TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 1.0 GENERAL CONDITIONS

DIVISION 2.0 SITEWORK

Section 2.01 Earthwork

Section 2.02 Soil Treatment
Section 2.03 Concrete Block Paving

DIVISION 3.0 CONCRETE

Section 3.01 Cast in Place Concrete

DIVISION 4.0 MASONRY

Section 4.01 Concrete Masonry Unit Work

DIVISION 5.0 METALS

Section 5.01 Metals

Section 5.02 Metal Materials & Methods
Section 5.03 Structural Steel Work

DIVISION 6.0 WOOD and PLASTIC

Section 6.01 Carpentry

DIVISION 7.0 THERMAL & MOISTURE PROTECTION

Section 7.01 Integral Type Waterproofing

(Capillary)

Section 7.02 Caulking and Sealants

Section 7.03 Metal Roofing
Section 7.04 Roofing Tiles

DIVISION 8.0 DOORS, WINDOWS & GLASS

Section 8.01 Steel Doors and Frames

Section 8.02 Aluminum Doors and Frames
Section 8.03 Wood Doors
Section 8.04 Polyvinyl Chlride (PVC) Doors and Windows
Section 8.05 Aluminum Windows and Frames
Section 8.06 Finish Hardware
Section 8.07 Glass and Glazing

DIVISION 9.0 FINISHES

Section 9.01 Finishes
Section 9.02 Plastering
Section 9.03 Concrete Finish
Section 9.04 Cement Textured Finish
Section 9.05 Ceramic Tiles
Section 9.06 Local & Other Stones
Section 9.07 Ceiling Suspension System
Section 9.08 Painting
Section 9.09 Vinyl tiles

DIVISION 10.0 SPECIALTIES

Section 10.01 Miscellaneous Specialties

DIVISION 13.0 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

Section 13.01 Modular Steel Frame Ferro-Concrete Structures

DIVISION 15.0 MECHANICAL

Section 15.01 Plumbing System

Section 15.02 Water Service System
Section 15.03 Exterior Sanitary Sewer System

DIVISION 16.0 ELECTRICAL

Section 16.01 Electrical Work

DIVISION 1.0 GENERAL CONDITIONS

PART 1.0 GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE OF WORK: The work covered under this Contract consists of the furnishing all
materials, labor, equipment, transportation, incidentals, facilities, and superintendence
necessary to complete the project In accordance with true intent these Specifications
and Contract Drawings.

1.2 PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS: The Contractor shall be responsible for carefully
examining, comparing and verifying the data furnished by the Plans and Specifications.
In case of obscurity or discrepancy in the Plans and Specifications, the Contractor shall
submit the matter to the Architect or his authorized representative for the proper
explanation or necessary correction, before any adjustment shall be made. Any
adjustment by the Contractor without such determination shall be at his risk and
expense.

Omitted or wrongly described details of work, which are manifestly necessary to carry
out the true intent of the drawings and specifications, shall be performed as if fully and
correctly set forth and described in the drawings and specifications.

The Owner may, from time to time, make changes in the specifications and construction
drawings. However, if the cost to the Contractor shall be materially increased by such
change, the Owner shall pay the Contractor for the reasonable cost in accordance with
the changes.

1.3 LAWS TO BE OBSERVED: The contractor shall comply with all the laws, City or
Municipal Ordinances and all government Specifications and regulations in so far as
they are binding upon or affecting the portion of the work hereto. The Contractor or
those engaged thereon shall obtain all necessary licenses and permits and pay all taxes
or fees, which may due to the local and/or National Government in connection with the
prosecution of the work. He shall also be responsible for all damages to persons or
property that may occur.

PART 2.0 MATERIALS

2.1 MATERIALS: Unless otherwise specified, all materials shall be new and free from
defects and imperfections. The quality of materials shall be of the best grade of their
respective kinds for the purpose. The work shall be performed in the best and most
acceptable manner in strict accordance with the requirements of the Plans and
Specifications. Preference will be given to articles or materials that are locally
manufactured, conditions of quality and price being equal.

2.2 SAMPLES AND INFORMATION ON MATERIALS: When required by the Specifications,

or when called for by the Architect, the Contractor shall furnish, for approval, full
Information and satisfactory evidence as to the kind and quality of materials or articles
he will Incorporate in the work. The Contractor shall furnish, for Architect’s and Owner’s
approval, all samples when so directed. The work shall be in accordance with approved
samples. Materials and articles ins-talled or used without such approval shall be at the
risk of subsequent rejection.
Any failure on the part of the Contractor to conform or use materials that are not
specified herein shall be under subsequent rejection. Any alteration or revision of
 material usage without approval from the Architect shall make the Contractor
responsible and liable in terms of guarantee, workmanship and defects.

PART 3.0 WORKMANSHIP

3.1 WORKMANSHIP: Workmanship shall be in accordance with the best standard practices
and all operations required under any and all parts of the Specifications shall be
undertaken In a neat, workmanlike manner. Only skilled personnel with sufficient
experience in similar operations shall be allowed to undertake the same.

Any alteration or revision on the execution of Drawings without approval from the
Architect shall be under subsequent rejection and shall make the Contractor responsible
and liable for any workmanship and execution defects.

Defective workmanship shall be remedied by the Contractor, at his expense. He shall

not be entitled to any payment hereunder until defective workmanship has been
remedied.

3.2 TEMPORARY FACILITIES: The Contractor shall provide and maintain adequate
weather-tight temporary facilities with water, light, and toilet facilities. He shall keep such
places clean and free from flies. He shall remove all connections and appliances
connected there with prior to the completion of the Contract and leave the premises
perfectly clean.

The Contractor shall furnish all temporary lights and power and shall pay all expenses in
connection therewith. Furthermore, the Contractor shall provide and pay for all water
expenses for building purposes that are required by all trades.

3.3 PROTECTION OF WORK AND OWNER’S PROPERTY: The Contractor shall put up
safety measures and continuously maintain adequate protection of all his work from
damage and shall protect the Owners property, as well as all materials furnished and
delivered to him by the Owner. He shall make good any such damage, injury or loss,
except such as may be caused by agents or employees of the Owner, or due to causes
considered as an Act of God.

PART 4.0 SUPERVISION AND INSPECTION

4.1 AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE: Whenever the Contractor is not at the site, orders
maybe given by the Owner to his authorized representative and shall be accepted and
complied to by the superintendent or foreman of the Contractor.

4.2 INSPECTION OF WORK: The Architect or Owner shall, at all times, have access
to the work whenever it is in preparation or progress and the Contractor shall provide
facilities for such access for inspection. The manner of work and all materials and
equipment used therein shall be subject to inspection, tests, and approval of the Owner.

4.3 CONSTANT SUPERVISION. The Contractor shall ensure that the project will have
constant supervision by a competent superintendent, who shall be present where
construction is being carried on at all times during the working hours.

4.4 DISPUTES: The Architect shall, within a reasonable time, make decision on all claims of
the Owner or Contractor and on all matters relating to the execution and progress of the
work or the interpretation of the Contract Documents.

Except as otherwise specifically provided in this Contract, all disputes concerning

questions of fact arising under this contract shall be decided by the Architect, whose
decisions shall be final and conclusive upon the parties as to questions of fact.

4.4 CLEAN UP: The Contractor, prior to the turn over of the work to the Owner, shall
remove any excess materials, waste, debris, rubbish, and all construction and
installation equipment and tools from the premises.
 END OF SECTION

DIVISION 2.0 SITEWORK

SECTION 2.01 EARTHWORK

PART 1.0 GENERAL

1.1 WORK INCLUDED: Work in this section includes the complete clearing of site,
general site grading, excavating, filling and backfilling.

PART 2.0 DEGREE OF COMPACTION

Required compaction is expressed as a percentage of the maximum density obtained

by test procedure of ASTM D1557.

2.1 EXCAVATION. The contractor shall perform excavation of every type of material
encountered within the limits of the project to the lines, grades, and elevations
indicated and as specified herein. Grading shall be in conformity with the typical
sections shown and shall be finished within a tolerance of 25/100 foot of the grades
indicated. Satisfactory excavated materials shall be transported to and placed in fill
areas within work limits. Unsatisfactory materials encountered below the established
sub-grade shown under building or paved areas shall be excavated 300 mm or 31 cm
below grade and replaced with satisfactory materials as directed. In the event that it
is required to remove unsatisfactory material to a greater depth than specified, an
adjustment in the contract price will be made in accordance with the contract.
Surplus satisfactory excavated material not required for fill or embankment shall be
disposed of to the designated waste or spoil areas. Unsatisfactory excavated
material shall be disposed of in designated wastes or spoil areas. Excavation and
filling shall be performed in manner and sequence that will provide proper drainage at
all times.

2.2 CUTTING, FILLING AND GRADING. Cutting, filling and grading will be done to
bring all areas of the respective surfacing as fixed by the finished grade.

2.3 COMPACTION. Compaction shall be by rolling with approved tamping rollers,

vibratory rollers, pneumatic-tired rollers, three-wheel power rollers, or other approved
equipment well suited to the particular soil being compacted. Material shall be
moistened or aerated as necessary to provide the moisture content that will facilitate
obtaining the specified compaction with the equipment utilized. 0

2.4 SUB-GRADE PREPARATION

a. CONSTRUCTION. Sub-grade shall be shaped to line, grade, and cross-section, and

compacted as specified. This shall be done by plowing, disking, and moistening or
aerating. Low areas resulting from removal of unsatisfactory material or excavation of
rock shall be brought up to required grade with satisfactory materials, and entire sub-
grade shaped. Elevation of finish sub-grade shall conform to elevations shown.

b. PROTECTION. During construction, any excavation shall be kept shaped and

drained. Ditches and drains shall be maintained in such manner as to drain
effectively at all times. Graded areas shall be protected against action of the
elements prior to acceptance of the work. Settlement or washing that may have
occurred shall be repaired and grades shall be re-established to the required
elevations and slopes immediately prior to installation of paving.
2.5 EXCAVATION, FILLING, AND BACKFILLING FOR BUILDING

A. GENERAL. Excavations shall conform to dimensions and elevations

indicated for the building structure, and shall extend a sufficient distance from
walls and footings to services, except where the concrete for walls and footings is
authorized to be deposited directly against excavation surfaces. Bottoms of all
footings shall be on level planes.
B. EXCESS EXCAVATION. Excavations carried below indicated depths will
not be permitted except to remove unsatisfactory material. Unsatisfactory
materials encountered below grades shown shall be removed and replaced as
directed with satisfactory materials. Unauthorized material removed below
depths indicated shall be replaced, at no additional cost to the owners, to the
indicated excavation grade with satisfactory materials placed and compacted to
100% maximum density except under concrete footings.
C. DRAINAGE AND PUMPING. Excavate in such a manner that site and
area immediately surrounding will be continually drained. Water shall not be
permitted to accumulate in excavations. Do all necessary pumping required to
keep excavations dry.
D. SHORING. During excavation shall be furnished and installed as
necessary to protect workers, banks, adjacent paving, structures, and utilities.
Shoring, bracing, and sheeting shall be removed, as excavations are backfilled in
such a manner as to prevent injurious caving.
E. EXCAVATED MATERIALS. Satisfactory excavated materials required for
fill or backfill shall be separately stockpiled as directed. Unsatisfactory and
surplus excavated materials not required for fill and backfill shall be disposed of
in designated waste area. Stockpiles and wasted materials shall be graded and
sloped for proper drainage.
F. BACKFILLING. Backfilling shall not begin until construction below finish
grade has been approved, underground utilities systems have been inspected,
tested, and approved, formed removed, and the excavation cleaned of trash and
debris. Backfill shall be brought to indicated finish sub-grade. Backfill materials
shall be satisfactory materials, free from roots and other organic matter, trash,
debris. Place backfill in 23-cm maximum layers loose depth. Compaction shall
be as in Paragraph 2A.5. Fill shall be compacted by power-driven hand tampers
suitable for the material being compacted. Backfill shall not be placed against
foundation walls prior to 7 days after placement of concrete or masonry. As far as
practicable, backfill shall be brought up evenly on each side of the wall and
sloped to drain away from the wall. Brace inside of the wall before backfill is
placed on the outside of basement.

G. PROTECTION. Settlement that occurs in backfill areas prior to acceptance of the

work shall be repaired and grades re-established to the required elevation and
slope.

2.6 EXCAVATION, TRENCHING AND BACKFILLING FOR UTILITIES

A. GENERAL. Perform all excavating of every description and of whatever

substance encountered to depths indicated or specified. Pile materials suitable
for backfilling a sufficient distance from banks of trenches to prevent slides or
cave-ins. Excavated materials shall be piled to one side only of trenches and in
such a manner as to permit ready access to and use of existing utilities system.
All excavated materials not required or suitable for backfill shall be wasted as
directed. Water shall be removed by pumping or other approved method and
shall be discharged at a safe distance from the excavation. Sheeting and
shoring shall be done as necessary for protection of work and for safety of
personnel.
B. maximum layers and compacted by mechanical means. Trenches and
excavation pits improperly backfilled, or where settlement occurs, shall be
 reopened to the depth required for proper compaction, then refilled and
compacted, with the surface restored to the required grade and compaction.
END OF SECTION

DIVISION 2.0 SITEWORK

SECTION 2.02 SOIL TREATMENT

PART 1.0 GENERAL

1.1 WORK INCLUDED : This section covers the furnishing of all materials, labor and
equipment necessary to perform the completion of ground and soil treatment for
termite control.

1.2 QUALIFICATION: Specified work shall be done only by licensed and certified pesticide
applicators. Applicator shall be familiar with all the works Involved and shall hire only
skilled personnel familiar with soil and ground treatment works.

1.3 GUARANTEE: The applicator shall give a certificate of guarantee for a minimum of
five years to a maximum of 20 years. Soil poisoning treatment shall be provided to
prevent subterranean termites from attacking the building or its contents for a period
of not less than five (5) years and a maximum of twenty (20) years guarantee.

PART 2.0 PRODUCT

2.1 MATERIAL: Material shall be Soilguard .Concentrate as manufactured by Jardine

distribution inc. or any approved equal and it shall be an ecologically safe product.

Material shall be an organic phosphate insecticide, which acts primarily by contact

activity and as a stomach-poison. It shall be biologically active against many species
of insects and other anthropoids that are plant, animal and human health pests,
including termites, and it shall be an ecologically safe product.

PART 3.0 EXECUTION

3.1 Pesticide shall be applied by or under the direct supervision of a certified pesticide
applicator.

3.2 Pre-Construction Treatment: 2 liters pesticide/ 100 liters of water.

A. Apply an overall treatment under entire surface of floor slab, including entrance
platform, at the rate of 4 liters solution per square meter. If fill is washed gravel or
other coarse material, apply at the rate of 7 liters solution per square meter.

B. Hollow blocks foundation or voids of masonry should be treated to make a

continuous chemical barrier in the voids. Apply at the rate of 7 liters per 3 linear
meters.
 For crawl spaces, apply at the rate of 15 liters solution per linear meters per 30 cm.
of depth from grade to bottom of foundation. Treat both sides of foundation and
around all piers and pipes.

END OF SECTION

DIVISION 2.0 SITEWORK

SECTION 2.03 CONCRETE BLOCK PAVING

PART 1.0 GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE OF WORK: The Contractor shall furnish all materials, equipment, tools, labor,
and other services necessary for the completion of all interlock concrete paver works as
herein called for and as shown on the drawings.

1.2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

A. The General Contractor shall be responsible for the subgrade preparation providing
allowance for the finished level equal to the thickness of the interlock concrete pavers
plus 30mm for the thickness of compacted sand.

B. The Block Contractor shall undertake compaction tests to guarantee compliance to a

minimum compaction of 95% and 100% for extra heavy loads.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. SAMPLES: Submit samples of Concrete Paving Stones with the different colors.

B. MANUFACTURER'S BROCHURE: Submit manufacturer's current recommendation

on the proper installation of the specified work.

END OF SECTION

DIVISION 3 CONCRETE

SECTION 3.01 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE. This section covers cast-in-place concrete, complete.

1.2 DELIVERY AND STORAGE

 a. CEMENT. Cement shall be stored immediately upon receipt at the
site of the work in a suitable weatherproof and airtight structure and
elevated above the ground to prevent the absorption of moisture. Bags
shall be stacked close together to reduce circulation of air, but shall not be
stacked against outside walls. The manner of storage shall permit easy
access for inspection and identification of each shipment. Bulk cement
shall be transferred to elevated airtight and weatherproof bins. At the time
of use, all cement must be free flowing, and free of lumps. Cement that
has been in storage for longer than 6 months will be tested by standard
mortar tests or other test as deemed necessary by the Construction
Architect or Engineer to determine its suitability for use.

b. AGGREGATES. Aggregates shall be stored in areas covered with

tightly laid wood planks, sheet metal or other hard and clean surface, and
in a manner that will preclude the inclusion of foreign materials.
Aggregates of different sizes shall be stored in separate piles.

c. REINFORCEMENT. Reinforcement shall be stored in such a

manner that will prevent excessive rusting or coating with grease, oil, dirt,
and other objectionable materials. Storage shall be in separate piles or
racks to avoid confusion and loss of identification after bundles have been
broken.

PART 2.0 MATERIALS

2.1 CEMENT Portland cement ,Holcim only .shall conform to

PNS 07, type 1. Cement for exposed concrete surfaces shall be from the
same mill.

2.2 FINE AGGREGATES. Fine aggregates shall be clean, hard, natural sand
or manufactured sand, or a combination of both.

2.3 COARSE AGGREGATES. Coarse aggregates shall be hard, durable,

uncoated gravel, crushed gravel, or a combination thereof.

2.4 WATER. Mixing water for concrete shall be fresh, clean, and potable.

2.5 EXPANSION JOINT’S FILLER shall be elastomeric pre-molded type.

2.6 SEALING MATERIALS for expansion joints shall be single component

urethane or acrylic type sealant.

