Design and Construction of Dar Zayed Sons Villas

Volume 3

Part B - MEP Specifications

DECEMBER 2015

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PART # 1
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1.1 HVAC SYSTEM:

1.0: SPECIFICATION FOR VARIABLE REFRIGERANT FLOW SYSTEM.
1.1: GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF WORK SCOPE:-

The Air Conditioning Contractor shall supply, deliver, install, set to work and commission the
systems and equipment as detailed in this section of the specification, as shown on the Tender
drawings and listed in the Schedule at the end of this section.
Mentioned capacities for all types of A/c units are the minimum required and the contractor should
submit the higher standard to Consultants approval.
The Contractor should upgrade duct size of outlet size if necessary according to selected equipment.
The Contractor shall be responsible for co-ordination of all services.
1.2: DESIGN CONDITIONS:-

Air conditioning with VRF system (Variable refrigerant flow) Without Fresh Air:
Cooling: - Indoor - 23/16 1 C DB/WB Outdoor 46 CDB
Heating: - Indoor - 21 C DB 1 C Outdoor - 7 CDB/ 6 CWB
Air conditioning with VRF system (Variable refrigerant flow) With Fresh Air:
Cooling: - Indoor - 26/18 1 C DB/WB Outdoor 46 CDB
Heating: - Indoor - 21 C DB 1 C Outdoor - 7 CDB/ 6 CWB
Tolerance on temperature control 2 C at design conditions nominated:
Humidity Uncontrolled (except where indicated) and hence resultant humidity shall be a function of
set point temperature.
Ventilation Rate: The fresh air rates for air conditioned areas and extract ventilation shall comply
with ASHRAE standard 62-1989, and/or as shown on plans.
Air Distribution: Low velocity duct work to be sized on equal frication method at a rate of 0.05 Ft/
100 Ft of equivalent length not exceeding 275 to 310 meter per minute.
Sound Levels: 35 to 40 db (A)
Refrigerant: R-410 A
Power Supply: (V/PH/ HZ)
380-415/3/50
220-240/1/50

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1.3: Compliance to ESTIDAMA guidelines:

RE-1 (Improved Energy Performance): The air conditioning unit (based on condenser
performance) to have a minimum seasonal average COP of 3.8. The performance is based upon
compliance with the air-conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) test procedure
appropriate to the type of system installed.
RE-R3 (Ozone Impacts of Refrigerants & fire suppression systems): All refrigerants to be installed
within the project site boundary should have an Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) of zero (0).
All fans are to have a maximum fan power of 2.2W/l/s.
RE-2: Cool Building Strategies: To determine the most effective solution to reducing a buildings
cooling demand by incorporating passive design strategies as a priority which can be obtained if
the following faade improvement are made:
Construction Element
Fenestration
Roof
Wall
Basement Wall
Floor
Crawl Space Wall

U-Value (W/mK)
1.9
0.12
0.29
0.26
0.14
0.32

Infiltration rates are to a maximum of 0.20ach.

1.4: FEATURES
The VRF system will control flow of refrigerant through the Indoor units with the electronic
expansion valve fitted in each indoor unit.
The system will be capable of cooling with external ambient temperatures from 15 C to +52 C and
providing heating with ambient temperatures down to 20 C
The VRF system will have the ability to sustain refrigerant piping lengths of up to 150m with a level
difference up to 50m between fan coil units and condensing unit if the outdoor unit is located above
the highest level indoor unit.
Each independent system shall be capable of having up to 1000m of refrigerant pipe work installed.
The system shall be capable of having up to 60m refrigerant pipe length from the first separation
tube to the furthest indoor unit.
The VRF system shall operate with Refrigerant R410A.
The equipment manufacturer shall be fully certified and registered to comply in the areas of CE,
Eurovent, ISO9001 and ISO14001.

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1.5: VARIABLE REFRIGERANT VOLUME (VRF) OUTDOOR UNITS R410A Heat Pump High Ambient
Condensing Unit

The units shall be air-cooled type incorporating heat exchanger coils manufactured from copper
tubes and aluminum fins, factory treated with Heavy Anti-Corrosion treatment satisfying JRA
regulation (4002) to reduce the effect of atmospheric corrosion.
The unit casing shall be manufactured from powder coated baked enamel finish sheet steel in order
to have a high corrosion resistance and to protect against salt laden environment close to where the
units may be installed.
The color shall be manufacturers standard. The air outlet & condenser coil shall have aluminum
coated wire guards.
The outdoor units shall have inverter driven compressor Twin Rotary/Scroll electronically controlled
to follow the variation in cooling or heating requirements.
The outdoor unit fan motor will be DC inverter driven and will operate electronically according to
the running load and pressure to achieve minimum energy consumption and best performance.
The units shall be complete with electronic expansion valve(s), oil separator(s), large sized
accumulator, high pressure switches, hi/low voltage protection, phase revise protection, safety
thermostat, over current relay, fuses, necessary solenoid valves, liquid shutoff valves, gas line shut
off valves, short re-cycling guard timer and all necessary sensors for optimized, safe and trouble free
operation. The access to the internal components for maintenance purposes shall be by removable
panels.
It shall be possible to connect up to maximum number of indoor units, capacity permitting, to one
outdoor unit.
Outdoor Backup operation, in multiple systems shall be possible if one compressor fails the other
Compressor will perform as emergency.
One compressor shall be with variable load. The other compressor(s) shall be on/off type or as per
manufacturer own design / recommendation.
Non Stop oil recovery operation is required to maintain a room comfortable condition with the
continues operation without stopping in cooling or heating operation.
Auto changeover function is required to and the entire product to switch between cooling modes
regardless of operation mode of other indoor units and this can be done via indoor unit with wired
remote controller.
The 8HP & 10HP unit shall have a single inverter driven Twin Rotary/Scroll compressor and an
inverter driven variable speed propeller type fan.
Units Higher than 10HP shall have two compressors, one inverter and one fixed speed and will be capable of
operating on one compressor under emergency condition in case the inverter compressor fails.

The fan will be capable of overcoming a minimum of 80 Pascal of external static pressure.
The units shall be capable of being combined to provide multi systems using combinations of two or
three outdoor units connected to give the capability of higher capacities up to maximum 42 HP.

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1.6: INDOOR UNITS:1.6.1: Wall mounted type:

The unit casing shall be manufactured from heat resistant plastic. The back plate and the support
frames shall be manufactured from galvanized steel plate.
The fan shall be multi blade cross flow type, statically and dynamically balanced to ensure low noise
and vibration free operation, DC Fan motor to be used to increase the efficiency and reduce noise
level.
The heat exchanger coils will be manufactured from copper tubes and aluminum fins. It shall have
electronic expansion valve to control refrigerant flow rate in response to the load variation in the
conditioned space. The expansion valve shall be controlled by an integral computerized PID control
system to maintain correct room temperature.
The heat exchanger has to be from the large size at least with 2 row coil x 18 tiers with extra sub
heat exchange with 1 row coil x 4 tiers to achieve the maximum cooling.
The condensate shall be drained from the unit using suitable tube and run directly to a main drainage
point.
The air filters shall be incorporated within the unit and shall be washable resin net type with the
following features:
1-Long life Ion Deodorization filters.
2-Apple Catechin filters
The unit color should be as per clients requirement.
1.7: CONTROLS:Mains Power Wiring shall be the responsibility of the Electrical Contractor who shall provide 3phase 400V main isolators mounted on the VRF Condensing Units and 1-phase 230V fused spur
located within 1m of fan coil units.
Controls wiring shall be the responsibility of the Air Conditioning Contractor who shall provide
system control wiring in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations.
Flexible control system, Individual control, group control and network control as per the design
requirement for creating the most comfortable and make the room under the desired and precise
temperature.
1.7.1: Remote Controller
Wired controller will be provided via remote controllers mounted within the occupied space,
providing individual start/stop, Mode setting, timer setting.
The controller shall contain an internal built in temperature sensor, which can detect the actual room
temperature around us then to change the operating mode.
1.8: REFRIGERANT PIPING
Refrigerant pipe work shall be hard copper tubing to ASTM B88 type L.
Refrigerant pipe network should be restricted to the following table:

