "Fire Pump Controller". The controller shall be locked as does as practical
and within sight of the motor, preferably, mounted on the pump skid.
F. The controller shall be so located or protected that it will not be injured by water escaping
from the pump connection. The controller shall be of combined manual and automatic auto
transfer type and shall be complete with:
1. Disconnect switch externally operable, quick-break type
2. Circuit breaker time delay type with trips in all phases set of 300% of the motor full
load current.
3. Motor starter, capable of being energized automatically through the pressure switch or
manually by means of an externally operable handle. Motor starter shall be of the auto
transformer type.
4. Pressure switch, of adjustable type.
5. Running period timer set to keep motor operation, when started automatically, for a
minimum period of one minute of each 1- HP motor rating, but not to exceed 7
minutes.
6. Pilot lamp to indicate circuit breaker closed and power available.
7. Ammeter test link and voltmeter test studs.
8. Alarm relay to energize an audible or visible alarm through an independent source of
power to indicate circuit breaker open or power failure.
9. Manual selection station a two position station shall be provided on the enclosure
marked "Automatic or Non-Automatic".
10. Means shall be provided on the Controller to operate an alarm signal continuously
while pump is running.
11. Facilities for remote indication of the following at both the Fire Alarm and BMS.
12. Power available
13. Pump running
14. Power failure
G. Controls, device, alarm, functions and operation listed in NFPA 20 as required for drivers and
controller types used, and specific items listed.
1. Mains isolator switch (4 pole) and circuit breaker combination, mechanically
interlocked to operate with a single, flange mounted, external handle. The interlocking
shall be such that the circuit breaker (with minimum 22 K Amps rupturing capacity)
will engage or break the load current. Both of the above shall be suitable for
padlocking in ON or OFF position and shall be interlocked with the panel door;
restricting access to the controller with the switch in "ON" position, except by a hidden
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2. Power on (supply healthy) indicator wired normally closed contacts of the power
available relays to give true indication. Loss of power in any one phase shall cause the
light to go off.
3. Pump on demand indicator.
4. Pump run indicator
5. Manual, pump start and stop push buttons
6. Emergency start lever with latch
7. Adjustable, 10-300 psi, combination pressure gauge switch, mounted on the enclosure
flange. Extended piping to outside of the panel with union. Pressure switch shall be
wired for automatic start only.
8. Starter contractor with auxiliary relays.
9. Fused control power circuit, with voltage not exceeding 240 v / 1 ph / 50 Hz. Use
transformers where appropriate.
10. Terminal block for interlocking wiring.
11. Earthing bar for equi-potential bonding.

2.5 FIRE PUMP ACCESSORIES AND SPECIALTIES

A. Automatic Air Release Valves: Comply with NFPA 20 for installation in fire pump casing.
B. Circulation Relief Valves: UL 1478, brass spring loaded; for installation in pump discharge
piping.
C. Relief Valves:
1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements.
2. Description: UL 1478, cast iron body with bronze trim, angle pattern, and pilot
operated diaphragm valve. The valve shall be rated class 300, factory preset at 7.5 bars
(110 psig) and shall be bypass (to pump suction) type. Provide pressure gauge with
unit
D. Inlet Fitting: Eccentric tapered reducer at pump suction inlet
E. Outlet Fitting: Concentric tapered reducer at pump discharge outlet.
F. Discharge Cone: Closed Type
G. Hose Valve Manifold Assembly:
1. Standard: Comply with requirements in NFPA 20
2. Header Pipe: ASTM A 53 / A 53 M. Schedule 40, galvanized steel with ends threaded
according to ASME B1.20.1.
3. Header Pipe Fittings: ASME B16.4, galvanized cast iron threaded fittings
4. Automatic Drain Valve: UL 1726
5. Manifold:
a. Test Connections: Comply with UL 405 except provide outlets without clappers
instead in inlets.
b. Body: Flush type, brass or ductile iron, with number of outlets required by NFPA
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c. Nipples: ASTM A 53 / A 53M, Schedule 40, galvanized steel pipe with ends
threaded according to ASME B1.20.1.
d. Adapters and Caps with Chain: Brass and bronze, with outlet threaded according
to NFPA 1963 and matching local fire department threads.
e. Escutcheon Plate: Brass or bronze; rectangular
f. Hose Valves: UL 668, bronze, with outlet threaded according to NFPA 1963 and
matching local fire departments threads.
g. Exposed Parts Finish: Polished
h. Escutcheon Plate Marking: Equivalent to "FIRE PUMP TEST"

2.6 FLOW METER SYSTEMS

A. Description: UL Listed or FM Approved, fire pump flow meter system with capability to
indicate flow to not less than 175 percent of fire pump rated capacity. Stainless steel, shunt
orifice type flow meter complete with mating flanges; fixed, direct reading type meter with
safety housing; copper capillary connections; strainer; shutoff cocks, etc. all as approved by
FOC.

2.7 GROUT
A. Standard: ASTM C 1107, Grade B, post-hardening and volume-adjusting, dry, hydraulic
cement grout.
B. Characteristics: Non-shrink and recommended for interior and exterior applications.
C. Design Mix: 500 psi (34 MPa), 28 day compressive strength
D. Packaging: Premixed and factory packaged.

2.8 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL

A. Testing: Test and inspect fire pump according to UL 448 requirements for "Operation Test"
and "Manufacturing and Production Tests".
B. Verification of Performance: Rate fire pumps according to UL 448
C. Fire pumps will be considered defective if they do not pass tests and inspections
D. Prepare test and inspection reports.

2.9 SYSTEM PRESSURE

A. All the pumps used in the hydronic line must be sized for maximum system pressure it serves.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine equipment bases and anchorage provisions, with installer present, for compliance
with requirements and for conditions affecting performance of fire pumps.
B. Examine roughing-in for fire suppression piping systems to verify actual locations of piping
connections before fire pump installation
C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.2 INSTALLATION
A. FIRE PUMPS
1. Fire pump installation standard: Comply with NFPA 20 for installation of fire pumps,
relief valves, and related components.
2. Install pumps in such a manner that avoids horizontal elbows at pump suction, excludes
air entrapment in suction line and allows unrestrained movement of the pump assembly
(for vibration isolation purposes).
3. Make required adjustments to pipe sizes, immediately after the pump flanges. Use
flanged eccentric spool with level crown at pump suction and concentric type
discharge.
4. Install pumps flexible connections at suction and discharge to prevent carryover of
pump vibrations to system piping. Anchor piping immediately after the flexible
connections.
5. Install the suction header horizontally. Make foundations for different models of pumps
to suit suction header, so that all the suction lines are horizontal.
6. Equipment Mounting: Install fire pumps on concrete bases. Comply with requirements
for concrete bases specified in Division 03 Section Cast-In Place Concrete.
7. Install dowel rods to connect concrete base to concrete floors. Unless otherwise
indicated, install dowel rods on 18 inch (450 mm) center around the full perimeter of
concrete base.
8. For supported equipment, install epoxy coated anchor bolts that extend through
concrete base and anchor into structural concrete floor.
9. Place and secure anchorage devices. Use setting drawings, templates, diagrams,
instructions, and directions furnished with items to be embedded.
10. Install anchor bolts to elevations required for proper attachment to supported
equipment.
11. Install fire pump suction and discharge piping equal to or larger than sizes required by
NFPA 20.
12. Support piping and pumps separately so weight of piping does not rest on pumps
13. Install valves that are same size as connecting piping.
14. Install pressure gauges on fire pump suction and discharge flange pressure gauge
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15. Install piping hangers and supports, anchors, valves, gages and equipment supports
according to NFPA 20.
16. Install flow meters and sensors: Install flow meter system components and make
connections according to NFPA 20 and manufacturer's written instructions.
17. Electrical Wiring: Install electrical devices furnished by equipment manufacturers but
not factory mounted. Furnish copies of manufacturer's wiring diagram submittals to
electrical installer.
18. Wiring Method: Conceal conductors and cables in accessible ceiling, walls and floors
where possible.
B. CONTROL PANELS
1. Panel shall be fabricated from minimum of 1.5 mm thick sheet steel and shall have
continuously welded butt joints. Apply two coats of red oxide primer and two coats of
bakes on fire red enamel. All required holes and cut outs shall be done at the factory.
2. All internal wiring shall be done in a neat and professional manner using cable ties, slip
on spiral plastic bundle sheets etc. Provide ample free lengths to allow full swing of
doors.
3. Provide suitable legs, drilled for bolting down to housekeeping pads.
4. Wall mounted panels shall be stiffened with profiles sections welded to the back plate,
as required. Top of wall mounted panels shall be at 180 cm above FFL.
5. All panels shall have enclosure to IP-45 as minimum requirement and anti-
condensation heaters within.
C. CONDUIT, TRUNKING AND CABLE TRAYS
1. Fix conduits to walls/ceiling with two piece clamps, spaced at not more than 120 cm.
2. Trunking shall be attached to walls by brass screws in plastic expansion joints.
3. Cable tray hangers shall be attached to ceilings with expansion anchors and studs.
Support vertical cable trays by bolting to steel angles extending from floor to ceiling.
D. FLOW METERS
1. Install flow meters with minimum five (5) diameters upstream and two (2) diameter
downstream, of straight piping. Install the pressure tap offs in horizontal position
(vertical position prohibited) as far as possible.