2.7 FORMS COATING shall be non-staining type mineral oil.

PART 3.0 FORMS

3.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. Forms shall be provided for all

concrete. Forms shall be set true to line and grade and maintained as to
ensure completed work within the allowable tolerance specified, and shall be
mortar-tight. The contractor shall be responsible for the adequacy of forms
and form support. Wire ties shall not be used where the concrete surface will
be exposed to weathering and where discoloration will be exposed. All
formwork shall be provided with adequate clean-out openings to permit
inspection and easy cleaning after all reinforcement has been placed. Where
forms for continuous surfaces are placed in successive units, these shall be
 fitted over the completed surface to obtain accurate alignment of the surface
and to prevent leakage of mortar. Panel forms shall be constructed to
provide tight joints between panels. All forms shall be constructed so that
they can be removed without damaging the concrete. All exposed joints,
edges and external corners shall be chamfered a minimum of 20 mm unless
specified otherwise hereinafter.

3.2 MATERIALS FOR FORMS. Forms shall be of wood, plywood, steel,

or other suitable materials. Wood forms for surfaces exposed to view in the
finished structure and requiring a standard finish, shall be plywood. For
unexposed surface, undressed square-edged lumber may be used. Forms for
surfaces requiring special finishes shall be plywood or hard-pressed
fiberboard not less than 12 mm thick. Surfaces of steel forms shall be free
from irregularities, dents, and sags.

3.3 COATING. Before placing the concrete, the contact surfaces of

forms shall be coated with non-staining mineral oil or suitable non-staining
form coating compound, or shall be given two coats of nitrocellulose lacquer,
except as specified otherwise. Mineral oil shall be used on forms for
surfaces, which are to be painted. For surfaces not exposed to view in the
finished structure and when temperature is above 40 degrees F, sheeting
may be wetted thoroughly with clean water. All excess coating shall be
removed by wiping with cloths. Re-used forms shall have the contact
surfaces cleaned thoroughly; those, which have been coated, shall be given
an additional application of the coating. Plaster waste molds shall be sized
with two coats of thin shellac or lacquer and coated with soft or thinned non-
staining grease.

PART 5 PROPORTIONING, MEASUREMENT AND MIXING

5.1 CONCRETE DESIGNS MIX. Concrete mixes except otherwise

indicated shall be designed by the contractor. The proportions shall be
changed whenever necessary to maintain the workability, strength, and
standard of quality core the concrete covered by these specifications, and to
meet the varying conditions encountered during construction. Test for slump
and unit weight shall be performed under the supervision of the Construction
Architect/Engineer.

5.2 MIXING. All concrete shall be machine-mixed. In cases of

emergency or small batches, the mixing may be done by hand if so
authorized by the Construction Architect/ Engineer. Mixing shall begin within
30 minutes after the cement has been added to the aggregates. The time of
mixing after all cement and aggregates are in the mixer drum shall be not
less than one minute for mixers having a capacity of one cubic yard or less;
for mixers of larger capacities, the minimum time shall be increased 15
second for each additional cubic yard. A reduction in the aforementioned
mixing time shall be permitted if mixer performance tests made at the
contractor’s option and at his expense, indicate adequate mixing with the
reduced time. All mixing water shall be introduced in the drum before one-
fourth of the mixing time has elapsed. The entire content of the mixer drum
shall be discharged before recharging. The time elapsing between the
introduction of the mixing water to the cement and aggregates or the cement
to the aggregates and placing of the concrete in final position in the forms
shall not exceed 60 minutes, if the air temperature is less than 85 degrees
Fahrenheit. If the air temperature is equal or greater than 85 degrees
Fahrenheit, time elapsed shall not exceed 45 minutes. The re-tampering of
 concrete, i.e., re-mixing with or without additional cement, aggregate or
water, will not be permitted.

PART 6 CURING

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. Curing for all concrete shall be accomplished by preventing

loss of moisture, rapid temperature change, mechanical injury, or injury from rain or flowing
water for a period of 7 days when normal Portland cement has been used. Curing shall be
started as soon after placing and finishing as free water has disappeared from the surface
of the concrete. Curing may be accomplished by any of the following methods or
combination thereof, as approved.

MOIST CURING. Unformed surfaces shall be covered with burlap or other approved fabric-
type mats and shall be kept continually wet. Forms shall be kept continually wet. If forms
are removed before the end of the curing period, curing shall be continued on unformed
surfaces that will be unexposed in the finished work.

END OF SECTION

DIVISION 4 MASONRY

SECTION 4.01 CONCRETE MASONRY UNIT WORK

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE. This section includes concrete masonry unit work, complete.

1.2 DELIVERY, HANDLING, AND STORAGE OF MATERIALS. Cement and

other cementitious materials shall be delivered to the site and stored in
unbroken bags, barrels, or other approved containers, plainly marked and
labeled with the manufacturer’s names and brands. Mortar materials shall be
stored in dry, weather tight sheds or enclosures, and shall be stored and
handled in a manner which will prevent the inclusion of foreign material and
damage by water or dampness. Concrete masonry units shall be handled
with care to avoid chipping and breakage, and shall be stored as directed.
Materials stored in newly constructed floors shall be stacked in such manner
that the uniformly distributed loading does not exceed 50 psi. Concrete
masonry materials shall be protected from contact with the earth and
exposure to the weather, and shall be kept dry until used.

PART 2 MATERIALS

2.1 CONCRETE MASONRY UNITS shall be 2 or 3-core steam-cured

modular blocks. Exterior and interior masonry units shall be load bearing and
non-load bearing units with compressive strength of 800 psi and 400 psi
respectively. However, load-bearing units may be provided in lieu of non-
load-bearing units. Surfaces of units that are to be plastered shall be
sufficiently rough to provide a suitable bond.

2.2 PORTLAND CEMENT shall be type 1 conforming to PNS 07.

 2.3 SAND shall conform to PNS 18 type 1.

2.4 WATER for mixing shall be potable.

2.5 REINFORCING STEEL BARS shall be corrugated structural grade.

PART 3 PROPORTIONS, MEASUREMENT AND MIXING

3.1 MORTAR MIXING. Mortar materials shall be measured by

volumetric proportioning in approved containers that will insure that the
specified proportions of materials will be controlled and accurately
maintained during the progress of the work. Measuring materials with shovels
will not be permitted. Unless specified otherwise, mortar shall be mixed in
such a manner that the materials will be distributed uni-
formly throughout the mass. A sufficient amount of water shall be added
gradually and the mass further mixed not less that 3 minutes until a mortar of
the plasticity necessary for the purposes intended is obtained. Mortar boxes,
pans and/or mixer drums shall be kept clean and free of debris of dried
mortar. The mortar shall be used before the initial setting of the cement has
taken place; re-tempering of mortar in which cement has started to set will
not be permitted. Mortar shall be mixed in the proportions of one part
Portland cement and 3 parts sand.

3.2 GROUT shall consist of a mixture of cementitious materials

aggregate as specified hereinafter; water shall be added in sufficient quantity
to produce a fluid mixture. Fine grout shall be provided in grout spaces less
than 50 mm in any horizontal dimension or in which clearance between
reinforcing and masonry is less than 20 mm. Coarse grout shall be provided
in-group spaces 50 mm or greater in all horizontal dimensions and clearance
between reinforcement and masonry is not less than 20 mm.

PART 4 ERECTION

4.1 WORKMANSHIP. Concrete masonry walls shall be carried up level and plumb
all around. One section of the walls shall not be carried up in advance of the
others unless specifically approved. Unfinished work shall be stepped back
for joining with new work. Heights of masonry at each floor, and at sills and
heads of opening shall be checked with an instrument to maintain the level of
the walls. Door and window frames, louvered openings, anchors, pipes, ducts
and conduits shall be built-in carefully and in a neat manner as the masonry
work progresses. Spaces around metal doorframes shall be filled solidly with
mortar. Concrete masonry units shall be handled with care to avoid chipping,
backing, and spilling of faces and edges. Structural steel work, bolts,
anchors, inserts, plugs, ties, lintels, and miscellaneous metal work specified
elsewhere shall be placed in position as the work progresses. Unless
directed otherwise, partitions shall extend from the floor to the bottom of the
floor or roof construction above. Non-load-bearing partitions and interior
walls shall be securely anchored to the construction above in a manner that
provides lateral stability while permitting unrestricted deflection of
construction above, scaffolding well-braced and securely tied in position.
Overloading of scaffolding will not be permitted.

4.2 MORTAR JOINTS shall be uniform in thickness, and the average

thickness of any three consecutive joints shall be 10 mm to 12 mm.
Changes in coursing or bonding after the work is started will not be permitted.
Exposed joints shall be rolled slightly concave with a round or other approved
jointer when the mortar is thumbprint hard. The jointer shall be slightly larger
 than the width of the joint so that complete contact is made along the edges
of the units, compressing and sealing the surface of the joint. Joints in
masonry that will not be exposed shall be struck-flush. Horizontal joints shall
be struck-flush. Horizontal joints shall be rolled first. Joints shall be brushed
to remove all loose and excess mortar. All horizontal joints shall be level;
vertical joints shall be plumb and in alignment from top to bottom of wall,
within a tolerance of plus or minus 12 mm.

4.3 CONCRETE MASONRY UNIT WORK. The first course of concrete

masonry units shall be laid in a full bed of mortar for the full width of the unit;
the succeeding courses shall be laid with broken joints. The bed-joints of
concrete masonry unit shall be formed by applying the mortar to the entire
top surfaces of the inner and outer face shell. The head joints shall be
formed by applying the mortar for a width of about 25-mm to the ends of the
adjoining units laid previously. The mortar for joints shall be smooth, not
furrowed, and shall be of such thickness that it will be forced out of the joints
as the units are being placed in positions. Where anchors, bolts, and ties
occur within the cells of the units, such cells shall be filled with mortar or
grout as the work progresses. Concrete masonry units shall not be damped
before or during laying.

4.4 REINFORCING shall be positioned accurately as indicated. As

masonry work progresses, vertical reinforcing shall be rigidly secured in
place at vertical intervals as indicated. Reinforcing shall be embedded in
grout as grouting proceeds. The minimum clear distance between masonry
and vertical reinforcement shall be not less than 12 mm. Unless indicated or
specified otherwise, splices shall be formed by lapping bars not less than 20
bar diameters and wire tying them together.

4.5 BONDING AND ANCHORING. Masonry walls and partitions shall

be accurately anchored or bonded at points where they intersect, and where
they abut or adjoin the concrete frame of a building. All anchors shall be
completely embedded in mortar.

4.6 GROUT PLACEMENT. Grouting shall be performed from interior

side of walls, except as approved otherwise. Sills, ledges, offsets and other
surfaces to be left exposed shall be protected from grout droppings; grout
falling on such surfaces shall be removed immediately. Grout shall be stirred
before placing to avoid segregation of the aggregate and shall be suffi ciently
fluid to flow into joints and around reinforcing without leaving voids. Grout
shall be placed by pumping or pouring from buckets equipped with spouts,
not exceeding 1.22 m; pours shall be kept at 38 mm below the top of
masonry units in top course. Grout shall be puddled or agitated tho roughly to
eliminate voids without displacing masonry from its original position.
Masonry displaced by grouting operation shall be removed and laid in re-
alignment with fresh mortar.

END OF SECTION

DIVISION 5.0 METAL

SECTION 5.01 METALS

PART 1.0 GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION: The contents of this section apply to all sections of this division unless
otherwise specified or modified.
1.2 REFERENCE STANDARDS: Comply with the latest edition of the following of the
following as applicable unless otherwise specified or modified:

A. AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF STEEL

CONSTRUCTION (AISC), 1978: Specification for the Design, Fabrication and
Erection of Structural Steel for Building; Code of Standard Practice for Steel
Buildings and Bridges: Specification for Architecturally Exposed Structural Steel.

B. AMERICAN IRON AND STEEL

INSTITUTE (AISI): "Specifications for the Design of Cold Formed Steel Structural
Members, 1974.’

C. AMERICAN WELDING SOCIETY

(AWS): Standard Welding Symbols A2.0-68; Standard Welding Code DI.1-1973
(Rev. 1-73 & 2-74). (To govern if in conflict with AISC).

D. RESEARCH COUNCIL ON
RIVETED AND BOLTED JOINTS OF THE ENGINEERING FOUNDATION (RCRBJ):
Specification for Structural Joists using ASTM A-325-76a Bolts.

E. STEEL JOIST INSTITUTE-

AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF STEEL CONSTRUCTION (SJI-AISC):
‘Standard Specifications for Open Web Steel Joists,’ and ‘Standard Specifications for
Long span Steel Joists,’ 1978 Editions.

F. STRUCTURAL STEEL PAINTING

COUNCIL (SSPC): Painting Manual, Volume 1; Good Painting Practice, Painting
Manual, Volume 2; Systems and Specifications.

1.3 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL

The Contractor shall be responsible for the fabrication, correct fitting and alignment of
the various metal items or component members. However, the Fabricator shall permit
the Architect or an independent inspection agency, if engaged by the Owner, to inspect
work In progress in his shop. Such Inspection shall not relieve the Contractor of his
responsibility to furnish materials and workmanship in accordance with the Contract
Documents.

1.4 PRODUCT DELIVERY, HANDLING AND STORAGE:

All materials shall be handled and stored in such manner as to prevent damage or
disfigurement. Finished items or components shall be stored above ground on
platforms, pallets, or other supports and protected from harmful elements.

1.5 PROTECTION:

The installer shall protect any existing work subject to damage during the installation of
specified work and shall adequately protect specified work during installation. The
installer shall protect finished work that is readily subject to damage by subsequent work
or environmental conditions immediately following the installation thereof.

1.6 FIELD MEASUREMENTS:

Fabricator shall take actual measurements in field to verify or supplement dimensions

indicated. He shall be responsible for accurate fit of specified work.

1.7 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL:

Facilities shall be provided by the Contractor, as needed, for the proper inspection of the
specified work, including temporary platforms, hoists, protective devices, electric
 current, etc. Improper workmanship, as determined by the Architect, shall be corrected
and replaced, at no additional cost to the Owner,

1.8 CONDITIONS OF WORK-IN-PLACE:

Work-in-place, on which specified work is in any way dependent, must be examined.

Any defect that may influence satisfactory completion and performance of specified
work must be reported, in writing, to the Contractor and the Architect. The absence of
such notification shall be construed as acceptance of work-in-place.

1.9 CORROSION PROTECTION:

Separate dissimilar metals, and metals from soil and other corrosive surfaces, with a 30-
mil coating of Bituminous compound, SSPC Paint 12, unless permanent separation is
provided.
END OF SECTION

END OF SECTION

DIVISION 5 METALS

SECTION 5.03 STRUCTURAL STEEL WORK

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE. This section includes structural steel work, complete.

1.2 HANDLING, SHIPPING AND STORING OF MATERIALS. All

materials shall be handled, shipped, and stored in a manner that will prevent
distortion or other damage. Materials shall be stored in a clean location and
keep properly drained. All damaged materials shall be replaced or repaired
by and at the expense of the contractor.

PART 2 MATERIALS

2.1 STRUCTURAL CARBON STEEL FOR BOLTED OR WELDED WORK

shall conform to ASTM A36.

2.2 STRUCTURAL TUBING FOR BOLTED OR WELDED WORK shall

conform to ASTM A500 or A501.

2.3 BOLTS AND NUTS shall conform to the requirements for regular
hexagon bolts and nuts of ANSI 818.2.1 and 818.2.2. Materials shall conform
to ASTM 307.

2.4 WELDING ELECTRODES AND RODS.

2.5 SUBMERGED ARC WELDING. Bare electrodes and flux for

submerged arc welding shall conform to the requirements of AWS D1.0, and
the following grades:

PART 3 FABRICATION
 3.1 GENERAL. Except as modified herein, fabrication shall be in
accordance with the applicable specifications and standards of the American
Institute of Steel Construction. Workmanship shall be equal to standard
commercial practice in modern structural shops. Portions of the work
exposed to view shall be finished neatly.
Structural materials, either plain or fabricated, shall be stored above the
ground on platforms, skits, or other supports. Material shall be kept from dirt,
grease, and other foreign matter, and shall be protected as far as practicable
from corrosion. All materials shall be clean and straight. If straightening or
flattening is necessary, it shall be done by a process and in a manner that will
not damage the material. Shearing, flame- cutting and chipping shall be
done carefully and accurately. The radii of a re-entrant gas-cut fillet shall be
not less than 25 mm and as large as practi cable. The top and bottom
surfaces of base plates, cap plates of columns and sole plates shall be
planed, or the plates shall be hot straightened and parts of members in
contact with them shall be faces.

3.2 SHOP PAINTING. All structural steel work, except zinc coated surfaces and
steelwork to be embedded in concrete or mortar, shall be shop painted.
Surfaces to be welded shall not be coated within 75 mm of the weld, prior to
welding. Surfaces shall be thoroughly dry and clean when the paint is
applied. No painting shall be done in wet weather except under cover; the
temperature shall be above 45 degrees F. but not over 90 degrees F. Paint
shall be applied thoroughly. Surfaces that will be concealed or inaccessible
after assembly shall be painted prior to assembly.

PART 4 PREPARATIONS PRIOR TO ERECTION

4.1 CLEANING. Except as modified herein, surfaces shall be cleaned

to bare metal by a suitable blasting process. Surfaces that may be damaged
by blasting shall be cleaned to bare metal by powered wire brushing or other
mechanical means. Surface that will be enclosed from the weather and
subject to exposure no more corrosive than an indoor atmosphere controlled
for human comfort, may be cleaned by wire brushing or other ma nual or
mechanical means for removal of loose mill scale, rust, dirt, and other
deleterious substances. Cleaned surfaces, which become contaminated with
rust, dirt, oil, grease, or other contaminants, shall be washed with solvents
until thoroughly clean. Steel to be embedded in concrete shall be free from
dirt and grease. Bearing surfaces, including contact surfaces within friction-
type joints, shall not be painted nor galvanized but shall be coated with rust
preventive coating, applied in the shop. The coating shall be removed just
prior to field erection using a remover approved by the rust preventive
manufacturer. The surfaces, when assembled, shall be free from rust,
greases. Dirt and other foreign matter.