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Details
Maximum in Meters
Total Length
1000
Greatest/Equivalent length
150
Greatest Length after the first branch
60
Distance between Indoor & Outdoor (Outdoor higher)
50
(Outdoor lower)
40
Height difference between Indoor/Indoor
15
Suction and discharge refrigerant piping shall be of dehydrated copper tube. Insulated separately
with closed cell rubber foam with a minimum thickness of 19 mm. Both the pipes wrapped with
canvas cloths 6 oz applied with white tough washable abrasion-resistant coating.
Piping penetrating walls shall pass through a PVC sleeve with adequate diameter and sealed
according to general specifications.
Piping penetrating roof slab shall pass through PVC sleeve and to be sealed for waterproof and the
contractor should submit detail-working drawing for the way proposed for consultants approval.
Wherever possible straight copper length should be used.
Contractor/Installer should close both end of copper pipe at the end of every working day till
installation period to ensure no foreign particles could be penetrated inside the system.
Installer should allow a small amount of nitrogen gas to be passed through the pipes during all joints/
brazing work is in process till completion.
Prior to the final connection the system should be thoroughly flushed with nitrogen and pressure
tested and this test should be seen and approved by the Consultant/Engineer.
All indoor pipe work should run in cable tray or with proper supports without lagging as
recommended by the manufacture/local supplier. Roof exposed pipe work should run in cable tray
with aluminum cladding.
1.9: CONDENSATE DRAIN:
U PVC drain pipe should be used for the same with insulation to avoid condensation from pipes
connected to nearest floor trap or as directed by the consultant. Cleanout with U trap should be
provided for easy maintenance.
1.10: Control Switch
Each unit shall have a wall mounted electronic control switch with a system on-off switch, room
temperature control thermostat and 3 speed fan control.
1.11: COMMISSIONING & TESTING
Commissioning shall be carried out by a trained engineer with assistance of Supplier.
The entire refrigeration system shall be pressurized with Nitrogen to 38 bar for a period of 24hours.
Leak testing shall be carried out with a calibrated electronic leak detector, or similar if the system
fails to hold pressure within testing period.
Upon completion of pressure test the pressure shall be released and vacuum pump installed on the
system to remove air and moisture from the system. The system shall be evacuated to 101.1kPa (758mmHg, 2 torr) and held for a period of 2 hours with the vacuum pump switched off.
Refrigerant should be charged to the liquid pipe in its liquid state to ensure that the refrigerant
composition is assured. The refrigerant charge shall be calculated to the system requirements and in
accordance with Suppliers Design and Installation Instruction booklet.

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1.3: R410a Split Unit:

The split system shall consist of an Evaporator unit (Ceiling suspended OR Wall Mounted) and
condensing unit (Outdoor Unit) with Wireless or wired remote controller, Indoor & Outdoor Units
to be factory assembled and fully charged with refrigerant R-410a. All units shall be tested and
checked at the factory. Units shall be designed for continuous operation at outdoor ambient
temperature of 52 deg. C. Coils shall have Blue fins or heresite or equal approved anticorrosion
coating.
1.3.1: Wall Mounted:

1.3.1.1 Indoor Unit (Evaporator Unit)

The indoor evaporator unit shall be of the slim and compact design with decorative cabinet.
Units shall be suitable for flush-to-wall installation to conceal pipe connections.
Evaporator coils shall be with V shape Heat Exchanger from seamless copper tubing mechanically
bonded to aluminum fins and shall be factory leak tested at a pressure of 28 kg/cm2.
Evaporator fans shall be direct driven, forward curved, centrifugal type made of galvanized steel to
deliver and accurate air flow at a low noise level. Fan driving components shall be mounted on
rubber pad isolators to reduce noise required.
DC Fan motor shall be used to drive the evaporator fan.
A fan speed control shall be provided to facilitate speed adjustment as required with 5 Speeds +
Powerful mode availability. Each unit shall be provided with a permanent washable filter and swing
flow louvers to eliminate uncomfortable hot spots.

1.3.1.2: Outdoor Unit (Condensing Unit):

Casing of the unit shall be of sheet steel suitably treated to be rust resistant for a long life. Units
shall have high efficiency, hermetic, line starting compressor.
Each compressor shall be equipped with an internal thermostat, over current relay, a low pressure
switch and a crankcase heater.
Condenser coil shall be of seamless copper tubes mechanically bonded to aluminum plate fins with
protection louvers.
Each coil shall be factory leak tested at a pressure of 33 kg/cm2.
Coils shall have here site or equal approved anti-corrosive coating.
Condenser fans shall be direct driven by a weather proof squirrel cage induction motor. Fans shall
be of the propeller type.
Outdoor unit should be cover by aluminum lover as per AC Drawings.

3.0: VENTILATION AND EXHAUST FANS

Supply and install where shown on the drawings ventilation and exhaust fans having capacities as
shown on the same drawing. Construct all apparatus of materials suitable for the conditions
encountered during operation.
Where corrosion can occur, appropriate corrosion resistant materials and assembly methods
Must be used including isolation of dissimilar metals against erosion.
Where in contact with the air stream, protect insulation against erosion of flaking by a factory
applied plastic or mat facing.
Locate and arrange motors, filters, and other components and accessories so that they are
accessible for repair, maintenance and replacement.
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Equipment bearings are not visible or are inaccessible provide easily accessible extensions to
bearings lubrication fittings.
Through clean the entire system before installing filters or operating the fans.
On systems containing filters, install filters and permanently seal the filter frames airtight before
operating the fans. The Contactor at his own expenses shall replace all dirty filters before turning
over the system to the client.
4.0: GLASS/WALL MOUNTED EXHAUST FANS
Supply and install glass/wall mounted exhaust fans as shown on the drawings with capacities as
mentioned in the schedules. The fans shall be manufactured from plastic material with external and
internal louvers and manual shutter.
5.0: POWER SUPPLY TO ALL A/C UNITS
Power supply with necessary cables shall be provided by the main contractor till to the weatherproof
Isolator for all roof-exposed units, powers disconnect switch or isolator for all indoor units.
A/c contractor shall connect from these isolators to their respective units.
6.0: NOISE, VIBRATIONS & SILENCERS
All air-conditioning equipment shall be mounted on vibration isolators suitably designed to eliminate
any vibrations, which may be transferred to the building structure.
The contractor shall be fully responsible for preventing noise and vibration throughout each
system and in the environment surrounding the buildings. He shall provide all lining materials,
silencers, flexible connections and hot gas mufflers for this purpose, where specified or not.
10.0: SHOP DRAWING/COORDINATION WITH OTHER SERVICES.
Work shop drawing shall be prepared by the AC contractor in 1:100 scale in coordination with all
other services and submitted for approval prior carrying out any work at site unless and until the
consultant/engineer gives site clearance for the same.
Exact location of the following:

Pipes sleeves and duct openings.

nt final connection to all AC units to be done AC contractor.
Height of all room thermostat and central remote controller.
Height and size of openings for ducts, grills, fresh air louvers, piping and electrical work
crossing the wall floor.