3.3 ALIGNMENT
A. Align horizontal split case pump and driver shafts after complete unit has been levelled on
concrete base, grout has set, and anchor has been tightened.
B. After alignment is correct, tighten anchor bolts evenly. Fill base plate completely with grout,
with metal blocks and shims or wedges in place. Tighten anchor bolts after grout has
hardened. Check alignment and make required corrections.
C. Align piping connections
D. Align pump and driver shafts for angular and parallel alignment and to tolerances specified by
manufacturer.

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3.4 CONNECTIONS
A. Comply with requirements for piping and valves specified in Section "Fire Suppression
Standpipes" and Section "Wet Pipe Fire Suppression Systems". Drawings indicate general
arrangement of piping, fittings and specialties.
B. Install piping adjacent to pumps and equipment to allow service and maintenance
C. Connect relief valve discharge to drainage piping or point of discharge
D. Connect flow meter system meters, sensors, and valves to tubing.
E. Connect fire pump to their controllers
F. Connect water supply and discharge piping for fire pumps with flexible connections.
G. Fire water tank test drains to be connected to either irrigation tank or to be cleaned through
high pressure filters before being discharged back into the combined domestic/ fire water
tank.

3.5 IDENTIFICATION
A. Identify system components. Comply with requirements for fire pump marking according to
NFPA 20.

3.6 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Test each fire pump with its controller as a unit. Comply with requirements for electric-motor-
driven fire pump controllers.
B. Manufacturer's Field Service: Engage a factory authorized service representative to inspect,
test and adjust components, assemblies and equipment installations, including connections.
C. Perform tests and inspections
1. Manufacturer's Field Service: Engage a factory authorized service representative to
inspect components, assemblies and equipment installations, including connections,
and to assist in testing.
D. Test and Inspections:
1. Prior to Start Up
a. Check the pump motor assembly alignment. Adjust if necessary. Weld steel
cleats on pump and motor bases to lock them in alignment position.
b. Tighten and lock foundation and coupling bolts.
c. Check pump shaft for free rotation.
d. Check electrical continuity and insulation of motor and the control panel, by
meggering.
e. Ensure that relief valve is correctly calibrated and installed.
f. Shut off the system isolating valve/s and open the test line.
g. Ensure that the circuit breaker trip rate is correctly selected and the elements
properly installed. Adjust the start delta change over timer to the period
recommended by the motor manufacturer.
h. Check the system power supply voltage. Perform all other checks outlines in the
controller operation manual, before energizing the controller.

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i. Ensure that the suction lines and the pump casing are full of water.
2. Start Up
a. Check and correct, if necessary, the direction of rotation of the pump, by
momentary operation of the emergency start lever.
b. Close the valve on the test line partially to avoid the operation of the pump at
high discharge rates.
c. Start the pump on manual mode
d. Check the motor full load current by manipulating the flow.
e. Check the pressure relief valve for proper operation by gradually closing the test
valve.
f. Check the pump and motor bearings for signs of overheating
g. Check the suction line for signs of entry of air and proper suction intake flow.
3. Verification of Performance
a. Check the pump head at nominal flow at 150% of nominal flow and ensure
conformity with design requirements.
b. Close the test line and stop the pump. Release the system pressure gradually with
the test valve. Check and adjust the pressure switch setting for automatic cut in
and cut out of jockey pump.
4. Put System into Service
a. Isolate the fire pump controllers
b. Choose the test line and open the system isolating valve. Ensure that the system
outlets are closed.
c. Fill the system with jockey pump. Maintain pressure for 24 hours and ensure that
there are no leaks
d. Energize fire pump controllers and ensure that the system is in automatic mode.

3.7 DEMONSTRATION
A. Engage a factory authorized service representative to train Owner's maintenance personnel to
adjust, operate and maintain fire pumps.

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SECTION 21 31 16_DIESEL DRIVE CENTRIFUGAL FIRE PUMPS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
conditions and the following section of the specification:
1. Section 104400 Fire Protection Specialties
2. Section 283112 - Zoned (dc loop) Fire Alarm System" not specified in this section
3. Section 210500 Common Work Results for Fire Suppression
4. Section 210513 Common Motor Requirement for Fire Suppression Equipment
5. Section 210548 Vibration Controls for Fire Suppression Piping and Equipment
6. Section 211200 Fire Suppression Standpipes
7. Section 211313 Wet Pipe Fire Suppression Sprinklers
8. Section 211339 Foam Water Sprinklers
9. Section 212200 Clean Agent Extinguishing Systems
10. Section 213113 Electric Drive Centrifugal Fire Pumps
11. Section 213400 Pressure Maintenance Pumps

1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section includes:
1. Split case fire pumps
2. Fire pump accessories and specialties
3. Flow meter systems

1.3 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Seismic Performance: Fire Pumps shall withstand the effects of earthquake motions
determined according to ASCE/SEI 7.
B. The term "withstand" means "the unit will remain in place without separation of any parts
from the device when subjected to the seismic forces specified and the unit will be fully
operational after the seismic event".
C. Pump Equipment, Accessory, and Specialty Pressure rating: 300 psig (2070 KPa) minimum
depending on system pressure requirements.

1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated. Include rated capacities, operating
characteristics, performance curves with each selection point indicated, electrical
characteristics, and furnished specialties and accessories.
B. Shop Drawings: For fire pumps, engine drivers, and fire pump accessories and specialties.
Include plans, elevations, sections, details and attachments to other work.

