This document contains electrical specifications for a proposed commercial development in Mussafah, Abu Dhabi for Mr. Ali Saleh T. Nasser Al Neyadi. It includes specifications for electrical works covering main boards, distribution boards, trunking, feeders, lighting and power installations, telephone systems, and more. The contractor must provide all labor, materials and equipment to install, test and commission the electrical systems according to the specifications and drawings while meeting all relevant regulations.
This document contains electrical specifications for a proposed commercial development in Mussafah, Abu Dhabi for Mr. Ali Saleh T. Nasser Al Neyadi. It includes specifications for electrical works covering main boards, distribution boards, trunking, feeders, lighting and power installations, telephone systems, and more. The contractor must provide all labor, materials and equipment to install, test and commission the electrical systems according to the specifications and drawings while meeting all relevant regulations.
This document contains electrical specifications for a proposed commercial development in Mussafah, Abu Dhabi for Mr. Ali Saleh T. Nasser Al Neyadi. It includes specifications for electrical works covering main boards, distribution boards, trunking, feeders, lighting and power installations, telephone systems, and more. The contractor must provide all labor, materials and equipment to install, test and commission the electrical systems according to the specifications and drawings while meeting all relevant regulations.
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2. EARTHING SYSTEM 7
3. LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEM 9
4 TELEPHONE WIRING SYSTEM 1
5. CALL BELL SYSTEM 3
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1.0 GENERAL 1.02 SCOPE OF WORK 1.03 GEN. CONDITIONS AND REGULATIONS 1.04 OPERATING CONDITIONS 1.05 DESIGN CONDITIONS 1.06 STANDARDS 1.07 SAMPLES 1.08 NAME PLATES AND CHARTS 1.09 AS FITTED DRAWINGS 1.10 RECORD DRAWINGS AND OPERATING MANUALS 1.11 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 1.12 NOTICES 1.13 LABELS AND IDENTIFICATION MARKS 1.14 SITE TESTS 1.15 POWER SUPPLY TO A.C., MECH. AND SPECIAL EQUIPMENT 1.16 APPROVAL OF DRAWINGS AND DIAGRAMS 1.17 DRAWINGS AND SAMPLES 1.18 MAIN L.V. DISTRIBUTION PANEL BOARDS 1.19 DISTRIBUTION BOARDS 1.20 LOAD CENTERS 1.21 AUTO CHANGE OVER CONTRACTORS 1.22 MOTOR CONTROL CENTRES 1.23 SUB MAIN DISTRIBUTION BOARDS 1.24 AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH ATS 1.25 AUTOMATIC POWER FACTOR CORRECTION CAPACITOR BANK 1.26 BUS WAY HOUSING 1.27 TRUNKING 1.28 FEEDERS 1.29 CONDUIT BOXES 1.30 LIGHTING & POWER INSTALLATIONS 1.31 TELEPHONE SYSTEM 1.32 SATELLITE SMATV SYTEM 1.33 LIGHTING INSTALLATION AND FITTINGS 1.34 LAMPS 1.35 POWER INTAKES 1.36 VIDEO INTERCOM 1.37 CAR ENTRANCE / EXIT BARRIERS 1.38 GENERATING SYSTEM 1.39 ELECTRIC MOTORS & MOTOR STARTERS
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1.01 GENERAL
The information supplied in this Specification is to assist the Contractor in understanding the scope of the Electrical Work, materials, equipment or services and those not specifically mentioned in this section but mentioned or implied in other sections of these specifications or elsewhere or indicated on the drawings have also to be included in the Contractors price.
In addition to the following, the Contractor has to satisfy all the Conditions, Specifications and Requirements of ADDC.
1.02 SCOPE OF WORK
The Contractor shall furnish all labour, materials, equipment, tools, services, temporary works and storage necessary to completely supply, install, test, run, handover in a good working condition, and maintain during the guarantee period the following electrical system as detailed on the drawings.
- Main Boards, Sub Main Distribution Board (SMDB) and secondary distribution boards (DB). - Trunking - All feeders from MDB to the DBs and electrical equipment. - All conduits, boxes, etc. related to electrical installations specified hereafter. - Lighting & power installations, including power for all other trades. - Empty conduits, trunking, boxes and accessories required for the telephone system in coordination with the Abu Dhabi Telephone Authority. - Mounting height. - Light Fittings and fixtures - Main earthing of the building. - All works related to main power intakes in coordination with Abu Dhabi Water and Electricity Department (W.E.D.) - Intercom system - M.A.T.V. system - Fire alarm & Fire Detection System - Electrical Motors and Motor Starters.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 4 of 60 1.03 GENERAL CONDITIONS AND REGULATIONS
All electrical work shall be carried out in a neat workmanlike and efficient manner to fulfill the true meaning and intent of the Specifications and drawings.
All electrical work shall be carried out in accordance with the latest issue of the Regulations published by the Government of Abu Dhabi, Department of Water and Electricity and latest edition and Rules and Regulations for buildings by the Institution of electrical Engineers (I.E.E.), London.
All equipment and materials shall be in accordance with the latest recommendations of the U.A.E. Regulations or B.S.S.
All equipment, including circuit breakers, relays, cables, etc. shall be designed for or be rated for a continuous services under high humidity and ambient temperature of 50 Deg. C.
1.04 OPERATING CONDITIONS
The declared supply system of the local Supply Authority is 415/240 Volts, 3- phase, 4-wire, 50 Hertz.
All electrical equipment shall be good for operation at a variation of plus or minus 5% on voltage and plus or 2% on frequency.
1.05 DESIGN CONDITIONS
All equipment shall be of the latest model; shall be designed to be suitable for the climatic conditions (humidity, temperature, etc) at the site and shall be rated for continuous duty.
1.06 STANDARDS
All works under the contract shall be executed to conform to the best principles of modern practice and shall generally be in accordance with the 15th. edition, inclusive latest amendments, of the Regulations for the Electrical Equipment of Buildings issued by the Institution of Electrical Engineer, U.K., but shall in no way conflict with current rules, recommendations, regulations and requirements of the Water & Electricity Department of Abu Dhabi.
1.07 SAMPLES The Contractor shall submit of all materials and fittings to the Engineer and obtain his approval in writing before commencing any part of the works.
All materials shall manufactured by approved manufacturers.
1.08 NAME PLATES AND CHARTS All equipment shall be identified by a permanently attached nameplate indicating the manufacturer, rated capacity, temperature and other limitations in Arabic and English. All distribution boards shall have lettered charts inside the cover to show the services of every circuit breaker.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 5 of 60 1.09 AS FITTED DRAWINGS During the course of the works the Contractor shall maintain a fully detailed record of all changes to the tender drawings so as to ensure easy and accurate preparation of all the drawings as a true record of the actual installation.
The drawings shall show the complete electrical installation of all the works within and external to the buildings, etc. including the sizes and runs of all cables, the precise locations of all cables which may be buried within the structure and those of any external cables which are buried directly in the ground. The location and depth of all underground cables at the various entry points shall also be clearly indicated.
1.10 RECORD DRAWINGS AND OPERATING MANUALS Before acceptance of the works by the Engineer, the Contractor shall be required to demonstrate and explain to the clients staff, the operation of all the electrical installations, and also the method of starting, running and stopping of all mechanical plant, and the correct method of operating P.A. Equipment, Fire Alarm Systems, etc.
Within one month of the completion of the installation, the Contractor shall provide complete sets of record, drawings and operating manuals as follows:
a) General arrangement of all services as fitted to a scale of not less than 1:100 metric. b) Details of all items of plant and equipment including name and address of the respective manufacturer, type and model, serial number, duty, rating and any other pertinent information. c) Single line schematic drawings to a scale not less thank 1:100, indicating position of all distribution boards, switches, etc. together with relevant notes describing their purposes.
The Contractor shall submit to the Engineer one complete set of all record drawings and manuals for his study and approval. After obtaining approval in writing, the Contractor shall provide one negative and two black and white prints of each drawing together with tow bound sets of all manuals and operating instructions tothe Engineer for issuing to the Client.
1.11 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
The Contractor shall be required to provide maintenance, servicing and replacement of all defective parts during the maintenance guarantee period from the date of acceptance tests carried out by the Engineer.
1.12 NOTICES
In each L.V. Switch Room the following Notices relating to important instructions and information shall be provided and hung in a conspicuous place:
a) The instruction for the treatment of electric shock, in Arabic and in English language, enameled on steel frame and screwed to the switch room wall.
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1.13 LABELS AND IDENTIFICATIONS
All equipment and apparatus shall permanently with the Manufacturers name, and shall also be identified by engraved Traffelyte labels to indicate the services controlled or to identify individual apparatus or equipment. Labels shall be securely fixed to the front over of equipment in an approved manner.
1.14 SITE TESTS
The Contractor shall carry out the electrical tests on all sections of the works in the presence of the Engineer and the representative of the Water & Electricity Department.
The Contractor shall submit to the Engineer for approval the results of all tests on completion two copies of test certificates forms as prescribed by Water & Electricity Department.
The tests shall include the following:
a) Continuity tests, for wire and cables. b) Insulation resistance tests, phase and phase to earth on all circuits and equipment, using 1000 volts megger. The megger reading shall not be less than those specified in the British I.E.E. regulations and local authority requirements. c) Operational tests of the equipment and systems. d) Operating of all and power circuits with load balancing.
All the above mentioned tests shall be carried out by the Contractor and any damage resulting from the tests shall be repaired and/or damaged material replaced all to the entire satisfaction of the Engineer and at the Contractors own expense.
10.15 POWER SUPPLY TO AIR CONDITIONING, MECHANICAL AND OTHER SPECIAL EQUIPMENT
The Contractor shall supply power as required to all equipment and provide isolators, whether shown on the drawings or not. The Contractor shall ensure close liaison between trades in respect of the wiring for the interconnection of motor control boards or isolators to the various items of equipment and controls and the motor control boards.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 7 of 60 1.16 APPROVAL OF DRAWINGS AND DIAGRAMS The drawings supplied with the tender show the location of lighting fittings, sockets, switches, apparatus, etc. only they are approximate. The Contractor shall be responsible for the exact locations and to watch and fit the Architecture, other services and requirements.
Within 45 days from the date of signing the Contract, the Contractor shall prepare necessary electrical switchgear diagram, load schedules, etc., in accordance with the Rules and Regulations of Local Authority and submit 5 sets of drawings to the Engineer for obtaining approval.
The Contractor shall be responsible for any discrepancies, error or omissions in the drawings and other particulars have been approved or not by the Engineer.
1.17 DRAWINGS AND SAMPLES
1.17.1 General
This section should include for all drawings, information, progress charts and samples which must be Specifications and as requested by the Engineer. The progress charts to be submitted for this section shall be closely coordinated with other progress charts for works.
1.17.2 Architects Drawings The Architects drawings issued with these Specifications indicate the approximate locations of all electrical equipment and accessories. Exact locations shall be shown in the drawings to be submitted by the Contractor for the Engineers approval.
Wiring layouts and circuit routings shall also be shown on the shop drawings.
The Contractor shall check all architectural, structural, plumbing, air conditioning and ventilating drawings to avert any possible installation conflicts and secure the Engineers approval for any necessary adjustments.
1.17.3 Shop Drawings
The Contractor shall prepare and submit detailed shop drawings for all equipment, services distribution cables, wires and circuit routing.
The work described on any shop drawing submitted shall be carefully checked by the Contractor for all clearance, field conditions, maintenance of architectural conditions and proper coordination of all trades on the works.
No payment shall be made for any variations or alteration on site due to lack of knowledge of other trades. Any unresolved conflict between trades shall refer to the Engineer for decision.
Equipment layout is to be detailed on the drawings showing the exact method of installation and clearly illustrating components to be used in making all connections. Drawings for Electric Room, M.D.Bs and M.C.C.Bs shall be submitted to a scale of 1:5 showing exact location, feeder cables, space required for same, trunking connections, etc. Details of supports, floor-ducts and cable connection shall be to a scale 1:10.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 8 of 60 Drawings for feeder cables and circuits must indicate the exact location of junction and outlet boxes, exact routing of conduits and trunkings, exact sizes of conduits and trunking to be used in each location, number and sizes of cables and wires, etc.
Separate drawings shall be submitted showing all details of telephone, bell fire, alarm and earthing systems.
The Contractor shall prepare schedules and drawings showing precise details of all electric works to be submitted, after the Engineers approval, to the Local Water and Electricity Department for final approval.
1.17.4 Manufacturers Data and Samples
Manufacturers performance date, drawings, curves, names, sizes catalogue numbers giving full information as to capacity, dimensions, materials, and the adequacy of the equipment and the material and/or samples should be submitted to the Engineer for approval. Orders of equipment and the materials submitted for approval should be accompanied by relevant data, drawings and samples.
1.18 MAIN L.V. DISTRIBUTION PANEL BOARDS
Main Distribution Board to be franchised approved locally assembled panels including the enclosures.
The Contractor shall supply, install, test, connect and commission in the approximate locations indicated on the drawings, Main low voltage distribution panel board, designated MPB, comprising components all in accordance with the requirements of these specifications and as detailed in the distribution schematic drawings.
1.18.1.1 General
The Switchboard consists of one or more vertical section joined together to form a free standing publicized rigid, floor fixing assembly which is extendable at either end.
Each vertical section has built in rollers for easy section aligning and jointing. Design and construction of the switchboard is in accordance with BS-5486 part 1, form 4b type 6.
1.18.2 Enclosures
The switchboard components are housed in a cubicle construction, front access. Constructed from formed and bolted 2mm zinc coated mild steel and finished blue grey epoxy powder coating. The cubicle protection standard is BS 4752 1971 IP-42.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 9 of 60 1.18.3 Busbars
Bus bars are hard drawn copper bar throughout and fully fault braced and ASTA certified to withstand thermal and mechanical stresses arising from a maximum fault level of 50 KA RMS symmetrical for 3 seconds, 80KA for 1 second.
The main busbars are fully rated. The main neutral bar is 100% rating and a separate continuous earth bar rated at 25% of the main busbar rating.
Bracing is achieved by means of injection moulded glass filled polyester insulation, high tensile bolts and Belleville washers. Busbar jointing is achieved by single or double bolt per phase and Belleville washers to give consistent torque per joint. All bars are phase taped where necessary for identification.
1.18.4 Glanding Arrangements
All bottom plates of the switchgear will comprise a vermin barrier plate and centre aluminum gland plate, for single core cables will be provided.
1.18.5 Incoming Sections
Main incoming sections will be provided for top or bottom cable entry and equipped within main ACBs.
1.18.6 Air Circuit Breakers
Air circuit breakers will be as follows:
3 pole, manula /draw out complying with BS 4752/IEC-157 part 1 P1 and P2 duty. ACBs will have a P2 rating minimum of 50 KA.
1.18.7 Bus Coupling Sections
Bus coupling sections will be provided on their own incoming sections. They will comprise individually mounted ACBs, 3 pole with solid neutral links.
1.18.8 MCCB Branch Feeder Section
The branch feeder section will accommodate plug-in MCCBs up to 125OA TP.
Branch circuits above 125OA will comprise individually / dual mounted circuit breaker in a single section.
All ratings of MCCBs at 415/240V 50 Hz to BS 4752/IEC-157 part 1 P1 duty.
1.19 DISTRIBUTION BOARDS
Distribution Boards will consist of 2mm zinc coated sheet steel finished in epoxy powder coating. The design and construction of the cubicle conforms to BS-5486, part 1, 1986 form 3. The cubicle protection standard shall be BS 5490, 1971, IP31.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 10 of 60 Busbar structure onto which can be plugged the MCCBs. Spare ways on the vertical stack will be fitted with SP or TP removable blank plates to ensure dead front operation.
Each board shall be equipped with solid removable 50% neutral links for isolation and 25% earth bar assembly.