11.0: GUARANTEE
The contractor shall guarantee all work installed for a period of one year for the whole system and
5years for compressor from the date of testing & commissioning. The warranty is applicable on
original components only and against manufacturing defects, labor and consumables are excluded.
Unit under warranty must be installed, maintained and operated as per manufacturer manuals

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PART # 2
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1.

Testing & Commissioning

1.1 INSPECTIONS AND TESTS AT MANUFACTURERS PREMISES.

No inspections at manufacturers premises are required by the Engineer or Owner.
1.2 INSPECTIONS AND TESTS AT SITE.
A. The contractor shall submit a method statement and sample test sheets to the Engineer and seek
approval before carrying out any tests on site.
B. The contractor shall notify the Engineer in writing 7 days in advance of the expected date of the tests.
C. The Mechanical tests shall follow the procedures prescribed in the relevant codes, as follows:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.

BS specifications and code of practice.

ASHRAE System Handbook.
AABC- National standards for field measurement & instrumentation, Total system balance.
NEBB- Procedural standards for Testing, balancing and adjusting of Environmental systems.
NFPA & Civil Defense requirements.
Manufacturers recommendations.

D. During the tests a complete record as per the approved method statement and procedure shall be
prepared by the contractor/subcontractor and shall be approved by the Engineer. The same document shall
be incorporated in the handing over documentation, as detailed in the preceding section of this specification.
E. In certain tests on site a third party or authority witness/approval may be required, the contractor shall be
responsible to cost and liaison with all parties to be available for all such tests.
F. For all such tests the contractor shall afford any assistance, travel, lodging, labor, materials, electricity,
fuel, instrument and equipment cost associated with the exercise.
G. Above mentioned inspection, witness tests shall not relieve the contractor at any instance from his
contractual responsibilities and liabilities.
1.3 COMMISSIONING
A. The contractor must submit a start-up and commissioning method statement to the Engineer for
approval. The commissioning process shall start only after the method statement is approved by the
Engineer.
B. The contractor shall notify the Engineer regarding the start-up and commissioning planned dates one
month in advance. The contractor and the Engineer shall mutually plan the witness and inspection
schedules of commissioning. The Engineer will ensure the presence of a representative.
Overall commissioning program shall be submitted to the Employer.
C. The contractors scope includes energization of all Mechanical Systems, installations, and control
systems to ensure proper and safe operation. The performance of the system shall be further tested and
inspected as per the procedure detailed in preceding sections.
D. Project completion and start of guarantee period shall start not before the systems are commissioned and
reliability runs are done. The system shall run free of defects post commissioning during the guarantee period.
In the event of a failure or defect during the guarantee period, rectification and re-commissioning of the system
will be carried out by the contractor and the guarantee period will be calculated from the latest date of recommissioning of the system.

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E. All start-up and commissioning records shall be completed by the contractor and duly signed approved by
the Engineer and other authorities (if applicable).
The same shall be included in the project handing over documentation as detailed in the preceding
sections of this specification document.
1.4 PERFORMANCE TESTING & REQUIREMENTS
A. Engineer reserves the right to witness the manufacturer's performance tests of the major equipment,
the cost of which shall be paid by the Contractor.
B. The following are the minimum scope requirements for mechanical equipment testing:
1. Heat Exchangers: Field tests shall be carried out to verify working conditions in the field. Allow for
employer and consultant's attendance.
2. Pumps (chilled water, domestic water and fire): These shall be factory tested to the requirements of
the Hydraulic Institute. The tests shall be done at the design parameters both mechanical and electrical.
All pumps shall be tested.
Provide periodic testing of fire pump during construction as required by the local authority.
3. Water Treatment: The Owner will require conformance to international standards, requirements of
equipment manufacturer standards and conformance to local authority requirements.
4. Control equipment: All control equipment and control devices shall be commissioned, tested and
certified by the manufacturer or an appointed representative.
5. The Contractor shall indicate the methods and extent of all equipment to be tested and commissioned
in accordance with approved manufacturers instructions. For all major equipment an owner representative
or his designated consultant will be required to witness factory and field tests, at the Contractors cost.
C. The initial testing process shall be undertaken over a full power operating period of 8 weeks during
which time records of the actual under test results will be agreed between the owner and the Contractor.
D. In the event that any component fails to achieve the pre-agreed test or performance standards then the
defective components shall be required to be replaced within 30 days of malfunction.
EXECUTION
2.1 TESTING OF PIPING
A. All pressure tests on the pipework installations shall be carried out in sections as the work proceeds, to
suit the general construction program. All isolation and other temporary works shall be carried out by the
Contractor at no additional cost to the Contract. The whole of the testing gear required, including all plugs,
caps, tees and drain fittings, shall be supplied by the Contractor.
2.2 COMMISSIONING AND TESTING OF WATER TANKS
A. All tanks operating at atmospheric pressure shall be tested under "tank full conditions for tightness and
structural soundness.
B. All cold water tanks shall be subject to a standing leak test for 24 hours, during which time all joints shall
be carefully examined. Any defects shall be rectified immediately and the test repeated.
2.3 HYDROSTATIC TESTING OF WATER PIPING SYSTEMS WITHIN BUILDINGS WITH GROOVED
COUPLINGS.
A. All water piping systems shall be hydrostatically tested for ensuring complete tightness under the test
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B. Systems may be tested as a whole or in sections to facilitate the progress of the work.
C. No part of any piping system shall be tested to pressures less than the specified test pressure
measured at the highest point of the system.
D. Care shall be taken not to subject any equipment, apparatus or device to a pressure exceeding its
prescribed test pressure as obtained from its name plate data or from manufacturer's published data.
Pressure tests shall be applied before connecting piping to equipment. Relief valves instruments,
automatic air vents and all devices that might be damaged by the test pressure shall be removed,
disconnected or blanked off.
E. No pressure shall be applied against the closed gate of gate valves. All vales shall be in the open
position but not completely back seated during testing. End valves shall be capped.
F. In testing flanged piping, temporary blank flanges shall be installed and firmly anchored to accommodate
all developed end thrust.
G. All piping that can be damaged by end thrust developing from hydrostatic testing shall be properly
anchored during testing especially at changes of direction.
H. The piping system to be tested shall be closed by plugging and blanking all openings in the system in
an approved manner and filled slowly with water making sure to vent all entrapped air. Plugs shall be
released temporarily to ensure that water has reached all parts of the system.
I. Pressure shall be applied to the system by means of a hand pump drawing from a water container. The
pump discharge shall be connected to the system through a globe valve, check valve and recently
calibrated pressure gauge of suitable range to have the test pressure read in the middle of the range.
J. After the test pressure is reached, the pump shall be blocked off by closing the globe valve and the
variations of pressure in the system monitored on the pressure gauge.
K. The test pressure shall be maintained on the system for 24 hours during which time the system shall
have no noticeable drop in pressure.
L. While the system is under pressure, a careful inspection shall be made of all pipes and joints and if any
leaks in joints or evidence of defective pipe or fitting is disclosed the defective work shall be corrected
immediately by replacing defective parts with new joints and materials. No make shift repairs or application
of any repair compound will be permitted.
M. After the correction is made the pressure test shall be repeated until a completely tight system is
ensured.
N. The test pressure shall be released slowly so as not to produce shocks and sudden contractions that
might damage the piping.
O. All underground piping shall be tested in accordance with the manufacturer's test pressures, before
back filling can commence. Piping shall be temporarily anchored at regular intervals, as required, before
testing can begin.
P. A log shall be kept of all tests performed which shall be submitted to the Engineer for approval.
2.4 TESTING OF EQUIPMENT
A. After installation, all equipment shall be tested for performance and proper functioning and for
demonstrating to the full satisfaction of the Engineer that the equipment meets the design requirements as
shown on the Drawings and as specified.
B. Should any equipment prove defective, unsatisfactory or does not comply with the Drawings or
Specification, the Contractor shall correct, repair or replace such equipment on his own account as directed
by the Engineer. After the correction is made, subsequent tests shall be performed until the equipment is
proven to fulfill the requirements to the entire satisfaction of the Engineer.
C. The data to be measured on equipment shall be of such items as given on the schedule of equipment
shown on the drawings.