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C. Detail equipment assemblies and indicate dimensions, weights, loads, required clearances,
method of field assembly, components and location and size of each field connection.
D. Wiring Diagrams: For power, signal and control wiring.
E. Product Certificates: For each fire pump from manufacturer.
F. Source quality control reports
G. Field quality control reports
H. Operation and Maintenance Data: For fire pumps to include in operation and maintenance
I. Submit clause by clause specification compliance statement to indicate all specified
parameters are met.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Source Limitation: Obtain fire pumps, pressure maintenance pumps and controllers through
one source from a single manufacturer for each type of equipment.
B. Electrical Components, Devices and Accessories: Listed and labelled as defined in NFPA 70
by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.
C. NFPA Compliance: Comply with NFPA 20, "Installation of Stationary Pumps for Fire
Protection".
D. Comply with standards of Authorities having Jurisdiction pertaining to materials, hose threads
and marked for intended use.
E. Factory visit shall be provided by Contractor for Employer representative to witness factory
testing of Fire Pump before shipment.

1.6 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate sizes and locations of concrete bases with actual equipment provided.

1.7 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

A. Prior to final acceptance, the installing fire fighting specialist contractor shall provide
operational training to each shift of the owner's personnel. Each training session shall include
system operation, manual and functions, trouble procedures, supervisory procedures, auxiliary
functions and emergency procedures.

1.8 GUARANTEES AND WARRANTEES

A. Furnish client with manufacturer's guarantee and warranty certificate, duly registered with the
manufacturer.
B. All fire fighting and sprinkler system including fire pump set components furnished, and
installed under this contract, shall be guaranteed against defects in design, materials and
workmanship for the full warranty period which is standard with the manufacturer, but in no
case less than one (1) year from the date of system acceptance

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements and/or as per Approved
Manufacturer's List attached separately.

2.2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR CENTRIFUGAL FIRE PUMPS

A. Description: UL 448, factory assembled and tested, centrifugal fire pump capable of
furnishing not less than 150 percent of rated capacity at not less than 65 percent of total rated
head and with shut off head limited to 140 percent of total rated head.
B. Base: Fabricated and attached to fire pump and driver unit with reinforcement to resist
movement of pump during seismic events when base is anchored to building substrate.
C. Finish: Red Paint applied to factory-assembles and tested unit before shipping.
D. Equipment like fire pumps, fire pump drivers and fire pump controllers and accessories shall
be UL listed / FM approved and shall be to the approval of the AHJ.
E. Components such as fuses, contractors, indicators, timers, etc. which may require replacement
in future, shall be products of the same standard/manufacture as that of the electrical works of
the project
F. Equipment like fire pumps and control panels shall have local dealers/representatives certified
to check, test, adjust and commission the equipment.

2.3 SINGLE STAGE, SPLIT CASE FIRE PUMPS

A. Manufacture: Subject to compliance with requirements
B. Pump:
1. Standard: UL 448, for split case pumps for fire service
2. Casing: Axially split case, cast iron with ASME B16.1 pipe flange connections.
3. Impeller: Cast bronze, statically and dynamically balanced, and keyed to shaft.
4. Wear Rings: Replaceable bronze
5. Shaft and Sleeve: Steel shaft with bronze sleeve.
6. Shaft Bearings: Grease lubricated ball bearings in cast iron housing
7. Seals: Stuffing box with minimum of four rings of graphite impregnated braided yarn
and bronze packing gland.
8. Mounting: Pump and driver shafts are horizontal, with pump and driver on same base.
C. Coupling: Flexible and capable of absorbing torsional vibration and shaft misalignment.
Include metal coupling guard.
D. Driver:
1. Standard: UL 1247
2. Type: Diesel engine
3. Emergency Manual Operator: Factory wired for starting and operating standby engine
in case of malfunction in main controller or wiring.
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5. Engine Cooling System: Factory installed water piping valves, strainer, pressure
regulator, heat exchanger, coolant pump, bypass piping and fittings.
6. Coolant: Type recommended by driver manufacturer.
7. Piping: ASTM B 88, Type L (ASTM B 88M, Type B), copper water tube; ASME
B16.22, wrought-copper, solder-joint pressure fittings; AWS A5.8/A5.8M, BCup
series brazing filler metal; and brazed joints.
8. Engine Jacket Water Heater: factory installed electric elements
9. Dual Batteries: Lead acid storage type with 100 percent standby reserve capacity.
10. Fuel System: Comply with NFPA 20
11. Fuel Storage Tank Size indicated but not less than required by NFPA 20. Include floor
legs, direct reading level gage, and secondary containment tank with capacity at least
equal to fuel storage tank.
12. Exhaust System: ASTM A 53 / A 53M, Type E or S, Schedule 40, black steel pipe;
ASME B16.9, weld type pipe fittings; ASME B16.5 steel flanges and ASME B16.21,
non-metallic gaskets. Fabricate double wall, ventilated thimble from steel pipe.
13. Exhaust Connector: Flexible Type
14. Exhaust Silencer: Residential Type
15. Capacities and Characteristics: Refer to schedules in drawings.

2.4 FIRE PUMP CONTROLLERS

A. Description: UL 218 and NFPA 20. Listed for Diesel Drive, fire pump service; combined
automatic and manual operation; factory assembled and wired; and factory tested for
capacities and electrical characteristics.
1. Rate controllers for scheduled fire pump horsepower.
2. Enclosure: UL 50, Type 2, drip proof, indoor, unless special purpose enclosure is
indicated. Include manufacturer's standard red paint applied to factory assembled and
tested unit before shipping.
3. Mounting: Floor type field electrical components.
4. Control devices, alarms, functions, and operations listed in NFPA 20 as required for
drivers and controller types used, and specified items listed.
5. Battery charge UL 1236, built-in dual battery type.
6. Time clock for weekly automatic test
7. System pressure recorder, electric AC driven with spring backup
8. Timing relay for automatic stop
9. Power failure start, with time delay to prevent start at momentary loss of power
10. Low fuel level alarm
11. Alarm contacts for remote of "Engine Run". "Switch Off", and "Engine failure", to
enable remote indication at both fire alarm system and BMS.
12. Pump room alarms, including both audible and visible signals.

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13. Nameplate: Complete with capacity, characteristics. Approvals and listings and other
pertinent data.
14. Controller Sensing Pipes: Fabricate pipe and fittings according to NFPA 20 with non-
ferrous metal sensing piping, NPS ½ (DN 15), with globe valves for testing controller
mechanism from system to pump controller as indicated. Include bronze check valve
with 3/32 inch (2.4 mm) orifice in clapper or ground face union with non-corrosive
diaphragm having 3/32 inch (2.4 mm) orifice.

2.5 FIRE PUMP ACCESSORIES AND SPECIALTIES

A. Automatic Air Release Valves: Comply with NFPA 20 for installation in fire pump casing
B. Circulation Relief Valves: UL 1478, brass, spring loaded; for installation in pump discharge
piping.
C. Relief valves:
D. Description: UL 1478, bronze or cast iron, spring loaded; for installation in fire suppression
water supply piping.
E. Inlet Fitting: Eccentric tapered reducer at pump suction inlet.
F. Outlet Fitting: Concentric tapered reducer at pump discharge outlet.
G. Discharge Cone: Closed type
H. Suction and discharge pressure gages.
I. Ball drip Valve: UL 1726
J. Hose Valve Manifold Assembly
K. Standard: Comply with requirements in NFPA 20
L. Header Pipe: ASTM A 53 / A 53M, Schedule 40, galvanized steel with ends threaded
according to ASME B1.20.1.
M. Header Pipe Fittings: ASME B16.4, galvanized cast iron threaded fittings
N. Automatic Drain Valve: UL 1726
1. Manifold:
a. Test Connections: Comply with UL 405 except provide outlets without clappers
instead of inlets.
b. Body: Flush type, brass or ductile iron with number of outlets required by NFPA
20.
c. Nipples: ASTM A 53 / A 53M, Schedule 40, galvanized steel pipe with ends
threaded according to ASME B1.20.1.
d. Adapters and Caps with Chain: Brass or bronze with outlet threaded according to
NFPA 1963 and matching local fire department threads.
e. Escutcheon Plate: Brass or bronze, rectangular
f. Hose Valves: UL 668, bronze, with outlet threaded according to NFPA 1963 and
matching local fire department threads.
g. Exposed Parts Finish: Polished
h. Escutcheon Plate marking: Equivalent to "FIRE PUMP TEST".