All MMCBs will be mounted behind a dead front cover to shroud all live parts. Cubicle covers shall be fitted with a hinged door which when closed is secured by two thumb screws. The cabling well at the side of each panel will be provided with a separate cover.
Distribution Boards will be of the wall or wall/floor mounting type. All cubicles will be completed with top and bottom, and wall gland plates, which will be easily removable and suitable for bottom cable entry and top or bottom cable exit.
All ratings of MCCBs at 415/240 volts 50Hz to BS-4752/IEC-157-1 part 1 P1 duty.
The integral short circuit rating of the boards will be equal to the lowest short circuit rating of the feeder MCCB fitted.
A full directory frame will be fixed to the inside of the hinged door.
1.20 SHEET STEEL LOAD CENTRES
MCB Load Centers will consist of zinc coated sheet steel finished epoxy powder coating. The design and construction of the enclosure will conform to BS 5486 part 12 1986. The cubicle protection standards will be BS 4752, 1971, IP31.
The load centre will feature a tin plated copper 3 pole busbar mounted on insulators adhered to the back of the load centre box. The load centres will be of the multi-pole type enabling busbar plug-in clips to accept SP, DP and TP MCBs in any position or phrase connection. The MCBs will plug onto the vertical busbars thus facilitating easy re-arrangement or addition of circuit at a later stage.
Each load centre will be fitted with main incoming TP, main breaker or residual current device. Also fitted will be sub fed fully rated neutral bar and suitable earth bar.
The load centre will have a flush front lid with integral hinged door and thumb screw door catch. A full directory frame will be fixed to the inside of the hinged door.
All MCBs will be available in SP, DP and TP plug-in arrangement, M6 and M9 rated to BS-3871 part 1, 1965 instantaneous trip types 2 & 3.
MCB plastic blanking shrouds will be fitted to shroud live busbars on unused spaces. MCB plastic blanking plates will be fitted to all vacant positions in the cover to maintain a dead front operation. PRPOSED COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT FOR MR. ALI SALEH. T. NASSER AL NEYADI ME-9 PLOT C-128 MUSSAFAH- ABU DHABI, U.A.E FILE NO. 1074
1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 11 of 60 1.21 AUTO CHANGE OVER CONTACTORS The emergency generator set will start automatically if the voltage of the normal supply to the emergency switchboard EMDB remains below an adjustable level for an adjustable period of time. As soon as the rated voltage and frequency are available on the emergency generator, the change over contractors shall transfer the emergency switchboard from normal supply to the emergency generator.
It shall be possible to operate the set manually for testing and normal operation purposes.
The Contractors shall be mechanically and electrically interlocked and all equipment shall be incorporated in the EMDB switchboard.
1.22 MOTOR CONTROL CENTRES
Motor Control Centres to be franchised approved locally assembled panels including the enclosures
GENERAL
The Contractor shall supply and install the motor control centre(s) as shown on the Drawings and as herein specified.
Busbars shall comply with BS EN 60439-2.
PRODUCTS
Enclosure and General Requirement
Motor control centre shall consist of enclosed cabinet type structure with components as specified hereinafter, free standing on channel front sills with sections bolted together to make up the centre. Motor control centre shall be of Form 4 standard as per the IEC relevant regulations unless otherwise indicated.
Outline dimensions of motor control centre and arrangement of compartments shall be approximately as indicated on the Drawings.
Enclosures for the motor control centre shall be general purpose gasketed type to IP55 unless otherwise indicated on the Drawings. Self adhesive IP 55 labels shall be provided on IP 55 rated panels.
Incoming power feeder shall be cable entering at the top or bottom as applicable and shall terminate on main lugs or main protective device in accordance with the Drawings.
Ample space shall be provided for system control and operation sequence devices, etc. specified under the Mechanical Sec-ion. These devices will be supplied, installed and wired in the Motor Control Centre under the Mechanical Section.
Where motor control centres are controlled/monitored by Building Management System (BMS), reference shall be made to BMS narratives and specifications.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 12 of 60 Vertical Sections
Vertical sections shall be totally enclosed, dead front and back reinforced, welded and bolted to be self supporting and free standing without need of covers and doors for alignment and rigidity. All bolted connections shall have lock washers or equivalent. The assembly shall include horizontal and vertical buses, wire ways and units as herein specified. Each end shall be designed to readily allow future additions. All external welds shall be sanded smooth. Each vertical section shall be com-posed of fixed units.
Buses
The top of each section shall contain three main horizontal copper bus bars, which shall run, continuously through the motor control centre from section to section. Provisions shall be made for easy additions and connections to adjacent sections. The buses shall be braced for an RMS symmetrical short circuit current of the values shown on the Drawings.
Each section shall contain four vertical bus bars running the full working heights of the section and connected to the horizontal main bus bars.
Wire way compartments for horizontal wiring shall be provided at the top and bottom of the control centre. A vertical wiring compartment shall be designed so as to allow installation wiring to the units with the unit doors open but with the unit in place.
Earthing bus shall be sized in accordance with the BS standards, but shall not be less than half the size of the phase sections. Grounding (earthing) bus shall extend through the entire length of the assembly.
Oversize holes shall not be used for bus connections. Holes shall not be more than 1.5mm over the nominal diameter of the bolt. Slotted holes shall be kept to a minimum. No more than one slotted hole shall be used in a connection.
All bolted connections shall be capable of being tightened from the front, and shall be silver plated to a thickness of not less than 1.5mm.
All bolted connections shall be fastened by lock washers, lock-nuts, or equivalent. Heavy standard size flat washers shall be used on each side of the connection, unless other means of providing wide contact pressure area are used.
All bolts and related hardware shall be heavy plated cadmium or hot-dipped galvanized steel, or equal.
Isolation barriers shall be provided between the horizontal bus and front horizontal wire ways.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 13 of 60 Barriers shall effectively protect the buses from contact with any object in, or falling from the wire ways.
Vertical barriers shall be provided with readily removable solids, plates or plugs over stab contact openings to allow addition or rearrangement of units.
Unit Compartment
Each unit compartment shall be provided with an individual front door. Starters and feeder-unit doors shall be inter-locked mechanically with unit disconnect device to prevent un-intentional opening of the door while energized and unintentional application of power while door is open. Means shall be provided for releasing the interlock for intentional access to the interior at any time and intentional application of power if desired, while door is open. Padlocking arrangement shall permit locking the disconnect device with door close or open.
Components of each module shall have individual printed label identifying size, voltage, ampere rating, etc. Starter wiring diagram and overload thermal cut-out device installation instruction shall be attached to each starter.
Unit Components
The starter units shall be of the combination type consisting of components as shown on the Drawings.
The motor horsepower indicated on the Drawings may not be the same as those supplied. If larger motors are supplied, components, cable and conduits of larger capacity may be necessary and if so they shall be provided.
Starter units shall be provided with 2 pilot lights for trip-ping and running conditions.
Motor Starters
Motor starters shall be furnished where indicated on the motor control centre schedules.
Starters in the motor control centre(s) shall be part of combination starters as shown on Drawings.
Starters shall be as elsewhere specified under "MOTORS & STARTERS".
Breakers
Circuit breakers shall be thermal magnetic, moulded case bolt-on type furnished where indicated on the Drawings. Breakers shall provide thermal inverse time- limit overload and fixed magnetic instantaneous short-circuit protection and shall be as elsewhere specified under "Main and Sub-Main Distribution Boards". PRPOSED COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT FOR MR. ALI SALEH. T. NASSER AL NEYADI ME-9 PLOT C-128 MUSSAFAH- ABU DHABI, U.A.E FILE NO. 1074
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Breakers shall be ambient compensated type with a built in compensator to carry rated load at 50C.
Earth leakage relays shall be provided where so indicated on the drawings and shall be shunt tripped with the relevant protective device.
Circuit breakers shall have frame sizes with short circuit interrupting ratings at least equal to the short circuit bracing of the motor control centre bus bars.
Current Limiter Breakers
Current limiter breakers shall incorporate a slot motor, providing contact opening and arc extinguishing in less than 25 cycles. These breakers shall provide protection to all downstream circuit breakers at the available short circuit levels.
Breakers shall in other respects be similar to moulded case circuit breakers as described hereinbefore.
Terminal Blocks
Terminal blocks shall be installed and internally connected by the manufacturer, for all internal and external wire number. Each terminal point shall have a large marking area or to be equipped with two marking areas.
In addition, with each group of terminals per unit, a minimum of 20 percent unconnected extra non-load terminals, but not less than one, shall be provided for the Contractor's external connections.
Current, Potential & Control Power Transformers.
Current, potential and control power transformers shall be in-stalled as indicated on the Drawings or as needed. They shall be designed for 600 volt service. They shall have adequate thermal capacity and mechanical strength to match the short circuit capacity of the motor control centre.
Potential transformers primaries and secondary shall be protected by fuses. Primary fuses shall be current limiting. Instruments
Instruments such as ammeters, voltmeters, etc. shall be approximately 9 cm square; semi flush mounted, and shall be ac-curate within one percent of full scale. Scale shall be 250 degrees and selected so that normal voltage or full-load current shall indicate at approximately 70 percent of scale reading.
Test blocks and plugs for testing all instruments and instrument transformers shall be provided.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 15 of 60 Instruments shall generally be in accordance with the particular specifications under Sub-Section "Instruments and Metering" of these Specifications.
Selector Switches Selector switches for use in instrument and control circuits shall be of the rotary type with a rectangular escutcheon. The operating handle shall be of the round knurled or notched type for voltage and current.
EXECUTION
Nameplates and Indicating Lamps Nameplates shall be provided on and in the motor control centre as specified below. All nameplates shall be fixed with adhesives.
The top wiring space and each unit door shall be provided with laminated plastic nameplate engraved white on black background in English and Arabic.
All starter control wiring schematic diagrams shall be provided at the back of the unit doors.
Manufacturer's nameplate on the front of the control centre shall be provided. Manufacturer's identification on each draw out unit shall also be provided.
Indicating lamps shall be of low voltage (6V) type with built in transformer.
Lamp test facility shall be provided on one front panel, to enable verifying the status of indicating lamps.
Finish
All steel, other than some interior components which are made corrosion resistant by galvanizing or plating shall be thoroughly cleaned, treated with rust inhibiting primer and baked enamel finished in an acceptable colour.
Miscellaneous Devices such as Hand-Off-Auto selector switches, automatic electric alternator, etc. shall be provided as specified under other sections.
If the motor control centre is for the chilled water pumps, it shall incorporate the following items:
Operation selector switch, three positions: Manual-Off-Auto. On "manual", the pumps shall be possible to be operated individually out of the system control. On "off", no pump shall be possible to be operated. On "Auto" all duty pumps shall operate in the System when system "ON" pushbutton is pressed.
Standby/duty selector switch, with number of positions at least equal to the number of pumps. This switch shall select the standby pump (or duty pump in case of 2 pumps only).
System "Start-Stop" pushbutton.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 16 of 60 1.23 SUB-MAIN DISTRIBUTION BOARDS
Sub-Main Distribution Board to be franchised approved locally assembled panels including the enclosures
GENERAL The contractor shall supply, install, test and commission Sub-main Distribution Boards complete as herein specified and as shown on the drawings, consisting of voltmeters, ammeters and instrument transformers where required and as indicated in the schematic diagrams.
CODES AND STANDARDS
Sub-main Distribution Board shall conform to BSEN 60439-1:1994.
Cabinet colour shall conform to BS381C.
Moulded case circuit breaker shall conform to IEC-439-1 (EN 60439-1)
Requirements for type tested or - BSEN 60439-1 1994, partially type tested assemblies: EN 60898
Specification for Colour identification -BS 381 C: 1988.
Circuit breakers shall be UL listed and meet NEMA Standard No. AB1-1975, and Federal Specification W-C-375B/GEN, where applicable.
PRODUCTS Cabinets and Fronts
Distribution board assembly shall be enclosed in a steel cabinet. Cabinet shall be of sufficient size to provide a minimum gutter space of 10cm on all sides. The thickness of the sheet steel shall be minimum 1.5mm.
Fronts shall include doors and have flush, brushed stainless steel cylinder tumbler - type locks with catches and spring loaded door pulls. The flush lock shall not protrude beyond the front of the adjustable indicating trim clamps which shall be completely concealed when the doors are closed. Fronts shall have approved directories with name of panel, number of phases, wires and voltage written on them. Doors shall be mounted by completely concealed steel hinges. Fronts shall not be removable with door in the locked position. A circuit directory card shall provide a space of at least 0.8cm high x 7cm long or equivalent for each circuit.
The directory shall be typed to identify the load fed by each circuit.
Fronts shall be of powder coated electro galvanized sheet steel. Colour shall be grey or acceptable equal.
J oints shall be welded, galvanized and reinforced where necessary and galvanized after fabrication.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 17 of 60 Sub-main Distribution Board Bus Assembly
Bus for connections to the branch circuit breakers shall be the "Distributed Phase" or "Phase Sequence" Type.
Three-phase, four-wire bussing shall be such that any three adjacent single-pole breakers are individually connected to each of the three different phases in such a manner that two or three pole breakers can be installed at any location. All current carrying parts of the bus assembly shall be plated.
Main and neutral buses shall be minimum 98% conductivity rectangular copper bars, provided with bolted-type lugs as necessary.
Buses shall be rigidly supported and insulated and be so designed that branch circuits can be removed without disturbing adjacent units or changed without additional machining, drilling or tapping.
Necessary bussing, drilling and blank plates shall be provided for installation of future circuits when so indicated in the Schedules on the Drawings.
All screws and bolts used for making copper connections shall be equipped with lock washers. Riveted connections will not be acceptable.
Mains shall be equipped with solder less pressure indent type connectors and shall have means to prevent swivelling of connector.
Neutral bus bars shall be full size and shall incorporate one neutral terminal for each single pole and neutral way.
Aluminium shall not be used for any interior panel board parts.
Back pan or mounting on which buses and branches are mounted shall be rigid to properly support the component parts.
Reinforcing of back pan shall be by flanging or addition of angle iron.
Buses, connectors, and terminals shall be silver plated to a minimum thickness of 0.1mm.
Sub-main Distribution Board shall be equipped with thermal magnetic type moulded case circuit breakers of frame size and trip ratings as indicated on the drawings.
The bus bar structure and the main breaker shall have current ratings as shown on the drawings. The main incomer shall be either an automatic or non- automatic moulded case circuit breaker as indicated on the drawings.
Sub-main Distribution Board shall have, 415 V, 3-phase, 50 Hz duty rating and shall have short circuit interrupting capacity equal to or greater than the integrated equipment rating shown on the drawings.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 18 of 60 Moulded Case Circuit Breakers Moulded case circuit breakers shall have trip settings, and number of poles, as indicated on the Drawings. All circuit breakers shall have their ampere trip rating clearly marked and visible.
Breakers shall have quick-make, quick-break, toggle mechanisms; and shall provide positive trip-free operation on abnormal overloads. Stationary and movable contacts shall be adequately protected with effective and rapid arc interruption. Each pole of the breaker shall be equipped with an inverse time delay thermal over current trip element and magnetic instantaneous over current trip elements for common tripping of all poles for multiple breakers. Multiple pole breakers shall have a single handle mechanism. Automatic tripping shall be indicated by the breaker handle assuming a clearly distinctive position from the manual ON and OFF position.
Circuit breakers shall have minimum RMS symmetrical interrupting capacities at 380 V equal to the values indicated below for moulded case circuit breakers unless otherwise indicated, and shall in no case be less than the bus bar short circuit bracing of the distribution board: 30 KA minimum Current Limiting Circuit Breakers Current limiting circuit breakers shall have a maximum interrupting rating of 100 KA rms symmetrical amperes.