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2.5 REJECTION OF EQUIPMENT

A. Equipment shall be rejected if:
a. It has a capacity less than specified.
b. Its electric motor is overloaded.
c. It causes objectionable noise or vibration.

2.6 TESTING AND ADJUSTMENT OF CONTROLS

A. All controls and instruments shall be operated simultaneously with the equipment or system that they
control and tested for proper, accurate and dependable functioning and operation.
B. All controls and instruments shall be calibrated and adjusted to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
2.7 DOMESTIC WATER PIPING STERILIZATION AFTER COMMISSIONING
A. On completion of the potable (hot and cold) water supply services system, the services shall be
sterilized by the application of chlorine. The minimum requirements for chlorination shall be to flush
the pipe work thoroughly to remove dirt. Chlorine shall then be added to the storage tanks and
water drawn from all draw-off points until chlorine is detected at each outlet point. The mains are
then to be allowed to stand for a period of 24 hours, after which the outlets are to be tested for
chlorine. If chlorine is not found to be present, all the above shall be repeated until residual chlorine
is detected.
After this, the system is to be completely flushed with clean water and precautions taken to avoid
subsequent contamination of the installation. An independent laboratory test report shall be submitted
for the portability of the water to the Engineers satisfaction.
2.8 DRAINAGE PIPING
A. All drainage piping shall be hydrostatically pressure tested to a minimum of 1.5metres of static head
above the highest point as per manufacturers recommendations to ensure that all piping and joints are
free from any leakage to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
2.9 TESTING PRESSURES
A. Hydrostatically test domestic water piping (hot and cold) to a pressure of 1035 kPa,or at least 1.5 times
the working pressure, whichever is greater.
B. Hydrostatically test chilled water piping to not less than 1.5 times the working pressure but no less than
1035 kPa (for 24 hour period), whichever is greater.
C. Hydrostatically test fire lines to 1379 kPa for 2 hour in accordance to NFPA 14 and the local authoritys
requirements.

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PLUMBING WORKS

2.1

SCOPE OF WORK
Part-3 of these Specifications covers the minimum requirements for the supply and installation of Plumbing
Works, and should be used in conjunction with the approved Manufacturers & Vendors.
This specification includes the furnishing and installing of the complete system of the following all as described
herein and as shown on the drawings and in any case to comply with the Water Supply and Plumbing
Regulations as issued by local Municipality Drainage Department.
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)

(5)

(6)
(7)
(8)

The supply and installation of all cold water piping to all fixtures and fittings requiring so, including
water main connection and the cold water pump units and water tanks.
The supply and installation of domestic hot water supply piping to all fixtures and fittings requiring so,
including electric water heaters.
Supply and installation of all soil, waste and vent piping inside and outside the building up to Manholes
including site networks
Supply and installation of all sanitary ware, brassware and fittings and their connection with all
services using necessary fittings. i.e. WC connector, reducing plastic connector for connections of
bottled trap to PVC pipes etc as required.
Supply and installation of all associated electrical works from the relevant equipment control panels as
shown on the drawings and or as needed including all automation controls and level alarm switches.
Each equipment control panel should be provided with an appropriately rated main electric isolator.
Contractor should include in their works for existing water and drainage Services to be removed from
site wherever required and plugged and put indication if necessary.
Connect to the existing water / drainage system as required by Consultant.
Sleeves for all water / storm / drainage system which cross roads.

The above shall include all labors, material, equipment, machinery and services necessary to make the
complete system fully operative as per regulations and specification.
2.2

REGULATIONS
All water supply and plumbing installation work in connection with the contract shall be executed in strict
accordance with the valid edition and any supplements agenda or published revisions thereto up to date of
submission of the Contractors tender of the Regulations for Water Supply and Plumbing installation as issued
by Municipality Drainage Department. In the absence of such negotiations, the National Plumbing code and the
relevant ES Codes shall be applicable. The Contractor shall keep a copy of the latest said regulations
supplements etc. on site at all times during the continuance of the Contract.

2.3

BASIS OF DESIGN
The works shall comply with the requirements of all competent bodies including the following or local
equivalents
(1)
(2)
(3)

Local water and sanitary health authorities.

Insurance Companies.
National Plumbing Code.

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(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)

British Standards I Codes.

IRVE I Cr83 Guide Books.
Civil Defense Regulations.
Institute of Plumbing Data Book.

2.4

VALVES

2.4.1

General Requirements

2.4.2

Valves shall be installed only in vertical or horizontal positions unless otherwise required by the drawings.
All valves shall be installed in accessible locations to facilitate easy removal for maintenance.
Valves shall be full-line size.
Valves 2 (65 mm) dia. and smaller shall have threaded ends valves 3 (80mm) dia. And larger shall have
flanged ends.
All threaded end valves shall be installed with unions to facilitate the removal of the valve from the pipeline.
Gate valves shall be installed on both sides of every piece of equipment for all pipe- system connections, and
where show on the Drawings.
All valves shall be designed for a working pressure of 125 psi (860 Kpa)
Tests
All valves shall be tested in accordance with the appropriate section of the Specifications describing each
system.

2.4.1

Gate Valves
Gate valves up to 2 (65 mm) shall be all bronze, screwed ends, non rising stem, screwed bonnet, solid wedge
disc type.
Gate valves 3 (80 win) and larger shall have cast iron body, non rising stem, flanged ends, bolted bonnet and
bronze wedge disc faces and seats.
One gate valve shall be supplied and installed.
- At the supply and return from each equipment.
- At the discharge and suction of each pump.
- At the bottom of each riser and all low points to be drained.
- In general at all points shown on the Drawings and / or specified.

2.4.4

Globe Valves
Globe valves, 2 (65 mm) and smaller, shall be all bronze, screwed ends, rising stem, screwed bonnet
renewable composite disc and seat.
Globe valves 3 (80 mm) and larger, shall be east iron, flanged ends rising stem, bolted bonnet, renewable
composite disc and seat.

2.4.5

Check Valves
Check valves 2 (65 mm) and smaller, shall be all bronze, screwed ends, screwed cap with horizontal lift
check, renewable composite disk and seat. Valves 3 (80 mm) and larger, shall be cast iron, flanged ends,
bolted cap with swing check, renewable composite disc and seat.
One check valve shall be installed:
At the discharge of each pump
At all points shown on the Drawings and /or where specified.