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2.6 ALARM PANELS

A. Description: Factory assembled and wired remote panel complying with UL 508 and
requirements in NFPA 20. Include audible and visible alarms matching controller type.
1. Enclosure: NEMA 250, Type 2, remote wall mounting type.
2. Finish: Manufacturer's standard red paint applied to factory assembled and tested
before shipping.
3. Features: Include manufacturer's standard feature and the following:
a. Motor operating condition
b. Loss of line power
c. Phase reversal
d. Low water alarm

2.7 FLOW METER SYSTEMS

A. Description: UL Listed or FM Approved, fire pump flow meter system with capability to
indicate flow to not less than 175 percent of fire pump rated capacity. Include sensor of size to
match pipe, tubing, flow meter and fittings.
B. Pressure Rating: 300 psig (2070 KPa) depending on system pressure requirement
C. Sensor: Annubar probe, orifice plate, or venture unless otherwise indicated. Sensor size shall
match pipe, tubing, flow meter and fittings.
D. Permanently Mounted Flow meter: Compatible with flow sensor, with dial not less than 4-1/2
inches (115 mm) in diameter. Include bracket or device for wall mounting
E. Tubing package: NPS 1/8 or NPS ¼ (DN 6 or DN 10) soft copper tubing with copper or brass
fittings and valves.
F. Portable Flow meter: Compatible with flow sensor; with dial not less than 4-1/2 inches (115
mm) in diameter and with two 12-foot (3.7 m) long hoses in carrying case.

2.8 PRESSURE GAGES

A. Description: UL 339, 3 ½ or 4 ½ inch (90 to 115 mm) diameter dial with range of 0 to 500
psig (0 to 3450 KPa) minimum, include caption 'WATER" on dial face.

2.9 GROUT
A. Standard: ASTM C 1107, Grade B, post hardening and volume adjusting, dry, hydraulic
cement grout.
B. Characteristics: Non shrink and recommended for interior and exterior applications.
C. Design Mix: 5000 psi (3450 KPa), 28 day compressive strength.
D. Packaging: Premixed and factory packaged.

2.10 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL

A. Testing: Test and inspect fire pumps according to UL 448 requirements for "Operation Test"
and "Manufacturing and Production Tests".
B. Verification of Performance: Rate fire pumps according to UL 448.
C. Fire pumps will be considered defective if they do not pass tests and inspections.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine equipment bases and anchorage provisions with installer present, for compliance
with requirements and for conditions affecting performance of fire pumps.
B. Examine roughing in for fire suppression piping systems to verify actual locations of piping
connection before fire pump installation.
C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.2 INSTALLATION
A. Fire Pump Installation Standard: Comply with NFPA 20 for installation of fire pumps, relief
valves and related components.
B. Install pumps and controllers to provide access for periodic maintenance including removal of
motors, impellers, couplings and accessories.
C. Equipment Mounting: Install fire pumps on concrete bases. Comply with requirements for
concrete bases specified.
D. Install dowel rods to connect concrete base to concrete floor. Unless otherwise indicated,
install dowel rods on 18 inch (450 mm) centers around the full perimeter of concrete base.
E. For supported equipment, install epoxy coated anchor bolts that extend through concrete base
and anchor into structural concrete floor.
F. Place and secure anchorage devices. Use setting drawings, templates, diagrams, instructions,
and directions furnished with items to be embedded.
G. Install anchor bolts to elevations required for proper attachment to supported equipment.
H. Install fire pump suction and discharge piping equal to or larger than sizes required by NFPA
20.
I. Support piping and pumps separately so weight of piping does not rest on pumps.
J. Install valves that are same size as piping connecting fire pumps by passes, test headers and
other piping systems.
K. Install pressure gages in fire pump suction and discharge flange pressure gage tappings.
L. Install piping hangers and supports, anchors, valves, gages and equipment supports according
to NFPA 20.
M. Install fuel system according to NFPA 20.
N. Install water supply and drain piping to diesel engine heat exchangers. Extend drain piping
from heat exchangers to point of disposal.
O. Install exhaust system piping for diesel engines. Extend to point of termination outside
structure. Install pipe and fittings with welded joints; install components having flanged
connections with gasketed joints.
P. Install condensate drain piping for diesel exhaust system. Extend drain piping from low points
of exhaust system to condensate traps and to point of disposal.
Q. Install flow meters and sensors. Install flow meter system components and make connections
according to NFPA 20 and manufacturer's written instructions.

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R. Electrical Wiring: Install electrical devices furnished by equipment manufacturers but not
factory mounted. Furnish copies of manufacturer's wiring diagram submittals to electrical
installer.
S. Wiring Method: Conceal conductors and cables in accessible ceiling, walls and floors where
possible.

3.3 ALIGNMENT
A. Align split case pump and driver shafts after complete unit has been levelled on concrete base,
grout has set, and anchor bolts have been tightened.
B. After alignment is correct, tighten anchor bolts evenly. Fill base plate completely with grout,
with metal blocks and shims or wedges in place. Tighten anchor bolts after grout has
hardened. Check alignment and make required corrections.
C. Align piping connections
D. Align pump and driver shafts for angular and parallel alignment and to tolerances specified by
manufacturer.

3.4 CONNECTIONS
A. Comply with requirements for piping and valves.
B. Install piping adjacent to pumps and equivalent to allow service and maintenance.
C. Connect water supply and discharge piping for fire pumps with flexible connectors. Connect
water supply and discharge piping to pressure maintenance pumps with flexible connectors.
D. Connect relief valve discharge to drainage piping or point of discharge.
E. Connect cooling system water supply and drain piping to diesel engine heat exchangers.
F. Connect flow meter system meters, sensors, and valves to tubing.
G. Connect fire pumps to their controllers.
H. Connect fire pump controllers to building fire alarm system.

3.5 IDENTIFICATION
A. Identify system components. Comply with requirements for fire pump marking according to
NFPA 20.

3.6 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Manufacturer's Field Service: Engage a factory authorized service representative to inspect,
test and adjust field assembled components and equipment installation, including connections,
and to assist in field testing. Report results in writing.
B. Perform field test for each fire pump when installation is complete. Comply with operating
instructions and procedures in NFPA 20 to demonstrate compliance with requirements. Where
possible, field correct malfunctioning equipment, and then retest to demonstrate compliance.
Replace equipment that cannot be satisfactory corrected or that does not perform as indicated.
And then retest to demonstrate compliance. Verify that each fire pump performs as indicated.
C. Perform the following field test and inspections and prepare test reports.