4.2 PRE-TREATMENT. Except as modified herein, immediately after

cleaning, surfaces shall be coated with a coat of pre-treatment coating
applied to a dry film thickness of 0.3 to 0.5 mil or be given a crystalline
phosphate base coating. The phosphate base coating shall be applied only to
blast-cleaned bare metal surfaces.

4.3 PRIMING. Treated surfaces shall be primed as soon as practicable

after the pre-treatment coating has dried. Except as modified herein, the
primer shall be two coats of epoxy type or as specified in Section: Field
Painting applied to a minimum dry film thickness of 3 mils. Surfaces that will
be concealed after construction and will require no over-painting may be
primed. Damage to primed surfaces shall be repaired with primer.
 4.4 MATCH MARKING. Members and component part of structures shall
be assembled and match marked prior to erection to insure accurate
assembly and adjustment of position on final erection. Painted assembly
markings shall be removed from any surface to be welded or riveted. Scratch
or notch marks shall be located in a manner that will not affect the strength of
the member or cause concentrations of stress.

PART 5 ERECTION

5.1 GENERAL. Except as modified herein, erection shall be in

accordance with the applicable specifications and standards of the AISC
"Manual of Steel Construction". Erecting equipment shall be suitable for the
work and shall be in first class condi tion. Where parts cannot be assembled
or fitted properly because of errors in fabrication or of deformation due to
handling or transportation, such condition shall be reported immediately to
the Construction Architect/Engineer and his approval of the method
correction obtained. The correction shall be made in his presence. Bent or
damaged parts shall be rejected. Steelwork shall be drained properly.
Pockets in structures exposed to the weather shall be filled with waterproof
material. Safety belts and lines shall be used by workers on high structures,
unless safe working platforms or safety nets are provided.

5.2 ASSEMBLY. The frame of steel structures shall be carried up true as

shown and all match markings shall be followed. Temporary bracing shall be
used wherever necessary to support all loads to which the structure may be
subjected, including equipment and operation thereof and piles of materials.
Such bracing shall be left in a place as long as may be required for safety.
The various members forming parts of a completed frame after being
assembled shall be aligned and adjusted accurately before being fastened.
Fastening of splices of compression members shall be done after the abutting
surfaces have been brought completely into contact. No riveting, welding, or
bolting shall be done until much of the structure will be stiffened and by has
been aligned properly. Bearing surfaces and surfaces which will be in
permanent contact shall be cleaned before the members are assembled. As
erection progresses, the work shall be bolted or welded sufficiently to take
care of all dead load, wind, and erection stresses. Splices will be permitted
only where indicated. Erection bolts used in welded construction may be
tightened securely and left in place; if removed, the holes shall be filled with
plug welds.

PART 6 INSPECTION

6.1 GENERAL. Contractor’s inspection shall be made promptly to permit

immediate correction of defects. The inspector shall stamp each piece,
which is accepted, with the mark assigned to him. The contractor shall be
fully responsible for the accuracy and character of the work in all details,
errors or faults which are discovered after delivery or during erection shall be
corrected by the contractor in accordance with the require ments of the
contract and without increase in the contract price. The contractor shall
provide competent supervision and visual inspection of all fabrication through
shop inspectors whose primary duty is inspection.
 END OF SECTION

DIVISION 6.0 WOOD AND PLASTICS

SECTION 6.01 CARPENTRY

PART 1.0 GENERAL

1.1 WORK INCLUDED. This section covers the furnishing of all materials, labor, equipment,
and everything listed or mentioned on the drawings and necessary in performing all
operations for the completion of all finish carpentry works in accordance with all
applicable drawings and subject to the terms and conditions of the contract.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. QUALIFICATION OF WORKMEN

If required by the Architect, the Manufacturer of specified work shall show evidence of
his experience, including a list of projects for which he manufactured work similar in
scope and quality to the specified work.

For actual cutting and fitting of trim and finish materials, use only competent finish
carpenters, who have been thoroughly trained and experienced in the skills required,
who are completely familiar with the materials Involved and the manufacturers’
recommended methods of installation, and who are thoroughly familiar with the
requirements of this work.

B. REJECTION

In the acceptance or rejection of finish carpentry, no allowance will be made for lack
of skill on the part of the workmen.

1.3 PRODUCT HANDLING

A. PROTECTION

All means necessary must be utilized to protect the material of this section before,
during, and after installation and to protect the installed work and materials of all
other trades. All finish materials must be stored at 12-inch minimum above the floor.

B. REPLACEMENT

In the event of damage, all necessary repairs and replacements must be immediately
made, subject to the approval of the Architect and at no additional cost to the Owner.
1.4 CONDITIONS OF WORK-IN-PLACE

A. INSPECTION

1. Prior to all work covered in this Section, the installed work of all other trades must
be carefully inspect to verify that all such work is completed to the point where this
installation may properly commence.

2. Verify that finish carpentry may be completed in strict accordance with the original
design and all pertinent Codes and Regulations.

B.DISCREPANCIES

1. In the event of discrepancies, immediately notify the Architect.

2. Do not proceed with the installation in areas of discrepancy until all such
discrepancies have been fully resolved.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. SHOP DRAWINGS: Show

materials, layouts, details of construction, dimensions and, where necessary,
installation details.

B. SAMPLES: Panels, plastic laminates, moldings, trims.

C. CERTIFICATES: Manufacturer's Certificate of Compliance

END OF SECTION

END OF SECTION
DlVISION 7.0 THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

SECTION 7.03 Caulking and Sealants

PART 1.0 GENERAL

1.1 QUALIFICATIONS

A. Before specified material or system is installed, the manufacturer or his authorized

agent shall inform the Architect, in writing, that he has familiarized himself with the
Contract Document, environmental conditions, and intended occupancy for this
specific project and that his material or system Is appropriate to the conditions to be
encountered therein.

B. Before specified material or system is installed, the manufacturer shall inform the
Contractor, in writing, that he is familiar with the quality of workmanship of the
installer and approves him as the installer of his material or system for this specific
project

1.2 A. BROCHURES: Submit Caulking and Sealant Manufacturers Instructions for

Application and Priming.

B. SAMPLES: Samples shall be submitted to the Architect, upon request.

 1. Cured sealant after color selection has been made from the Manufacturers Color
Range Brochure.
2. Filler back-up material for sealant
3. Caulking material after color selection has been made from the Manufacturers
Color Range Brochure.

1.3 PRODUCT DELIVERY, HANDLING AND STORAGE

A. Deliver materials to the project site with manufacturers label intact and legible. Where
materials are factory-packaged, same shall be delivered In the original sealed
containers.

B. Specific item and/or its components shall be handled in such manner as to prevent
damage or deformation. Same shall be properly protected from harmful elements or
damage by other work prior to its Incorporation into the project

C. Materials shall be stored as per the manufacturers' recommendations. Materials with

expired shelf life shall not be used.

1.4 PROTECTION OF EXISTING WORK

A. Adjacent work shall be protected against damage by specified work.

B. Work adjacent to joints shall be cleaned free of smears of caulking or sealant

compound as work progresses. Surfaces difficult to clean shall be protected with
masking tape.

C. Finished work that is readily subject to damage by subsequent work or,

environmental conditions shall be protected by the installer immediately following the
installation thereof.

D. Damaged work, as determined by the Architect, shall be repaired or replaced to the

Architects satisfaction.

1.5 WARRANTY

A. All caulking and sealant work shall be warranted, in writing, against all defects of
materials and application for a period of five (5) years after date of acceptance.

B. Any failure that may occur within this period due to defective materials and/or
application shall, upon written notice of same, be repaired or replaced with proper
materials and/or labor, as approved by the Architect and at no additional cost to the
Owner.

1.6 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Facilities shall be provided by the Contractor as needed for the proper inspection
of specified work by the Manufacturer and the Architect.

B. Improper workmanship or selection of materials, as determined by the

Manufacturer or the Architect, shall be corrected and/or replaced at no additional
cost to the Owner.

1.7 CONDITIONS OF WORK-IN-PLACE

Work-in-place, on which specified work is in any way dependent, shall be examined.

Any defect, which may influence satisfactory completion and performance of specified
work shall be report, in writing, to the Architect. The absence of such notification shall be
construed as acceptance of work-in-place.
PART 2.0 PRODUCTS

2.1 CAULKING MATERIALS

A. CAULKING: Vegetable oil and/or resin base, gun grade, elastic compound,
conforming to FS TT-C-598B, Type I, color as selected by Architect from the
manufacturers Standard Color Range. Dow Coming or Euxit 950.

B. PRIMER FOR POROUS SURFACES: Non-staining product of Caulking

Manufacturer for use when recommended and as specified for the application by the
manufacturer.

C. JOINT BACKING: Back-up material to have outside diameter at least thirty (30%)
percent greater than joint width and shall be one of the following: Oakum, picked dry
and free of oil and tar; closed-cell Neoprene, tubular or rod stock; or Polyethylene rod
stock.

2.2 SEALANT MATERIALS

A. SEALANT for building construction perimeter joints such as windows, doors, panels,
expansion joints, control joints, coping, etc., shall be a two-component non-staining
elastomeric sealing compound based on liquid Polysulfide Polymer. Dow Coming or
Euxit 950.

B. COLOR: To be selected by the Architect from the Manufacturers Standard or Custom

Color Range matching color of adjacent materials as closely as possible.

C. PRIMER: Non-staining product of Sealant Manufacturer.

D. JOINT BACKING: Closed-cell Neoprene or polyethylene Rod E-wha foam with

square cross section. Width of materials shall be thirty (30%) percent greater than
joint width.

E. BOND-BREAKER TAPE: Wrinkled or smooth faced masking tape or other adhesive

faced tape product is adaptable to installation in the bottom of a solid-backed joint for
the purpose of breaking bond between the sealant and back of joint

F. PRE-FORMED COMPRESIBLE JOINT FILLER (For other than Poured-in-Place

concrete):
Non-Extruding and Non-Bituminous Type, ASTM D1752, Type I or II.

PART 3.0 EXECUTION

3.1 LOCATION

A. Caulking compound shall be installed in interior joints, Including joints around pipes,
conduits and ducts, which penetrate interior walls and partitions and all other
locations so indicated In the drawings.

B. Sealant compound shall be installed in the following locations:

1. All exterior joints where air, water, or sound could penetrate.

2. Control and expansion joints in interior or exterior masonry.
3. All other locations indicated to be sealed.

3.2 APPLICATION: General

A. Do not apply exterior sealant in damp or rainy weather or until surfaces have
thoroughly dried from the effects of such weather.

B. Install specified material only after preparatory work has been approved and when
 adjoining work is in proper condition to receive it. Apply to masonry joints before they
have been treated with a water-repellant or masonry preservative.

3.3 JOINT PREPARATION

A. GENERAL: All joint surfaces must be dry, thoroughly clean, free from grease, oil,
wax, lacquer, paint or other foreign matter. At Contractors option, sealant filler back-
up material may be placed in exterior joint flush with exposed surfaces to avoid early
contamination of joint prior to proper scheduling for sealing of joint and as a
temporary weather seal. When sealing of joint takes place, the filler shall be recessed
into the joint to the proper depth as herein specified. Any damaged back up material
shall be replaced prior to sealing.
 B. MASONRY, CONCRETE OR OTHER POROUS SURFACES: Remove all loose
particles, dirt, paint, foreign matter, or curing compound by sandblasting or other
approved means and prime. Exposed fine aggregate of concrete surfaces to be
sealed.

C. METAL OR OTHER SMOOTH SURFACES: Remove corrosion by wire brush or

chemical cleaners of other approved method. Wipe surface with clean cloth soaked in
solvent, such as Tuluol or Metyl-Ethyl-Kethone or other approved solvent, and then
wipe surface dry with clean, dry cloth while surface still wet with solvent.

D. PRIMING: Joint interfaces, to which caulking and sealant compounds are

applied,shall be primed when recommended by the Compound Manufacturer.
Primers shall be applied in strict accordance with the Caulking or Sealant
Manufacturers latest printed instructions and shall be allowed to cure before
installation of caulking or sealant compound

3.4 JOINT DIMENSION

A. GENERAL: Install backing, of type and size specified, at proper depth in joint to
provide specified joint dimension. Caulking or sealant compound shall not be applied
without backing. Install bond-breaking tape where back-up is a solid material. Tubular
or rod stock backing shall be rolled into the joint to avoid lengthwise stretching and
shall not be twisted or braided.

B. CAULKING JOINTS: Depth of caulking compound shall be from I to 2 times joint

width. Joint width shall be not less than 1/4-inch nor more than 3/4 inch.

C. SEALANT JOINTS: No sealant contacting surfaces shall be less than 1/4-inch.

Sealant shall be 1/4-inch deep for 1/4-inch wide joints, 3/8-inch deep for 3/8-inch to
1/2-inch wide joints, and 1/2-inch deep for 1/2-Inch to 1-Inch wide joints, unless
indicated otherwise by the manufacturer.

3.5 INSTALLATION

A. Installation shall be performed in strict accordance with the Manufacturers latest

printed instructions. Caulking or sealant compound shall be forced Into opening with
hand or air-powered caulking gun and tooled so as to fill void completely. Gun shall
have nozzle of proper size to fit joint.

B. Take care not to smear adjoining surfaces with caulking or sealant compound. Finish
exposed butt joint surfaces slightly concave by tooling unless otherwise indicated or
directed by the Architect.

C. Sealant shall not be allowed to remain on exposed face of surfaces.

3.6 REPAIR OF DEFECTIVE WORK

A. Restore all defective or damaged work to initial condition. Defective or damaged

items and/or components, which cannot be repaired or restored to initial condition,
shall be removed and replaced at no additional cost to the Owner.

3.7 CLEANING

A. At the end of each day, installer shall remove from the project site all accumulated
trash generated by his work.

B. Upon completion of specified work, thoroughly clean all surfaces of sealing materials,
masking tape, etc.
 END OF SECTION

DIVISION 7.0 THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

SECTION 7.04 Metal Roofing

PART 1.0 GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION: The metal roofing required for this work is indicated on the drawings.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE: Work shall be done by thoroughly trained and experienced
workmen, who are completely familiar with the materials involved and the recommended
methods of installation.

1.3 PRODUCT HANDLING

A. PROTECTION: The Roofing Contractor shall use all means necessary to protect the
materials before, during and after installation. All roofing materials shall be stored in a
covered shelter or covered completely with loose tarpaulin or similar materials and
stock with one end slightly elevated.

B. REPLACEMENTS: In the event of damage, all necessary repairs and replacements

must be immediately made, subject to the approval of the Architect and at no
additional cost to the Owner.

1.4 SUBMITTALS: Samples of finishes and accessories, shop drawings showing materials,
layouts, details of construction, installation and all necessary dimensions shall be
submitted.

PART 2.0 PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS: All metal roofing shall be horizontal Rib Design Pre-painted metal roofing,
U-RIB Roof as manufactured by U-ROOF Steel Corporation.

2.2 THICKNESS: 0.4mm to 0.6mm thick, (Ga. 26) Coloroof sheets for roofing and 0.4mm
thick. (GA. 26) for flashing. Use Ga. 24 stainless steel gutters.

2.3 COLOR: For Architects approval.

2.4 FASTENING: Fastened by metal cleats, which are mounted on the roof structure by
means of self-drilling screws, wood screws or stove bolts. Location of fasteners are
along trusses and rafters.

2.5 ACCESSORIES: Provide all accessories indicated In the drawings or necessary for the
completion of work. Use Individual hip and ridge caps.

2.6 INSULATION: Use POLYISOCYANURATE Foam with foil on one side under
metal roofing. Approved supplier Is Ultra DongShin Corporation.

PART 3.0 EXECUTION

3.1 ROOF FRAMING

A. Roof frames should be well anchored.

B. Rafters and trusses should be straight, level and parallel to each other.

C. Regular spacing between rafters and trusses should be based on metal thickness
and profile of roof to be installed.

D. Provide top girt along ridge line and bridging at midspan between rafters along valley
gutter line.

E. Double rafters should be provided with 0.10 meter (4’) clear space between rafters
along valley gutter line.

F. Gutters should be installed before any roofing is laid.

3.2 ROOF INSTALLATION

A. Roof framing should be well anchored, straight, level and parallel to each other.

B. Check that all gutter and eave lines are perpendicular by using the 345 triangle
method or by Intersecting method.

C. Install the main gutter before the hip and valley gutters.

3.3 ROOF CARE DURING INSTALLATION

A. Cement from concreting works, waterproofing compounds, chemical solutions, joint

welding sparks, nails and iron tools should not be allowed to drop on, extend to or
rust away at the roof, since removal or scraping of such materials later could damage
the roof’s coating.

B. Scaffoldings should have protective caps on the points of contract with the roof and
should be rested gently on the roof edges, gutters and end-flashings to prevent dents
and scratches.

C. Roof traffic should be minimized. When crossing the roof area, walking should be
conducted along roof frame locations, along overlaps or on wooden planks laid over
the roof panels.

3.4 CLEANING UP

A. Pick up all discarded scrap materials, especially ferrous metals such as nails and
wires.

B. Immediately wash all plastering sites with water.

C. Clean all gutters of leaves and other waste refuse to prevent clogging at
downspout areas and to allow the continuous flow of water.