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2.4.6

Float Valves
Supply and install all float valves as shown on the Drawings and wherever specified in this book of
specification.
Float valves 2 (65 mm) and smaller shall be all bronze screwed ends, float operated. Valves 3 (80mm) and
larger shall be cast iron body, flanged ends and float operated. Float shall be copper and mounted at the end of a
brass or copper rod, which actuates valve operation.

2.4.7

Automatic Air Vents

Supply and install all automatic air vents as shown on the Drawings and wherever specified in these book
specifications
Automatic air vents of the spherical float type shall be installed at all high points in the piping. Vents shall have
cast iron housing and bolted cover with gasket, Float shall be constructed of stainless steel. Vents shall be
suitable for a maximum operating pressure or 150 psi (1030 Kpa). A1/2 (15 mn) lock shield valve shall be
directly installed ahead of each automatic air vent, and a (15 mm) drain line shall be provided to discharge
at a convenient point.

2.4.8

Ball Valves
Valves shall be bronze, with screwed ends, Teflon stem packing seals, Teflon seats T handle for I and
smaller, insulated operating lever for larger than 1. Valves shall be rated at 150 Psi working pressure.
Valves shall be suitable for use either with water, compressed air or oil serves.

2.4.9

Foot Valves
Valves shall be bronze with screwed ends, single puppet, metal to metal replaceable seat, puppet shall be
bronze construction, screen shall be of brass. Temperature and pressure ratings shall suit the intended service
application.

2.4.10

Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve

This valve shall be used on domestic hot water lines wherever applicable.
Temperature and pressure relief valve shall be self-closing type with text lever and screwed connections.
Valve shall be suitable for a pressure of 75 to 150 psi (520 to 1030 Kpa) service and shall be supplied with
temperature relief set at 210 deg. F (100 Deg. C)
Valve shall be AGA and ASME rated and similar to watts Regulator Co.

2.4.11

Pipe Expansion Joints

Supply and install expansion joints wherever pipes cross structural expansion joints, and wherever required to
prevent undue stresses caused by thermal expansion to the pipes.
Expansion joints shall be of the pack less-bellow type with flanged or welded ends as suitable for the pipe
application.
Bellows shall be of stainless steel and suitable for a pressure of 125 psi ( 860 Kpa ) or the design working
pressure, whichever is greater. Expansion joints shall be provided with guides to prevent any unnecessary
misalignment of the -pipe. Guides and anchor arrangements shall be as per the recommendations of the
expansion joint manufacturers.

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2.4.12

Strainers
Water strainer shall be supplied and installed at the suction connection of all pumps. Strainers 2 (65 mm)
and smaller shall be Y-pattern type with bronze body, screwed cover, brass basket and screwed ends
Strainers 3 (80 mm) and larger shall be of cast iron body, brass basket and flanged ends.
Basket shall have 1/32 (0.8 mm.) perforations for water service.
Strainer shall be suitable for a maximum working pressure of 200 psi (1380 Kpa) Non-shock.

2.5

PIPES AND FITTINGS

2.5.1

Storage
PVC pipes and fittings shall be stored under cover at all times. Sun light shall not be permitted to come into
contact with PVC materials at any time, except during installation in trench. The pipes shall be stored on flat
level ground free from large or sharp edged stones or objects, and shall be stacked to maximum height of 1.5 m.
(or as recommended by the manufacturer) with sockets at alternate ends, and in such a manner as to prevent
sagging or bending.

2.5.2

Pipe Installation
Before installation, the pipe shall be inspected for defects. Defective, damaged or unsound pipe will be rejected.
Deflections from a straight line or grade, between the center lines extended, of any 2 connecting pipes made
necessary by vertical curves or horizontal curves or offsets, shall not exceed 12500/D mm per linear meter of
pipe, where D represents the nominal internal diameter of the pipe expressed in millimeters.
If the alignment requires deflections in excess of these limitations, special bends or a sufficient number of
shorter lengths of pipe shall be furnished to provide angular deflections within the limit set forth. Except where
necessary in making connections with other lines, pipes shall be laid with the bells facing in the direction of
lying.
Pipes in trenches Place each length of pipe with a uniformly distributed bearing for the bottom 0.3 of the pipe
on the sand fill in the trench. Excavate recesses to accommodate pipe bells, sleeves, glands or other fittings.
Take up and re-lay any pipe that has the grade or joint disturbed after laying. Clean the interior of the pipe of all
foreign material before lowering into the trench, and keep clean during laying operations by means of plugs or
other acceptable methods.
Plumbing vents UPVC water supply pipes exposed to sun light shall be protected by water base synthetic latex
paints.

2.5.3

General Requirements
Make all changes in size and direction of piping with standard fittings.
Make all branch connections with tees.
Use eccentric reducing fittings or eccentric reducing couplings where required by the contract
documents
or where required to prevent pocketing of liquid or non-condensable.
Pipe bending shall not be resorted to except in extreme cases and only after the written approval of the
Consultant.
Piping shall be designed with Loops to take the thermal expansion. Wherever this is not possible for physical
reasons, expansion joints with guides shall be used.
Installation of pipes shall be complete with all cutting, patching and making good of walls, slabs, partitions,
etc., due to fixing, supporting and anchoring of pipes.

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Automatic air vents shall be installed at all air pocket locations, and/or at the highest points in the lines.
Pipes and fittings shall both be manufactured according to one single standard unit of measurement, either both
English and both metric.
All drainage and rain water pipes running underground, under the building, shall be encased in concrete for the
whole length.
2.5.4

Pipe Classes
A- Type-1

Polyvinyl chloride pipes (PVC) shall be of the un-plasticized rigid type and of high density and completely
homogeneous material.
PVC pipes-Type-1 shall comply with BS 4514 for Soil and BS 5255 for Waste and
Vent or DIN 19534 atmospheric pressure rating and tested at maximum static head.
PVC pipes Type-1 shall be of the integral plain socket suitable for solvent welding with special adhesive or with
push fit ring seal.
PVC pipes-Type-1 are allowed to be used for:
- Drainage and vent pipes above ground.
- Storm drain above and under the structures.
B- TYPE-2
Polyvinyl chloride pipes (PVC) shall be of the un plasticized rigid type and of high Density and completely
homogeneous material.
PVC pipes Type-2 shall comply with P.5.4660 for sizes up to 6 diameter and to BS 5481 for sizes above 8
diameter atmospheric pressure rating and tested at maximum static head. PVC pipes shall be of the single socket
type with ring seal.
PVC pipes-Type-2 are allowed to be used for drainage, sewer and storm water application, under the structures.
C- TYPE-3
Polypropylene Copolymer Random (PP-R) pipes with PN 20 pressure rating shall be manufactured according to
Din 8077/8078; fittings shall be manufactured according to DIN 16962. for drinking water in houses and
residential buildings . Pipes should be corrosion free and resistant to thermal aging and should not hold any
deposits inside and should reduce flow noises to a large extent.
Pipes and fittings shall be joined using electro-fusion welding process. Welding shall be made as recommended
by the manufacturer. Welding machine and tools should as per manufacturer recommendation. Threaded fittings
shall be used to connect to other piping systems, fixtures etc., fittings with metal insert shall be sealed with
Teflon tape. Pipe connectors shall be of brass that is nickel plated and chromed.
Pipe should be designed for continuous temperature of 0 deg. C to 90 deg. C. and short-term peak temperatures
of up to 100 deg. And should have a pressure rating of 65 bar 20 deg. and 16 bars at 95 deg. C.
Each pipe should of for (4) meter length.
PP-R piping system shall be installed with special pre-caution for thermal expansion especially for exposed
installation.
Thermal expansion shall be compensated by use of proper elbow, fittings as recommended by the manufacturer.
PP-R pipes shall not be installed or store under direct UV light. To reduce longitudinal
Expansion with heat load and to resist long time exposure to UV light, pipes in shafts and roof shall be of multilayer PP-R aluminum, mechanically stabilized by means of integrated combination with aluminum, consisting of
main pipe PP-R coated with aluminum and covered with PP-R treated. Pipes on roof shall be insulated and
cladded.
Pipe bending shall be generally avoided; PP-R pipes and fittings shall be certified for portable water use by a
recognized European Standard.