Current limiting circuit breakers shall be supplied in unit moulded case construction and shall consist of a common trip, thermal magnetic circuit breaker with an independently operating limiter section in series with each pole.
The conventional breaker section shall have an over centre, trip-free toggle-type mechanism with quick make, quick break action and positive handle indication. A button shall be provided on the cover for mechanically tripping the circuit breaker. The current limiting breaker shall have permanent trip units containing individual thermal and magnetic trip elements in each pole. The thermal trip element shall be calibrated for 50C ambient temperature.
The limiter section shall consist of three current limiting elements electrically co-ordinated with the conventional circuit breaker trip elements. The contacts of the limiter section shall be electro-magnetically and electro-dynamically opened and held open until interruption is complete. The unit shall not contain replaceable elements and the limiter shall automatically reset after circuit interruption.
On high level fault currents the limiter portion of the circuit breaker shall operate to limit the rise of fault current. Integral resistance shall be introduced into faulted circuit to dissipate and limit let-through energy and to provide a voltage transient-free interruption at rear unity power factor.
The current limiting circuit breaker shall have front removable lugs. Lugs shall be UL listed for copper conductors.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 19 of 60 EXECUTION Sub-main Distribution Board Installation
Sub-main distribution board shall be aligned, levelled and securely fastened to the building substrata.
Connecting conduits shall not be used to support the distribution board.
All unused openings in Sub-main distribution board cabinets shall be properly closed.
Sub-main distribution board interiors shall not be installed in cabinets until all conduit connections to the cabinet have been completed.
Trim shall be installed plumb and square to the enclosure finish.
Trim for flush mounted cabinets shall be installed in plaster frame, flush with finished wall.
Concealed surfaces of cabinets shall be given on site a heavy application of emulsified asphalt prior to installation.
Free standing sub-main distribution boards when installed in electrical closets, or rooms with raised floors shall be provided with galvanized steel support structures to raise the level of the panel to 10cm above the original floor level. Earthing
An acceptable terminal bar for equipment earthing conductors shall be provided with minimum number of cable terminations equal to the single pole number of ways of the panel board.
Cabinets shall be provided with an earth connector welded to it.
1.24 AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH (ATS) SYSTEM
Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) System to be franchised approved locally assembled panels including the enclosures.
The Contractor shall supply, install and connect automatic transfer and bypass isolation switch (es) system with number of poles, rating, voltage and withstand ratings as shown on the drawings and as herein specified.
The system shall be the product of one manufacturer and shall consist of an automatic transfer switch and a two way by-pass isolation switch.
The neutral conductors shall be switched in the automatic transfer switch (ATS) the automatic transfer switch shall be provided with fully-rated overlapping neutral transfer contacts.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 20 of 60 The neutrals of the normal and emergency power sources shall be connected together only during the transfer and retransfer operation and remain connected together until power source contacts close on the source to which transfer or retransfer is being made. The overlapping neutral transfer contacts shall not overlap for time duration greater than 100 milli seconds.
The automatic transfer switch shall be housed in an enclosure having a minimum ingress protection of IP42.
1.25 AUTOMATIC POWER FACTOR CORRECTION CAPACITOR BANK
Capacitor Bank to be franchised approved locally assembled panels including the enclosures.
The power factor control panel shall be of stand alone type, conforming to ADWEA requirements.
The automatic power factor correction capacitor panels shall correct the power factor to between 0.8 and unity.
The power factor control panel enclosures are floor mounted or wall mounted type made of sheet steel with a minimum degree of protection of IP54, complete with a hinged lockable door or bolted covers for safety. The capacitor panels shall be equipped with the following:
a. Main Incoming isolating switch.
b. Automatic microprocessor based power factor controller (mounted on the front of the panel).
c. LV power factor improvement capacitors arranged in suitable steps.
d. 3 pole contractors especially selected for the maximum possible inrush current of the capacitors under normal service conditions (Voltage, current, temperature etc) to be rated for 1.5 times the rated current (In).
The automatic power factor correction panels should be ready for field connection with all components labeled for easy identification. Tinned copper bus bars of compatible current ratings and dimensions shall be used for the main incomer connection. A fan along with filter should be provided in the enclosure for the capacitor banks.
The capacitors shall comply with the requirements of the latest edition and amendment of IEC 831 1 and 2 (test voltage 2.15 in between terminals). The latest editions of these standards to be complied with are IEC 831-1 edition 1- 1988 plus amendment 1 & 2 for the same and edition 2 1995 for IEC 831-2.
The capacitor shall be rated for 415 volts, 3 phase, 50 Hz supply. The capacitors shall be of the self healing type, with dielectric being zinc metalized polypropylene.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 21 of 60 The capacitors shall be leakage proof dry type. Filling of jelly, wax or gas is not acceptable.
The capacitor shall have permanently connected built in discharge resistors sized to ensure surge discharge of the capacitors to less than 50 volts in 1 min. after switch off.
The capacitors shall in addition to the self healing, have a double protection system working independently and sequentially like an individual element protection system coupled with a second and global capacitors protection by internal compressible material inside a strong steel cabinet. Over pressure disconnections are not acceptable.
Temperature category shall be -25/D as per IEC 831-1 latest edition.
Total losses in the capacitors including those in the discharge resistors should be less than 0.5 watts / KVAR.
The steel capacitor enclosure for each units shall have a minimum protection of IP42. For capacitor units above 25 KVAR, aluminium thermal equalizers shall be used around each capacitor element to ensure effective heat dissipation.
The power factor regulator shall have the following features:
a. To be digital microprocessor based and user programmable. b. To allow for selection / programming of capacitors steps in circular or linear mode.
c. To adjust for different switching times between steps from 1 sec. to 120 sec. or 1 min. to 120 min.
d. Power factor setting 0.70 inductive to 0.7 capacitive.
e. To be insensitive to harmonics.
f. To be provided with a front lockable door which enhances the IP rating of the controller to IP 55?
g. To allow for manual or automatic switching of the steps.
h. Automatic no volt release.
i. To have a built in digital power factor meter.
j. To have a built in fault indicator.
k. The controller shall have LED indicators for each of the capacitor steps as well as the various monitoring, measurement and fault indicator functions.
l. The controller shall be suitable for an operation temperature range of -10 deg. C to +70 deg. C.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 22 of 60 1.26 BUSYWAY SPECIFICATIONS
Housing The bus way housing shall be constructed of code gauge steel and aluminum to reduce hysteresis and eddy current losses and shall be provided with a suitable protective finish of ANSI 49 gray epoxy paint. The busway housing shall be totally enclosed for protection against mechanical damage and dust accumulation. Busway having a perforated housing will be acceptable only in areas where protection against mechanical damage and dust accumulation is not needed. In order to comply with the NEC paragraph 364-6 on Through Walls and Floors, the busway must be totally enclosed where passing through a floor for a distance of six feet above the floor. The busway approval drawings shall show this detail and show design detail of the portion of the bus way which is totally enclosed. The totally enclosed housing shall be manufactured by the bus way manufacturer. Modifications of busway to make it totally enclosed by other than the busway manufacturer void the UL manifest. Busway so modified is not acceptable. Fire stops or barriers shall be included as an integral part of each busway length and fitting.
J oint The bus way joint shall be of the one-bolt type which utilizes a high strength steel bolt(s) and Belleville washers to maintain proper pressure over a large contact surface area. The bolt shall be torque indicating, fully insulated and at ground potential. The bolt shall be a two-headed design to indicate when proper torque has been applied and require only a standard long handle wrench to be properly activated. Access shall be required to only one side of the busway for tightening joint bolts. It shall be possible to remove any joint connection assembly to allow (a) electrical isolation or (b) physical removal of a busway length without disturning adjacent busway lengths.
Bus Bars The bus bars shall be electrolytically tin plated. Bus bars shall be copper. Each bus bar shall be insulated over its entire length with Class B (130 Deg.C) rated insulating material. The temperature rise at any point in the busway shall not exceed 55 Deg. C. rise above ambient temperature when operating at rated load current.
Plug-In Openings On plug-in busway there shall be five dead front, hinged cover type plug-in openings on each side of ten foot lengths, and all openings shall be usable simultaneously. Busway shall be installed so that plugs are side mounted to permit practical use of all 10 plug-in openings. Hangers shall not block any plug-in opening. Each phase position of a plug-in shall be individually insulated. It shall be possible to inspect the plug-in opening and bus bars prior to the installation of the plug in unit.
Plug-In Units Plug-in units shall be (circuit breaker type) (fusible switch type with visible blade quick-make and break mechanism). Plug-in units which cannot be operated directly from the floor shall be equipped with suitable means for hook stick operation. PRPOSED COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT FOR MR. ALI SALEH. T. NASSER AL NEYADI ME-9 PLOT C-128 MUSSAFAH- ABU DHABI, U.A.E FILE NO. 1074
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Plug-In Safety Devices
Each plug-in unit rated 100 amperes or below shall be mechanically interlocked with the busway housing to prevent installation or removal of plug-in units which the switch is in the ON position, and be equipped with an operating handle which always remains in control of the switching mechanism. Plug-in unit enclosures shall make positive ground connection with the ground bus before the jaws make contact with the phase bus bars. The grounding method shall be such that it cannot be defeated by future painting of the busway housing. The plug-in units shall be equipped with internal barriers to prevent accidental contact of fish tape and conductors with live parts on the line side of the protective device during time of wire pulling. Covers of all plug-in units must have releasable type interlocks to prevent the cover from being opened while the switch is in the ON position. The plugs must be provided with means of padlocking the switch in the OFF position. Plug-in units must be equipped with means for direct positioning on the busway before the plug-in jaws make contact.
Responsibility for Routing and Measurement The ampere ratings, approximate footage, fittings, plug-in units, etc. are shown on the plans. The electrical contractor shall be responsible for routing the busway to coordinate to coordinate with the other trades. Final field measurements shall be made by the Contractor prior to release of the busway for fabrication. Coordination with other trades will assure that the busway specified will fit.
Short-circuit Rating and Tests
The short-circuit rating of the busway shall be (Engineers calculated required rating) RMS symmetrical, which is the ultimate anticipated short-circuit current available at the source.
The short circuit rating of the busway shall be determined according to UL Standards No. 857. This rating must be based upon actual tests at the rated short-circuit current in which typical plug-in units are installed on one of the two lengths of busway under test. The insulation and jaws of the plug-in units must be capable of withstanding the motion of the busbars under the short-circuit condition without damage.
Voltage Drop The voltage drop (Input Voltage minus Output) specified shall be based on the busway operating at full rated current and at stabilized operating temperature in a 30 Deg. C. ambient temperature.
The three phase, line-to-line feeder busway voltage drop shall not exceed 2.4 volts per hundred feet at 40% power factor concentrated load which condition may exist during motor starting, thus causing voltage dips. The line-to-line voltage shall not exceed 3.3 volts per hundred feet at the load power factor which produces maximum voltage drop in the busway.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 24 of 60 1.27 TRUNKING
Trunking shall be run neatly on the surface of the building (s) and truly vertical, horizontal or parallel with the features of the building.
Trunking runs shall be determined by the Contractor and agreed by the Consultant before any work is started. Trunking shall be run at least 150mm clear of plumbing and mechanical services. Manufacturers standard fittings shall be used. Only where these are inadequate to meet special local situations, will fabricated fittings be accepted.
Where special fittings or sections of trunking are fabricated, they shall be prepared and finished to the same standards as manufacturers standard items.
Standard flanged couplings shall be used to terminate trunking at apparatus, at adaptable boxes and at points where it is desired to connect one section of trunking to anchor where a standard fitting is obviously unwarranted. The practice of cutting and bending the material of the trunking to form flange attachments will not be accepted.
Connections between trunking and apparatus shall be screwed coupler and bush, or standard flange couplings or an adaptor neck, fabricated or cast. Direct attachments of trunking to apparatus will only be permitted of cable entries are provided with smooth bore bushes or gromments and the return edge of the lid of the trunking is left intact.
Where connection is made between trunking and a distribution board, the cable, entry or entries shall be sized to accept all cable from all used and spare ways.
Holes in trunking shall be drilled, punched or cut by ring saw.
Individual pieces of trunking shall be independently supported. On straight runs fixing shall be at regular intervals not exceeding 1.8m and fixing screws shall be zinc plated (electro-galvanized) complying with BS1706, class B coatings.
The wiring capacity of trunking shall be determined from the standard tables issued by the manufacturer of the trunking.
Cables installed in trunking should be laced or clipped together in convenient groups at suitable intervals and labeled to assist identification of circuits. Adequate space should be allowed for future additions. The space factor for wiring in trunking should not exceed 45%.
1.28 FEEDERS
All cables should be terminated with suitable terminating boxes of a type suitable for the equipment enclosure. No joints will be accepted on all cables.
PVC Insulated PVC sheathed Cables (PVC/PVC) PVC/PVC cables shall be 660/100 volt grade, with stranded copper conductors, PVC insulated and outer PVC sheath complying with BS 6004 and BS 6746.
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Non-metallic clamps should be used where cables run vertically over 5 meters length, and special bushes where cables run through metallic surfaces.
PVC/PVC cables will be used where indicated on drawings and diagrams.
Underground concrete cable trenches should be fitted with suitable cable supporting brackets.
PVC Insulated steel wire armoured and PVC Sheathed cables (PVC/SWA/PVC)
PVC/SWA/PVC cables shall be 660/1100 Volt insulation grade, with stranded copper conductors, PVC insulated and sheathed and galvanized steel wire armours to BS6349.
Cables shall be terminated with proper sizes brass cable glands which will seal the bedding and the overall sheath and firmly clamp the wire armoring.
PVC/SWA/PVC cables will be used where indicated on drawings and diagrams.
Cross Linked Polyethylene Cables
Materials XLPE insulated cables shall have copper conductors in accordance to BS6360 with cross linked polyethylene insulation to BS 5467, with non hygroscopic fillers between laid-up cores and non-hydroscopic binder, PVC sheathed steel wire armoring with high conductivity wires inserted to make the conductivity of the armoring the same as that for a separate conductor and PVC sheathed overall. All PVC sheathing shall be termite resistant.
1.29 CONDUITS BOXES
Generally This section covers all conduits, all accessories for all lighting and power installation including power supply needed for air-conditioning, ventilation and any other electrical equipment as shown on drawings and schedules.
PVC Conduit and Installation
Throughout the conduit shall be of adequate cross section and arranged with suitably sized draw-in boxes to allow for easy draw-in or out of any one or all of the cables.
The minimum of diameter of any conduit shall be 20mm.
All conduits with fittings, accessory boxes and fixings shall be fully complete prior to drawing in of cables. Adequate precautions shall be taken to prevent the ingress of direct or moisture but should this occur the conduits shall be swabbed clean before wiring commences.
Where conduits and conduit fittings are cast into the structure building, care shall be taken to ensure that the boxes and conduit are plugged to prevent the ingress of moisture or building materials. As soon as practicable after the shuttering is struck the conduits, etc. shall be swabbed out and any defects rectified then replugged ready for cabling. PRPOSED COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT FOR MR. ALI SALEH. T. NASSER AL NEYADI ME-9 PLOT C-128 MUSSAFAH- ABU DHABI, U.A.E FILE NO. 1074
1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 26 of 60 PVC Conduit and Installation (Contd)
Conduits shall not be installed above or within 150mm of pipes carrying steam/hot water or any other service or corrosive element that is liable to cause electrical or mechanical breakdown/interference.
Where conduits are run in screeds, every effort shall be made to avoid conduits crossing. Where is unavoidable they shall cross at point locations only as approved by the Engineer.
Structural concrete must not chase to allow the passage of conduits without consent of the Engineer and then only in the manner indicated by the Engineer.
In in-situ concrete walls, floors screeds the conduit and boxes shall be held firmly but without deformation, in an approved manner, so that they are absolutely rigid until and while the concrete is poured and/or vibrated.