3.1 FRAMING AND BRACING

A. Frames and supports should be well anchored.

B. All Bracing and sun louvers shall be straight, level and parallel to each other.

C. Regular spacing between sun louvers should be based on metal thickness and profile
 specified In the drawings.

3.3 SUN LOUVER CARE DURING INSTALLATION

A. Cement from concreting works, waterproofing compounds, chemical solutions, joint

welding sparks, nails and iron tools should not be allowed to drop on, extend to or
rust away at the roof since removal or scraping of such materials later could damage
the sun louvers coating.

B. Scaffoldings should have protective caps on the points of contract with the sun
louvers and should be rested gently on the walls to prevent dents and scratches.

3.4 CLEANING UP

A. Pick up all discarded scrap materials, especially ferrous metals such as nails and
wires.

B. Immediately, wash all plastering sites with water.

C. To attain its original bright cluster finish, wipe the panel with the wet rag and follow it
up with a clean, dry rag.

END OF SECTION

END OF SECTION

DIVISION 8.0 DOORS, WINDOWS & GLASS

SECTION 8.01 STEEL DOORS AND FRAMES

PART 1.0 GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. INCLUDED: All items and components forming any portion of the Steel Doors and
Frames, including louvers, glass stops, hardware provisions, etc., all work to install
same in place.

B. RELATED WORK DESCRIBED ELSEWHERE

I. Furnishing Finish Hardware : Section 08700

2. Finish Painting : Section 09900

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. SHOP DRAWINGS: Within 35 days after awarding of contract, and before any metal
doors and frames are delivered to the job site, submit shop drawings, brochures, and
Installation instructions to the Architect for review in accordance with the provisions of
these specifications. Clearly show detail of each frame type, elevations of each door
type, conditions of openings with various wall thickness and materials, typical and
special details of door construction, method of assembling sections; location,
reinforcement and Installation requirements for hardware; size, shape, and thickness
of materials.

B. SCHEDULES: Submit door and frame schedule relating type of door and frame to be
installed in each opening.
 C.BROCHURES: Submit 12 corner sample showing construction and finish.

PART 2.0 PRODUCTS

2.1 PRODUCTS

A. METAL FLUSH DOOR: Covering for doors shall be heavy duty mild steel, Ga. 18 with
a 2 hour fire rating & filled with fiberglass insulation. Standard duty frames shall be
mild steel Ga.16 tubular framing, unless indicated otherwise. Frames shall be
bonderized and prime finish painted. Refer to plans for location and design of metal
doors.

B. HARDWARE PREPARATIONS: All necessary hardware in this section shall be

provided for and installed by skilled workmen in accordance to manufacturer's
recommendations.

2.2 FABRICATION OF METAL FLUSH DOORS

A. TYPE: Flush type with no visible seams.

B. MANUFACTURE: Construct to required shape and profile by forming and welding,

with straight edges, corner, hairline joints and surfaces free from warp, wave buckle
or other defects. Exposed welding beads shall be grind and flush finished. Door
edges shall have vertical seams filled with mineral filler and finished flush.

C. CORES: Comply with one of the following.

1. Minimum 18-gauge Interlocking steel channels or zees spot welded to inner

surfaces of outer sheets, minimum four (4) vertical and eight (8) horizontal. Fill
spaces between core members with sound deadening liner.

2. The voids between stiffeners shall be filled with fiberglass insulation.

D. TOP FILLER CHANNELS: Provide 18-gauge integral filer channels to close tops of
the exterior doors if not already closed in basic construction.

E. HARDWARE PREPARATION: Factory mortise, reinforce, drill and tap in accordance

with templates or physical hardware furnished by Finished Hardware Supplier.
Provide minimum 3116-inch reinforcement for hinges, 14-gauge for locksets, and 12-
gauge for surface applied hardware.

F. CLEARANCE OF METAL FLUSH DOORS: Provide 1/8-Inch clearance between door

and frame at head and lock jamb, 1/16-inch at hinge jamb with square edge doors
(3/32 with beveled edge), 3/8-inch to finish floor (114-inch above top of carpets), and
1/4-inch to top of threshold unless noted otherwise.

G. LOUVERS: Louvers for doors shall be of sizes indicated, built into door, sightproof
stationary type, with ” Z ” blades with spacing as indicated on the drawings, and
formed from mild steel, standard ga. 16, Door manufacturer's standard louver may be
employed subject to the approval of the Architect.

2.3 SHOP PAINTING

 A. Apply primed finish to all ferrous metal surfaces furnished under this Section.

B. Remove all oil, grease, sand, dirt or other foreign substance. After cleaning,
chemically treat metal surfaces to assure maximum paint adherence. After cleaning,
follow with dip or spray coat of rust inhibitive metallic oxide, zinc-chromate or
synthetic resin metal primer on all exposed surfaces, baked-on or ovendried. Finish
surfaces shall be smooth and free from irregularities and rough spots.

PART 3.0 EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION OF METAL FLUSH DOORS

A.CONCRETE WALLS: Install frames In forms plumb and to true planes, securely
anchoring in-place prior to placing concrete. Provide welded anchors and horizontal
stiffeners to prevent jambs from bowing.

B. MASONRY WALLS: Erect in position, plumb and securely anchor to floor and brace.
Install horizontal spreaders to keep jambs from bowing and fill solid with grout and
mortar.

3.2 INSULATION OF DOORS: Install accurately in respective frames, maintaining specified

clearances.

END OF SECTION
 END OF SECTION

DIVISION 8.0 DOORS AND WINDOWS

SECTION 8.03 WOOD DOORS

PART 1.0 GENERAL

1.1 SUBMITTALS

A. SHOP DRAWINGS: Indicate dimensions and elevation of each door type, location in
building of each door, and pertinent erection instructions.

B. SAMPLES: Submit samples of corner section of each type of door cut diagonally with
twelve-inch sides, showing construction and finish.
1.2 PRODUCT HANDLING

Specified work shall be protected against damage and dampness during transportation
to project site. Damaged items shall be replaced without additional cost to the Owner.
Specified work shall be delivered to the building, in which it is to be installed and at such
time when the normal temperature and humidity conditions approximate the interior
conditions that will exist when the building is occupied.

1.3 WARRANTY

Specified work shall be guaranteed for two (2) years starting from date of Owners
acceptance against warping, twisting or manufacturing defects. During the ” Warranty
Period”, the contractor, shall ascertain that each wood door shall be equal in quality to
the original specifications; the contractor shall make the necessary adjustments without
additional cost to the Owner, including all labor costs of handling and refinishing. The
Contractor further agrees to make the replacement within ten (10) days after the receipt
of notice from the Owner.

PART 2.0 PRODUCTS

2.1 FLUSH HOLLOW CORE DOOR

A. TANGUILE DOOR: 45 mm thick door using 6 mm thick Tanguile plywood veneer

applied on horizontal cross-banding. For flush doors of Comfort Rooms and other
moisture exposed doors, use 6mm thick fiber cement board facing.

B. FACE: 3 plywood veneer, verify type from plans

C. STILE EDGES: Provide stile edges to doors as shown on the drawings.

D. TOP AND BOTTOM EDGES: Hardwood or soft wood in accordance with the
MANUFACTURER’S latest printed standards. Top and bottom edges of doors shall
be sealed with spar varnish or other approved sealer prior to shipment

E. FRAME: Provide wood frames trimmed from 50 x 50 mm wood strips. Use

thoroughly seasoned, kiln dried soft wood cores for frames and trim, milled true to
form from solid stock and free from defects that would impair its
strength or durability. Provide applied members at jambs and heads where indicated.
Provide applied members at jambs and heads where indicated.
 2.2PANEL DOORS

TANGUILE OR NARRA : Panel doors shall be decorative or carving-type, from Tanguile

or Narra, as indicated.

2.3SLIDING DOORS

Sliding doors shall be from Tanguile, kiln-dried frames with 6 mm. Tanguile plywood
veneer.

PART 3.0 EXECUTION

A. WOOD DOORS: Wood doors shall be conditioned to the average prevailing

temperature and humidity at building before hanging. Doors should fit accurately In
their respective frames, with proper door clearances.

B. CLEARANCES: Door clearances shall be 1/8-Inch at head and lock stile, 1/6-inch at
hinge stile, and 1/2-inch at bottom including thickness of resilient floor covering,
unless otherwise indicated.

C. CONSTRUCTION: Stiles and rails shall be mortised and provided with the necessary
rabbets to receive the specified type of panel. All joints shall be made with water
resistant glue. The assembled door frames shall be held in retainers until the glue
has dried and attained its strength.

Panels shall be true to shape and profiles and shall be uniform throughout for doors
of the same type. Mouldings shall be solid with sharp and clean cut profiles. All joints
at corners shall be mitered.

D. FINISH: Upon completion of each door unit, the door shall be sanded free of machine
marks, which will show through the finish. Verify from Plans for the finish of all doors.

END OF SECTION

DIVISION 8.0 DOORS AND WINDOWS

SECTION 8.07 FINISH HARDWARE

PART 1.0 GENERAL

1.1 The general conditions, supplementary general conditions, alternates, if any, drawings
and all other contract documents are a part of this section of the specifications and all
provisions contained in them are so binding as though incorporated herein. Submission
of proposal implies that the bidder is fully familiar with all requirements of said
documents.

1.2 SCOPE

The work in this section shall include the furnishing of all items of finish hardware as
hereinafter specified, or obviously necessary, for completion of this project excepting
the items specifically excluded from this section.

1.3 SCHEDULE
 Upon award of the contract, the successful Contractor shall submit six (6) typewritten
hardware schedules to the Architect for approval. Each schedule shall contain a door
index, listing each door or opening on the project and the hardware for said opening. In
addition, each schedule shall have a complete keying lay-out, and explanation of the
abbreviations and symbols used in the schedule. Each item of hardware listed is to be
clearly identified by manufacturer, manufacturers’ number and finish. Schedules not
complying with the above will be rejected. The hardware supplier shall be responsible
for checking and interpreting the detailed drawings to insure the proper fit and operation
of all items of finish hardware.

1.4 APPROVAL

The Architect retains the authority to approve or reject any schedule based upon the
general quality of the product submitted and its compliance with the specifications. The
Contractor shall be prepared to furnish samples, at the Architect’s request, of any item
he proposes as substitute. Samples will be held until completion of the project and then
will be returned to the Contractor.

1.5 TEMPLATES

The Contractor shall forward template information to all related trades requiring said
information for preparation of their products to fit the finish hardware. Template
submission shall be made In accordance with the latest recommended standards.

1.8 QUALITY

All specified materials furnished under this section shall be free from defects and
blemishes. The hardware supplier shall repair or replace any item of finish hardware,
which may prove to be defective before final acceptance of work.
PART 2.0 PRODUCTS

2.1 LOCKSETS: All doors shall have Schlage, Orbit design in satin chrome finish. Comfort
rooms shall have Schlage A4OS privacy lock. For doors that will require deadbolts, use
Schlage BI6ON in satin chrome finish. Use Ives 262 flushbolts In satin chrome finish for
inactive leaf doors.

2.2 HINGES: All hinges shall be contractor supplied and installed. Use Lawrence or Stanley,
3-1/2 '' x 3-1/2’ minimum size, non ferrous hinge with stainless steel non-removable pin
for door opening outside, loose pin for average doors and ball bearing for high
frequency doors and doors equipt with door closers. Provide 4 pcs for door width of
0..90 meters or more, 3 pcs. for door width of 0..90 meters or less.

2.3 FLOOR HINGES: Pivot hinges shall be provided for all doors that swing both ways,
unless otherwise specified. Pivot hinges shall be Mckinney -Ajax 3001 in satin brass
finish or approved equal.

2.4 FLUSH BOLTS: Stainless steel flush type, for the inactive leaf of double doors, Ives 258
or Ryobi..

2.5 DOOR CLOSERS: LCN 1073 series, surface mounted for all Rest Room doors, for all
toilet and shower doors, and for one leaf of double doors, unless otherwise indicated.

2.6 CABINET HARDWARE: Cabinet pulls shall be provided for all cabinets, hardware as
approved by Architect. All cabinet doors shall be provided with self-adjusting action
latch. Drawers shall have painted galvanized steel drawer guides, Mckinney, Hettich or
approved equal.
2.7 OTHER HARDWARE: Refer to Architect for all other hardware items not indicated
herein, such as door silences, stoppers, pulls, and the like.

2.8 ALUMINUM DOOR & WINDOW HARDWARE: Shall be integrated in the manufacture of
all aluminum sections, manufacturer-supplied. Submit sample for approval.

2.9 METAL AND FIBERGLASS DOOR HARDWARE: Shall be integrated In the manufacture
of all metal and fiberglass sections, manufacturer-supplied. Submit samples for
approval.

2.10 FOLDING AND SLIDING DOOR HARDWARE: Shall be Centor or an approved

equivalent. Use steel wheels and galvanized steel channels. This shall be contractor
supplied and installed.

2.11 OTHER HARDWARE: not indicated herein shall be approved by the architect and shall
be contractor Installed and supplied.

PART 3.0 APPLICATION

3.1 All hardware shall be installed in a neat, workmanlike manner following the
manufacturers’ instructions. Fasteners supplied with the hardware shall be used to
secure hardware to wood surfaces. Appropriate and applicable fasteners used for
hardware shall be protected from paint, stains, blemishes and damage. All hardware
shall be properly adjusted and checked in the presence of the Architect or his
representative to show that all hinges, locks, latches, bolts and door closers operate
properly. After the hardware is checked, the keys shall be tagged, identified and
delivered to the Owner.

3.2 KEYS AND KEYING

All locks shall have two (2) keys with the lock number stamped upon them and with the

corresponding number stamped upon the face of the lock.

After all the locks have been installed and upon completion of the work, the keys shall,
in the presence of the Architect, be shown to operate their respective locks and shall be
tagged correspondingly.

END OF SECTION

DIVISION 8.0 DOORS AND WINDOWS

SECTION 8.08 GLASS AND GLAZING

PART 1.0 GENERAL

1.1 WORK INCLUDED: Glass and Glazing required for this work includes, but is not
necessarily limited to, float glass, plate glass, and plate glass mirrors.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

 A. QUALIFICATIONS OF INSTALLERS. There should be at least one person, who has
been thoroughly trained and experienced in the skills required and who is completely
familiar with the referenced standards and the requirements of this work, who shall
personally direct all installation performed under this section of the specifications.

B. CODES AND STANDARDS. In addition to complying with all pertinent Codes and
Regulations, comply with all pertinent recommendations contained In the Glazing
Manual of the Float Glass Marketing Association.

1.3 SUBMITTALS OF SAMPLES. Samples of each type of glass and glazing material shall
be submitted

1.4 PRODUCT DELIVERY, HANDLING, AND STORAGE

A. Deliver materials to the project site in an undamaged condition and in their original
unopened containers bearing label clearly identifying manufacturers name, brand
and grade. Upon delivery, the Contractor shall check for any damage. Glass found
damaged shall not be used in the work. Materials shall be stored out of contact with
the ground, under cover and protected from damage. Label shall be affixed to each
pane of glass indicating thickness and shall remain on glass until final cleaning.

. Safety glazing material shall bear Safety Glazing Material Labels.

1.5 PROTECTION AND DAMAGED WORK

Specified work, adjacent work and materials shall be protected against damage during
progress of the work.
Glass damaged due to improper handling or setting shall be replaced at no extra cost to
the Owner.

1.6 CONDITIONS OF WORK-IN-PLACE

Work-in-place, of which glazing is in any way dependent, must be examined and actual
dimensions verified before fabrication and installation. Specified work must be
coordinated with the work of other trades. Any defect, which may influence satisfactory
completion and performance of the work must be reported, in writing, to the Architect.
Absence of such notification shall be construed as acceptance of work-In-place. Exterior
glazing materials shall not be installed in damp weather or when ambient temperature is
below 40’ Fahrenheit.

1.7 GUARANTEE

The Glass Manufacturer shall provide written material guarantee for a period of ten (10)
years, beginning at substantial completion of project, guaranteeing glass against all
defects and loss of hermetic seal. The General Contractor shall provide written
guarantee for labor to replace defective glass during Glass Manufacturers 10-Year
Material Guarantee Period.
PART 2.0 PRODUCTS

2.1 GLASS

A. EXTERIOR GLASS: 6
mm. thick clear and frosted glass, refer to plans for thickness locations.
B. INTERIOR GLASS: 6-10
mm thick, annealed float glass; 6-10 mm thick obscured float glass.
Refer to Plans for thickness locations.
C. MIRROR: Provide 6 mm thick plate or float glass quality Q2 facial mirrors with 5 year
warranty.

2.2 GLAZING MATERIALS: Elastomeric Sealing Compound.

PART 3.0 INSTALLATION

A. Installation, including preparation by glaziers, glass positioning, edge clearances and

tolerances, setting and application of glazing materials, shall comply with
recommendations of the Glass Manufacturer.

B. Before glazing, clean all rabbets to receive panels with cleaning solvent equal to
Benzene or Naptha, or as recommended by Glazing Compound Manufacturer. Under
no circumstances shall panels be installed in wet, dirty or oily rabbets.

END OF SECTION

DIVISION 9.0 FINISHES

SECTION 9.01 FINISHES

PART 1.0 GENERAL

The contents of this section apply to all section of this Division unless otherwise
specified or modified.

1.1 QUALIFICATIONS

A. Before specified material or system is installed, the manufacturer or his authorized

agent shall inform the Architect, in writing, that he has familiarized himself with the
Contract Documents, the environmental conditions and the intended occupancy for
this specified project. Furthermore, he shall ascertain that his material or system is
appropriate to the conditions to be encountered therein.

B. Before specified material or system is installed, the manufacturer shall Inform the
Architect, in writing, that he is familiar with the quality of workmanship of the installer
and approves him as the installer of his material or system for this specified project.