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1. Leak Test: After installation, charge system and test leaks. Repair leaks and retest until
no leak exist.
2. Final checks before start up: Perform the following preventive maintenance operations
and checks.
a. Lubricate oil lubrication type bearings
b. Remove grease lubrication type bearing covers, flush bearing with kerosene and
clean thoroughly. Fill with new lubricant according to manufacturer's written
instructions.
c. Disconnect coupling and check electric motor for proper rotation. Rotation shall
match direction of rotation marked on pump casing.
d. Verify the pump is free to rotate by hand, if pump is bound or if it drags even
slightly, do not operate until cause of trouble is determined and corrected.
3. Starting procedure for pump is as follows:
a. Prime pump by opening suction valve and closing drains and prepare pump for
operation.
b. Open sealing liquid supply valves if pump is so fitted.
c. Start motor
d. Open discharge valve slowly
e. Observe leakage from stuffing boxes and adjust sealing liquid valve for proper
flow to ensure lubrication of packing. Do not tighten gland immediately, but let
packing run in before reducing leakage through stuffing boxes.
f. Check general mechanical operation of pump and motor.
4. Test and adjust controls and safeties. Replace damaged and malfunctioning controls
and equipment.
5. Furnish fire hose in number, size and length required to reach storm drain or other
acceptable location to dispose fire pump test water. Fire hose are for field acceptance
test only and are not property of Owner.

3.7 INSPECTION, TESTS AND ADJUSTMENTS OF FIRE PUMPS

A. Prior to Start Up
1. Check the pump motor assembly alignment. Adjust of necessary. Weld steel cleats on
pump and motor bases to lock them in aligned position.
2. Tighten and lock foundation and coupling bolts.
3. Check pump shaft for free rotation.
4. Check electrical continuity and insulation of motor and the control panel, by
meggering.
5. Ensure that the relief valve is correctly calibrated and installed.
6. Shut off system isolating valve/s and open the test line.
7. Ensure that the circuit breaker trip rate is correctly selected and the elements properly
installed. Adjust the star delta change over the timer to the period recommended by the
motor manufacturer.

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8. Check the system power supply voltage. Perform all other checks outlined in the
controller operation manual, before energizing the controller.
Ensure that the suction lines and the pump casing are full of water.
B. Start Up
1. Check and correct, if necessary, the direction of rotation of the pump, by momentary
operation of the emergency start lever.
2. Close the valve on the test line partially to avoid the operation of the pump at high
discharge rates.
3. Start the pump on manual mode.
4. Check the motor full load current by manipulating the flow.
5. Check the pressure relief valve for proper operation gradually closing the test valve.
6. Check the pump and motor bearings for signs of overheating.
7. Check the suction line for signs for entry of air and proper suction intake flow.
8. Verification of Performance
9. Check the pump head at nominal flow and at 150% of nominal flow and ensure
conformity with design requirements.
10. Close the test line and stop the pump. Release the system pressure gradually with the
test valve. Check and adjust the pressure switch setting for automatic cut in. Check and
adjust the pressure switch setting for automatic cut in and cut out of jockey pump.
C. Put System into Service
1. Isolate the fire pump controllers.
2. Close the test line and open the system isolating valve. Ensure that the system outlets
are closed.
3. Fill the system with jockey pump. Maintain pressure for 24 hours and ensure that there
are no leaks.
4. Energize fire pump controllers and ensure that the system is in automatic mode.

3.8 DEMONSTRATION
A. Engage a factory authorized service representative to train Owner's maintenance personnel to
adjust, operate, and maintain fire pumps.

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SECTION 21 34 00_PRESSURE MAINTENANCE PUMPS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

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

1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Multistage, pressure-maintenance pumps.
2. Regenerative-turbine, pressure-maintenance pumps
3. Submersible, pressure-maintenance pumps
4. Vertical turbine, pressure maintenance pumps

1.3 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Pump equipment, accessory, and specialty pressure rating: 175 psig (1200 KPa) minimum
depending on system pressure requirement.

1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated. Include rated capacities, operating
characteristics, performance curves, electrical characteristics and furnished specialties and
accessories.
B. Shop Drawings: For pumps, accessories and specialties. Include plans, elevations, sections,
details and attachments to other work.
C. Detail equipment assemblies and indicate dimensions, weights, loads, required clearances,
method of field assembly, components and location and size of each field connection.
D. Wiring Diagrams: For power, signal and control wiring.
E. Field quality-control reports
F. Operation Maintenance Data: For pumps to include in operation and maintenance manuals.
G. Submit clause by clause specification compliance statement to confirm specified parameters
are met.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Electrical components, devices and accessories: Listed and labelled as defined in NFPA 70,
by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.

1.6 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate sizes and locations of concrete bases with actual equipment provided.

1.7 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

A. Prior to final acceptance, the installing fire fighting specialist contractor shall provide
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system operation, manual and functions, trouble procedures, supervisory procedures, auxiliary
functions and emergency procedures.

1.8 GUARANTEES AND WARRANTY

A. Furnish the client with manufacturer's guarantee and warranty certificates, duly registered
with the manufacturer.
B. All fire fighting and sprinkler system including fire pump set components furnished, and
installed under this contract, shall be guaranteed against defects in design, materials and
workmanship for the full warranty period which is standard with the manufacturer, but in no
case less than one (1) year from the date of system acceptance

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. Subject to compliance with requirements and/or as per Approved Manufacturer's List
attached separately.

2.2 MULTISTAGE, PRESSURE MAINTENANCE PUMPS

A. Description: factory-assembled and tested, multistage, barrel type vertical pump as defined in
HI 2.1-1.1 and HI 2.3; designed for surface installation with pump and motor direct coupled
and mounted vertically.
B. Pump Construction:
1. Barrel: Stainless Steel
2. Suction and Discharge Chamber: Cast iron with flanged inlet and outlet.
3. Pump Head/Motor Mount: Cast iron
4. Impellers: Stainless steel, balanced and keyed to shaft.
5. Pump Shaft: Stainless Steel
6. Seal: Mechanical type with carbon rotating face and silicon carbide stationary seat.
7. Intermediate Chamber Bearings: Aluminium-oxide ceramic or bronze
8. Chamber base Bearing: Tungsten carbide
9. O-Rings: EPDM or NBR
C. Motor: Single speed with permanently lubricated ball bearings and rigidly mounted to pump
head. Comply with requirements in Division 21 Section "Common Motor Requirements for
Fire Suppression Equipment".
D. Power Cord: Factory connected to motor for field connection to controller and at least 10 feet
(3 m) long.
E. Nameplate: Permanently attached to pump and indicating capacity and characteristics.
F. Capacities and Characteristics: See schedules on drawings for flow and pressure ratings.

2.3 MOTOR
A. Comply with NEMA designation, temperature rating service factor, enclosure type and
efficiency requirements for motors specified in Division 21 Section "Common Motor
Requirements for Fire Suppression Equipment".
B. Motor Sizes: Minimum size as indicated; if not indicated, large enough so driven load will not
require motor to operate in service factor range above 1.0.
C. Electrical Devices and Wiring: Comply with requirements for electrical devices and
connections specified in Division 26 Sections.
D. Electrical motor, type and construction shall be as follows:
1. Type Squirrel cage induction, delta wound
2. Enclosure TEFC Hostile Duty
3. Power Factor 85% minimum at full load

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4. Insulation Class F
5. Temperature Rise Class B
6. Electrical Supply 400v/3ph/50Hz

2.4 CONTROLLERS
A. General: UL 508, factory-assembles, wired and tested, across the line type for combined
automatic and manual operation.
B. Enclosure: UL 508 NEMA 250, Type 2, wall mounting type for field electrical wiring.
C. Finish: Manufacturer's standard color paint applied to factory assembles and tested unit before
shipping.
D. Rate controller for scheduled horsepower and include the following:
1. Fusible disconnect switch
2. Pressure switch
3. Hand-off auto selector switch
4. Pilot light
5. Running period timer

2.5 ACCESSORIES AND SPECIALTIES

A. Match pressure-maintenance pump suction and discharge ratings as required for pump
capacity rating. Include the following:
1. Circulation valve
2. Suction and discharge pressure gauge

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION

A. NFPA Standard: Comply with NFPA 20 for installation of pressure-maintenance pumps.
B. Base-Mounted Pump Mounting: Install pumps on concrete bases. Comply with requirements
for concrete bases specified in Division 03 Section "Cast-in-Place Concrete."
C. Install dowel rods to connect concrete base to concrete floor. Unless otherwise indicated,
install dowel rods on 18-inch (450-mm) centers around the full perimeter of concrete base.
D. For supported equipment, install epoxy-coated anchor bolts that extend through concrete base
and anchor into structural concrete floor.
E. Place and secure anchorage devices. Use setting drawings, templates, diagrams, instructions,
and directions furnished with items to be embedded.
F. Install anchor bolts to elevations required for proper attachment to supported equipment.
G. Attach pumps to equipment base using anchor bolts.