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Pipes should be guaranteed for 10 years.

PVC pipes-Type-3 are allowed to be used for Domestic hot and cold water inside the villas.
Note: All pipes should be as per standard requirements by the concerned authority.
2.6

DOMESTIC WATER PUMPS

2.6.1

General
All domestic water pumps shall come complete as a package set incorporating base frame run stand by controls
and alarms, duty sharing timer and control panel. The complete package shall be constructed and tested by the
manufacturer ready assembled for connection to the system.

2.6.2

Transfer Pump
The contractor to provide and install above the underground water tank an automatic Transfer Pump Set
consisting of 1 duty /standby (cyclic changeover). Pump to fill roof tank should be through UPVC riser pipe of
inner dia. 11/2 or above.
The pumps shall be centrifugal vertical multistage having stainless steel stage casings/ impellers & shaft, electro
coated cast iron casing.. The pumps shall be fitted with silicon carbide / carbon mechanical seals. The driver
shall be T.E.F.C. Motor suitable for 3 Phase / 415 V / 15 KW/ IP54/2900 RPM/Class F.
The pumps shall be interconnected by 3 x 3 copper pipe work incorporating strainers on the suction side of
each pump, flexible connector & gate valve on suction and discharge of each pump and a silent non-return valve
on the discharge of each pump.
1 No. pressure gauge should be fitted to the pump discharge manifold, as well as one no. gate valve at the outlet
end of the discharge manifold.
The control panel shall incorporate 1 No. ELCB, star-delta starters, Hand-off-auto-switch, door interlock isolator,
duty selector switch, run, trip, power on lamps, incoming MCB, back-up MCB. Control fuse, low voltage control
circuit, terminal for float switch connection.
The operation of the pump set should incorporate cyclic changeover of starting sequence, duty / standby mode,
auto changeover in case of duty pump failure.
All the above items to be mounted on a galvanized base frame.
2 Nos. float switches having 10 Mtr. cable with PVC coated brass counter weight shall be provided (one each in
suction & roof tank).
The complete pump set should be assembled, supplied, commissioned & guaranteed by an authorized local pump
agent.
Contractor should cover pump by aluminum louvered as per plumping drawings.

2.6.3

Booster Pump
The contractor to provide and install near the roof water tank an automatic booster set consisting of 1 duty
/standby or assist (cyclic changeover) , through 2 inside dia. (I.D.) U.P.V.C. Pipe.
The pumps shall be horizontal centrifugal stainless steel suction / discharge chamber casing, impellers & shaft.
The pumps shall be fitted with ceramic / carbon mechanical seals. The driver shall be T.E.F.C. Motor suitable for
1 Phase / 240 V / IP55.
The pumps shall be interconnected by 1.1/2 x 1.1/2 copper pipe work incorporating strainers on the suction side
of each pump, flexible connector & gate valve on suction and discharge of each pump and a silent non-return
valve on the discharge of each pump.
2 Nos. pressure switches & 1 No. pressure gauge should be fitted to the pump discharge manifold, as well as one
no. gate valve at the outlet end of the discharge manifold.
1 No. 226 Ltr. Noncorrosive Composite pressure vessel fitted with replaceable diaphragm suitable for 8 bar
working pressure should be provided. Pressure vessel should have one no. ball valve fitted in the line between
the pr. vessel and the discharge manifold of the pump set.
The control panel shall incorporate 1 No. ELCB, pump starters, Hand-off-auto-switch, duty selector switch, run,
trip, power on lamps, incoming MCB, back-up MCB. Control fuse, low voltage control circuit, terminal for float
switch connection.

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The operation of the pump set should incorporate cyclic changeover of starting sequence, duty / standby / assist
mode, auto changeover in case of duty pump failure.
All the above items to be mounted on a galvanized base plate with anti-vibration rubber pads.
1 No. float switch having 5 Mtr. cable with PVC coated brass counter weight shall be provided in the suction
tank.
The complete pump set should be assembled, supplied, commissioned & guaranteed by an authorized local pump agent.
Contractor should cover pump by aluminum louvered as per plumping drawings.

2.7

EQUIPMENTS

2.7.1

Central Water Heater (if required)

Contractor shall supply and install central water heaters as specified here under with all required works and accessories,
including, pressurized inlet water connection, hot water supply and return connections, drain lines, isolating valves,
safety valves, expansion tanks, monitoring gauges, electric wiring and control panels.
Water heater shall be electric storage type, suitable for high pressure system, supplied from reputable manufacturer and
covered by a minimum of 5 years guarantee.
Water heaters shall comply with the following specifications and requirements:
Inner tank shall be deoxidized copper with 99.9% purity joined by high-tech ITC welding. Insulation shall be CFC - free
polyurethane foam with not less than 30mm thickness. The outer casing shall be constructed from pre-painted sheet steel.
Heating element to be immersion type for maximum power input constructed of nickel chromium resistance wire
sheathed mineral filling and encased in copper tube, suitable for 1-phase, 240v. Thermostat shall be capillary fluid type
adjustable between 60oc and 85oc in addition to a thermal safety cut-out (90oc setting) with manual reset and an
externally adjustable thermostat (control knob). A safety valve group which includes expansion relief, non-return and
stop valve shall be installed on cold water inlet. Piping shall be configured to comply with ASHRAE requirement for heat
retention. An expansion tank shall be installed for each heater with capacity not less than 500 liters.
All central water heaters shall have a tested pressure at 12 Bar and designed for a working pressure of 6 Bar and shall
comply with ISO 9001, BS 5750 & IEC.
2.7.2

Water Cooling System (if required)

Supply, install and commission, as shown on the drawings and detailed herewith, water cooling system for filtered water
storage tank on the roof, to ensure that water temperature supplied will not rise more than 22c at all times.
Water cooling system to include: Chiller, circulating pump set, pressure vessels, automatic controls, concrete foundation,
pipe insulation, electrical and plumbing works. System should run completely automatic, trouble free, including all
necessary controls and safety devices to ensure proper functioning of the system and availability of chilled water in
storage tank even in warmest weather conditions. All accessories and fittings should not have any effect on water quality.
Chiller nominal rated capacity shall be 10 Ton. for each and shall be suitable for 415 volts, 50hz, 3phase. Water chiller
shall be capable of operating at ambient temperatures up to 52c. Chiller heat exchanger shall be jacketed
316 stainless steel. Chiller shall be equipped with silica filter drier to eliminate the moisture content and prolong life of
condensing unit. Condenser fan motor shall include overload protection with class f insulation. Fan motor speed shall not
be more than 1000 rpm. Chiller shall include low and high pressure switches and anti-recycling timer control. Chiller
shall be complete with control panel. panel to include the following minimum features: Main circuit breaker, MCCB for
each chiller, Over load relays, Elcb on main, Ammeter and voltmeter, A.O.H. switches, Phase failure protection,
Run/Trip indicators, Power on indicator, Low level indicator, 24 volt control circuit, Provision for dry run protection,
Provision for inter locking with circulating pumps, Digital display for the temperature in water tank.
System shall include fully packaged circulating pump set to circulate water through chiller. Set shall include 2 nos.
pumps with one working and one stand-by with control panel. Pumps shall all stainless steel casing, shaft, impeller,
propylene seals, and shall be suitable for up to 12 bar working pressure,-20 to +110c liquid temperature range. Pump
duty to be 65 gpm @ 15 mtr. head.
Circulating pumps control panel to include: Main incomer door interlock isolator, Power 'on' indicator, MCB and elcb for
each pump, ammeter for each pump, voltmeter, phase failure relay with indicator, H.O.A. switches for each pump,
run/trip indicators, timer control, water tank low level indicator, low voltage supply (24 v a/c) for switches.