1.2 PRODUCT DELIVERY, HANDLING, AND STORAGE

A. Deliver materials to the project site with manufacturers’ labels intact and legible.
Where materials are factory-packaged, same shall be delivered in original sealed
containers.
 B. Handle specified Item and/or its components in such manner as to prevent damage
or deformation. Properly protect same from harmful elements or damage by other work
prior to its incorporation into the project.

C. Materials shall be stored in areas where products will not be subjected to moisture or
to temperature or humidity extremes.

1.3 PROTECTION

A. The installer shall protect any existing work subject to damage during installation of
specified work.

B. The installer shall protect finished work that is readily subject to damage by
subsequent work or environmental conditions.

1.4 FIELD MEASUREMENTS

Fabricators of custom work shall take actual measurements in field to verify or

supplement the dimensions indicated and shall be responsible for accurate fit of
specified work.

1.5 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Facilities shall be provided by the Contractor as needed for the proper inspection
of all specified work.

B. Improper workmanship, as determined by the Architect, shall be corrected and

replaced at no additional cost to the Owner.

CONDITIONS OF WORK-IN-PLACE

Work-In-place, on which specified work is in any way dependent, shall be examined.

Any defect, which may influence satisfactory completion and performance of specified
work, shall be reported, in writing, to the Architect. The absence of such notification shall
be construed as acceptance of work-In-place.

1.7 REPAIR OF DEFECTIVE WORK

All defective or damaged work shall be restored to initial condition. Defective or

damaged Items and/or components that cannot be repaired or restored to initial
condition shall be removed and replaced at no additional cost to the Owner.

1.8 CLEANING

A. At the end of each day, the installer shall remove from the project site all
accumulated trash generated by his work.

B. Upon completion of specified work, all surfaces shall be thoroughly cleaned of dirt or
other foreign materials in accordance with manufacturers latest printed directions.

END OF SECTION

DIVISION 9.0 FINISHES

SECTION 9.02 PLASTERING

PART 1.0 GENERAL

1.1 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced.
The publications are referred to in the text by the basic designation only.

A. Federal Specification:

SSS-S-111C Sound Controlling Materials

(Trowel and Spray Application)

B. American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM) Publications:

C 91-83 Masonry Cement

(Rev. A)
C 14484 Aggregate for Masonry Mortar
(Rev. A)
C 150-84 Portland Cement
(Rev. A)

1.2 DEFINITIONS AND SUBMITTALS

A. Term Usage: The term plastering for this work shall apply to both interior and exterior
works of walls and ceilings in smooth finish. The term stuccoing for this work shall
apply to exterior works of walls in textured finish.

B. Exterior walls, where indicated shall have stucco painted finish; and simulated wood
concrete finish as indicated on Plans.

C. Manufacturers Instructions: Submit manufacturers printed mixing instructions for

ready plaster and stucco and acoustical plaster finish.

1.3 DELIVERY AND STORAGE

A. Deliver manufactured materials in the manufacturers’ original unbroken packages or

containers that are labeled plainly with the manufacturers’ names and brands. Keep
cementitious materials, as cement and lime, dry and stored off the ground, under
watertight cover, and away from sweating walls and other damp surfaces until ready
to be used.

1.4 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

A. PORTLAND CEMENT PLASTER AND STUCCOING: Maintain an ambient

temperature of not less than 40 degrees Fahrenheit continuously where plastering
and stuccoing work will be done. Maintain this temperature for not less than 48
hours prior to the application of plaster and stucco, while the plastering and
stuccoing is being done and during the curing operation. In interior plastering work,
maintain heat within the building until normal occupancy conditions are established.
When the building is exposed to hot dry winds or day-to-night temperature
differentials of 20 degrees Fahrenheit or more, cover openings that are not glazed.

B. PROTECTION FROM SUN AND DRY WINDS: During the application of the finish
coat, and for a period of 48 hours following the completion of finish coat application
for any given area, the surface of the plaster and stucco shall be protected from
 direct sunlight and direct winds. Use of tarpaulins or other temporary means may be
acceptable.

PART 2.0 PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS: Provide materials conforming to specifications and the requirement

specified.

A. PORTLAND CEMENT: ASTM C 150, gray Portland cement type 1,11 or Ill; white
Portland cement, Type I or Ill with 1/2-inch chopped alkali resistant fiberglass strands,
minimum 1 1/2-pounds per sack cement

B. PLASTIC CEMENT: ASTM C 150, Type I or II, except for the limitations on insoluble
residue, air entrainment, and additions subsequent to calcination. Plasticizing agents
may be added to Portland cement Type I and II In the manufacturing process, but not
In excess of 12 percent of the total volume with 12.5 mm (112’) chopped alkali
resistant fiberglass strands, minimum I-1/2 pounds per sack of cement.

C. MASONRY CEMENT: ASTM C 91 natural in color.

D. AGGREGATE

I. Sand for Portland Cement Plaster and Stucco: ASTM C 144, except gradation of
sand shall conform to the following requirements:

a. Sand Gradation for Basecoats: Percentage Retained by weight (plus or minus 2

percent) on each sieve

Sand for finish Coats: Sand for finish coat shall be white and shall be graded within the
limit shown above for basecoats, except that the sand shall pass the No. 8 sieve, and
for smooth the sand shall pass the No. 30 sieve.

E. WATER: Clean, fresh, suitable for domestic consumption, and free of mineral and
organic substances that affect the hardening or durability of the plaster or stucco.

F. LIME : Shall be hydrated lime with the requirement that the unhydrated Calcium
Oxide and Magnesium Oxide in the hydrated product shall not exceed 8% by weight,
calculated on the “as received” basis.

2.2 PROPORTIONING AND MIXING: Except where specified otherwise, materials are
specified on a volume basis and shall be measured in approved containers, which will
ensure that the specified proportions will be controlled and accurately maintained during
the progress of the work. Measuring materials with shovels’ “shovel count" will not be
permitted. Ready-mix plaster(s) and stucco shall be prepared for use by the addition of
water only.

A. BASECOAT PROPORTION:

1. Portland Cement Plaster and Stucco Basecoats: Mix scratch coat In the proportion of
one part by volume of Portland cement to not less than 2 1/2 nor more than 4 parts
by volume of damp loose sand. Mix brown coat in the proportion of one part by
volume of Portland cement and not less than 3 nor more than 5 parts by volume of
damp loose sand. Workability shall govern the actual amount of lime and sand used
 in the scratch and brown coats.

2. Masonry Cement Plaster and Stucco Basecoat: Mix scratch coat in the proportion of
one part by volume of masonry cement to not less than 2 1/2 nor more than 4 parts
by volume of damp loose sand. Mix brown coat in the proportion of one part by
volume of masonry cement to not less than 3 nor more than 5 parts by volume of
damp loose sand.
Brown coat shall have the same proportion of sand used in the scratch coat or a
greater proportion of sand than used in the scratch coat, within the limit specified.

3. Scratch Coat for Ceramic Tile Backing: Mix scratch coat in the proportion of one part
by volume of Portland cement to 3 parts by volume of damp loose sand.

2.3 FINISH COAT PROPORTIONS:

A. PORTLAND CEMENT PLASTER AND STUCCO FINISH COAT: Mix finish

in the proportion of one part by volume of Portland cement to not more than 2 parts
by volume of damp loose sand. Workability shall govern the actual amount of sand
used in the finish coat, within the limits specified herein. Portland Cement for stucco
finish shall be white. Approved coloring compounds shall be added to produce the
required color. Prepared stucco finish containing not less than one-third Portland
cement by weight may be provided as approved. Where smooth trowelled finish is
indicated, allow plaster to set up to the extent that It does not flow ahead or under the
trowel, yet has not solidified, then trowel the face lightly to embed the granules. Do
not over-trowel or burnish the surface.

B. MASONRY CEMENT PLASTER AND STUCCO FINISH COAT: Mix finish coat in the
proportion of one part by volume of masonry cement to not less than 2 parts by
volume of damp loose sand.

2.4 MIXING

A. Except where hand mixing of small patches is approved, mix materials in approved
mechanical mixers of the type in which the quality of water can be controlled
accurately and uniformly. While the mixer is in continuous operation, add
approximately 90 percent of the estimated quantity of water, half of the sand, and all
of the cementitious materials. Introduce the other one-half of the sand into the mixer
in that sequence and mix thoroughly with the remainder of the water until the mixture
is uniform in color and consistency. Avoid excessive mixing or agitation. Discard
plaster and stucco, which has begun to set before It is used; re-tempering will not be
permitted. Do not use frozen, caked, or lumped materials. Empty mixers and mixing
boxes after each batch s mixed and keep free of old plaster. Mix ready-mixed plaster
and stucco in accordance with the manufacturers printed instructions.

PART 3.0 EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION OF SURFACES:

A. Clean surfaces to which plaster or stucco is to be applied of all projection, dust, loose
particles, grease, bond breakers, and foreign matter.

B. Do not apply plaster and stucco directly to: (1) surfaces of masonry or concrete that
 have been coated with bituminous compound or other waterproofing agents, or (2) to
surfaces that have been painted or previously plastered.

C. Before plaster or stucco work is started, wet masonry and concrete surfaces
thoroughly with a fine fog spray of clean water to produce a uniformly moist condition.
Check metal grounds, corner beads, screeds, and other accessories carefully for
alignment before the work is started. Check expansion and control joints and
supporting metal structures to ensure that expansion and control joints can move
unrestrained.

3.2 APPLICATION OF PLASTER:

A. GENERAL: Plaster and stucco may be applied by hand or by machine. When a

plastering machine is used, the fluidity of Portland cement plaster and stucco shall be
controlled to have a slump of not more than 2 1/2-inches when tested using a 2-by 4-
by 6-inch high slump cone. Subsequent to determining water content to meet this
slump, do not add additional water to the mix. Conduct the slump test according to
the following procedure.

(1) Place cone on level, dry, non-absorptive base plate.

(2) While holding cone firmly against base plate, fill cone with plaster taken directly
from the hose or nozzle of the plastering machine, tamping with a metal road
during filling to release air bubbles.

(3) Screed off plaster level with top of cone. Remove cone by lighting it straight up
with a slow and smooth motion.

(4) Place cone in a vertical position adjacent to freed plaster sample, using care not
to jiggle base plate.

(5) Lay a straightedge across top of cone, again being careful not to vibrate cone.
Measure slump in inches from the bottom edge of the straightedge to the top of
the slumped plaster sample.

B. WORKMANSHIP: Apply plaster and stucco in three coats, except as follows:

Provide scratch coat, or scratch coat with leveling coat as backing for ceramic tile.
Apply base coats with sufficient pressure and plaster and stucco shall be sufficiently
plastic to provide a good bond to bases. Work base coats into screeds at interval of
5-to 8-feet. Plaster shall not be continuous across expansion and control joints
occurring in walls, partitions, and ceilings. Plaster work shall be finished level, plumb
square, and true, within a tolerance of 1/8 inch in 8 feet, without waves, cracks,
blisters, pits, crazing, discoloration, projections, or other imperfections. Form plaster
work carefully around angles and contours, and well-up to screeds. Special care shall
be taken to prevent sagging and consequent dropping of applications. There shall be
no visible junction marks in finish coat where one day’s work adjoins another.
Plastered surfaces to which vinyl or wood base boards will be applied shall extend to
ground, indicated as backing for base. Plaster will not be required behind built-in
cabinets and equipment.

3.3 PORTLAND CEMENT PLASTER: Apply base coats with sufficient pressure to curl
the keys around the back of metal lath or wire fabric and to provide good bond on
masonry or concrete bases.
 END OF SECTION

DIVISION 9.0 FINISHES

SECTION 9.03 CONCRETE FINISH

PART 1.0 GENERAL

1.1 WORK INCLUDED: This section includes the materials and procedures required to
achieve finishes on concrete surfaces as stated in the schedule.

PART 2.0 PRODUCTS

2.1 SUBSTRATE MATERIAL

A. COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH: Concrete floor slabs subject to live loads shall have a
concrete screed with a maximum thickness of 2” (50mm) and a minimum
compressive strength of 1500psi (10MPa).

2.2 FORMS

A. PLYWOOD: For Form Finish.

B. PHENOLIC FILM FACED PLYWOOD: 12-18mm thick. Use Armor-Ply as

manufactured by Formaply Industries, Inc. or its approved equivalent. Use this on
areas designated as having Fair-Faced Concrete Finish.

2.3 SCHEDULE OF FINISHES

A. FORM FINISH: Use plywood form for ceilings designated as unpainted.

B. FAIR-FACED CONCRETE FINISH: Use phenolic film-faced plywood for ceiling

designated as unpainted. Plywood may be used up to 40 times.

C. STEEL TROWELLED FINISH: For floors intended as walking surfaces where

indicated in Schedule or for reception of floor coverings.

D. SMOOTH FINISH CEMENT PLASTER: For smooth trowelled finish ceiling to

receive painted ceiling finishes, provide a thin cement paste after plastering to
achieve a smooth finish. Also to receive cement-sand screeding of tiles, marbles,
wood flooring and the like.

E. PLAIN CEMENT FINISH: Plain cement finish shall be floated to a compact and
smooth surface. The top surfaces shall then be steel trowelled to an even, hard
surface, free from low and high spots.

F. HARDENED CONCRETE FLOORS: Use non-metallic aggregate anti-dust floor

hardeners.
2.4 FINISH TOLERANCES: See individual finish specifications for applicable type class.

A. Class A tolerances shall be true planes within 1/8-inch in 10ft as determined by a 10-
foot straightedge placed anywhere on the slab in any direction.

B. Class B tolerances shall be true planes within 1/4-inch in 10ft as determined by a 10-
foot straightedge placed anywhere on the slab in any direction.

C. Class C tolerances shall be true planes within 1/4-inch in 2ft as determined by a 2-

foot straightedge placed anywhere on the slab in any direction.

PART 3.0 EXECUTION

3.1 AS-CAST PLYWOOD FINISH (Form Finish and Fair-Faced Concrete Finish)

Concrete shall be cast against forms constructed of plywood not less than 16mm (5/8”)
thick or of boards lined with tempered hardboard not less than 5mm(3/16”) thick. The
arrangement of plywood sheets or liner sheets shall be orderly and symmetrical, and
sheets shall be in as large sizes as are practicable. Sheets showing torn grain, worn
edges, patches or holes from previous use ot other defects which will impair the texture
of concrete surfaces shall not be used. All fins on the surface shall be completely
removed.

3.2 FLOATED FINISH FOR FLATWORK

After the concrete has been placed, struck off, consolidated, and leveled, the concrete
shall not be worked further until ready for floating. Floating shall begin when the water
sheen has disappeared, and/or when the mix has stiffened sufficiently to permit the
proper operation of a power driven float. The surface shall then be consolidated with
power driven floats. Hand floating with wood or cork-faced floats shall be used in
locations inaccessible to the power-driven machine. Trueness of surface shall be
checked at this stage with a 10-foot straightedge applied at not less than two (2)
different angles. All high spots shall be cut down and all low spots filled during this
procedure to a Class B tolerance. The slabs shall then be refloated immediately to a
uniform, smooth, granular texture.

3.3 TROWELED FINISH FOR FLATWORK

A. Where a troweled finish is specified, the surface shall be finished first with power
floats, as specified above where applicable, then with power trowels, and finally with
hand trowels.

B. The first troweling after power floating shall be done by a power trowel and shall
produce a smooth surface which is relatively free of defects which may still contain
some trowel marks. Additional troweling shall be done by hand after the surface has
hardened sufficiently. The final troweling shall be done when a ringing sound is
produced as the trowel is moved over the surface.

C. The surface shall be thoroughly consolidated by the troweling operations. The

finished surface shall be free of any trowel marks, uniform in texture and appearance,
and shall be planed to a Class A tolerance.

D. On surfaces intended to support floor coverings, any defects of sufficient magnitude

to show through the floor covering shall be removed by grinding.

E. All edges and tooled joints shall be finished with a 3mm (1/8”) radius tool.
3.4 SMOOTH RUBBED FINISH

A. Smooth rubbed finish shall be produced on freshly hardened concrete. All necessary
patching shall have been done immediately after forms have been removed and
rubbing shall be completed not later than the following day. Surfaces shall be wetted
and rubbed with carborundum brick or other abrasive until a uniform color and texture
is produced. No cement grout or slush shall be used other than the cement paste
drawn from the “green” concrete itself by rubbing process.

B. Rubbing procedure shall be approved by the Architect before starting the work.

END OF SECTION

DIVISION ‘9.0 FINISHES

SECTION 9.06 CERAMIC TILES

PART 1.0 GENERAL

1.1 SUBMITTALS: Submit samples of each type and color of Ceramic Tiles, grout and joint
fillers. Samples of tile patterns shall be not less than 450 mm x 450 mm (18” x 18”) in
size.

1.2 PROTECTION AND DAMAGED WORK: Specified work and adjacent work and
materials shall be protected against damage during progress of specified work until
completion. Spaces, in which tile work is being set, shall be closed to traffic and other
work until tile has firmly set. Suitable notices shall be posted or other provisions made
to the effect that no one shall work around freshly-tiled walls nor walk upon freshly-tiled
floor for not less than seven (7) days after the tile has set. Damaged or defective work
shall be repaired or replaced to the Architect’s satisfaction. Cracked, chipped or
otherwise defective tile will not be accepted.

PART 2.0 PRODUCTS

2.1 CERAMIC TILE (Mariwasa)

A. Local Ceramic: Glazed and other unglazed tiles

Sizes for tiles:
6mmx200mmx200mm
6mmx300mmx300mm
6mmx40ommx400mm
Refer to Schedule of Finishes for sizes.

B. DESIGN: Ceramic tiles shall have the sizes indicated on the plans and all accessory
tiles shall be in matching size; all accessory tiles shall be as required for conventional
mortar installation.
 C.COLORS: All ceramic tiles shall be in colors selected by the Architect and Interior
Designer from the Manufacturers range of standard colors and patterns in the
specified products.