3.2 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Manufacturer's Field Service: Engage a factory-authorized service representative to inspect,
test, and adjust components, assemblies, and equipment installations, including connections.
B. Perform tests and inspections.
C. Manufacturer's Field Service: Engage a factory-authorized service representative to inspect
components, assemblies, and equipment installations, including connections, and to assist in
testing.
D. Tests and Inspections:
1. Operational Test: After electrical circuitry has been energized, start units to confirm
proper motor rotation and unit operation.
2. Test and adjust controls and safeties. Replace damaged and malfunctioning controls
and equipment.
E. Pressure-maintenance pumps will be considered defective if they do not pass tests and
inspections.
F. Prepare test and inspection reports.

3.3 ADJUSTING
A. Lubricate pumps as recommended by manufacturer.
B. Set field-adjustable pressure-switch ranges as indicated.

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SECTION 21 39 00_CONTROLLERS FOR FIRE PUMP DRIVERS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

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

1.2 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Full-service, full-voltage controllers rated 600V and less.
2. Limited-service controllers rated 600V and less.
3. Controllers for diesel-drive fire pumps.
4. Controllers for pressure-maintenance pumps.
5. Remote alarm panels.
6. Low-suction-shutdown panels.

1.3 DEFINITIONS
A. ATS: Automatic transfer switches.
B. ECM: Electronic control module.
C. MCCB: Molded-case circuit breaker.
D. N.O.: Normally open.

1.4 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Seismic Performance: Fire-pump controllers and alarm panels shall withstand the effects of
earthquake motions determined according to ASCE/SEI 7
B. The term "withstand" means "the unit will remain in place without separation of any parts
from the device when subjected to the seismic forces specified and the unit will be fully
operational after the seismic event."
C. Fire pumps shall be arranged to prevent both main and standby pumps from starting and
running simultaneously and if done, the following arrangement is suggested:
1. Turning off or disconnecting power to the primary fire pump controller should not
prevent the redundant fire pump from starting or running.
2. Turning off or disconnecting power to the redundant fire pump controller should not
prevent the primary fire pump from starting or running.
3. Once the primary fire pump is locked out, it should remain locked out until manual
reset.
4. Once the redundant fire pump is running, it should remain running until manual reset.
5. Either controller should always be capable of being operated by local manual starting
regardless of any lockout that has occurred.

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6. A local visual alarm and remote contacts should be provided to indicate that the
primary fire pump has been locked out.

1.5 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated. Include rated capacities, operating
characteristics, electrical characteristics, and furnished specialties and accessories.
B. Shop Drawings: For each type of product indicated. Include dimensioned plans, elevations,
sections, details, and attachments to other work, including required clearances and service
spaces around controller enclosures.
C. Show tabulations of the following:
1. Each installed unit's type and details.
2. Enclosure types and details for types other than NEMA 250, Type 2
3. Factory-installed devices
4. Nameplate legends
5. Short-circuit current (withstand) rating of integrated unit.
6. Features, characteristics, ratings, and factory settings of individual over current
protective devices
7. Retain first subparagraph below if specifying modifications in Part 2.
8. Specified modifications
D. Detail equipment assemblies and indicate dimensions, weights, loads, method of field
assembly, components, and location and size of each field connection.
E. Schematic and Connection Diagrams: For power, signal, alarm, and control wiring and for
pressure-sensing tubing.
F. Qualification Data: For qualified testing agency.
G. Product Certificates: For each type of product indicated, from manufacturer.
H. Manufacturer's factory test reports of fully assembled and tested equipment.
I. Source quality-control reports
J. Field quality-control reports
K. Operation and Maintenance Data: For each type of product indicated to include in
emergency, operation, and maintenance manuals. In addition to items specified in
Division 01 Section "Operation and Maintenance Data," include the following:
1. Manufacturer's written instructions for setting field-adjustable timers, controls, and
status and alarm points
2. Manufacturer's written instructions for testing, adjusting, and reprogramming
microprocessor-based logic controls

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Testing Agency Qualifications: Member company of an NRTL.
B. Source Limitations: Obtain fire-pump controllers and all associated equipment from single
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C. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labelled as defined in

NFPA 70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.
D. Comply with standards of authorities having jurisdiction pertaining to materials and
installation.
E. Comply with NFPA 20 and NFPA 70.
F. IEEE Compliance: Fabricate and test enclosed controllers according to IEEE 344 to
withstand seismic forces defined in Division 26 Section "Vibration and Seismic Controls for
Electrical Systems."

1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Store controllers indoors in clean, dry space with uniform temperature to prevent
condensation. Protect enclosed controllers from exposure to dirt, fumes, water, corrosive
substances, and physical damage.

1.8 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Interruption of Existing Electric Service: Notify Architect, Construction Manager, Owner no
fewer than seven days in advance of proposed interruption of electric service, and comply
with NFPA 70E.

1.9 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate layout and installation of controllers with other construction including conduit,
piping, fire-pump equipment, and adjacent surfaces. Maintain required clearances for
workspace and equipment access doors and panels. Ensure that controllers are within sight of
fire-pump drivers.
B. Coordinate sizes and locations of concrete bases with actual equipment provided.

1.10 EXTRA MATERIALS

A. Furnish extra materials that match products installed and that are packaged with protective
covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.
B. Indicating Lights: Two of each type and color of lens installed; two of each type and size of
lamp installed.
C. Auxiliary Contacts: One for each size and type of magnetic contactor installed.
D. Power Contacts: Three for each size and type of magnetic contactor installed.
E. Contactor Coils: One for each size and type of magnetic controller installed.
F. Relay Boards: One for each size and type of relay board installed.
G. Operator Interface: One microprocessor board(s), complete with display and membrane
keypad

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 FULL-SERVICE CONTROLLERS

A. General Requirements for Full-Service Controllers:
1. Comply with NFPA 20 and UL 218
2. Listed by an NRTL for electric-motor driver for fire-pump service.
3. Combined automatic and non-automatic operation.
4. Factory assembled, wired, and tested; continuous-duty rated.
5. Retain subparagraph below for controllers used as means of disconnect and overcurrent
protection for the service entrance, outside feeder, or separately derived source.
6. Service Equipment Label: NRTL labelled for use as service equipment.
B. Method of Starting:
1. Pressure-switch actuated.
a. Water-pressure-actuated switch and pressure transducer with independent high-
and low-calibrated adjustments responsive to water pressure in fire-suppression
piping.
b. System pressure recorder, electric ac driven, with spring backup.
c. Programmable minimum-run-time relay to prevent short cycling.
d. Programmable timer for weekly tests.
2. Magnetic Controller: Wye-delta (open transition) type.
3. Solid-State Controller: Reduced-voltage type.
4. Emergency Start: Mechanically operated start handle that closes and retains the motor
RUN contactor independent of all electric or pressure actuators.
C. Method of Stopping: Automatic and non-automatic shutdown after automatic starting
D. Capacity: Rated for fire-pump-driver horsepower and short-circuit-current (withstand) rating
equal to or greater than short-circuit current available at controller location.
E. Method of Isolation and Over current Protection: Interlocked isolating switch and non-
thermal MCCB; with a common, externally mounted operating handle, and providing locked-
rotor protection.
F. Door-Mounted Operator Interface and Controls:
1. Monitor, display, and control the devices, alarms, functions, and operations listed in
NFPA 20 as required for drivers and controller types used.
2. Method of Control and Indication:
a. Microprocessor-based logic controller, with multiline digital readout.
b. Membrane keypad.
c. LED alarm and status indicating lights.
3. Local and Remote Alarm and Status Indications:
a. Manufacturers offer numerous alarm and status indications and interfaces.
Consult manufacturers for availability and types.
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c. Motor running condition.