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2.7.3 Filtrations System (if required)

A. General
Tender to allow for the design, supply, installation, commissioning and maintenance of central water treatment plant to
supply treated water from raw water tanks to filtered water tanks and from filtered water tanks to water supply system.
The plant shall be complete with all associated civil, plumbing and electro-mechanical works installed in ventilated plant
room and connected to drain system by a 4" pipe line.
B. Plant Technical Description.
1. Water treatment plant shall be capable of eliminating the following:
i) Turbidity, suspended matters and rust.
ii) Chlorine and organic chemicals.
iii) Fine contamination down to 1 micron.
iv) Water born bacteria and virus.
2. All filtration units shall be factory assembled and shall be constructed to 'ASME' standard and comply with 'NSF'
requirements. Material shall be suitable for drinking water quality and shall be 'FDA' or equivalent approved equal. Each
unit of the plant shall be supplied and installed complete with its detection and control unit and shall operate completely
automatically and trouble free.
3. System shall include raw water filter feed pump set, packaged and complete with automatic control panel with interelectrical connections, strainers, inlet-outlet flexible connections for each pump, insulation rubber pads, pressure vessel,
pressure switches, pressure gauges, flow and level switches.
C. Technical Specifications
System shall consist of the following:
1st stage: For removal of sediments and suspended matters:
Location
Type

: Between raw water tank and filtered water tank

: Multi-layer pressure type filter.
(Factory packaged).
Quantity
: 2 nos. filtration units installed in parallel
Flow rate / unit : Refer to drawings and B.O.Q.
Free board
: Min. 100%
Working pressure: Up to 150 psi.
Pressure drop : Less than 7 psi
Type of media : Multilayer graded density media of different layers distinctly layered with the coarsest layer at the top
and the finest at the bottom with a pre-filtering layer of anthracite to prevent blocking of media
surface. Media to consist of: filter ag, filter sand, fine gravel and coarse gravel at bottom for support.
Media should be inert with no chemical effect on water and should be particularly effective for
removal of precipitated iron.
Material of Construction: Composite fiber glass.
Vessel size
: Not less 65'' height
Filtration rate
: Not to exceed 10gpm/sq.ft.
Operation
: Fully automatic with backwash control operated via pilot valve and differential pressure control.
Accessories
: Gate valves on all inlets, outlets and drain lines.
-- Pressure gauges for inlets and outlets.
-- Flow regulator on outlet.
Power supply
: 240v, 1-ph., 50 hz.

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2nd stage: Fine contamination removal down to 1 micron:

Location
Type
Quantity
Max. flow rate/unit
Degree of clarification
Working pressure
Inlet/outlet connection

:
:
:
:
:
:
:

Type of media

: 5 micron rated cartridges of rigid compacted activated carbon.(flow rate should

not exceed 1 gpm per cartridge, to insure effectiveness of carbon)
: Non-metallic, non-corrosive.

Material of construction

After filtered water tank

Cartridge pressure type filter.
2 nos.(duplex)
Double the total flow of the system (cartridge fitted)
5 micron.
Upto 125 psi @ 85of.
2 inch with contoured flow baffle on inlet to extend cartridge life

3rd stage: Fine contamination removal down to 1 micron:

Location
Type
Quantity
Max. flow rate/unit
Degree of clarification
Working pressure
Min. operating pressure
Inlet/outlet connection
Type of media :
Material of construction

: After filtered water tank.

: Cartridge pressure type filter.
: 2 nos. (duplex)
: double the total flow of the system (cartridge fitted)
: 1 micron.
: Upto 125 psi @ 85of.
: 15 psi.
: 2 inch with contoured flow baffle on inlet to extend cartridge life.
One micron, rigid structure capable of 77 psid. (flow rate should not exceed 2 gpm
per cartridge).
: Non-metallic, non-corrosive.

4th stage: U.v. sterilizing unit for destruction of bacteria and virus.
Location
Flow rate/unit
Working pressure
Housing
U.v. dosage
Control panel

2.8

DRAINS OUTLETS

2.8.1

Floor Drain

:
:
:
:
:
:

After filtered water tank.

100 us gpm.
Upto 125 psi.
316 L stainless steel passivated an electro polished.
Not less than 30,000 mic. watt sec/cm2.
-- 304 stainless steel, nema 4x rated enclosure.
-- power on indicator.
-- individual lamp on indicators.
-- high temp.alarm
-- u.v. intensity monitor.
-- elapsed time meter

Floor Drains for the bathrooms and the kitchen shall be made of HDPE material of a trap type having a water seal of
minimum 70mm. The Floor drain should have a sealed rodding eye for easy access for cleaning. The outlet should be
75mm with three inlets of 40/50mm options.
Provision for an extension pipe to be welded onto the Floor drain should be available in case the floor drain is situated
below the slab.
2.8.2

Roof Drains

All Rainwater outlets will be Corner type Roof Drains with austenitic stainless steel retaining bolts and studs. Gratings
and clamping rings or flanges are finished with factory applied electrostatic polyester powder coating.

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The Roof Outlets should consist of body assembly, clamping ring and a domed or flat grate. Designed for use with
bituminous or multi-layer waterproofing membranes.
These should be dressed into the outer sump, and the clamping ring secured over the waterproofing layer with bolts
provided, to prevent water ingress between waterproofing membrane and roof outlet. The grating to act as a guard
against airborne debris from blocking the outlet.
2.8.3 Balcony Drains
Balcony Drains will be of Shallow type Drain of HDPE Material with horizontal / vertical outlet of 50mm with
110x110mm Stainless steel Grating..
2.9

Sanitary Wares and Fixtures.

2.9.1

Scope of Work

The contractor shall supply all sanitary wares and fixtures as shown in the drawings and as per basic prices (refer to the
B.O.Q.) and as per list of manufacturers for the following:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)

Wash area & Toilets (G-04,G-05 )

Master bathroom (F-02)
Bedroom bathrooms (F-04,F-09 & F-12)
Maids Bath (G-15)
Driver Bath (G-10)

Notes:
The prices mentioned in the B.O.Q. are for the supply of the following items as per Consultant/Clients choice.
Contractor shall include in his price for installation, connecting fittings, related builders work, his overhead and profit
etc.
a- Fixtures
1- Washbasin (countertop and Pedestal).
2- W.C with cistern, fitting and seat & cover.
3- Bidet.
4- Bathtub.
5- Shower tray.
b- Mixers
1- Wash Basin Mixer.
2- Bath Mixer.
3- Shower Mixer.
4- Bidet Mixer.
5- Shattaf (spray hose).
c- Accessories
1- Soap dish for washbasin and bidet.
2- Soap & sponge dish for bathtub.
3- Soap & sponge dish for shower area.
4- Towel rail.
5- Robe hook.
6- Paper holder.
7- Shelf.