MORTAR. All mortar setting bed for use on floors and walls shall be a blend of Portland
Cement, graded sand and additives, or equal.

2.3 GROUT

A. COLOR: Grouting shall be in colors selected by the Architect form the manufacturer’s
standard range of colors.

OTHER MATERIALS

All other materials, not specifically described but required for a complete and proper tile
installation, shall be as selected by the Contractor, subject to the approval of the
Architect.

PART 3.0 EXECUTION

CONDITION OF WORK-IN-PLACE: Refer to Section 9.01.

3.2 CERAMIC TILE FLOORS, CURB, WALLS AND BASE:

A. Mix and use proprietary or trade-marked materials in strict accordance with

Manufacturers’ instructions, unless otherwise specified. Cut and drill tile for proper
fitting around all equipment-in-place without damaging work. Rub down with an
abrasive stone the exposed sharp edges of cuts. Grind and fit carefully at
intersection, against trim, finish, and built-in items. Fit tile closely around outlets,
pipes, fixtures and fittings, so that plates, collars and escutcheons will overlap cuts.
Before applying mortar setting bed, establish border lines, if any; center field work in
both direction to permit laying pattern with minimum of cut tiles. Lay floor without
borders from center lines outwards. Make necessary adjustments at walls.

B. Install all trims required to complete the work.

C. The tile base shall join the floor surface with a cove shape. The top of the base shall
be a bullnose.

3.3 SETTING

A. Set ceramic floor tile firmly in setting bed, for a true surface. Joints shall be straight,
level, perpendicular, and of even width not exceeding 1/16 inch. Joints in floor and
wall tile work shall be level.

B. Setting bed for mortar-set floor tile shall be placed to a thickness of 3-6 mm on a
working area of not more than 1 sq. m. Solid-bed fixing Is recommended for wet
conditions and ceramic floor tiles, but, otherwise, the adhesive should be horizontally
 ribbed with a notch trowel before fixing the tiles.

C. Fix tiles by pressing into place, beginning at the bottom in the case of wall tiles, and
at center markings in the case of floor and pool tiles. Make sure that the back of each
tile is not less than 75% in contact with the adhesive.

D. Clean off surplus adhesive with a damp cloth. Leave for a minimum of 24 hours to set
before grouting ceramic wall tiles with Grout. When fixing ceramic floor tiles, no traffic
should be allowed for 4 days after completion.

3.4 GROUTING

A. Mix the grout powder with water to a smooth thick consistency. Avoid over-wetting.
Leave to stand for about 15 minutes before using
B. Apply to the tile joints with the squeegee, brush, or sponge working the grout in
thoroughly to ensure total compaction. Remove surplus grout with a damp sponge.

END OF SECTION

DIVISION 9 FINISHES

SECTION 9.07 LOCAL AND OTHER STONES

PART 1.0 GENERAL

1.1 WORK INCLUDED: This section includes the furnishing, delivering, and installation of
all Local Stones and the like.

1.2 SUBMITTALS :
A. Samples of approved sizes, design and pattern.
B. Shop drawings showing layout and pattern and dimensions.
C. Grouting materials.

PART 2.0 PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS: Local Stones as indicated on plans. Refer to plans for exact location.
Present samples to Architect for approval.

2.2 SIZE: Verify Architect and submit sample of finish for approval.

2.3 GROUT: Shall have a minimum width of 3mm to a max. of 16mm, ABC tile grout or
Architect’s approved equal.

2.4 SETTING BED: Mortar setting bed shall be 25mm minimum to 31mm, 1:2 mixture.
Grouting shall be in colors selected by the Architect from the manufacturer's standard
range of colors.

2.5 PATTERN: Refer to drawings or as approved by the Architect.

PART 3.0 EXECUTION

3.1 FOR EXTERIOR WALL:

A. PROTECTION: Protect specified work and adjacent work and materials against
damage during progress of specified work until completion. Post suitable notices or
make other provisions to the effect that no one shall work around freshly-laid walls
not less than seven (7) days after the stone has set. Damaged or defective work
shall be repaired or replaced at no additional cost to the Owner. Cracked, chipped, or
otherwise defective stone will not be accepted.
B. SETTING: Set stone firmly in setting bed for true surface. Joints should be straight,
level and of even width not exceeding 15mm. Joint depth is approximately 6mm to
8mm.

C. GROUTING METHOD: Grout float method: force a maximum amount of grout (1

part cement to 2 parts fine graded sand) into joints.

END OF SECTION

DIVISION 9.0 FINISHES

SECTION 9.08 CEILING SUSPENSION SYSTEM

PART 1.0 GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. INCLUDED All items and components forming any portion of the Suspended Ceiling
Subsystem and all work to install same.

B. LOCATION: All areas designated in Finish Symbol on Drawings to receive Acoustic

Type Ceilings.

1.2 QUALIFICATIONS : Refer to Section 9.01 FINISHES.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. SHOP DRAWINGS: Submit copies of ceiling layout indicating the location of all light
fixtures, diffusers, etc. Show details of installation, Including all special conditions,
such as hanger spacing, fastening details, splicing method for main and cross
runners, change in levels, and supports at ceiling fixture. Lay out system to permit as
large border units as possible.

B. SAMPLES: Submit representative samples of all components of each type of ceiling

subsystem.

C. MAINTENANCE PROGRAM: Submit manufacturers’ latest printed recommendations

for proper owner maintenance program.

1.4 PRODUCT DELIVERY, HANDLING, AND STORAGE: Refer to Section 09000

FINISHES.

END OF SECTION
DIVISION 9.0 FINISHES

SECTION 9.09 PAINTING

PART 1.0 GENERAL

1.1 DEFINITION OF PAINT

The term “PAINT " as used herein, includes emulsions, enamels, paints, varnishes,
sealers, and other coatings, whether used as prime, intermediate, or finish coats.

1.2 QUALIFICATIONS: Refer to Section 9.01.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. The Owner reserves the right to subject material samples to test at his expenses. If
such material tests do not meet the specified standards, the cost will be charged to
the Contractor.

B. Number of coats, where specified, is minimum. Contractor shall apply as many as

required to meet specifications for solid, uniform appearance. Where film thickness in
mils is specified, spot checks will be made to determine compliance with specified
thickness.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit 2 samples of each and every color or finish (including all coats). Where the
same color or finish Is to be applied over different materials, samples of each shall
be submitted on different materials, where practical.

B. Sample size shall be a minimum of 150 mm x 150 mm (6” x 6”).

1.5 PRODUCT DELIVERY, HANDLING, AND STORAGE

A. Specified materials shall be delivered to the job site bearing manufacturers’ name,
brand name, type of paint, analysis showing all important constituents of the paint,
color of paint and instructions for thinning.

B. Specified item and/or its components shall be handled in such manner as to prevent
damage. The same shall be properly protected from harmful elements or damage by
other work prior to its incorporation Into the Project.

C. Store materials in a well ventilated space designated for the storage and mixing of
paint. Materials delivered to the site shall be properly stored as to minimize
exposure to extremes of temperature.

1.6 PROTECTION

A. Paint materials shall be properly protected from damage, providing for adequate
storage space. Take all necessary precautions to prevent fire, such as keeping oily
rags in U. L. approved metal containers or removing from building at the end of each
day’s work.

B. All work fittings, furniture, etc., are to be suitably protected during execution of the
 work. Splashes on floors, walls, etc. are to be removed during progress of work and
on the whole, left clean and perfect upon completion.

C. No exterior or exposed painting shall be carried out under adverse weather

conditions, such as extremes of temperature, during rain, fog, etc., or if there is
excessive dust in the air.

D. LEAD CONTENT AND WARNING LABELS

1. The material manufacturer shall state the lead content on the label of any paint
product container based on metal percentage of total solids.

2. The label of any paint product exceeding 0.5% lead content shall include the
following statement: “This paint contains more than 0.55 lead content and shall
not be used on surfaces accessible to children.”

1.7 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL: Refer to Section 9.01.

1.8 REPAIR OF DEFECTIVE WORK

A. All defective or damaged work shall be restored to initial condition.

B. All voids, cracks, nicks, etc., will be repaired with proper patching material and
finished flush with surrounding surfaces.

C. Marred or damaged shop coats on metal shall be spot-primed with appropriate metal
primer.

D. Defective or damaged items and/or components , which cannot be repaired or

restored to initial conditions, shall be removed and replaced to the satisfaction of the
Architect at no additional cost to the Owner.

1.9 MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL ITEMS

Painting Contractor shall be responsible for painting mechanical and electrical items as
specified herein. No name plates, rotating shafts, bearing bronze, electrical windings or
valve stems shall be painted, nor shall any part furnished in nickel or chrome plated be
painted.

1.10 CLEANING

Upon completion of the building, the Painting Contractor shall remove all paint spots
from all finished work, remove all empty cans and leave the entire premises free from
rubbish or other debris caused by his work. He shall remove his equipment from the
premises. He shall clean off all glass free from paint spots and smears and shall present
the work clean and free from all types of blemishes.

PART 2.0 PRODUCTS

2.1 GENERAL

A. Materials are specified to establish the standards of grade and quality desired for
the work, principal pigments and vehicle types and minimum percentage of solids
content by volume.
 B. The top quality / first class paints of the following brands:

1. Boysen Paints
2. Nation Paints

C. The products of Manufacturers not named may be submitted for use provided they
are equal in quality and grade to the primers and finishes specified as approved by
the Architect. If substitute paint products are desired, a statement shall be submitted
to the Architect giving the Manufacturers name, proposed primer and finish for each
paint system, analysis for each type of paint, and the use or uses Intended. Failure to
submit such statements will be cause for rejection.

D. In cases where the name of a brand or supplier is mentioned under a particular

specification, only paint or primer of that manufacturer is acceptable and no
substitution shall be permitted on the grounds that the brand specified is not
available in the local market. Materials of one manufacturer shall not be applied over
that of another, except In the case of shop primer coat.

2.2 COLOR, GLOSS AND TEXTURE

Refer to Finish Schedule. All work Is to be completed without deviation from these
unless written approval Is received from the Architect. No extra cost shall be allowed
because of the color variety scheduled.

PART 3.0 EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL

A. Work-in-place, on which specified work is to be applied, shall be examined to insure

that conditions are satisfactory for application of specified materials. Any defect,
which may influence satisfactory completion of specified work, shall be report, in
writing, to the Architect. Absence of such notification will be construed as acceptance
of work-in-place.

B. Do not apply exterior paint in damp or rainy weather or until surfaces have thoroughly
dried from the effects of such weather.

C. Before start of painting, remove finish hardware, accessories, plates, lighting

fixtures, and similar Items, as approved by the Architect, except UL. Labels on Fire
Door and Frames, which must not be removed. Use only workmen skilled in the
applicable building trade for removal and reinstallation of finished item in-place .

D. The following items shall be masked or protected with suitable covering:

1. Sealing1 caulking and glazing compounds (unless otherwise directed by

the Architect).
2. Glass.
3. Gauges, thermometers and other recording devices.
4. Moving parts of machinery and other mechanical equipment - such as: shafts,
couplings, valve stems, and the like.
5. Coated decorative sheet metal work.
6. Sprinkler heads and the like.
7. U.L. Labels

3.2 SURFACES PREPARATION AS APPLIED TO VARIOUS SUBSTRATE

A. WOOD:
 New Surface:
 Surface to be painted should be clean and dry, free from oil, grease, dust,
dirt, contaminants and all loose girt or mortar; sand rough edges remaining,
countersink nail heads for putty applications.
 Dust off surfaces completely then wipe with a clean rag.

Repainting:
 Remove scaling, flaking, blistering, and peeling off paint either with the
use of B-141 BOYSEN PAINT AND VARNISH REMOVER, wire brushing,
scraping, or water blasting. Let dry.

 For glossy areas, sand and dust clean.

 In case of mildew infestation, treat with BOYSEN FUNGICIDAL WASH

SOLUTION by swabbing or brushing. To ensure proper treatment, allow either
solution to remain in surface for 24 hours. Brush off and rinse with water.

B. METAL:

New Surface:
 Surface to be painted should be clean and dry, free from oil, grease, dust,
dirt, wax, solder flux, and other contaminants by wiping with mineral spirits or
paint thinner.
 Remove rust by wire brushing, sanding or scraping.
 Where maximum performance of protective coatings is necessary (e.g.
Industrial Plants), prepare surface by blast cleaning.

Repainting:
 Sand wire brush or scrape rusted metals and apply BOYSEN METAL
ETCHING SOLUTION # 71 to remove rust. Let it stay for 10 to 15 minutes. Be
sure to wash off surface thoroughly with mineral spirits, letting it dry before
applying paint. Primer should be applied a few hours after application of B-71
before rust sets in.

C. CONCRETE:

New Surface:
 Surface to be painted should be clean and dry, free from oil, grease, dust,
dirt, contaminants and all loose girt or mortar.
 Treat with B-44 BOYSEN MASONRY NEUTRALIZER. Mix (1) liter of B-44
with (16) liters of water. Apply liberally by brush and let dry overnight.
 Rinse with water to remove white crystals that form on the surface. Let
dry.

D.CAULKING:
 Oil-Based caulking compound surfaces to be painted shall be prepared by
removing all foreign materials.

3.3 PAINT APPLICATION

A. GENERAL: Specified work shall be done by skilled painters in a workmanlike

manner. All spaces shall be broom-cleaned before painting is started. Surface to be
painted shall be clean, dry, smooth and adequately protected from dampness. Each
coat of paint shall be allowed to dry at least twenty-four (24) hours before
succeeding coat is applied. Finish work shall be uniform, of approved color, smooth
and free from runs, sags, defective coverage, clogging or excessive flooding. If
 surfaces are not adequately covered, as determined by the Architect, ,further coat
shall be applied to the satisfaction of the Architect. Edges of paint adjoining other
materials or colors shall be sharp and clean without overlapping.

B. PAINT MIXING: Paint mixing and thinning shall be done only in accordance with
directions of Manufacturer. Paint must be strained free from all skin and extraneous
substances and shall be thoroughly mixed in a clean container during use.

C. METHODS OF APPLICATION: Exterior first coats and Interior first coats shall be
applied by brush, except on shop-primed surfaces, which shall be applied by brush
or roller. All primer shall be applied by brush. Succeeding coats over field-primed
surfaces and all coats over shop-primed surfaces may be applied by brush roller or
spray. Distemper brushes are to be of approved type and less than 15 cm In width.
Rollers for applying enamel shall have a short nap. Spray equipment shall be as
recommended by the manufacturer of the paint used. Areas inaccessible to spray
painting shall be coated by brushing or suitable method.

D. COATING: Consecutive coats of paints are to be slightly differing tints except in the
case white. Each coat shall be allowed to harden before the next Is applied. Rubbing
down between coats is to be done with fine abrasive paper.

E. WOOD FINISHING: Wood to have natural satin varnish finish shall be stained as
required and sealed as soon as such Items are delivered to the job site. Seal all ends
to exclude moisture. Knotting shall be carried out by using shellac dissolved in spirit
or approved ready mixed compound.

F. DEFECTS IN MASONRY, CONCRETE, PLASTER AND GYPSUM BOARD: Small

cracks, holes, and other similar imperfections in masonry, concrete and plaster
surfaces, which show up after the prime-sealer has been applied to the surface, shall
be filled with an approved sparkling compound before application of succeeding
coats.

G. WOODWORK AND METALWORK: Primed or undercoated woodwork and metalwork

shall not be left in an exposed or unsuitable situation for an undue period before
completing the painting process. Stopping and filling shall be deemed to be included
for all metal works, plaster works, and wood work specified to be used to produce a
surface ready for priming and painting.

H. FINAL TOUCH-UPS: Upon completion, finish work shall be touched-up and restored
where damaged and left in good condition.

PART 4.0 PAINTING SCHEDULE

4.1 GENERAL

Painting Systems shall be applied to surfaces as scheduled. All walls to be painted shall
be plastered prior to painting. All under slabs to be painted shall have fair-faced
concrete.

4.2 FILM THICKNESSES: As recommended by paint manufacturer for the paint specified,
includes thickness in mils and number of coats.

4.3 SCHEDULE

A. MASONRY AND CONCRETE

1. Interior and Exterior Surfaces

 Textured Finish (flat, semi – gloss, gloss paint). Treat with masonry neutralizer.

1st Coat : Boysen Permacoat Flat Latex # 701

Putty : Boysen Masonry Putty
2nd Coat : Boysen Permacoat Latex (flat, semi-gloss, gloss paint)

B. GYPSUM

1st Coat : Boysen Granitone Primer #3505

Texture : Boysen Granitone # 3400 (by mortar gun)
2nd Coat : Boysen Granitone Polyurethane Gloss topcoat # 3500

C. WOOD SURFACES

1. Painted Doors, jambs, cabinets, shelves (Semi - gloss finish, lacquer type spray)

1st coat : Boysen Lacquer Primer Surfacer # 305

2nd coat : Boysen Lacquer Spot Putty # 306 (if required)
3rd coat : Boysen Lacquer Primer Surfacer # 305 on puttied areas.
4th coat : Boysen Automotive Lacquer Enamel # 1300

2. Plain painted surfaces such as walls & partitions (Semi-gloss finish- Alkyd type)

1st coat : Boysen Flat wall Enamel # 800

Putty : Boysen Pasolux Glazing Putty # 311
2nd coat : Boysen Semi-Gloss Enamel # 200
3rd coat : Boysen Semi-Gloss Enamel # 200

D. METAL SURFACES

Gloss Finish (Alkyd Type) for G. I. Pipes, etc.