d. Loss-of-line power.
e. Line-power phase reversal.
f. Line-power single-phase condition.
4. Audible alarm, with silence push button.
5. Non-automatic START and STOP push buttons or switches.
G. Optional Features:
1. Extra Output Contacts:
a. One N.O. contact(s) for motor running condition.
b. One set(s) of contacts for loss-of-line power.
c. One each, Form C contacts for high and low reservoir level.
H. Local alarm bell
1. Door-mounted thermal or impact printer for alarm and status logs.
2. Operator Interface Communications Ports: USB, Ethernet, and RS485.
I. ATS:
1. Complies with NFPA 20, UL 218 and UL 1008
2. Integral with controller as a listed combination fire-pump controller and power transfer
switch.
3. Automatically transfers fire-pump controller from normal power supply to alternate
power supply in event of power failure.
4. Allows manual transfer from one source to the other.
5. Alternate-Source Isolating and Disconnecting Means: Integral molded-case switch,
with an externally mounted operating handle.
6. Alternate-Source Isolating and Disconnecting Means: Mechanically interlocked
isolation switch and circuit breaker rated at a minimum of 115 percent of rated motor
full-load current, with an externally mounted operating handle; circuit breaker shall be
provided with non-thermal sensing, instantaneous-only short-circuit over current
protection to comply with available fault currents.
7. Local and Remote Alarm and Status Indications:
a. Manufacturers offer additional local and remote alarm and status indications and
interfaces. Consult manufacturers for availability and types.
b. Normal source available.
c. Alternate source available.
d. In normal position.
e. In alternate position.
f. Isolating means open.
8. Audible alarm, with silence push button.
9. Non-automatic (manual, nonelectric) means of transfer.
10. Engine test push button.

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11. Start generator output contacts.

12. Timer for weekly generator tests.

2.2 CONTROLLERS FOR DIESEL-DRIVE FIRE PUMPS

A. General Requirements for Controllers:
1. Comply with NFPA 20 and UL 218
2. Listed by an NRTL for diesel-engine driver for fire-pump service.
3. Combined automatic and non-automatic operation.
4. Factory assembled, wired, and tested.
B. Method of Starting:
1. Pressure-switch actuated.
a. Water-pressure-actuated switch and pressure transducer with independent high-
and low-calibrated adjustments responsive to water pressure in fire-suppression
piping.
b. System pressure recorder, electric ac driven, with spring backup.
c. Programmable minimum-run-time relay to prevent short cycling.
d. Programmable timer for weekly tests.
2. Dual, redundant dc-voltage battery units, with automatic changeover.
3. Emergency Control: Bypasses all automatic control circuits during manual starting and
running.
4. Automatic engine start on loss of ac power to the controller.
C. Method of Stopping Automatic and non-automatic shutdown after automatic starting
D. Door-Mounted Operator Interface and Controls:
1. Monitor, display, and control devices, alarms, functions, and operations listed in
NFPA 20 as required for drivers and controller types used.
2. Method of Control and Indication:
a. Microprocessor-based logic controller, with multiline LCD readout.
b. Membrane keypad.
c. LED alarm and status indicating lights.
3. Local and Remote Alarm and Status Indications:
a. Manufacturers offer numerous local and remote alarm and status indications and
interfaces. Consult manufacturers for availability and types.
b. Controller power on.
c. Engine-lubrication-system critically low oil pressure.
d. Engine-jacket coolant high temperature.
e. Engine fail-to-start.
f. Engine over speed shutdown.
g. Low fuel level.
h. Missing or failed battery.
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j. System overpressure.
k. ECM selector switch in alternate ECM position.
l. Fuel injector malfunction.
4. Audible alarm.
5. Non-automatic START and STOP push buttons or switches.
E. Optional Features:
1. Extra Output Contacts:
a. One Form C contacts for low pump-room temperature.
b. One each, Form C contacts for high and low fuel levels.
c. One each, Form C contacts for high and low reservoir levels.
2. Door-mounted thermal or impact printer for alarm and status logs.
3. Operator Interface Communications Ports: USB, Ethernet, and RS485.
4. Powered louver contacts.
5. Powered engine-oil heater contacts.
F. Battery Charger System:
1. Built-in, independent, dual battery chargers with automatic changeover; 12-V dc, 24-
V dc for lead-acid batteries.
2. Standard: UL 1236

2.3 CONTROLLERS FOR PRESSURE-MAINTENANCE PUMPS

A. General Requirements for Pressure-Maintenance-Pump Controllers:
1. Type: UL 508 factory assembled, wired, and tested, across-the-line; for combined
automatic and manual operation.
2. Enclosure: UL 508 and NEMA 250, Type 2 for wall-mounting.
3. Factory assembled, wired, and tested.
4. Finish: Manufacturer's standard color paint.
B. Rate controller for scheduled horsepower and include the following:
1. Fusible disconnect switch.
2. Pressure switch.
3. Hand-off-auto selector switch.
4. Pilot light.
5. Running period timer.

2.4 REMOTE ALARM PANELS

A. General Requirements for Remote Alarm Panels: Comply with NFPA 20 and UL 218; listed
by an NRTL for fire-pump service.
B. General Requirements for Remote Alarm Panels: Factory assembled, wired, and tested.
C. Supervisory and Normal Control Voltage: 240-V ac single or dual source
D. Audible and Visual Alarm and Status Indications:

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1. Driver running.
2. Loss of phase.
3. Phase reversal.
4. Supervised power on.
5. Separate trouble on the controller.
6. Controller connected to alternate power source.
E. Audible and Visual Alarm and Status Indications: Manufacturer's standard indicating lights;
non-push-to-test, with separate test push button.
1. Engine running.
2. Controller main switch turned to the off or manual position.
3. Supervised power on.
4. Separate trouble on the controller or engine.
5. Common pump room trouble.
6. Controller connected to alternate power source.
F. Audible alarm, with silence push button
G. Pump REMOTE START push button.

2.5 LOW-SUCTION-SHUTDOWN PANELS

A. General Requirements for Low-Suction-Shutdown Panels:
1. Listed by an NRTL for fire-pump service.
2. Factory assembled, wired, and tested.
3. Prevents automatic start of fire pump, and shuts down automatically started fire pump,
on low-suction pressure.
4. Automatic reset.
B. Operation: External contact input or Integral pressure switch
C. Supervisory and Normal Control Voltage: 240-V ac single or dual source.
D. Include audible and visual alarms and status indications, with silence push button, for the
following conditions:
1. Control power available.
2. Low-suction pressure.
3. Normal-suction pressure.