Plaster depth boxes shall not use without prior approval of the Engineer.
Conduit runs on finished walls, etc. shall be installed vertically above or below equipment, accessories, etc. with any necessary horizontal runs installed at high level only, unless approved otherwise by the Engineer.
All conduits shall be run in square and symmetrical lines, be carefully planned before installation is commenced and be indicated or marked out on site for approval by the Engineer.
Where multiple parallel runs occur, use shall be made of cable trunking with removable lid.
Where a number of conduits converge, large adaptable boxes shall be utilized in order to avoid crossovers.
Conduits shall be saddled to the structure of the building within 150mm of each box, bend or fitting and at intervals as follows:
Conduit Size Spacing
20mm 0.6m 25mm and larger 1.0m
Materials and Accessories
Rigid high impact heavy gauge PVC conduit and fittings to BS4607 Part 1 shall be used for all internal works unless otherwise stated.
Plastic conduit shall have solvent cement joints using standard couplers and accessories. Conduit shall terminate in two part PVC adaptors.
Small circular conduit boxes and extension rings shall be PVC and be provided with brass earthing terminals. Where used with lighting fittings or other outlets they shall incorporate rigid metal fixing lugs, so designed that they remain effective even if the PVC box or ring softens due to high working temperatures.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 27 of 60 Fixing saddles shall be PVC of the standard spacer bar type comprising a spacer bar approximately 3mm thick with a single fixing hole and a strap secured to the base by two screws.
The fixing saddles shall allow for the longitudinal expansion and contraction of the conduits which may occur with variation of temperature.
The conduit system shall be mechanically continuous throughout. J oints and connections shall be carefully cemented with an adhesive recommended by the manufacturer of the conduit to ensure that the conduit bore is not reduced.
Corners shall turn with easy bends or sets, formed in the manner recommended by the manufacturer of the conduit, without altering the section of the conduit. Alternatively, normal or half normal bends shall be used.
Where PVC conduits pass directly through concrete, terrazzo or similar floors, they shall be sleeved with metal conduit finished category Class 4. The metal conduit shall be flush with the underside of the floor and extend 300mm above the top surface and be plugged with a suitable mastic.
Expansion joint facilities shall be installed as follows:
a) Surface work were any straight runs of conduit including runs through outlet points, exceeds a total length of 5 meters expansion couplings shall be used. Where the conduit runs through wiring points suitable sliding joints shall be made on each conduit box position.
1.30 LIGHTING & POWER INSTALLATIONS
Wires and cables All wires shall be 660/1100 Volt insulation grade, and stranded copper conductors PVC insulated to BS 6004.
Wire sizes will be according to drawings and schedules otherwise it should be according to Regulations as minimum. No wires shall be smaller than 1.5mm2. Color code shall be black for Neutral. Red/Yellow/Blue for phases 1, 2, 3 (Red for phase will be used for all single phase sub-circuits) and green for each conductors.
No connections of wires are permitted.
Earth conductors for all sockets should not be less than 4.0mm2 and for lighting 1.5mm2.
Two different phases are not permitted to run in the same conduit.
Electrical Accessories
Local Switches
The local switches shall be 10 / 20 amp. Circuit switches shall be one-way, two way, intermediate or double pole as indicated on the drawings. Where more than one switch is denoted at any position multiple gang units shall be used .
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 28 of 60 Switches shall be of the quick start make, allow break type specially designed for AC circuits to BS 3676. The operation of the switch shall not depend wholly on the action of the spring. The switches shall generally be of the rocker operated type.
All switch boxes shall be supplied with adjustable steel grids and earthing terminals. Generally, switch units shall be of the standard range with beveled metal switch plates. For flush mounting switches the switch-plate shall overlap all edges of the box by not less than 7mm and shall be brass 2.3mm thick. For surface mounting switches the switch plate shall finish flush with the edges of the switch boxes. Switches for all double pole shall be complete with neon indicator lights.
In Plant rooms the switch units shall be surface or flush as required.
Local switches shall be arranged in convenient positions for switching the various circuits and generally as indicated on the drawings.
The switches shall be of the same manufacture for a particular type of switch throughout the installation. The choice of the plate finish will be in accordance with the Engineer's instructions.
Power Outlets
The switch socket outlets shall be as indicated on the drawings, all in accordance with BS 1363 and BS 546 as appropriate.
Unless otherwise stated 13 amp switch socket outlets and spur boxes shall be wired on ring main circuits.
The switch socket outlets shall be assembled in single or multiple units in steel boxes.
All boxes shall be supplied with adjustable steel grids and earthing terminals.
Switch socket outlets shall be positioned as, and be of the type indicated on the drawings.
All floor mounted socket outlets shall be fixed as part of the under floor trunking service boxes.
These outlets shall be of the same manufacturer throughout the installation. The choice of the plate finish shall be in accordance with the Engineers instructions. However plate finish of outlets within false ceilings and plant rooms shall be white plastic.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 29 of 60 Cooker Control Units
The cooker control units shall be of flush mounting type which incorporates a 45 A DP main switch and neon indicators.
All terminals shall be designed to accept 16mm2 conductors. The complete unit shall be manufactured in compliance with BS4177 with amendments. The cooker control units used throughout the installation shall of the same manufacturer and the choice of the plate finish will be in accordance with the Engineers instructions.
Telephone Socket Outlets.
Telephone outlets shall be flush mounting type. These shall be of the same make and plate finish of the adjacent socket outlets.
TV/FM Socket Outlets
These sockets shall be suitable as either loop-wired sockets or terminal sockets as appropriate. When used as a terminal socket, free clamp shall be closed with a terminal resistor of 75 ohm. These sockets shall incorporate two numbers of outlets, designated TV and FM systems respectively. The through pass attenuation shall not be less than 1.2 db over the frequency range 47-890 MHZ.
The TV/FM socket outlets shall be of the same make and finish of the adjacent Power/Telephone outlets.
Fuse Connection Units/DP Switches
These shall be of flush or surface mounting type as manufactured in compliance with BS 5733 and BS 3676 as appropriate. The fuse connection units shall incorporate integral switch, neon indicator and 13 amp fuse links to BS 1362. The DP switches supplied for water heaters shall be incorporated with neon indicator lights, and these also shall be engraved 'Water Heater. When the 20 A DP switches are used to connect air handling units as shown on drawings these shall be supplied with an integral switch and a flexible outlet.
These shall be of the same manufacturer for a particular type of switch throughout the installation and shall be complete with the other accessories installed. The choice of plate finishes will be in accordance with the Engineer's instructions.
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The mounting heights for the electrical equipment and accessories listed below are approximate and the exact heights shall be determined on Site: Above ffl .
1. Switches, fire alarm 1300 mm break glass, shaver units
2. .Switch socket outlets, telephone 400 mm outlets, TV sockets
3. Switch socket outlets in plant rooms 1300mm
4. Flex outlets for extract fan Above window window units
5. Fire sounders 1800 mm
6. Fire alarm control panel, 1800 mm MCB Distribution Boards
7. Socket outlets for extract fans Adjacent to in ceiling voids units
8. Flexible outlets for water heaters - do -
Extract Fans
The extract fans shall be wall/window mounted type of the size and capacity as shown on the drawing. The fan shall have automatic back draught shutter, outer grille and shall be suitable for 240/1/50 Hz power supply.
Disconnecting Devices
Disconnecting devices or safety isolating switches shall be provided at feeder and as indicated on the drawings.
Electrical characteristics of disconnects such as ampere rating, number of poles shall be as indicated on the drawings.
The operating mechanism shall be quick-break with the external operating handle mechanically interlocked with the enclosure cover.
Interlock shall make it necessary for disconnect to be in the OFF position for normal access to the inside to the enclosure.
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Disconnects shall be a non-fusible, single throw safety switch in a separate enclosure. Disconnects shall have means of bypassing mechanically interlock door and handle. Isolating switches with ratings 15, 30 and 60 Amps shall be similar to G.E.C. type Hidutac or equal. 100 Amps and over isolating switches shall be similar to G.E.C. Cromwell or equal. Disconnects shall be suitable for indoor use where it shall be provided with rubber gasket for weatherproofing.
1.31 TELEPHONE SYSTEM
All works related to the telephone system shall conform to the requirements of the ETISALAT and the Contractor shall acquaint himself of all rules and regulations.
The Contractor shall supply and install all conduits, trunkings, boxes, accessories and telephone outlets including all wiring and cabling for these systems as per ETISALAT requirements.
All telephone conduits, trunking, boxes, etc. shall be totally independent from any other system conduits and shall comply with the relevant clauses of these specifications.
1.32 SATELLITE SMATV SYSTEM
The Contractor shall supply, install, test, commission, guarantee and maintain a Modern Satellite Master Antenna Television (SMATV) system for the distribution of combined IF - RF signals. The system shall be capable of receiving and distributing the present Satellite, television and Radio transmissions as listed with sufficient allowances made to include any future transmissions within the foreseeable future, without degrading of the system parameters.
The system shall have a central RF Headend for RF signals and distribute signals from the satellites through IF distribution forming a combined IF-RF distribution network. The system shall be from an approved manufacturer, supplied and installed by a specialist contractor, who shall be the main agent of the equipment supplied.
The contractor shall submit a complete proposal with schematic drawings with signal level calculations, list of materials and original detailed catalogues of the equipment for consultant/client approval before starting the work
1. System Parameters:
1. In accordance with CENELEC SPECS. TC 209
2. All parts of the system (Multiswitchers, Amplifiers, tap offs, distribution boxes, sockets) shall be CE certified and tested and CE Marking shall appear on the packaging and/or included in the operating instructions.
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1. System Parameters: (Contd)
4. Conform to an overall minimum total signal cross-modulation ratio of 57dB with the maximum output for all present and future programs set with an allowance of at least 3dB output under all known conditions. 5. A pre-planning site survey will take into account the following factors, which must be satisfactory as agreed by a representative of the authority: a) Adequate signal levels (not less than 55 for IF signal) at all outlets to provide the specified signal/noise ratio or an agreed satisfactory subjective result. b) Clean signals free from reflections and co-channel interference effects. c) Regard to be paid to any very high level local field strengths leading to possible immunity and pre-image problems. d) Possibility of interference from any source that may interfere with the system performance.
Quality Assurance
Designing, Manufacturing and Installing of all the Equipment shall conform to the latest Standard Rules of the following: - Abu Dhabi Distribution Company (ADDC) regulations for electrical installation works - Department of Civil Defense requirements - Etisalat Standards and requirements
Submittals
1. Manufacturers Technical Data
The contractor shall submit to the Consultant 4 Copies of Descriptive Literature, Technical Data, Catalogues, Maintenance recommendation and Installation Instructions of all the Products used.
2. Drawings & Documentation:
The Contractor shall provide detailed Shop Drawings for the review / approval by the Consultant which include the following:
- Schematic Diagram of the SAT/TV/FM Distribution Network showing signal level at various levels with all supporting calculations and indicating all the System components including Splitters, Line Amplifiers, Sockets, Cables etc. - SAT/TV/FM Socket Outlets Layout Plan indicating the routing of cables from Headend Station to floor distribution boxes and then to final sockets. PRPOSED COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT FOR MR. ALI SALEH. T. NASSER AL NEYADI ME-9 PLOT C-128 MUSSAFAH- ABU DHABI, U.A.E FILE NO. 1074
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Codes & Standards
All the equipment and components shall meet the following standards & markings:
- European Standards for Cable Networks for television signals, sound signals and interactive services from the standardization organization CENELEC.
- The CE Marking shall be placed on the product, on the packaging and/or included in the operating instructions.
- For compliance with the legal EMC requirements and to prevent interference between TV cable networks and radio services, components with shielding rate defined in European standard EN 50083-2 shall be used for distribution items including connecting cables for terminal equipment. The components shall bear the Class A label.
- Protection class 2 according to IEC 60417-5172 for components with power connection 230 / 240 V ~.
2. Selected Channels for the System
1. Satellite Channels
40 Nos. free to air digital (QPSK to PAL) channels from Arabsat 3A, Nilesat & Hotbird.
2. IF distribution
IF signals from the above satellites analogue / digital / encrypted programs.
Actual selection FTA digital channels will be done at the time of commissioning.
The system shall be of a modular construction, thus making it possible to add extra stations at a later date in the RF Headend station.
A 13 AMP fusible test socket shall be installed for the future connection of signal test equipment to aid the service requirement.
3. System Specifications:
All radio frequency levels in this sub-division are to be construed and referred to microvolt across 75-Ohm (dBV).
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Return loss shall not be less than 14dB at any point of the system.
Isolation between any two outlets shall be at least 22dB. Adjacent channels operation requires more than 50dB isolation.
The system shall be such that the short or open circuit at any outlet socket will not significantly affect signals at other outlets (tap-off system).
Both IF and RF signals shall be coupled together and fed into the distribution network
The system shall be capable of continuous operation in an ambient temperature up to +50o C.
4. Equipment Specifications:
1. General
The system shall include, but not be limited to the following:-
3 Nos. 120cm solid dish for receiving programs from Arabsat 3A, Hotbird & Nilesat satellite dishes.
Digital satellite processing modules.
9 Cable Cascadable Multi switches for the distribution of IF signals.
All necessary sockets, splitters, taps and filters suitable to handle a frequency up to 2400 MHz.
2. Dish Antenna:
Following shall be the minimum requirement for the Satellite dishes for Arabsat 3A, Hotbird and Nilesat signal reception. Separate dishes shall be installed for each of the satellite signal reception.
4.2.02. Satellite Dish Ku band
- Frequency : 10.7 - 12.75 GHz - Gain @ 10.95GHz : 41.5 dB - Noise temp @ 30 o elevation : 36 o K - Wind Load : 1270 N - Diameter : 1.2 meter - Reflector Material : Aluminum
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 35 of 60 3. Head-end Station:
RF System:
The head-end shall be capable of using adjacent channels without any restriction.
Satellite processing head-end stations shall consist of basic unit with slots for plugging in the channel processing modules, integrated programmable input distribution panel (splitter), power supply unit and microprocessor-based control unit, all housed in steel cabinet with a lockable door.
The channel modules must be physically independent; thereby the system will have built-in modularity enabling easy maintenance and support.
It shall have the following technical specifications:
- Number of module slots : 8 slots. - Sat input distribution panel : 6 RF inputs with 16 outputs - Input/output impedance : 75 - Remote feed of LNBs : 0/13/18 V Switchable - Output Level : 104 dBV. - Operating temperature : 0 C to +50 C - Mains voltage : 160V 265VAC/ 50/60Hz- - Power consumption : Max.appro. 160W
4. Digital Satellite Receiving Module
Satellite Digital Receiving Module shall be suitable for processing QPSK modulated Sat IF signals in an analogue PAL output channel S-2 to Ch.69. Each receiving module shall be suitable for receiving and processing single channel.
It shall have the following technical specifications:
- Input Frequency : 920-2150 MHz. - Input level range : 47dBV 70 dBV - Symbol Rate : 2-35 MS/s - Input Impedance : 75 Ohms - Output frequency range : 110-862 MHz. - Output Level : 90 dB (Typical)
5. IF Satellite Distribution System:
General:
The IF signals from the dish antennas respectively shall be fed into the IF distribution network described hereafter.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 36 of 60 The system shall utilize distributing all available IF signals in Arabsat 3A, Hotbird & Nilesat dishes to all the outlets of the building.
The switching between different polarization planes from the LNBs shall be done from the domestic receiver at the outlet sockets. Decoders / Domestic receivers, etc., if required, shall be provided by the owner / user.
Outlets shall be connected separately (radial) to switcher, loop connection is not permitted.
All equipment shall be double shielded and in conformity with VDE or similar standard.