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d- Flow Rates:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Kitchen Taps: 1.9 L/min.

Bathroom Washbasin Taps: 1.9 L/min.
Toilets, Dual Flush: 3.07 L/min.
Showers: 5.5 L/min.
Washing Machine: 8.5 L/min.

2.10 GRP Water Tanks

The Contractor shall supply and assemble at site sectional water tanks of hot pressed molded GRP panels (Glass
Reinforced Plastic) of ivory color provide with lockable manhole cover air vent with mesh, internal & external
ladders, supporting beams, float valve, overflow and all piping connections. The panels shall have convex shape
to assist a complete draining of water. Panels shall be of the following characteristics:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)
j)
k)
l)
m)
n)
o)

Specific gravity of 1.8,

Tensile strength of not less than 1000 Kgf/cm2,
Flexural strength of 1650 kgf/cm2
Impact strength of 52.5 kgf-cm/cm2,
Thermal expansion of 2.16 x 10-5/ C
Thermal conductivity of 0.02 Kcal/m hr C
Water absorption less than 0.2%
Glass content more than 30%
No light transmission
Gasket of synthetic rubber
Bolts and nuts stainless steel,
Frame angles and frame plates of hot dipped galvanized steel,
External ladder of hot dipped galvanized steel,
Internal ladder of rigid UPVC
Tie rods of stainless steel.

The tank sections shall be of double skin type with 32mm thickness sandwich insulation.
Contractor should cover underground water tanks & roof water tank by aluminum cover.
Ground water tank could by 1 day consumption and Roof water tank could be day consumption.

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3.

ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS (If Required)

3.2 Tank Construction

Inner tank shall be glass-lined able to stand an 8 bar working pressure at a testing pressure of 16 bar. Outer
casing of cold rolled sendzimir zinc plated steel, finished with white stove epoxy coating. Tank shall be
guaranteed for 5 years.
3.3

Thermal Insulation
No hydroscopic and fire resisting fiber glass or rock wool, minimum thickness 40mm.

3.4

Apparatus Plate, Screw Type

Copper screw type apparatus plate with insertion type element. Flange and element tubes constructed from
1.5mm thick copper sheet reinforced with galvanized steel ring, fixed by means of brass nuts onto the
underside of the water chamber.
Apparatus plate consists of:
a)
b)
c)
d)

3.5

Thermostat
Protective pipes for heating elements
Heating element
Thermal cut-out

Heating Element
The insertion type heating element with nichrome resistance wiring in block type ceramic former is
detachable from the apparatus plate.
This element consists of:
a)
End stone
b)
Element stone
c)
Heating spiral
d)
Junction contact
e)
Connection screw
A neon pilot light indicates if heating element is in operation.

3.6 Thermostat
Capillary type of adjustable range between 35 Deg. C. to Deg. C. of the single pole type, rated 16 amps.
Maximum temperature housing 150 Deg. C.
Thermal Cut-out
Safety thermal cut-out is manually reset table and operates at 103 Deg. C. 4 of 2 pole cut-out 25 amps.
3.7

Safety Combination Unit

This safety combination eliminates the dangers caused by a pressure built up in the hot water system. To
supply with:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)

Captive hexagon nut for connection to cold water inlet

Gasket ring
Stop valve with easy handling knob
Testing screw for non-return valve
Non return valve with spring
Spring relief valve of stainless steel
Outlet for expansion water
Hose with anti-siphoning hole of silicone rubber
Tube connected to the wall for draining expansion water.

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3.7.1

Power Rating
The power rating to be 1500w.

3.8

External Houses of Chrome Plated Annealed Copper

3.9

Capacities
The capacities shall be as shown on drawings

3.10

Guarantee
All heaters to be guaranteed for at least 5 years by manufacturer and not by supplier.

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PART # 3
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FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEM

A)

FIRE EXTINGUISHERS:-

1.1.1.

General:
1.

Fire extinguishers shall comply with NFPA-10 for installation.

2.

The distribution of fire extinguishers shall comply with the prescribed requirements of NFPA-10, as shown
on the drawings and the specific requirements of the local Civil Defence Authorities.

3.

Cabinets housing fire extinguishers shall not be locked.

4.

Portable fire extinguishers shall be maintained in a fully charged and operable condition, and kept in their
designated places at all times when they are not being used.

1.1.2. ABC Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher:

ABC Dry powder fire extinguishers shall be manufactured in accordance with BS EN 3 standards and shall be
operated by means of a lever operated valve provided with a safety pin which shall allow a controlled partial
discharge. The cylinder shall have minimum working pressure of 14bar. The temperature shall range from -20
to 60 degree. The extinguisher must have a plastic base. It must be coated inside by electrostatic PVC resin to
resist corrosion. The cylinder shall be made special cold rolled steel sheet with Argon/CO2 welding process and
the suction tube shall be made of PVC material.. All extinguishers shall carry instructions for use in English and
Arabic.
The Dry powder fire extinguishers shall have LPCB approval/KITE mark approval and have Abu-Dhabi Civil
Defense approvals.
Multipurpose Dry Chemical Extinguishers (Class A, Class B, and Class C Fires).
The capacity of the extinguisher shall be 4Kg and shall have a fire rating of 21A and 113B Rating as shown in
the drawings.
1.1.3. Carbon Dioxide Fire Extinguisher:
Carbon dioxide fire extinguishers shall be manufactured in accordance with BS EN 3 standards and shall be
operated by means of a lever operated valve provided with a safety pin which shall allow a controlled partial
discharge. The cylinder shall be made of high grade seamless steel and shall have high gloss polyester finish.
The cylinders shall be tested to 250 bar.
The temperature range for safety operation shall range from -20 to 60 degree. The extinguisher shall be
electroplated PVC resign coated to resist corrosion. The suction tube shall be Aluminum. The CO2 fire
extinguisher capacity shall be of 2 Kgs and the rating shall be 55B as shown on the drawings. All extinguishers
shall carry instructions for use in English and Arabic.
The Carbon dioxide fire extinguishers shall have LPCB approval/KITE mark approval and or manufactured
complying with BS EN3 standards and have Abu-Dhabi Civil Defence approvals.
B)

FIRE PLANKET:Fire blankets are made of fire resistant glass fiber fabric. Each family should have a fire blanket. It is easy to
use and good for putting out small fires, especially in the kitchen. It is also an excellent first extinguisher in a
car, boat, caravan or holiday home. The Fire blanket can be released and cover the flame in LESS THAN FIVE
SECONDS!Nothing could be simpler.
Fire blanket can be used to extinguish fires in small electrical appliances (toaster, coffee maker, etc.), rubbish
bins, clothes, tabletop fires caused by candles or fat pan fires.

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Contractor should provide Fire Planket in each kitchen.

Contractor should submit sample of Fire Planket to get approval from Client and Consultant.
C) FIRE ALARM & BREAK GLASS:Contractor should provide Fire Alarm in each villa. (Material approved by Civil Defence).
Contractor should provide Break glass in each floor for each villa. (Material approved by Civil Defence).

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