1st coat : Boysen Metal Primer Zinc Chromate # 320
2nd coat : Boysen Pasalux Glazing Putty # 311
3rd coat : Boysen Quick Dry Enamel # 600

2. Gloss Finish (Epoxy type ) for metal elements and doors, wrought iron grilles, W.
I. railing , B. I. and G. I. pipe handrails

1st coat : Boysen Epoxy Primer White # 2200

2nd coat : Boysen Epoxy Enamel # 2100
3rd coat : Boysen Epoxy Enamel # 2100

END OF SECTION

DIVISION 15 MECHANICAL

SECTION 15.01 PLUMBING SYSTEM

PART 1 GENERAL
 1.1 SCOPE/WORK INCLUDED. Work in this section includes furnishing all
labor, materials, equipment, incidentals, procedures and supervision necessary
for the installation of the plumbing system.

1.2 SUBMITTALS. The Contractor shall furnish, for approval, full Information
and satisfactory evidence as to the kind and quality of materials or articles he
will Incorporate in the work.

1.3 QUALIFICATION OF WORKMEN. Only competent workmen, who have

been thoroughly trained and experienced in the skills required and who are
completely familiar with the materials involved and with the requirements of his
work, shall be engaged.

1.4 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. The project drawings shall show the

general requirements as to sizes, arrangement, extent of piping, and location of
equipment. Unless otherwise indicated or specified herein, all work shall be
accomplished in accordance with the National Plumbing Code.

PART 2 PRODUCTS AND MATERIALS

2.1 PIPES AND FITTINGS

A. SOIL, WASTE, AND VENT PIPES shall be uPVC ULTIMA SUPRA SERIES
manufactured by Emerald Vinyl Corporation.

1. PVC cement shall be as recommended by the PVC pipe manufacturer,

solvent type

B. COLD AND HOT WATER LINE PIPES shall be REHAU distributed

by Camp Marketing & Development, Inc.

1. Couplings and pipe fittings shall be of the heavy duty type and as
recommended by the pipe manufacturer.

C. VALVES

1. Angle, check and glove valves shall be bronze, 125 pounds, and
type as suitably for the application. Check valves shall be swing types.

2. Gate valves. All valves used for shut-off valves or gate valves shall
be bronze, with screwed ends, and 125 pounds' pressure capacity.

3. Clean-outs shall be provided in all soil, storm or waste lines at every

change in direction greater than 45 degrees, size same as the pipe
served. Clean-outs shall be extended to an easily accessible place or
where indicated on the drawings.

4. Pipe sleeves shall be installed and properly secured in place at all

points where pipes pass through masonry or concrete, except un-framed
floors on earth with sufficient diameter to provide approximately 6 mm
clearance around the pipe or insulation. Pipe sleeves in walls, partitions
and through floors shall be of PVC pipe, schedule 40.

5. Pipe hangers, inserts and supports shall be provided to all

horizontal runs of pipes and shall be hanged with adjustable wrought iron
or malleable iron pipe hangers spaced not over 1.5 meters apart for PVC
 pipes and 3.0 meters apart for steel pipes. Trapeze hangers may be used
in place of separate hangers on pipes running parallel to and close to
each other.

6. Shock absorbers or air capped chambers shall be provided, where

shown on the drawings, on all individual branch water lines to equipment
or fixtures.

D. HOSE BIBB shall be with metal handle, heavy duty type, chrome plated,
compression type, with hose threads; size shall be as indicated.

A. FAUCETS for water system shall be SANNIX Brass Fittings shown in

Chrome, manufactured by American Standard or as specified herein or as
indicated shall be heavy-duty type, chrome-plated and or as specified in
Section 10.01 Miscellaneous Specialties.

B. FLOOR DRAIN shall be stainless steel with strainer, size 100 mm x 100
mm with stainless fastening screw.

C. TOILET AND BATH FIXTURES AND ACCESSORIES shall all be American

Standard as specified in Section 10.01 Miscellaneous Specialties.

1. Faucet and accessories shall be “American Standard”, size and type as

shown.

PART 3 INSTALLATION

3.1 GENERAL. Piping shall be installed according to the shop drawings, as

recommended by the manufacturer and as directed during installation, straight
and as direct as possible, forming right angles or parallel lines with building
walls and other pipes, and neatly spaced. Erect pipe risers plumb and true,
parallel with walls and other pipes neatly spaced. Before being placed in
position, pipe and fittings shall be cleaned carefully. All pipes shall be
maintained in a clean condition.

3.2 ALL PIPING shall be properly supported or suspended on stands, clamps,

hangers, or equivalent of approved design. Supports shall be installed in such a
manner to permit pipe free expansion and contraction while minimizing vibration.
Do not install pipes in a manner that interferes with other pipes, ducts, conduits,
equipment and adjacent structures of the building. The arrangement, positions
and connection of pipes, fixtures, drains, valves, and the like indicated on the
drawings shall be followed as closely as possible. All pipes shall be cut
accurately to measurement and shall be worked into place without springing and
forcing. Changes in pipes shall be made with reducing fittings. Pipes shall not
pass through columns, footings, and beams, except where noted on the
drawings.

3.3 ROUGH-IN FOR PIPES AND FITTINGS shall be carried along with the
building construction. Correctly located openings of proper sizes shall be
provided where required in the walls and floors for the passages of pipes. All
items to embedded in concrete shall be thoroughly cleaned and free from all rust
and scale.

3.4 PIPES IN TRENCHES. Sewer and water piping shall be placed in

separate trenches.

3.5 INSTALLATION OF SCREW-JOINTED PIPING. All pipes shall be cut

accurately according to measurements established by the contractor and shall
be worked into place without springing or forcing. Proper provision shall be
made for the expansion and contraction of all pipelines. Pipe and fittings shall
 be free from fins and burrs. Screw joints shall be made with a lubricant applied
on the male threads only; threads shall be full cut and not more than three
threads on the pipe shall remain exposed. All exposed ferrous pipe threads
after being installed and tested shall be given one coat of zinc chromate and
enamel paint.

3.6 INSTALLATION OF FIXTURES. Connections between the earthenware of

fixtures and the flanges on soil pipe shall be made gas and watertight. All bulk
material including putty and plastics shall not be used for gaskets. Floor drains
shall be secured in a water tight manner.

3.7 PROTECTIVE COATING FOR GALVANIZED STEEL PIPING BURIED IN

THE GROUND. All galvanized steel piping buried in the ground shall be given a
protective coating of zinc chromate primer and enamel paint.
PART 4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

4.1 TESTS. All defects disclosed by tests shall be rec tified and the test repeated.
All labor, materials and equipment used for tests shall be provided by the
contractor.

A. WATER PIPING. Water piping shall be subjected to a hydrostatic

pressure test of 100 pounds per sq. inch. All potable water piping shall be
disinfected by a mixture containing not less than 0.6 pound of high test
calcium hypochlorite, or an equivalent amount of chlorinated lime (about 2
pound), to each 1000-gallon of water, which provides not less than 50 PPM of
available chlorine. The mixture shall be injected into the system shall then
be drained, flushed with potable water, and placed in service.

B. SANITARY PIPING. Before the installation of any fixture, the ends

of the system shall be capped and all lines filled with water to the roof or 3 m
above the highest fixture connections if test is done in sections or by floors
and allowed to stand for at least 30 minutes without leakage. Test tees
having cast iron screwed plugs shall be installed in the vertical stacks when
tests are made in sections or by floors. Test within building shall be made
with piping exposed. Underground piping shall be tested before backfilling.

C. PLUMBING SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT. Plumbing system and

equipment after complete installation shall be given an in service tests. All
fixtures are installed the entire vent and sewer systems shall have a final
test. Final test shall be either the smoke or peppermint test. Before
proceeding with either test all traps shall be filled with water. Smoke test
shall be accomplished by filling the entire sewer system with a pungent thick
smoke produced by one or more smoke machines. When smoke appears at
stack openings on the ceiling or roof, they shall be closed. A pressure
equivalent to a 25 mm water column shall be exerted and maintained for 15
minutes before inspection starts. Peppermint tests shall be accomplished by
introducing a minimum of 2 ounces of oil of peppermint into each stack. All
stacks and line openings shall be closed during test, for a mini mum period of
1/2 hour.

PART 5 GUARANTEE

The contractor shall furnish to the Owner a written guarantee covering the
satisfactory operations of the plumbing installation. This shall be for a period of
one year after the date of acceptance. During this period, the contractor shall
repair or replace any defective work and pay for any repair or replacement cost.
All damages due to improper use or caused by the Owner or his
representatives/employees shall be at the Owner’s expense.
 END OF SECTION

DIVISION 15 MECHANICAL

SECTION 15.02 WATER SERVICE SYSTEM

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE / WORK INCLUDED. Work in this section includes the furnishing of all
labor, materials, equipment, procedures, incidentals, and superintendence
required for the installation of a water service system. Service lines shall include
the pipelines from the main water distribution to the building service at a point
approximately 1.5 m from the building.

PART 2 MATERIALS

2.1 WATERLINE shall be REHAU, distributed by Camp Marketing & Dev’t ,

Inc.

2.2 SERVICE STOPS shall be all bronze with flange, joint coupling and
threads on inlet. Stops shall be tested to minimum hydraulic pressure of 200
pounds per square inch.

2.3 SERVICE BOXES shall be cast-iron. Extension service boxes of the

required length and having either screw or slide-type adjustment shall be
installed at all service box locations. The boxes shall have housings of sufficient
size to completely cover the service stops and shall be complete with identifying
covers.

PART 3 INSTALLATION

3.1 GENERAL. Excavation and backfilling of pipe trenches shall be as

specified in Section: Earthwork.

3.2 PIPE LAYING AND JOINTING. Before being placed in position,

pipe, fittings, valves, and accessories shall be cleaned, and shall be maintained
in a clean condition. Proper facilities shall be provided for lowering sections of
pipe into trenches. Piping that does not allow sufficient space for proper
installation of jointing material shall be replaced by one proper dimension. The
pipe shall be graded in straight lines, taking care to avoid the formation of any
dips or low points. Pipe shall be supported at its proper elevation and grade,
care being taken to secure firm and uniform support. Wood support blocking will
not be permitted. The full length of each section of pipe and fittings shall rest
solidly on the pipe bed, with recess’s excavation to accommodate bells, joints,
and couplings. Anchors and supports shall be provided where necessary and
where indicated on the project drawings for fastening work into place. Proper
provision shall be made for the expansion and contraction of pipelines.
Trenches shall be kept free of water until joints have been properly made. Open
ends of pipe at the end of each day’s work shall be closed temporarily with wood
blocks or bulkheads. Pipe shall not be laid when the conditions of trench or
weather are unsuitable.

3.3 MANUFACTURER’S RECOMMENDATIONS. Where installation

procedures or any part thereof is required to be in accordance with the
recommendations of the manufacturer of the material being installed, printed
copies of these recommendations shall be furnished to the Construction
Architect/Engineer prior to installation. Installation of the item will not be
 allowed to proceed until the recommendations are received. Failure to furnish
these recommendations can be cause for rejection of the material.

PART 4 DISINFECTION

Before acceptance for domestic operation, each unit of completed supply line
and distribution system shall be disinfected, as specified below. After pressure
test has been made, the unit to be disinfected shall be thoroughly flushed with
water until all entrained dirt and mud has been removed before introducing the
chlorinating material. The chlorinating material shall provide a dosage of not
less 50 parts per million and shall be introduced into water lines in an approved
manner. Treated water shall be retained in pipe long enough to destroy all non-
spore-forming bacteria. Except where a shorter period is approved, retention
time shall be at least 24 hours. This shall produce not less than 10 PPM of
chlorine at extreme end of line - at the end of retention period. All valves on
lines being disinfected shall be opened and closed several times. Samples of
water shall be taken from points in the system in sterilized containers for
bacterial examination. Disinfection shall be repeated until tests indicate
absence of pollution for at least 2 full days. System will not be accepted until
satisfactory bacteriological results have been obtained.

END OF SECTION

DIVISION 15 MECHANICAL

SECTION 15.03 EXTERIOR SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE / WORK INCLUDED. This section includes exterior sanitary

sewer, complete. The construction required herein should include appurtenance
structures to points of connection with the building sanitary sewer 1.5 m outside
the buildings to which the sewer system is to be connected. Excavation and
backfilling shall conform to Section: Earthwork.

PART 2 MATERIALS

2.1 POLYVINYL CHLORIDE (PVC)

A. Sewer piping shall be uPVC ULTIMA Supra Series pipe,

manufactured by Emerald Vinyl Corporation, size as indicated or 0.20 m in
diameter or equivalent Philippine National Standard.

B. Fittings and specials for use with PVC pipe shall have a strength
not less than the pipe and shall be manufacturer’s standard product, as
approved.

C. Jointing material. Coupling and sealing rings for pipe couplings and
fittings shall conform to manufacturer’s recommendation, as approved.

2.2 CONCRETE PIPES. Pipes from septic tank to the storm drainage line
shall be tongue and groove non-reinforced concrete pipes.

2.3 SEWER MANHOLE

 A. GENERAL. Sewer manhole shall be constructed of concrete with cast-iron
frame and cover. The invert channels shall be smooth and semi-circular in
shape, conforming to the inside of the adjacent storm sewer section.
Changes in direction of flow shall be made with a smooth curve of as large a
radius as the size of the inlet and box will permit. The invert channels shall
be formed directly on the concrete of the inlet base and shall be constructed
by laying full section sewer pipe through the inlet and breaking out the top
half after the surrounding concrete has hardened. The floor of the manhole
outside the channels shall be smooth and shall slope toward the channels not
less than 25 mm per foot nor more than 50 mm per foot.

B. MANHOLE COVER shall be pre-cast concrete. Cover shall be of type

and size indicated. The word “SEWER”, at least 50 mm high, shall be
marked or cast into cover so as to be plainly visible.

2.4 SEPTIC TANK. Provide septic tank as indicated with complete piping and
fittings. Cover shall be pre-cast concrete of type and size indicated. The word
“SEPTIC” at least 50 mm high, shall be marked or cast into cover so as to be
plainly visible. Septic tank cover shall be provided with steel lifting handle.

2.5 REINFORCED CONCRETE FOR SEWER MANHOLE AND SEPTIC TANK

shall be as specified in Section: Cast-In-Place Concrete.

PART 3 INSTALLATION

3.1 PIPE LAYING

A. PIPE LAYING shall precede upgrade with the groove ends of

tongue and groove pipe pointing in the direction of the flow. Each pipe shall
be laid accurately to the line and grade shown on the drawings. Pipe shall be
laid and centered so that the sewer has a uniform invert. As the work
progresses, the interior of the sewer shall be cleaned of all superfluous
materials.

B. BEFORE MAKING A PIPE JOINT, all surfaces of the portions of the

pipe to be joined shall be cleaned and dry. Lubricants, primers and
adhesives shall be used as recommended by the pipe manufacturer. The
joints shall then be placed, fitted, jointed, and adjusted to obtain the degree
of water tightness required.

C. TRENCHES shall be kept free of water and as dry as possible

during bedding, lying, and jointing and for as long a period as required.
When work is not in progress, open ends of pipe and fittings shall be
satisfactorily closed with wood blocks or bulkheads so that no trench water or
other material will enter the pipe or fittings.

D. BACKFILL. As soon as possible after the joint is made, sufficient

backfill material shall be placed along the pipe to prevent pipe movement off
line or grade.

E. SURFACE CLEAN-OUT. Cast-iron or PVC clean-out shall be

provided, as indicated.

F. JOINTS BETWEEN DIFFERENT PIPE MATERIALS shall be made

as specified, using approved jointing materials.

PART 4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

 All work shall be in first class condition and constructed properly in accordance
with the drawings. No piping shall be buried, covered, or concealed until it has
been inspected, tested, and approved. Water for testing will be furnished by the
contractor.

PART 5 CLEAN-UP

Upon completion of the construction of the sanitary sewers, the contractor shall
remove all surplus construction materials and debris resulting from the work.

END OF SECTION

DIVISION 16 ELECTRICAL

SECTION 16.01 ELECTRICAL WORK

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE / WORK INCLUDED. Work in this section covers the requirements for a
complete electrical installation, including the furnishing of all labor, materials,
equipment, tools, transportation, storage, incidentals and superintendence
necessary to accomplish the electrical installation. The work includes, but is not
necessarily limited to, the installation of interior lighting and power system. If
anything has been omitted in any item of works usually furnished, which are
necessary for the completion of electrical works, then such items must be
included.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. REFERENCE STANDARDS. Electrical equipment, materials and

procedures shall conform to the applicable requirements of the latest edition
of the following: Underwriter’s Laboratories, (UL), National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA), National Electrical Manufacturer’s Association (NEMA)
and other related publications.

B. WORKMANSHIP. All equipment and materials shall be installed in a neat

and workmanlike manner.

C. QUALIFICATION OF INSTALLER. At least one licensed electrician, who

has been thoroughly trained and experienced in the skills required, and who
is completely familiar with the methods of installation, must be present at all
times during the installation. He shall direct all work performed under this
section.

1.3 COMPLIANCE TO APPLICABLE CODES AND REGULATIONS. All installation

procedures, materials and equipment shall comply with the following as
applicable:

A. Philippine Electrical Code.

B. National Electrical Safety Code, latest edition.
C. Power Company Regulations.
D. National Fire Protection Association
E. Bureau of Labor Standards.
F. Local laws and ordinances

1.4 REPAIRS TO DAMAGED EXISTING WORK. Any damage to

building, piping, or equipment caused by this work shall be repaired by skilled
 mechanics of the trades involved, at no additional cost to the Owner.

1.5 SUBMITTAL. The contractor shall submit for approval one sample
of each fixture, wires and wiring devices. For circuit breakers, boxes and panel
boards, catalogs or brochures may be submitted.

1.6 RECORD DRAWINGS. The Contractor shall keep a careful record

of all the changes made in the actual installation, which differs from that shown
on the Contract Drawings. Upon completion, the Contractor shall, in a neat and
accurate manner, finalize “AS BUILT” drawings on tracing paper. These
drawings shall be submitted to the Construction Architect/Engineer for approval.
After approval, they shall become the property of the Owners. The print copies
shall be duly signed and sealed by a Licensed Electrical Engineer.