The system shall have 100% connectivity for digital signal reception. 6. 9 Cable Cascadable Multiswitcher:
Switchers shall have 9 cable system, where 8 cables are used for the IF frequency and 1 cable for RF frequency.
The switcher shall be cascadable with provision for 4 or 8 subscribers per switcher.
Switcher shall have the total frequency range from 47 MHz to 2150MHz.
Switching possibilities for 8 polarization planes. Switcher shall have min. 6 dB through pass attenuation for IF frequency (950- 2400MHz).
7. 19 Rack Cabinet
19 Steel rack cabinets shall be provided for housing the basic units.
The rack shall have enough ventilation to allow for dissipation of heat generated from the headed equipments The racks shall have required numbers of 230 / 240 V, 13A power sockets to power the basic units / decoders. Unused sockets shall be concealed.
The racks shall have enough space to provide trunkings, splitters for cabling.
Cables in the racks shall be wired through trunkings and shall be fastened by cable ties. No loose / unused cables shall be exposed.
Metallic parts of the cabinets & racks shall be connected to earth rails for potential equalization.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 37 of 60 5. Distribution Network:
The distribution elements shall be of die-cast aluminum housing protecting the electrical components against moisture and corrosion.
All such units shall be located in manholes on dedicated weatherproof boxes protected from ingress of water and other external forces.
The distribution components including amplifiers and splitters/tap-offs along the riser cable shall be of CATV grade.
1. Cables:
Low loss coaxial cable shall be used in order to limit the limit the number of cascaded amplifiers along the main line. Cables used within the system shall have air or polyethylene dielectric.
Cables used for wiring dish antennas shall be ultra violet resistant.
All the internal cables shall be screened with the following minimum shielding rates:
30 470 MHz >75 dB 470 - 1000 MHz >75 dB 1000 - 2050 MHz >65 dB.
Maximum loss of the coax-cables shall be as listed:
For external feeders 6 dB/100m at 800 MHz. For internal sockets wiring 18 dB/100m at 800 MHz. For dish antennas wiring 29 dB/100m at 2150 MHz.
Joints and cable termination shall be adequately sealed against ingress of moisture and migration along the cable.
2. Splitters and tap-off boxes:
Splitters and tap-off boxes used within the system shall ensure approximately even signal levels at all the outlets in the building. Difference between the signal levels at the subscribers outlets shall not exceed 7 dBV under any circumstances.
All splitters and tap-off boxes used within the system for distributing the signal to the outlet sockets shall have a minimum frequency range of 5 MHz - 2400 MHz.
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Main riser cable shall be securely clamped at each splitter and tap-off position.
3. SAT/TV/FM sockets:
Sockets shall be broadband type with operating frequency range from 5 MHz - 2400 MHz.
Sockets shall have SAT / TV / FM triple outlet in rigid metallic structure with cover similar to the adjacent wiring accessories.
Sockets shall be wired in radially from the concerned junction box. 75-Ohm end-of-line resistors shall be used for reflection-free terminations.
4. 9 Cable Cascadable Post Amplifiers:
Cascadable Post Amplifiers shall be used as necessary along the line to compensate for the signal loss on the co-axial cable. Specifications are as follows:
- Broad - band range : 47 2400 MHz. - Maximum gain : 15/19 dB - Maximum output level : 108 dBV - Ambient operating temp. : -20C to +50C - DiSEqC 2.0, suitable for return path.
The number of amplifiers shall be made as required for the final wiring layout. Proper arrangements shall be made to dissipate the heat generated during normal working of the amplifier.
6. Maintenance:
The system shall be warranted for a period of 12 months after final approval. To maintain the system in a proper working condition a maintenance contract is strongly recommended.
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General
The Contractor shall supply and fix the lighting fittings and points as required complete with all accessories, wiring, trunking, conduiting, boxes, etc. Lighting fittings shall be complete with suspension, tubes, ballasts, accessories as specified and as shown in drawings.
The Contractor is advised to refer to the structural drawings related to ceilings and beams for proper coordination of shop drawings.
Fitting housing, frame or canopy shall provide a suitable cover for the fixture opening.
Fittings shall be installed at mounting heights as detailed on the drawings or instructed on site by the Engineer.
Certain fittings are shown in provisional position they shall be exactly located after the final layout of other equipment is prepared.
Fittings located on the exterior of the building shall be installed with non-ferrous metal screw finished to match the fittings.
Fittings and/or fitting outlet boxes shall be provided with hangers to adequately support the complete weight of the fitting. Design of hangers and method of fastening other than shown on the drawings or herein specified shall be submitted to the engineer for approval.
Flush mounted recessed fittings shall be suitable for the type of false ceilings used.
Flush mounted recessed fittings shall be installed so as to completely eliminate light leakage within the fitting and between the fitting and adjacent finished surface.
Fittings mounted on outlet boxes shall be rigidly secured to a fixture stud in the outlet box. Hickies or extension pieces shall be installed where required to facilitate proper installation.
Pendant fitting within the same room or area shall be installed plumb and at a uniform height from the finished floor. Adjustment of height shall be made during installation.
Fittings shall bear the manufacturers name and the factory inspection label unless otherwise approved.
Wire insulation within the fitting shall be silicon runner for the lower temperature (fluorescent) and impregnated asbestos for the higher temperature (incandescent).
Lighting fittings employing tungsten filament lamps and having metal back plates shall not fixed direct to boxes of thermo-plastic material. Only metal boxes shall be used in such situations.
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Lamp holders incorporated in weather proof fittings shall be porcelain or brass.
Fittings installed externally shall be weather proof and insect proof.
Fittings installed in damp locations shall be totally enclosed and shall prevent the ingress of moisture.
Fluorescent fittings shall contain all associated control gear within the fitting.
All metal fittings or metal parts of fittings shall be effectively earthed.
Fittings installed in position subject to vibration shall be of the ant vibration type.
Metal used in lighting fitting shall not less than 0.7mm.
Recessed fittings shall be constructed so as to fit into acoustic tile suspended false ceilings, acoustic tile fixed to ceilings or other suspended false ceilings or plastered ceilings without distorting either the fitting or the ceiling and including all necessary labour for cutting and making good.
Fittings with hinged diffuser doors shall be provided with spring clips or other retaining devices to prevent the diffuser from moving.
Shop drawings for non-standard fitting types shall be submitted for approval to the Engineer.
Detailed catalogue cuts for all fittings or if so required by the Engineer, sample fittings shall be submitted for approval to the Engineer before orders for the fittings are placed.
Fluorescent Fittings
Wherever a fluorescent lighting fitting is located over an expansion joint, one end of the fitting shall be free to move or slide.
Recessed fittings shall be constructed so that all components are replaceable without removing housing from the ceiling.
Only single and/or two lamp ballast shall be used in any one fitting.
Ballasts shall be completely enclosed inside sheet steel casing, and shall have a corrosion-resistant finish.
Ballasts shall contain a thermosetting type compound not subject to softening or liquefying under any operating conditions or upon ballast failure.
All fluorescent fitting and lamps shall be switch start type according to International Specifications.
All ballasts shall be high power factor, compensated to above 0.85 P.F.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 41 of 60 Ballasts shall be for operation at the voltages and frequencies indicated under fitting types and /or on the drawings, and under temperature conditions prevailing in the various locations of the site.
Surface mounted fittings longer than 60cm shall have one additional point of support besides the outlet box fitting stud when installed individually.
Pendant individually mounted fittings 120cm long and smaller shall be provided with twin stem hangers. Stems shall have ball aligners and provision for a minimum of 2.5cm vertical adjustment.
The various fluorescent fitting types shall be as described in the schedule of Light Fittings and as shown on Drawings.
Incandescent Fittings
Incandescent fittings shall be equipped with porcelain, medium lamp holder, bayonet type lamp holders fro lamps up to and including 150 watts and right hand screw type lamp holders for lamps 200 watts.
Replacing the lamp shall be possible without having to remove the fitting from its place.
The various incandescent fittings shall be as described in the schedule of lighting fittings and as shown on drawings.
Lighting fitting for use with tungsten filament lamp shall comply with B.S. 4533.
1.34 LAMPS
General
Lamps shall be furnished and installed in all lighting fittings furnished under this contract.
Lamps for permanent installation shall not be placed in the fitting until so directed by the Engineer, and this shall be accomplished directly before the building areas are ready for occupancy by the Employer.
Fluorescent Tubes Lamps shall be of type, wattage and colour rendering index as herein specified unless otherwise indicated on drawings.
Fluorescent lamps/tubes shall be diam. 26mm 18W, 36W or 58W for switch start versions and of lumen output of 1450 lumens for 18 W and 3450 lumens for 36W and 5400 lumens for 58W the color shall be white and colour temp. 3500 Deg. K.
All fluorescent lighting luminaries shall be provided with capacitors to give P.F. in excess of 0.9 logging. Capacitors shall comply with BS 4017 and shall be suitable for operation at temperature up to 85 Deg. C.
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1.35 POWER INTAKES
Inclusion of P.S. sum of taking full responsibility for payment of fees, charges, any sum and unforeseen expenses involved of whatsoever to W.E.D. in bringing permanent electrical power to the project including supply, erection and connections of main feeder cables to the project from W.E.D. electricity network systems under W.E.D.s strict coordination and supervision and be responsible till official hand over of the project in good and satisfactory working order.
1.36 VIDEO INTERCOM
The Contractor shall supply, install, test and commission an intercom system as follows:
a) The intercom panels shall be provided with facility for two way communications between the panel and the intercom receivers.
The intercom panels shall be elegant design and of anodized aluminum construction suitable for recessed mounting.
The push button panel of 35 push buttons shall be installed at the entrance of the building in order to have communications with each and every flat.
Push buttons shall be illuminated from the rear of the panels.
The system operating voltage shall be of extra low voltage (24 volt D.C.).
Name labels should be easily substituted directly on the front plate without dismantling the panel.
b) The intercom receivers shall be wall mounted with twisted cord connected to the handset and shall be installed at the locations as indicated on the following.
c) Conduits should be separate from any other system, shop drawings must be submitted from Consultants approval before starting the work.(Horizontal distribution will only be allowed).
1.37 CAR ENTRANCE / EXIT BARRIERS
Two automatic car barriers shall be provided to control entrance and exit from the car parking facility.
Each barrier shall have a span of 3 meters with an aluminum pole in red/white reflective finish and be complete with stop signs and tip supports.
The barriers shall consist of a cast steel pedestal with fibre glass covers to protect the drive mechanisms. Raise and lowering shall be by an electric motor driving a screw shaft mechanism. All necessary control circuitry will be located at the barrier. A hand wind facility and operation by key switch shall be provided at the barrier.
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The in barrier shall be operated by a Cardkey using weigand swipe technology. Each cardkey shall be unique and be programmed for validity at its interface. Therefore lost or stolen cards can be easily avoided from the system to ensure security and new cards issued.
The barrier will be signaled to close by an inductive loop system that will also stop the barrier from closing on a vehicle still under the barrier. The out barrier will operate by an inductive loop to raise and a 2nd inductive loop to close.
The installation shall be carried out in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
1.38 GENERATOR
Generator shall be supplied from authorized reputed agent only. GENERAL
The Contractor shall supply, install, connect and commission standby diesel generating set with all necessary switchgears, controls and accessories for supply of electric power to emergency services indicated on the drawings and/or as described in these specifications. The supply, installation, connection, commissioning and testing of the generator sets shall be in accordance with BS 5514, BS 4999 and BS 5000, the IEE wiring regulations and the associated drawings.
The design and installation shall include air inlet and outlet attenuation, louvers, filters, and accoustic linings for generator room, as required, to provide a satisfactory generator installation. All equipment supplied under this scope shall be new and shall have, in addition to normal manufacturers' warranty, an assurance of continued availability of spare parts for minimum period of 10 years.
The manufacturer of the generator set shall be of international repute. If the contractor has some reservations as to the successful operation of the equipment by following the drawings and/or specifications, an alternate bid shall be submitted together with the requested bid highlighting such changes and justifying the reasons thereof, as may be necessary for successful operation of the plant. The general arrangement shown on the drawings and/or as described in the specifications shall be substantially maintained. The absence of any such alternative bid, shall qualify the bidder's acceptance of the drawings and or specifications. It shall be assumed that by submission of the bid, the contractor shall accept the responsibility for the successful operation of the equipment and its various parts. APPLICABLE STANDARDS
General Requirements for Rotating Electrical Machines: BS 4999. Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines Performance: BS 5514.
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Fuel Oils for Non Marine Use : BS 2869. Code of Practice for Safety of Machinery : BS 5304. Radio Frequency Interference suppression : BSEN 55014 and BS 1597. QUALITY ASSURANCE
Manufacturers
The generating set manufacturer shall preferably be the actual manufacturer of either the alternator or the generator and shall be responsible for the assembly. The generator set manufacturer shall have a reliable local representative of good repute, keeping adequate stocks of spare parts and providing efficient after sales services. Tests on Site Tests and inspection procedures shall be formulated to check the performance requirements and characteristics of the diesel generating sets.
Visual Inspection All equipment which form part of the diesel generating plant shall be visually inspected for damage and checked against the manufacturer catalogues/drawings and schedule, for the following:-
- Type of generating set - Serial number - Engine details - Alternator, exciter and AVR details - Rated speed - Rated voltage - Number of phases - Rated frequency - Rated KVA at continuous rating - Rated KW at continuous rating - Rated KVA at service rating - Rated KW at service rating - Ancillary equipment
Preliminary Inspection Check
Preliminary inspection check shall include the following:
Alignment of engine/alternator assembly on bed plate. Installation of vibration isolators
Preliminary Running Test
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Tests
The set shall be run continuously for 8 hours test run at rated load followed by 110 percent of rated load for a period of one hour.
Every 15 minutes for the first hour and every hour thereafter, the following parameters shall be recorded:-
All electrical output parameters associated with main alternator.
Parameters of charging alternator
Measurements of all engine parameters
Lubricating oil consumption
Cooling air medium flow
Alternator cooling air inlet and outlet temperatures.
Transient Load Switching
Resistive load shall be applied and switched "ON" and "OFF" in STEPS, with the diesel generator running at rated speed and generating rated voltage.
Transient recordings of maximum, minimum and nominal voltage and frequency levels together with the response times shall be obtained.
Insulation Test
Remove all external wiring between the plant and load bank/ test panels.
Isolate sensitive electronic equipment in alternator and control panel as per manufacturer's recommendation.
Open any neutral earthing links.
Using 1000V megger check the insulation resistance:-
Between the load terminals and plant structure
Between the generator terminals.
Reconnect electronic equipment and neutral earth links.
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The operation of interlocks and interconnections with all external equipment and controls to be connected on site shall be simulated as part of these tests.
Controls, Alarms and Protection
Local controls, alarms and shutdown functions associated with the generator set installation shall be simulated and demonstrated on site. These tests shall include, but not limited to the following:
High coolant temperature test
Over speed test
Low oil pressure test
Over crank test to look after failure to start the engine after five consecutive attempts.
Product Data
The Contractor shall furnish certified performance data and curves as a part of his proposal and a description of his quality control program. The Manufacturer shall ascertain that his equipment withstands the starting KW and KVA requirements of the connected load as shown on the Drawings.
The Contractor shall furnish an outline drawing showing principal dimensions, space requirements, and location of connections of the equipment quoted, mainly for starting, cooling, fuel and lubricating system and ventilation requirements.
The Contractor shall provide a basic tool kit, engine maintenance handbook, spare parts manual and generating set instruction handbook.
The Contractor shall itemize all sight flow indications, temperature sensing devices, and pressure gauges and indications which will be furnished for local indication of critical items as recommended. If these indicators are standard with the equipment, it shall be so indicated. The Contractor shall furnish complete information, catalogues, with schematic and detailed diagrams showing all equipment furnished and shall include the control system which will describe the operation, manufacturing and type of all instruments and control items.