2.6 ENCLOSURES
A. Fire-Pump Controllers, ATS, Remote Alarm Panels, and Low-Suction-Shutdown Panels:
NEMA 250, to comply with environmental conditions at installed locations and NFPA 20.
1. Indoor, Dry and Clean Locations: Type 1 (IEC IP10)
2. Indoor Locations Subject to Dripping Noncorrosive Liquids: Type 2 (IEC IP11)
Outdoor Locations: Type 3R (IEC IP14), Type 4 (IEC IP56) or Type 4X (IEC IP56)

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3. Other Wet or Damp, Indoor Locations: Type 4 (IEC IP56) or Type 4X (IEC IP56)
Indoor Locations Subject to Dust, Falling Dirt, and Dripping Noncorrosive Liquids:
Type 12 (IEC IP12).
B. Enclosure Color: Manufacturer's standard "fire-pump-controller red"
C. Nameplates: Comply with NFPA 20; complete with capacity, characteristics, approvals,
listings, and other pertinent data.
D. Optional Features:
1. Floor stands, 12 inches (305 mm) high, for floor-mounted controllers.
2. Space heater, 240-V ac with humidistat, with thermostat.
3. Tropicalization

2.7 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL

A. Testing: Test and inspect fire-pump controllers according to requirements in NFPA 20 and
UL 218
B. Verification of Performance: Rate controllers according to operation of functions and
features specified.
C. Fire-pump controllers will be considered defective if they do not pass tests and inspections.
D. Prepare test and inspection reports.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine areas and surfaces to receive equipment, with Installer present, for compliance with
requirements and other conditions affecting performance.
B. Examine equipment before installation. Reject equipment that is wet or damaged by moisture
or mold.
C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.2 CONTROLLER INSTALLATION

A. Install controllers within sight of their respective drivers.
B. Connect controllers to their dedicated pressure-sensing lines.
C. Wall-Mounting Controllers: Install controllers on walls with disconnect operating handles not
higher than 79 inches (2006 mm) above finished floor, and bottom of enclosure not less than
12 inches (305 mm) above finished floor unless otherwise indicated. Bolt units to wall or
mount on lightweight structural-steel channels bolted to wall. For controllers not on walls,
provide freestanding racks complying with Division 26 Section "Hangers and Supports for
Electrical Systems."
D. Floor-Mounting Controllers: Install controllers on 4-inch (100-mm) nominal-thickness
concrete bases, using floor stands high enough so that the bottom of enclosure cabinet is not
less than 12 inches (305 mm) above finished floor. Comply with requirements for concrete
bases specified in Division 03 Section "Cast-in-Place Concrete."
E. Install dowel rods to connect concrete base to concrete floor. Unless otherwise indicated,
install dowel rods on 18-inch (450-mm) centers around the full perimeter of concrete base.
F. For supported equipment, install epoxy-coated anchor bolts that extend through concrete base,
and anchor into structural concrete floor.
G. Place and secure anchorage devices. Use setting drawings, templates, diagrams, instructions,
and directions furnished with items to be embedded.
H. Install anchor bolts to elevations required for proper attachment to supported equipment.
I. Seismic Bracing: Comply with requirements specified in Division 26 Section "Vibration and
Seismic Controls for Electrical Systems."
J. Temporary Lifting Provisions: Remove temporary lifting eyes, channels, and brackets and
temporary blocking of moving parts from enclosures and components.
K. Comply with NEMA ICS 15.

3.3 REMOTE ALARM PANEL INSTALLATION

A. Install panels on walls with tops not higher than 72 inches (1829 mm) above finished floor
unless otherwise indicated. Bolt units to wall or mount on lightweight structural-steel
channels bolted to wall. For ATS not on walls, provide freestanding racks complying with
Division 26 Section "Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems."

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3.4 POWER WIRING INSTALLATION

A. Install power wiring between controllers and their services or sources, and between
controllers and their drivers. Comply with requirements in NFPA 20, NFPA 70, and
Division 26 Section "Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables."

3.5 CONTROL AND ALARM WIRING INSTALLATION

A. Install wiring between controllers and remote devices and facility's central monitoring system.
Comply with requirements in NFPA 20, NFPA 70, and Division 26 Section "Control-Voltage
Electrical Power Cables."
B. Install wiring between remote alarm and low-suction-shutdown panels and controllers.
Comply with requirements in NFPA 20, NFPA 70, and Division 26 Section "Control-Voltage
Electrical Power Cables."
C. Install wiring between controllers and the building's fire-alarm system. Comply with
requirements specified in Division 28 Section "Digital, Addressable Fire-Alarm System."
D. Bundle, train, and support wiring in enclosures
E. Connect remote manual and automatic activation devices where applicable.

3.6 IDENTIFICATION
A. Comply with requirements in NFPA 20 for marking fire-pump controllers.
B. Identify system components, wiring, cabling, and terminals. Comply with requirements for
identification in NFPA 20 and as specified in Division 26 Section "Identification for Electrical
Systems."

3.7 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Testing Agency: Engage a qualified testing agency to perform tests and inspections.
B. Manufacturer's Field Service: Engage a factory-authorized service representative to inspect,
test, and adjust components, assemblies, and equipment installations, including connections.
C. Perform tests and inspections.
1. Manufacturer's Field Service: Engage a factory-authorized service representative to
inspect components, assemblies, and equipment installations, including connections,
and to assist in testing.
D. Acceptance Testing Preparation:
1. Inspect and Test Each Component:
a. Inspect wiring, components, connections, and equipment installations. Test and
adjust components and equipment.
b. Test insulation resistance for each element, component, connecting supply,
feeder, and control circuits.
c. Test continuity of each circuit.
2. Verify and Test Each Electric-Driver Controller:
a. Verify that voltages at controller locations are within plus 10 or minus 1 percent
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motor, notify Architect, Construction Manager and Owner before starting the
motor(s).
b. Test each motor for proper phase rotation.
3. Operational Test: After electrical circuitry has been energized, start units to confirm
proper unit operation.
4. Test and adjust controls and safeties. Replace damaged and malfunctioning controls
and equipment.
E. Field Acceptance Tests:
1. Do not begin field acceptance testing until suction piping has been flushed and
hydrostatically tested and the certificate for flushing and testing has been submitted to
Architect, Construction Manager and Owner and authorities having jurisdiction.
2. Prior to starting, notify authorities having jurisdiction of the time and place of the
acceptance testing.
3. Engage manufacturer's factory-authorized service representative to be present during
the testing.
4. Perform field acceptance tests as outlined in NFPA 20.
F. Controllers will be considered defective if they do not pass tests and inspections.
G. Prepare test and inspection reports.

3.8 STARTUP SERVICE

A. Engage a factory-authorized service representative to perform startup service.
B. Complete installation and startup checks according to manufacturer's written instructions.

ADJUSTING
A. Adjust controllers and battery charger systems to function smoothly and as recommended by
manufacturer.
B. Set field-adjustable switches, auxiliary relays, time-delay relays, and timers.
C. Program microprocessors for required operational sequences, status indications, alarms, event
recording, and display features. Clear events memory after final acceptance testing and prior
to Substantial Completion
D. Set field-adjustable pressure switches.

3.10 PROTECTION
A. Temporary Heating: Apply temporary heat to maintain temperature according to
manufacturer's written instructions until enclosed controllers are ready to be energized and
placed into service.
B. Replace controllers whose interiors have been exposed to water or other liquids prior to
Substantial Completion.

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3.11 DEMONSTRATION
A. Engage a factory-authorized service representative to train Owner's maintenance personnel to
adjust, operate, and maintain controllers, remote alarm panels, low-suction-shutdown
panels, and to use and reprogram microprocessor-based controls within this equipment.

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