PART 2 MATERIALS

2.1 LIGHTING FIXTURES AND LAMPS. The Contractor shall provide and install all
lighting fixtures of the size and type as indicated on the drawings. All fixtures
shall be wired and installed complete, including all lamps and/or tubes,
transformers, ballasts, supports, brackets, canopies, globes and other parts and
devices necessary for complete installation and operation.

2.2 FLUORESCENT FIXTURE UNIT shall be complete. The tube shall be

accessible without removing the fixture. Fixture shall be direct connected to 220
volts system as shown.

A. Ballast shall be built to the specification adopted by the certified ballasts

manufacturer’s approved by the Electrical Testing Laboratory with lowest
sound rating with UL label. Ballasts shall be 220V rapid start high power
factor series type “P” (0.95) p.f. capacitative “A” sound rating. Ballasts
manufactured by (MANUFACTURER’S NAME)are acceptable.

B. Fluorescent tubes shall be standard cool white rapid start of wattage and
quantity shown.

C. Fluorescent fixture housing shall be US gauge 22 sheet steel. Reflecting

surfaces shall have baked white; acrylic finish preceded by one coat of
baked gray primer. Acrylic shall be color stable and non-aging. Non-
reflecting surfaces shall be finished with baked light gray enamel
proceeded by one coat of dark gray primer.

D. Acrylic glasses of the size and configuration shown shall be provided.

2.3 WIRES AND CABLES for lighting, intercom, telephone, televisions and other
requirements shall be “COLUMBIA” as manufactured by ” COLUMBIA Wires and
Cables Corporation ” or approved equivalent. Sizes and type of wires shall be as
indicated, and shall pass the stringent quality requirements set by the Ministry of
International Trade and Industry of Japan and the Philippine standards.

A. All wires shall be copper, soft-drawn and annealed, shall be of ninety-eight

(98%) conductivity, shall be smooth and true and of a cylindrical form and
shall be within one percent (1%) of the actual size called for.

B. Wires or cables for lighting and power systems shall be plastic insulated
for 600 volt working pressure, type THW unless otherwise noted on plans or
specified below. All wires AWG No. 8 and larger shall be stranded copper.

C. Control leads for motors or lighting shall be type THW for lighting and
power systems. No wire smaller than No. 12 gauge or as indicated shall be
 used, except for control leads.

2.4 CONDUIT for interior systems shall be uPVC V2000 Rigid Electrical conduits
manufactured by Emerald Vinyl Corporation or approved by the Architect.

A. No conduit shall be used in any system smaller than ½-inch electric

trade sized, nor shall have more than four ninety degrees bends in any one
run. If necessary, pull boxes shall be provided as directed.

B. No wire shall be pulled into any conduit until the conduit system is
complete in all details; in the case of concealed work, until all rough
plastering or masonry has been completed; in the case of exposed work, until
the conduit has been completed in every detail.

C. The ends of all conduits shall be tightly plugged to exclude plaster,

dust and moisture while the building is in the process of construction. All
conduits shall be reamed to remove all burrs.

D. All pipes and fittings on exposed work shall be secured by means of

metal clips spaced a maximum of five feet which shall be held in place by
means of a machine screw. When running over concrete-surfaces, the
screws shall be held in place by expansion sleeves. All pipes on exposed
work shall run at right angles to and parallel with the surrounding walls and
shall conform to the form of the ceiling, no diagonal runs shall be allowed and
all ends and offsets shall be avoided as far as possible. Where necessary,
conduit fittings shall be used. Piping, in all cases shall be run perfect straight
and true, satisfactory to the Construction Architect/Engineer.

2.5 OUTLET BOXES AND FITTINGS

A. All outlets of whatever kind for all systems shall be provided with a
suitable fitting which shall be either a box or other device specially designed
to receive the type of fittings to be mounted thereon.

B. The Contractor shall consult the Construction Architect/Engineer as to the

nature of the various fittings to be used before installing his outlet fittings, to
the nature of appliance to be a finished design.

C. In the case of fixtures, their outlet fittings shall be provided with suitable
fixture supports of a size and kind required by the fixture to be hung. Fixture
studs in general shall be 3/8 inch.

D. All outlets on exposed conduit work shall be cast alloy conduit fittings of
proper type, as manufactured by (MANUFACTURER’S NAME), or approved
equal.

E. At all outlets on concealed conduit work, provide galvanized pressed steel

outlet boxes of standard make.

2.6 WALL SWITCHES. Wall switches shall be rated at 15 amperes,

250 volts, one-way, as required. The type of switch shall be tumbler operation
and the color, plating and appearance of wall plates shall be submitted prior to
the purchase of wall switches and face plates. Switches shall be as
manufactured by (MANUFACTURER’S NAME), or approved equal by the
Architect.

2.7 JUNCTION AND PULL BOXES. Junction and pull boxes, of code
gauge steel, shall be provided for facilitating the pulling of wires and cables.
Pull boxes in finished places shall be located installed with the permission and
to the satisfaction of the Construction Architect/Engineer.
 2.8 WALL RECEPTACLES. Receptacle outlets shall be for flush
mounting duplex rated at 15 amp., 250 volts, parallel slots with grounding slot.
Type and color of receptacle outlet plates shall be as selected by the Architect
and appropriate samples of outlets and plates shall be submitted prior to
purchase of devices.

2.9 CIRCUIT BREAKERS shall consist of a quick-make, quick break

type entirely trip-free operating mechanism, with contacts arc interrupter, and
thermal-magnetic trip unit for each pole, all enclosed in a molded-phenolic case.
The thermal magnetic trip unit shall provide time-delayed overload protection
and instantaneous short circuit protection, and in case of overload or short
circuit in any one pole. Circuit breaker shall be trip indicating, with the tripped
position of breaker handle midway between “ON” and “OFF” positions. Circuit
breakers shall be (PRODUCT). All circuit breakers rated above 225 amperes
shall have interchangeable trip units.

2.10 PANELS AND CABINETS

A. Standard panels and cabinets, as far as possible, shall be dead

front construction furnished with trims for flush mounting as required.
Cabinets shall be code gage steel with gutters at least 4-inch wide and wider
if necessary. The trim for all panels shall be finished in gray enamel over a
rust inhibitor. Panels and cabinets shall be as manufactured by
(MANUFACTURER’S NAME). Manufacturer’s shop drawings in triplicate shall
be submitted.

B. 220- volt lighting panels shall be equipped with 20A circuit breakers
in the branch circuits and a three-pole circuit breaker in the main unless
noted otherwise on plans. As indicated on plans the panels shall be
assembled in two or more selection if over 20 two-pole circuits or 40 one pole
circuits. Circuit breakers shall be (MANUFACTURER’S NAME).

C. Distribution panels shall be of same type as lighting panels except

equipped with one-pole, two-pole and three-pole circuit breakers (PRODUCT)
frame up of sizes called for on plans.

PART 3 LOCATION OF WIRING AND OUTLETS

3.1 It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to study all pertinent

drawings and obtain precise information as to the exact location of all outlets,
apparatus, appliances, and wiring to be installed. It shall be understood that any
outlet may be relocated on a distance not exceeding 15 feet from the location
shown on the drawings. Contractor shall make any necessary adjustment of his
work to fit conditions for recessed fixtures and for outlets occurring in glazed
tile, block, terra cotta, marble, wood paneling, or other special finish materials in
order that all boxes may register flush with finish and shall be centered properly.
In centering outlets, due allowance shall be made for overhead piping, ducts,
window, and door trim, variations in thickness of plastering, etc., as erected,
regardless of conditions which may be otherwise shown on small scale
drawings. Outlets incorrectly located shall be properly relocated at the
Contractor’s expense. Local switches near doors shall be located at the stride
side of the door.
3.2 The center of wall outlets, socket-outlets, switches, telephone
outlets, pilot lights, indicating lights and clock outlets shall be installed at heights
above finished floor as indicated on the drawings. Where mounting heights are
indicated on the Electrical Drawings, they shall be verified with Architect’s
 drawings before installation.

PART 4 INSTALLATION

4.1 CONDUIT INSTALLATION

A. Conduit installation shall be made with rigid metal conduit and
fittings, electrical metallic tubing, or nonmetallic conduit. Electrical metallic
tubing shall not be installed underground, encased in concrete or used in
outdoor work. Rigid metal conduit installed underground shall be encased in
concrete or covered with a protective coating.

B. Exposed conduit shall be installed parallel with or at right angles to

the building walls and ceilings and shall be supported by pipe straps, wall
brackets, hangers or ceiling trapeze. Fastenings shall be by wood screws on
wood; by toggle bolts on hollow masonry units; by concrete inserts, or
expansion bolts on concrete or brick; by machine screws, welded threaded
studs, or spring tension clamps on steel work. Threaded studs driven in by a
powder charge and provided with lock washers and nuts may be used in lieu
of expansion bolts or machine or wood screws. Threaded C-clamps may be
used on rigid steel conduit only. The load applied to fasteners shall not
exceed 1/4 of the proof test load. Fasteners attached to concrete ceilings
shall be vibration and shock resistant. Holes cut to a depth of more than 1/2
inches in reinforced concrete beams or to a depth of more than 3/4 inch in
concrete joints shall not cut the main reinforcing bars. Holes not used shall
be filled. In partitions of light steel construction, sheet-metal screws shall be
used. In suspending-ceiling construction, conduit shall be run above the
ceiling and only lighting system branch circuit raceways shall be fastened to
the ceiling supports. Spring steel fasteners may be used for lighting branch
circuit raceway supports in suspended ceilings in dry locations. Conduits
shall be fastened to all sheet metal boxes and cabinets with two lock nuts
where required by the National Electrical Code, where insulated bushings are
used and where bushings cannot be brought into firm contact with the box.
Locknuts shall be the type with sharp edges for digging into the wall of metal
enclosures. Bushings shall be installed on the ends of all conduits and shall
be of the insulating type where required by the National Electrical Code.
(Exposed risers in wire shafts of multi-story buildings shall be supported by
U-clamp hangers at each floor level and at intervals not to exceed 10 feet.
Fittings for steel conduit and electrical metallic tubing shall be iron or steel
only.)

C. Conduit installed in concrete floor slabs shall be located so as not to

affect the structural strength of the slabs. Conduit shall be installed within
the middle one-third of the concrete slab except where necessary to not
disturb the reinforcement. Outside diameter of conduit shall not exceed one-
third of the slab thickness and conduits shall be spaced not closer than three
diameters except at cabinet locations. Curved portions of bends shall not be
visible above the finish slab. Slab thickness shall be increased as necessary
to provide a minimum one inch cover over conduit. Where embedded
conduits cross expansion joints, suitable water tight expansion fittings and
bonding jumpers shall be provided. Conduit larger than one inch trade size
shall be parallel with or at right angles to the main reinforcement: when at
right angles to the reinforcement, the conduit shall be close to one of the
supports of the slab.

D. Conduits installed in contact with earth shall be rigid steel. Rigid

steel conduits shall be encased in concrete. Zinc coating may be omitted
from steel conduit, which has a factory-applied epoxy coating. Field made
joints, fittings, abrasions, imperfections shall be coated with material
equivalent to the above.
4.2 Changes in direction or runs shall be made with symmetrical bends or
cast-metal fittings. Field made bends and of offset shall be made with a hickey
or conduit-bending machine. Crushed or deformed raceways shall not be
installed. Trapped raceways in damp or wet locations shall be avoided. Plaster
dirt or trash shall be prevented from lodging in raceways, boxes, fittings and
equipment during construction. Clogged raceways shall be freed o all
obstructions.

4.3 BOXES, OUTLETS AND SUPPORT

A. Boxes shall be in the wiring or raceway systems wherever required for

pulling of wires, making connections and mounting of devices or fixtures.
Boxes shall be sheet steel. Each box shall have the volume required by the
National Electrical Code for the number of conductors enclosed in the box.
Boxes for mounting lighting fixtures shall be not less than 4 inches except
that smaller boxes may be installed as required by fixture configuration as
approved. Boxes installed for concealed wiring shall be provided with
suitable extension rings or plaster covers, as required. Boxes for use in
masonry block or tile walls shall be square cornered tile type, or standard
boxes having square-cornered tile-type covers. Cast metal boxes installed in
wet locations and boxes installed flush with the outside of exterior surfaces
shall be gasketed. Separate boxes shall be provided for flush or recessed
fixture when required by the fixture terminal operating temperature and
fixtures shall be readily removable for access to the boxes unless ceiling
access panels are provided. Boxes and pendants for surface-mounted
fixtures or suspended ceilings shall be supported independently of the ceiling
supports, or adequate provisions shall be made for distributing the load over
the ceiling support members in an approved manner. Boxes and supports
shall be fastened to wood with wood screws or screw-type nails of equal
holding strength, with bolts and expansion shields on concrete or brick, with
toggle bolts on hollow masonry units, and with machine screws or welded
studs on steel work. Threaded studs driven in by powder charge and
provided with lock washers and nuts, or nail-type nylon anchors may be used
in lieu of wood screws, expansion shields, or machine screws. In open
overhead spaces, cast boxes threaded to raceways need not be separately
supported except where used for fixture support; cast metal boxes having
threadless connectors and sheet metal boxes shall be supported directly from
the building structure or by bar hangers. Where bar hangers are used, the
bar shall be attached to raceway, which shall be supported with an approved
type fastener not more than 24 inches from the box. Penetration into
reinforced concrete members shall avoid cutting any reinforcing steel.

B. Pull boxes of not less than the minimum size required by the Philippine
Electrical Code shall be constructed of code gage galvanized sheet steel.
Boxes shall be furnished with screw-fastened covers. Where several feeders
through a common pull box, the feeders shall be tagged to indicate clearly
the electrical characteristics, circuit number, and panel designation.

C. Conduit stubbed up through concrete floors for connections to free

standing equipment shall be provided with a short elbow and an adjustable
brass tap or coupling brass or bronze threaded inside for plugs, set flush with
the finished floor. Wiring shall be extended in rigid threaded conduit to
equipment, except that where required, flexible conduit may be used 6 inches
above the floor. Screw driver-operated threaded flush plugs shall be installed
in conduit from which no equipment connections are made.

4.4 DEVICE PLATES OF THE ONE-PIECE TYPE shall be provided for all
outlets and fittings to suit the devices installed. Plates on unfinished walls and
on fittings shall be of zinc-coated sheet or cast metal having rounded or beveled
 edges. Plates on finished walls shall be of steel with ivory baked-enamel finish.
Screws shall be of metal with countersunk heads, in a color to match the finish
of the plate. Plate shall be installed with all four edges in continuous contact
with finished wall surfaces without the use of mats or similar devices. Plaster
filling will not be permitted. Plates shall be installed with an alignment tolerance
of 1/6 inch. The use of sectional type device plates will not be permitted. Plates
installed in wet locations shall be gasketed. Device plates for telephone and
inter-communication outlets shall have a 3/8 inch bushed opening in center.

4.5 RECEPTACLES. Single and duplex receptacles shall be rated 2-pole, 3-

wire grounding type, 15 amperes, 240 volts. Body shall be ivory molded
phenolic compound supported on a metal mounting strap. Receptacles shall be
side and back-wired with screw type terminals. Exposed metal parts shall be
corrosion resistant. The ground pole shall be connected to the mounting strap.
Special purpose receptacles shall be rated as indicated.
4.6 TOGGLE SWITCHES shall be totally enclosed with bodies of molded
compound and a mounting strap. Handles shall be ivory. Wiring terminals shall
be of the screw type, back or side wired. Switches shall be rated quiet type. AC
only, 15 ampere, 250 volt. Switches shall be single poles unless otherwise
indicated.

4.7 PANELBOARDS. Lighting and appliance branch-circuit panelboards shall

be circuit equipped, Type I, Class I. Circuit breakers shall be the rating, class
painted.

4.8 GROUNDING AND BONDING. All exposed non-current-carrying metallic

parts of electrical equipment, metallic raceway systems, grounding conductor
and neutral conductor of wiring systems shall be grounded. The ground
connection shall be made at the main service equipment and shall be made to
driven rods on the exterior of the building or to the point of entrance of the
metallic water service. Connections to flanged pipes shall be made to the street
side of the flanged connection. No connections shall be made to water pipes
coated with insulating materials.

4.9 RECESSED FLUORESCENT FIXTURES. Fixtures shall be installed in

suspended ceiling opening as indicated. These fixtures shall have adjustable
fittings to permit alignment with ceiling panels. Fixtures installed in fire-resistive
type of suspended ceiling construction shall be provided with fireproofing boxes
having materials of the same fire rating as the ceiling panels, in conformance
with the Building Materials List of Underwriter’s Laboratories, Inc.

4.10 FLEXIBLE CONNECTIONS of the short length shall be provided for

equipment subject to vibration, noise transmission, or movement and for all
motors. Liquid-tight flexible connections shall be provided as required.

4.11 EQUIPMENT CONNECTIONS. All wiring for the connection of motors and
control equipment shall be furnished and installed under this section of the
specification, except as otherwise specifically noted or specified. Automatic-
control wiring, signaling, and protective devices are not included in this section,
but shall be furnished and installed under other sections of the specifications.
Control wiring not shown on the electrical drawings shall be furnished.

PART 5 TESTS

5.1 All wiring shall be tested for circuit continuity to assure that the wiring
system is free of short circuit, accidental grounding or other defects prior to
normal system operation. Tests shall be performed after all wiring is completed,
and again after fixtures and equipment are connected and ready for use.

5.2 After the Contractor has assured himself that the wiring systems are free
of faults, the Contractor shall then energize the systems from their normal power
sources and confirm that all systems are operational as required by the contract
documents, prior to final inspection.

END OF SECTION