All literature and catalogues shall be in English. SHOP DRAWINGS
The Contractor shall submit for review and acceptance the shop drawings for the Generator set including all necessary civil work details, such as trenches, concrete bases, etc., generator starting characteristics and manufacturers approval for the generator's correct selection as to connected load, derating factors, etc., wiring diagrams and description of operation. PRPOSED COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT FOR MR. ALI SALEH. T. NASSER AL NEYADI ME-9 PLOT C-128 MUSSAFAH- ABU DHABI, U.A.E FILE NO. 1074
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A copy of shop drawings shall also be sent to the local power authorities for approval (if needed).
Any modifications to the drawings required by the Engineer or the Local Power Authorities to allow the equipment to comply with the codes, standards and specifications called for herein shall be carried out with no extra cost. SPARE PARTS
The Contractor shall furnish assurance of availability of recommended spare parts for 2 years and 4 years operation (over and above the one year defect liability period achieving a total of 3 years and 5 years of extended operating maintenance) duly priced with his Tender.
The Employer/Engineer reserves the right to accept or reject the same either in full or in part and the contractor shall supply the spare parts as per the final accepted list, at the time of handing over/ taking over of the Project.
Spare parts shall be packed in suitable containers or boxes bearing labels, clearly designating the contents and the particular of equipment for which they are intended.
The Contractor shall properly store and protect the spare parts until the completion of the works and deliver the same to the Client's stores. WARRANTY
The Contractor shall provide the generator supplier's warranty, warranting that the equipment supplied under this specification will be new, of best quality, free from defects in design, material, and workmanship and suitable for the specified operating conditions.
Any defects or inadequacies discovered in the equipment during first eighteen months from date of delivery and twelve months from the data of erection/installation of equipment, whichever shall expire first, shall be made good to the satisfaction of the Engineer at the Contractors cost.
Any equipment repaired, replaced or modified shall be subject to a defect free warranty for a further period of eighteen months from the date of repair, replacement or modification.
PRODUCTS
The equipment shall include but not be limited to the items described in these specifications.
The design of the sets shall permit the easy replacement of all items subject to wear.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 48 of 60 Electrical equipment included in the emergency plant installation shall comply with the relevant clauses of these specifications, unless otherwise indicated.
Engine
The engine shall be diesel, water cooled multi-cylinder unit constructed to BS 5514 or ISO 3046. All auxiliaries necessary for operation, including turbo charging and charge air cooling equipment shall be supplied as applicable. The rating of the engine shall be capable of continuous operation as defined in BS 5514. The rating shall include both full and 110% full load for 1 hour operation.
Fuel injection shall be enclosed in-line direct fuel injection type with diaphragm type fuel lift pumps. Full flow filters with replaceable elements shall be fitted and 24V fuel solenoid shall be provided.
The engine shall be suitable for operation by using fuel oil to BS 2869, DIN 51 601 or as recommended by the manufacturer.
The construction of the engine shall facilitate on site maintenance and repairs including access to and removal of pistons and connecting rods. The engine and A.C. generator shall be mounted on a common, rigid bed plate supported on spring type anti vibration mountings Means for lifting and moving the set into position shall be provided.
The engine speed governing system shall be in accordance with BS 5514: part 4 to meet the specified values of tolerances. Means for manual adjustments of engine speed in a range of 5 percent from the rated speed under all specified load conditions shall be provided at the control panel.
An engine over speed protection device shall be provided in accordance with BS 5514: part 6 (ISO 4046/6).
The engine lubrication system shall include a large capacity oil sump within the base plate of the plant. The sump shall be fitted with gear type oil pump with full flow or filters on the suction and delivery sides. A bypass pressure relief valve shall be fitted in the pump delivery. Drip trays shall be fitted to collect any spillage of oil and collecting drained oil.
The lubrication system shall provide a continuous, automatic lubrication to all moving parts (without any manual intervention). The system shall also include oil cooler, crankcase breather pipe, manual lubrication facility for priming, sump drain pipe to facilitate oil drainage from the side of the skid and a dipstick.
The engine coolant shall be circulated by a gear driven centrifugal pump mounted on the engine. A thermostatically controlled valve shall be provided in the cooling system to assist rapid heating of water temperature during the starting of the engine and to provide temperature control when engine is running.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 49 of 60 An electric immersion heater connected to mains supply shall be fitted to maintain the engine jacket water temperature to assist quick starting of the engine in cold environment i.e. when the ambient temperature is below 100C. The cooling system shall be closed loop type with set mounted or remote radiator with integral fan. The radiator fan shall be either directly driven from the engine or driven by an electric motor connected to generator electrical supply. The radiator fan shall be sized to accommodate the pressure drops in duct works, louvers and attenuators used in the installation of the emergency plant.
The cooling system shall include all pipe works, valves, sensors, heaters, etc, to provide satisfactory operation of the diesel generator set under the specified loading and ambient conditions.
Care must be taken to see that the surface to which the generator is bolted is aligned in all direction so as to avoid bearing trouble.
Engine mounted radiators shall be connected to radiator exhaust louvers, by means of a fire retardant flexible cowling connection as necessary and as applicable.
Starting System
The engine starting system shall be capable of starting and running the engine at rated cranking speed required for satisfactory ignition.
Engine shall be started by means of battery operated starter motors, mounted on the engine flywheel housing. Where two starter motors are used for starting, each motor shall be capable of providing the required starting duty at the lowest specified ambient temperature. The starter motors shall be disengaged from the engine, when the engine fires or when the starting sequence is de-energized. Starter batteries shall be sealed maintenance free, lead acid type and shall have a capacity required for the above starting operation and to initiate three starting cycles.
Batteries shall be located close to the engine with the leads between the batteries and the engine duly protected against physical damage.
The batteries shall be easily accessible for maintenance and inspection. Constant voltage type battery charger with monitoring instrumentation shall be provided for charging the starter batteries. The battery charger shall be automatically disconnected during the engine starting.
Alternator
The alternator shall be brushless, salient pole and with revolving field and self regulating alternator. The alternator shall be continuously rated in accordance with BS 5000: part 99, and shall be capable of providing 110% output for 1 hour in any 12 hour duty period.
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Contractor should take care that the air entering the alternator is not preheated by passing over any hot body such as the engine or its exhaust system.
The alternator shall be of fabricated steel construction with ball and roller bearing, dynamically balanced and with rotating field salient pole construction with heavy damper windings.
The machine shall have an A.C exciter and liberally rated silicon diode assembly with a built-in excitation system and automatic voltage regulator (AVR). It shall be screen protected, drip proof and with a large terminal box.
Positive voltage build up shall be ensured by the permanent magnets in the exciter field. Constant output voltage control shall be achieved by a transistorized voltage regulator which adjusts the exciter field current to compensate for all normal variations.
AVR components shall be contained within an enclosure mounted on the alternator. The enclosure shall be isolated from any vibration forces transmitted from the generator. Where diesel generating sets are to operate in parallel, the alternator regulation characteristics shall be designed to facilitate such operation, including provision for manual adjustments of characteristics at site.
Insulation to windings of the alternator shall be rated Class H as a minimum standard. All windings shall be fully impregnated for tropical climates, with high quality oil resistant varnish.
Radio interference suppression of the alternator/regulator shall comply with the requirements of BSEN 55014 and BS 1597.
The voltage regulation limits shall be within percent under all conditions of load, power factor and temperature variations from cold to hot.
Voltage drift shall be negligible. Total harmonic content in the line voltage waveform shall be in the range of 3 percent
Generator Set Mounting
The generator set shall be vibrationally isolated from structure on spring type anti- vibration mountings. There shall be no rigid connections between the generator set and the structure.
The spring type vibration isolators shall preferably be constructed from suitably treated and finished steel or steel alloys. They shall be equipped with rubber, neoprene or glass fibre acoustic pads to prevent transmission of high frequencies.
Spring type isolators shall have auxiliary dampers or adjustable snubber type restraints to prevent excessive movements as the machine speed passes through resonant frequency of the mounting system.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 51 of 60 Coupling System The coupling system shall be of unit construction which forms the engine and generator into one unit of exceptional strength and ensures perfect alignment.
The alternator end shield and the engine flywheel housing faces shall be fully machined with spigots concentric to their shafts. The machined flanges mounted on the alternator shall be connected to the flywheel housing flange by steel bolts.
A flexible rubber block coupling shall be fitted between the engine and alternator to provide the drive and absorb the transmission of shock loads. The torsional flexibility shall be designed to match the torsional characteristics of the system to prevent resonant conditions.
Engine Control Panel and Protective Devices
The engine control panel should be environmentally sealed, solid state micro processor-based modules for engine control, A/C metering and shall include an oil pressure gauge, coolant temperature gauge, battery charge rate ammeter, run/stop/ remote selector switch, level gauges for the bulk fuel tank and engine monitoring system. The panel shall incorporate all receiving auxiliary contacts for connections of wiring to a remote start/stop control and a remote annuciator panel as described hereinafter.
Engine monitoring system shall be provided with individual fault lamps to indicate low oil pressure, high coolant temperature, engine over speed and over crank. All above indicators shall simultaneously shut down the engine. A lamp test switch shall be provided to indicate status of various indicating lamps.
The generating set shall include a complete engine start/stop control to start the engine on closing the relevant contact and to stop the engine on opening the contact. A cranking limiter shall be provided to open the starting circuit in approximately 45 to 90 sec if the engine is not started within that time.
Exhaust System
Exhaust system shall include a residential silencer including flexible exhaust fitting, properly sized and installed according to the manufacturer's recommendation. Silencer shall be mounted so that its weight is not supported by the engine. Exhaust pipe shall have sufficient size to ensure that exhaust back pressure does not exceed the maximum limitations specified by the generator set manufacturer.
The muffler and indoor exhaust piping shall be lagged to maintain a surface temperature not to exceed 650C. The insulation shall be installed so that it does not interfere with the functioning of the flexible exhaust fittings.
Flexible gastight connection pieces shall be provided in the exhaust pipe line to allow for thermal expansion and to prevent vibration being transmitted from the engine.
A clearance hole shall be allowed where exhaust pipe passes through to avoid overheating of the surrounding wall. PRPOSED COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT FOR MR. ALI SALEH. T. NASSER AL NEYADI ME-9 PLOT C-128 MUSSAFAH- ABU DHABI, U.A.E FILE NO. 1074
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Base Frame Construction
The combined engine-generator unit shall be bolted to a separate sub-frame which will be attached to a main frame through RESILIENT MOUNTINGS so providing complete protection from engine vibration for the control gear, radiator and other set mounted components. Mountings under the set will not be considered.
The generator shall be mounted on spring type restrained vibration isolators having a static deflection of 50 mm under load conditions.
Air inlet and exhaust attenuators shall be fitted in builders work to reduce the transmitted noise to specified levels. The generator room shall have appropriate acoustic treatments having a minimum sound transmission loss of 45dB STG.
Base frame shall have four lifting points.
Daily Fuel Tank and Fuel Lift Pump
A daily fuel tank with sufficient fuel capacity for at least 8 hours duty on full load shall be provided, in a suitable location in the room. A dial type fuel gauge, fuel filter inlet and outlet connections, drain plug and all feed and return fuel pipe shall be fitted to the tank complete with hose for filling purposes.
An electrical or manual fuel lift pump shall be supplied and installed near the daily fuel tank to lift fuel automatically or manually from the bulk storage tank (if available) to the daily storage tank. Necessary float switches to operate lift pump shall be provided.
Mechanically held transfer switch
The transfer switch unit shall be electrically operated and mechanically held. The electrical operator shall be a single-solenoid mechanism, momentarily energized to minimize power consumption and heat generation.
The switch shall be positively locked and unaffected by voltage variations or momentary outages so that contact pressure is maintained at a constant value and temperature rise at the contacts is minimized for maximum reliability and operating life. The switch shall be mechanically interlocked to ensure only one of two possible positions - Normal or Emergency.
All main contacts shall be of silver composition.
ATS utilizing components of moulded case circuit breakers or contactors could be considered with price justification and to the approval of Local Power Authorities and acceptance of Engineer.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 53 of 60 The inspection of all contacts, linkages and moving parts shall be possible from the front of the switch without disassembly of operating linkages and without disconnection of power conductors. A manual operating handle shall be provided for maintenance purposes. The handle shall permit the operator to manually stop the contacts at any point throughout the entire travel to properly inspect and service the contacts when required.
By-pass - Isolation Switch
The isolation switch shall provide manual bypass of the load to either source and permit isolation of the automatic transfer switch from both source and load power conductors. All main contacts shall be manually driven.
Power interconnections shall be silver-plated copper bus bar. Separate bypass and isolation handles shall be utilized to provide clear distinction between the two functions.
The by-pass handle shall provide three operating modes; by pass to normal, automatic and by pass to emergency.
When the by-pass switch is at the automatic mode the by pass contacts shall be all open so they will not be subjected to fault currents.
The isolation handle shall provide three operating modes; closed, test and open.
The test mode shall permit testing of the entire emergency power system including the automatic transfer switch without any interruption to the load.
The open mode shall completely isolate the automatic transfer switch from all source and load power conductors.
When the isolation switch is in the test or open mode, the bypass switch shall function as a manual transfer switch allowing transfer and retransfer of the load between the two available sources without the feedback of load regenerated voltage to the transfer switch.
Transfer and retransfer operation shall comply with paragraph 42.7 of UL1008.
Microprocessor control module
The control module shall direct the operation of the transfer switch. The module's sensing and logic shall be controlled by a built-in microprocessor for maximum reliability, minimum maintenance and inherent digital communications capability.
The control module shall be connected to the transfer switch by an interconnecting wiring harness. The harness shall include a keyed disconnect plug to enable the control module to be disconnected from the transfer switch for routine maintenance.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 54 of 60 The control module shall be completely enclosed with a protective cover and be mounted separately from the transfer switch unit for safety and ease of maintenance.
Sensing and control logic shall be provided on plug-in printed circuit boards for maximum reliability. Interfacing relays shall be industrial control grade plug-in type with dust covers.
All relays shall be identical to minimize the number of unique parts.
The control panel shall meet or exceed the voltage surge withstand capacity in accordance with IEEE relevant standards, and the impulse withstand voltage test in accordance with the proposed NEMA standard ICS 1-109.
Operation of the Set
The diesel generating set shall be used as "Mains failure" set with automatic start up after a pre-set time during a power failure. Start-up signal for the generator shall be initiated in the event of;
- Complete main failure in one or all phases of main supply. - Drop or increase in main voltage (adjustable from 2.5% to 10%). - Unbalance in main phase voltage of 2.5%. The generator set shall be capable of supplying various emergency and essential electric loads as a single unit.
The generator set shall be suitable for operation under local climatic conditions, as specified.
The emergency generating set shall be designed so that is can take a sudden load of its rated output and stabilize its speed and voltage in less than 5 seconds. It shall be capable of carrying full load within 2 minutes after having been first loaded.
Should the engine fail to start in 25 seconds following a power interruption, the emergency plant shall come to rest for 10 second. Two further attempts shall be automatically performed with intermediate period of rest.
It shall be possible to operate the generator set manually for testing and normal operation purposes. After the restoration of normal power to above 90% of its rated value for an adjustable period of time (setting 2 to 60 minutes) the change over switch shall automatically revert to its normal operation. The emergency plant shall stop only after a cool down time (setting for 1 to 30 minutes).
Control modules shall be single phase for single phase power sources and three phases for three phase power sources. A selector switch shall be included in the three phase control modules to enable temporary operation on single phase power sources.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 55 of 60 The voltage of each phase of the normal source shall be monitored, with pick-up adjustable from 85 to 100% and drop out adjustable from 75 to 98% of pick-up setting both in increments of 1%, and shall be fully field-adjustable without the use of any tools, meters or power supplies. Repetitive accuracy of settings shall be 2% or better over an operating temperature range of -20o to +70oC. Settings at factory shall be 90% for pick-up and 85% for dropout.
Single phase voltage sensing of the emergency source shall be provided with a pick-up adjustable from 85 to 100% and frequency sensing with pick-up adjustable from 90 to 100%. Both voltage and frequency settings shall be fully field adjustable in 1% steps increment. Repetitive accuracy of settings shall be minimum +2% at an operating temperature range of -20oC to +70oC.
The control module shall include four time delays that are fully field adjustable:
Time delay adjustable from 0 to 6 seconds to override momentary normal source outages to delay all transfer switch and engine starting signals. Transfer to emergency time delay adjustable from 0 to 5 minutes.
Retransfer to normal time delay adjustable from 0 to 30 minutes. This time delay is automatically by passed if emergency source fails and normal source is acceptable.
Unloaded running time delay for emergency engine generator cools down, adjustable from 0 to 60 minutes.
10 AMPs rated contacts, 32 V DC shall be provided for low voltage engine start signal when the normal source fails. The start signal shall prevent dry cranking of the generator by requiring the generator to reach proper output, and to run from the duration of the cool down setting regardless of whether the normal sources restores before the load is transferred.
A momentary type test switch shall provide to simulate a normal source failure.
Terminals for remote contacts operation shall be provided.
A visual position indicator shall be provided to indicate by- pass isolation switch position.
Pilot lights shall indicate availability of power sources and automatic transfer switch position.
An instruction plate shall be provided.
Auxiliary contracts shall be provided to signal the actual availability of the normal and emergency sources.
Operators manual shall be furnished with each ATS providing installation and operating instructions.
The Automatic transfer switch shall comply with UL 1008, NFPA70, NFPA99, NFPA110, IEEE, NEMA and IES relevant standards.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 56 of 60 Proper factory test with a test certificate of all parameters of the ATS shall be provided prior to installation.
Finish
All sheet steel used shall be zinc coated for rust protection. Sets shall be painted with an etching primer and finished with a high gloss grey paint grade 632 to BS 381C, or approved equal.
Alarm Annunciator
Annunciator shall be constructed of sturdy sheet steel enclosure having a removable front panel and adapter ring.
Annunciator shall be a flush mounting unit. The face of the front panel shall incorporate nine lamps, an audible alarm, a toggle switch marked NORMAL and OFF, and a lamp test push-button switch. The printed circuits internal wiring, terminal block and battery voltage sensors shall be accessible on removing the front panel.
The following indications, alarms and lockouts shall be included in the control panel:
Indication Lamp, identification Label, Color, Function
- Mains available R.Y.B Indication - Mains on load Green Indication - Set on stand-by Green Indication - Set on manual Amber warning lamp - Mains failed Red Alarm - Set on load Green Indication - Control switch off Red Alarm - Control switch manual Amber warning /Alarm - Set failed to start Red (Flashing) Alarm/Lockout Generator overload relay tripped Red Alarm - Earth fault relay tripped Red Alarm/Lockout - Circuit breaker open Green Indication - Circuit breaker closed Amber Indication - Circuit breaker tripped Red Indication - High engine temperature Amber warning /Light
Additionally following indication lamp shall be provided to show the status of the generator set:
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Annunciator panel shall operate on DC source taken from the batteries of the generator it-self.
The indication lamps shall be twin long life LED type.
In all cases, the re-set of lock out shall be done manually. Lamps shall continue to light until the fault is reset.
Lamp test facility shall be provided to check the status of lamps.
Alarm and lockout system shall not operate during normal shut down operation.
SCHEDULE OF REQUIREMENTS
SCHEDULE NO. 1 Generator set reference: .............. Type of generating set operation: Prime/standby Load data Nominal voltage Nominal current Frequency Steady state voltage tolerance Maximum load step change Duration of load step change Voltage dip Frequency tolerance Location of site Altitude Air temperature range Relative humidity range Concrete foundation: isolated/non-isolated.
SCHEDULE NO. 2
Engine and Alternator Details (to be filled by the Sub-Contractor). Generator set reference : Manufacturer and type No. : Rated power/efficiency : Rated voltage : Rated current : Rated frequency : Power factor : Overload capacity : Method of engine starting : Type of cooling : Type of governor and Class (BS 5514: Part 4) : PRPOSED COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT FOR MR. ALI SALEH. T. NASSER AL NEYADI ME-9 PLOT C-128 MUSSAFAH- ABU DHABI, U.A.E FILE NO. 1074
1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 58 of 60 Type of fuel : Fuel consumption at full load : Exhaust system details : Sound annunciator details : Alternator Details : - Degree of Protection : - Method of cooling : - Insulation class : - Maximum temperature rise : - Rated ambient temperature : - Method of excitation : - Bearing Types :
Safety
All external electrical and mechanical connections shall be with flexible end connections to allow free movements of the diesel generator set on resilient mountings. All exposed mounting parts shall be fully guarded to prevent contact by personnel. Guards shall comply with BS 5304, and shall be removable for maintenance purposes.
A permanently fixed warning notice with 6mm white lettering on a red background shall be fixed to the set in a prominent position.
The warning shall be as follows:
"THE GENERATING SET IS UNDER AUTOMATIC CONTROL AND MAY START AT ANY TIME WITHOUT WARNING"
EXECUTION
Generator Earthing
Generator shall have its neutral solidly connected to the system earth through the transfer switch. No local system earthing means shall be used as it would create a multiple earthing of the neutral which may cause stray currents. Alternatively the Sub-Sub-Contractor may use a local earthing of the neutral if he uses an overlapping neutral transfer contact in the automatic transfer switch.
Generator frame shall be connected to the equipment earthing system through a separate equipment earth conductor. Additionally, a local earth electrode might be required if generator is appreciably remote from the main electrical room. Neutral and frame of generator shall not be bonded except in the case of local neutral earthing as mentioned above.
The generator set earthing shall be separate from the general earthing of the building.
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Electrical Motors
All motors shall be constructed and type tested in compliance with relevant sections of BS4999 and BS5000 these shall be of totally enclosed fan cooled (TEFC) type either with foot mounting or flange mounting suitable for its application. Unless otherwise specified, motors shall be designed for continuous running duty type SI for operation during three years without maintenance. Motors shall be suitable for direct on-line starting. They shall be of such size as to drive adequately their associated equipment under the range of operating conditions, without overloading. Windings shall be insulated with Class F insulation material to BS 2757, and temperature rise of winding shall be Class B (i.e. maximum of 80 Deg. C. as measured by resistance method).
All the motors shall be provided with a substantial earthing terminal tapped into the frame or clamping device located on the cable and box side of the motor. When air inlets are protected by a screen, such a screen shall be of corrosion resistant material.
Terminal connections shall be constructed in such a way that direct contact between screws, bolts or nuts and the conductor is avoided.
The terminals shall be alphabetically or numerically marked in such a way that the cyclic sequence in time of the supply corresponds to the sequence of terminal markings, the direction of rotation is clockwise when facing the driving end.
The terminal box shall be of sturdy construction with ample space for connecting cables. An earthing bolt of adequate size shall be provided inside the terminal box for connecting to the cable earthing. This will be in addition to the earthing bolt provided in the motor enclosure. The terminal box shall be adequately weatherproofed with a suitable non-sticking reusable non hygroscopic gasket material.
These terminal boxes also shall be provided with suitable cable sealing end boxes or cable glands. The rating plate shall be made of a corrosion-resistant metallic material, fixed to a non removable part of the frame, and shall be marked with the appropriate items in accordance with IEC 34-1, whereby the value given shall be those actually measure.
In addition to these items the following information shall be indicated:
a) Type of enclosure in accordance with IEC 34-5 (IP classification). b) Locked rotor torque in of rated torque. Locked motor current in of rated current. c) Allowable running-up time in seconds (ART) bearing type, size, fit regreasing period and type of grease. d) Net weight e) Purchase order number.
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1- ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL ELECTRICAL WORKS 60 of 60 The frame shall be painted in accordance with manufacturers standards. However, the painting shall at least consist of one coat of primer and two coats of oil-resistant finishing paint.
Motor Starters All the motors shall be provided with heavy duty contractor type motor starters, generally complying with the following:
2.5 HP and below direct-on-line starting. 2.5 HP 50 HP Star-Delta starting.
The Contractors shall be 4-pole units designed for use on AC. The magnet and contact movements shall be horizontal. The contacts shall be double-break, butt type and each moving contact shall be individually spring-loaded. All fixed and moving contacts shall be of silver-cadmium oxide.
The Contractor coils shall be of the continuous rated type. These coils shall be wound on moulded formers and shall be vacuum imoregnated. These Contractors shall be type tested to AC3 rating. Thermal overload relays shall be provided as an integral part for all the starters.
These shall be factory calibrated, ambient temperature compensated and sealed, each provided with Auto/Manual reset control. These relays shall provide accurate and consistent protection on 3 phase overloads and accelerated tripping under single-phase conditions. Trip alarm contacts shall be incorporated in these relays as an integral part.
Each Contractor shall be provided with an adequate number of auxiliary switches of N/O and N/C types. All Star-Delta starters shall be provided with mechanical and electrical interlocks for Star and Delta Contractor assemblies to prevent accidental short-circuiting.
Adjustable time delay devices shall be incorporated for all Star Delta Starters.
All the starters shall be manufactured and type-tested in accordance with BS4941 part1, BS 4941 part 2, IEC 292-1 and IEC 292-2, as relevant to the type of starter.
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EARTHING SYSTEM
GENERAL SPECIFICATION
CONTENTS
1.0 GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCE 1.2 DESCRIPTION OF WORK 1.3 QUALITY CONTROL ASSURANCE 1.4 CODES AND STANDARDS 1.5 SUBMITTALS
2.0 PRODUCTS
2.1 EARTHING SYSTEM MATERIALS 2.2 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
3.0 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION 3.2 TESTING AND COMMISSIONING
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1.0 GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCE
Conform to General Requirements for Electrical Services of Division 16.
1.2 DESCRIPTION OF WORK
Supply, installation, testing and commissioning of complete earthing system as specified hereafter and as indicated in the related system drawings. Scope of work shall include but not limited to the following for each building:
a) Main earthing system of the building consists of ECC conductors, earth bars, earth pits, all related accessories including bonding and terminations.
b) Earthed equipontential bonding of all exposed and extraneous conductive parts.
c) Earthing system for the telephone and data communication system including ECC conductors, earth bars, earth pits, all related accessories including bonding and terminations.
d) Clean earth arrangement for the power distribution and power outlets feeding computer terminals and related equipment.
e) Substation earthing system including transformer neutral earthing.
f) Earthing system for Generator sets.
g) Earthing system for the external electrical services including Pump rooms of water features, external lighting poles, etc.
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1.3 QUALITY CONTROL / ASSURANCE
Design, manufacture, testing and method of installation of all apparatus and materials furnished under requirements of these specifications shall conform to latest publications or standard rules of the following:
a) Abu Dhabi Distribution Company (ADDC) regulations for electrical installation works and Department of Civil Defense requirements.
b) Etisalat Standards and requirements
c) Regulations for the Electrical Equipment of Buildings (IEE), (BS) London.
d) British Standards.
The Quality Control / Assurance duties shall be performed by the Contractor. The system of Quality Control / Assurance / Assurance verification shall be in accordance with ISO 9000 standards of quality assurance.
1.4 CODES AND STANDARDS
The following codes and standards to the extent specified herein, form a part of this specification. When and edition date is not indicated for a Code or Standard the latest edition enforce at the time of proposal submitted shall apply.
CP 1013 BS Code of Practice Earthing BS 7671 BS Requirement for Electrical Installation BS 7430 BS for earthing system, material and testing. BS 2784 & BS 970 BS for earthing material, solid copper rods and accessories. ADDC Abu Dhabi Distribution Company
1.5 SUBMITTALS
The CONTRACTOR shall submit the following drawings and documents related with each electrical system for CONSULTANT / PROJ ECT MANAGER approval:
a) Original catalogues for various proposed components. b) Schedule of Accessories and Fittings. c) Test Certificates.
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2.0 PRODUCTS
2.1 EARTHING SYSTEM MATERIALS
Earthing system materials shall include the following:
a) Bonding Conductors b) Earth continuity conductors c) 150mm2 earth bar risers. d) 150mm2 copper tape, earth pits & wells. e) Earth grid bar. f) Thermal welding kits and accessories. g) Lugs, terminals, clamps, accessories etc. h) Any other material indicated on the drawing or required by BS7430, BS7671. i) Copper earth rods.
2.2 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
2.2.1. The complete installation covered by this specification shall be efficiently bonded back to the main switchboards through the metal sheating of cables, the steel conduit, the trunking system and earth wires/bars.
2.2.2. The nominal cross-sectional area of all earth continuity conductors shall be in accordance with IEE regulations and to ADDC approval. The earth wire size shall be equal to the phase wire if the conductor cross section is less than 16 square millimeter and shall have half of the phase conductor size for sizes higher than 16 square millimeter.
2.2.3. A 150mm2 earth bar riser shall be installed in each electrical room and shall be connected to a 6mm x 50mm x length (as shown on the plan). Earth bar with enough number of ways and mounted on high impact uPVC channel with disconnecting link provided in each electrical room and shall be connected to the individual switchboard earth bar through a cable sized in accordance to IEE Regulations and to the equipotential bonding conductor connecting metal conduits, trunking systems, metal frames, enclosures, cable sheaths, A/C duct work, pipe riser etc.
A clean earth 150mm2 copper bar riser shall as well as be installed and shall be connected to clean earth bar similar to the earth bar specified above and installed in each electrical room. This bar shall provide clean earth to all the clean earth power outlets.
2.2.4. The above mentioned earth bars riser shall be connected through 150mm2 copper tape to separate earth pits with removable concrete cover.
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2.2.5. All such earth pits and wells shall be connected together and with the lightning protection system pit in order to create and earth grid extending throughout the site in the form of an earth ring with branches connected to the equipment and building to be earthed. The earth grid shall comprise copper earthing cable with green/yellow PVC sheathing.
2.2.6. All switchboards, metal conduit and trunking systems, metal frames, enclosures, lighting fittings and cables sheaths shall be bonded together and connected through 16mm2 PVC cable to the earth bar of the appropriate switchboard. Similarly all earth pins and metallic plates of socket outlets, switches, accessories and enclosures shall be bonded to earth with earth continuity conductors. Each individual earth path shall be electrically continuous throughout its length from the farthest point of the associated part of the system back to the main earth. 2.2.7. Where separate pieces of apparatus connected to different phase are, of necessity erected or positioned less than two meters apart, and equipotential bonding conductor or single core 70mm2 PVC sheathed shall be installed between such pieces of apparatus.
2.2.8. In the substations, earth grid bus shall be provided and shall connect all the electrical equipment to the earth pit.
2.2.9. The star point of the transformers shall be solidly earthed through separate earth well and to ADDC approval.
2.2.10. All earthing cables shall be installed in accordance with the relevant requirements called for in the cables section of this specification.
2.2.11. All wires and cables shall be protected against mechanical stress and corrosion. All joints between wires and earthing metal work shall be mechanically sound and bimetallic connector shall be used wherever necessary.
2.2.12. All bonding leads shall be carried out using threaded fittings, lockout/hardware, thermite welding or any other method approved by the Consultant/ Project Manager.
2.2. 13. A test connection link shall be provided for testing purpose.
a) Earthwell
Earthwells shall be provided if required only to provide the earth grid at the chiller yard and at substations. Earth well with 100 mm diameter GS pipe shall be driven upto the water table. An earth bar shall be welded to the top of the earth well for branch connections. The well shall be protected by a concrete housing with MS or concrete cover of 250mm x 250mm x 10mm at grade level.
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b) Earth pits
20mm diameter copper earth rod shall be driven to a minimum depth of 6M and an earth bar shall be provided to the top of the earth pit for branch connections. Earth pit shall be protected by concrete housing and MS or concrete cover at grade level. Bentonite shall be provided in the pit around the earth rod.
The number / depth of pits shall be sufficient to make the system resistance less than one ohm.
Earth cables shall be buried at a minimum depth of 500mm after coordinating the same with other services.
3.0 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
3.1.1 The whole of the earthing and bonding shall be installed and tested in accordance with the requirements of the IEE Wiring Regulations, Local Authority requirements and this specification.
3.1.2 All enclosures, equipment, exposed conductive parts, extraneous conductive parts, metallic trunking, metallic conduits, metallic cable trays and other metalwork, other than any live part, forming protection to or part of the electrical installation, including apparatus and appliances, shall be effectively bonded to earth.
3.1.3 Provide an earth bar 650mm long and 90mm width as minimum on the wall of each electrical, mechanical and plant rooms and connect to the enclosure and ground buses of all equipment in the room.
3.1.4 Remove non-conductive coatings from threads or other contact surfaces to ensure good electrical continuity.
3.1.5 Protect all exposed grounding conductors from mechanical damage.
3.1.6 Soldered joints are not permitted.
3.2 TESTING AND COMMISSIONING
3.2.1 General
a) The complete installation shall be tested and inspected to ensure that it complies with the requirements of this Specification, the IEE Wiring Regulations, British Standards and the Local Authorities. The tests shall be carried out in accordance with the IEE Wiring Regulations and to the satisfaction of the CONSULTANT/PROJ ECT MANAGER.
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b) The inspection and tests shall be carried out in the same sequence as set out in the IEE Wiring Regulations, Local Authorities and in such time as to allow any remedial work to be completed prior to Practical Completion of the project.
c) The earth resistance shall not exceed 1 ohm.
d) All the portal frames shall be ring earthed 50mm size and all the joint to be 35mm size and to be connected to the main earth pit.
e) Tests shall be carried out strictly in accordance with a programme to be agreed with THE CONSULTANT/PROJ ECT MANAGER prior to commencement of such tests. Facilities shall be provided for witnessing of such tests.
f) All instruments necessary for inspection and testing shall be supplied and shall be properly calibrated and operated by personnel skilled in their use.
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LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEM
GENERAL SPECIFICATION
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LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEM
GENERAL SPECIFICATION
CONTENTS
1.0 GENERAL 2.0 MATERIALS 3.0 BONDING 4.0 TESTING 5.0 RECORDS 6.0 MAINTENANCE
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1.0 GENERAL
The Specialist Lightning Protection Installer shall provide a lightning protection system completely in accordance with
BSEN 62305 (I IV): 2006 CENELEC standard for Lightning Protection
BS EN 50164-1: 2000 Lightning Protection Components (LPC) Part 1: Requirements for connection components.
BS EN 50164-2: 2000 Lightning Protection Components (LPC) Part 2: Requirements for conductors and earth electrodes.
The lightning protection installation shall consist of air termination network, down conductors, earthing and bonding to prevent side flashing.
The Specialist Lightning Protection Installer shall submit the Risk Evaluation and the achieved Lightning Protection Level (LPL) calculation based on BS EN 62305 Part 2. In the absence of such an evaluation employment of LPL - I will be deemed mandatory. The Specialist Lightning Protection Installer shall then submit the shop drawings based on the achieved LPL and shall employ the air termination network consisting of mesh of either 5m x 5m or less, in co-ordination with rolling sphere (size as per the protection level). All the service entries to the structure i.e. power line, telecom line, gas line, water line etc. shall be protected by installing current surge protectors (either 25KA or 18.75KA or 12.5 KA rating), depending on the Lightning Protection Level (LPL) to be used to bring down the risk (R) below the tolerable risk level ().
The Specialist Lightning Protection Installer shall use 25x3 mm bare copper tape of 99.99% purity (complying with BS EN 13601), (or PVC coated as the case may require, complying with the same) to form the air-termination mesh on the uppermost part of the structure (typically the roof) and ring conductor around the structure (the spacing between the ring conductors shall depend on the size of the rolling sphere) to prevent from side flashes.
Air termination network should be extended and its determined by using rolling sphere method.
This method involves rolling an imaginary sphere of 20m or 30m or 45m or 60m radius (depending on the Lightning Protection Level to be used) over structure to require protection.
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Typically, if LPL I is employed, then the first horizontal conductor shall be at 20m level (from ground). From 20m to 120m, horizontal conductors shall be installed at every 20 meters or every 5 floors. From 120m up to 400 meters, horizontal conductors shall be installed at every 10 meters or every 3 floors, from 400 meters and above, the horizontal conductors shall be installed at every 5 meters or every floor. However, if the structure is more than 120m in height then the top 20% of the building height is protected using ring conductors every floor and then follow the above rule.
Based on the above the Specialist Lightning Protection Installer shall use 25x3mm copper tape as ring conductor and this tape should be bonded to all down conductors around the periphery and a branch conductor to be taken horizontally and all these down conductors to be bonded to the aluminium cladding wall using bi-metallic clamps.
Any roof (e.g. staircase) on top of the main roof shall have air termination network and it shall be connected to lower roof network.
All the fixing clips for the copper tape shall be metallic (complying with Class H of the electrical testing based on BSEN 50164) and shall be fixed at an interval of 500mm (1000 mm fixing distance for fixing conductors on vertical surface up to 20m from the ground level and on the horizontal surface i.e. roof).
The down conductors shall be placed around the periphery of the building. A minimum of two re-enforcing bars shall be used as down conductors in each column. The minimum overlap dimension to connect two re-bars shall be at least 20 times the diameter of the re-bar. If it not practical to arc-weld two re-bars then suitable clamps should be used at a distance of each 10cm till the above dimension is achieved. Re- enforcement bars in the designated columns should be used as down conductors, with a suitable junction box to be recessed at approx. 500mm above the ground for the test link.
The electrical continuity of the reinforcing bars shall be determined by electrical testing between the uppermost part and the ground level. The overall electrical resistance should not be greater than 0.2, measured using test equipment suitable for this purpose. If this value is not achieved, or it is not practical to conduct such testing, the reinforcing bar shall not be used as a natural down conductor.
The composite glass panel shall be bonded to all the down conductors at the various slab levels as per the rolling sphere spacing by using bi-metallic clamps complying to BSEN 50164.
The earthing shall be done as per local authorities requirements. A minimum of 2400 mm solid copper electrode shall be provided with each down conductor separately. However, the Specialist Lightning Protection Installer shall submit the calculation for deciding the number of earth rods in each earth pit. Wherever the soil resistivity is low (typically below <20 m), the Specialist Lightning Protection Installer must use either solid copper rods or stainless steel rods to ensure the longitivity of the earth termination network. PRPOSED COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT FOR MR. ALI SALEH. T. NASSER AL NEYADI ME-9 PLOT C-128 MUSSAFAH- ABU DHABI, U.A.E FILE NO. 1074
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The complete Lightning Protection System measured at any point, should not exceed 10 ohms. With the test clamp disconnected, the resistance of each individual earth should be no more than ten times the number of down conductors in the complete system.
The LV and the IT earth should in no case exceed 1 ohm.
The terminated head of each electrode shall be located in a light weight inspection pit. If clear earth is not available, then the Specialist Lightning Protection Installer has to install the earth pit inside the building using double flange earth electrode seals.
The double flange earth seals should be designed for use in concrete slabs of nominal thickness from 300mm to 5000mm thick, the seal will withstand water pressure up to 80 psi equal to a 55 meter head of water. The earth seal flange shall be free from dust / debris, grease/paint before pouring of the concrete. A specialist installer should be employed to do the installation or shall be done under the supervision of the manufacturer or the manufacturers authorized representative.
Specialist Lightning Protection Installer also has to ensure, based on BSEN 62305 IV, that suitable coordinated over-voltage surge protection devices with an extra low let through voltage are used for protecting any terminal devices i.e. DBs feeding critical services or even the local critical electrical gadget.
All metallic parts protruding outside the extended air termination network (e.g. balcony hand rails etc) shall be connected to the air termination using suitable clamps (material complying to BSEN 50164) at every floor wherever the horizontal conductor is applied. The equipments on the roof (i.e. Chiller units etc) shall be protected using vertical air terminals of suitable height so that it provides the zone of protection. This air terminal shall be installed at a suitable separation distance so that the partial lightning current doesnt flow through the equipment. The cable from the equipment shall be protected using an over voltage protector. The equipment shall not be bonded to the air termination network. Specialist Lightning Protection Installer shall give the calculation of the suitable separation distance.
The Specialist Lightning Protection Installer shall install suitable surge protectors at local power distribution boards feeding vulnerable equipment, in order to protect these against transients generated downstream of the protectors in 1, above. (These transients may be the result of inductive coupling or electrical switching.)
Protectors shall be tested in accordance with the requirements of: BS EN 62305:2006 Electrical & Electronics Systems Protection within structures (Part 4), BS 2914:1972 Specification for surge diverters for alternating current power circuits,
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Protectors for a given Location Category shall be rated for a High Exposure Level (as defined by BS EN 62305 - 4), unless contrary information is available.
The protector must not interfere with or restrict the systems normal operation. It should not: corrupt the normal mains power supply break or shutdown the power supply during operation have an excessive earth leakage current.
The protector shall be rated for a peak discharge current of no less than 10kA (8/20:s waveform) between any two conductors (phase to neutral, phase to earth and neutral to earth).
The protector shall limit the transient voltage to below equipment susceptibility levels. Unless otherwise stated, the peak transient let-through voltage shall not exceed 600 volts, for protectors with a nominal working voltage of 230 or 240 volts, when tested in accordance with BS EN 62305 Part - 4 (6kV 1.2/50 s open circuit voltage, 3kA 8/20s short circuit current).
This peak transient let-through voltage shall not be exceeded for all combinations of conductors: phase to neutral phase to earth neutral to earth.
Mains protectors (installed in shunt/parallel) should have continuous indication of its protection status and the presence of power. Status indication should clearly show per phase: full protection present reduced protection - replacement required no protection - failure of protector.
Remove indication of status (including loss of phase/supply) should also be possible via a volt free contact.
The status indication should warn of protection failure between all combinations of conductors, including neutral to earth. (Otherwise a potentially dangerous short circuit between neutral and earth could go undetected for some time.) This should include early warning of excessive neutral to earth voltages.
The protector shall be supplied with detailed installation instructions. The installer must comply with the installation practice detailed by the protector manufacturer. The Specialist Lightning Protection Installer shall also install transient over voltage protectors on all data communication/signal/telephone lines in order to protect equipment connected to the line, against transient over voltages. (Where data lines link equipment in separate buildings, transient over voltage protectors should be installed at both ends of the line in order to protect both pieces of equipment.)
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Protectors shall be tested in accordance with the requirements of: BS EN 62305:2006 Electrical & Electronics Systems Protection within structures (Part 4), CCITT IX K17 Tests on power fed repeaters using solid-state devices in order to check the arrangements for protection from external interference.
Protectors shall be rated for Location Category - High Exposure Level (as defined by BS EN 62305 4: 2006), unless contrary information dictates a lower Exposure Level.
The protector must not impair the systems normal operation. It should not: suppress the systems normal signal voltage restrict the systems bandwidth or signal frequency introduce excessive in-line resistance because signal reflections or impedance mismatches (high frequency systems only).
The protector will have a low transient let-through voltage for tests conducted in accordance with BS en 62305 -4: 2006 (5kV 10/700s test).
This let-through performance will be provided for all combinations of conductors: signal line to signal line signal line to screen/earth.
The protector shall be rated for a peak discharge current of 10kA.
The protector shall be supplied with detailed installation instructions. The installer must comply with the installation practice detailed by the protector manufacturer.
The protector manufacturer should allow for the facility to mount and earth large numbers of protectors through an accessory combined mounting and earthing kit.
2.0 MATERIALS
Materials shall comply in weight, size and composition with the requirements of BS EN 50164.
All surge protection devices to be used shall be from the same manufacturer who supplies the structural lightning protection.
Surge protectors shall be manufactured for the specific type and voltage of the electrical service and shall provide clamping for both normal (L-N) and common (L-N-G) mode protection.
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3.0 BONDING
Lightning Protection Installer shall ensure proper co-ordination between the Structural, Civil, Electrical and the Cladding Specialist Lightning Protection Installer
All installation details shall be agreed with the Engineer prior to commencement of work. The Specialist Lightning Protection Installer shall obtain an inspection certificate from the manufacturer or its authorized representative towards the satisfactory installation of the system and that proper material in accordance to the above standard has been used.
4.0 TESTING
On completion of the installation or of any modification to it, the following isolated and combined measurement and / or checks has to be made and the results recorded in a lightning protection system logbook.
The resistance to earth of each local earth electrode and in addition the resistance to earth of the complete earth termination system.
Each local earth electrode has be measured in isolation and the test point between the down conductor and the earth electrode in the disconnected position (isolated measurement)
A further measurement has to be taken with the test point in the connected position (combined measurement)
The results of visual check of all conductors, bonds and joints and their measured electrical continuity.
If the resistance to earth of a lightning protection system exceeds 10 ohms, the value must be reduced. Necessary remedial action needs to be taken to reduce the value below or equal to 10 ohms.
The shop drawings must be approved by the manufacturer or the manufacturers authorized representative, which has to be used for installation afterwards to ensure total adherence to the standards and requirements. Also the manufacturer or the manufacturer-authorized representative will have to survey and certify the installation to ensure the standards.
The manufacturer or the manufacturers authorized representative will certify the bill of materials, provided by the Specialist Lightning Protection Installer for the project.
The Specialist Lightning Protection Installer must submit the Test Certificates of the materials used as per BSEN 50164, which should be attested in original by the manufacturer or the manufacturers authorized representative.
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5.0 RECORDS
The person has to keep on site or the following records, responsible for the upkeep of the installation:
a) Approved shop drawings, showing the nature, dimensions, materials and position of all component parts of the lightning protection system. b) The nature of the soil and any special earthing arrangements. c) The type and position of the earth electrodes, including reference electrodes. d) The test conditions and the result obtained. e) Any alteration, additions or repairs to the system. f) The name of the person responsible for the installation upkeep. g) A label should be attached at the origin of the electrical installation, worded as follows h) This structure is provided with a lightning protection system in accordance with BSEN 62305 and BSEN 50164 and the bonding to the services and the main equi- potential bonding should be maintained accordingly
6.0 MAINTENANCE
The periodic inspections and tests recommended will show what maintenance, if any is needed. Tests have to be repeated at fixed intervals, as mentioned in the BSEN 62305 Part III.
Particular attention should be given to the following:
a) Evidence of corrosion or conditions likely to lead to corrosion b) Alterations and additions to the structure which may effect the lightning protection system (e.g. erection of radio and television aerials, installation of crane tracks, glass / window cleaning system etc)
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This improved PVC compound is a tougher and more abrasion resistant material than ordinary PVC formulations. It also has a lower dielectric constant ordinary PVC fire better electrical characteristic and lower signal attention, thus providing an increased channel bandwidth for voice as well as digital signal.
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1.02 DISTRIBUTION BOXES AND MDFS
1.02.1 Compact Size Boxes STB Range (Contd)
- Insulation displacement Contact module (IDC) - Material: self extinguishing polycarbonate with high dielectric strength provides ultimate density with 16mm spacing for maximum pairs in minimum space. - Provides facility for testing and disconnection (cut off) - Typical pair size: 10 pairs - Accepts conductor diameter of 0.4 to 0.8mm - Diaeretic strength: 4500 V - Leading through resistance: < 6 mohms - Insulation resistance at 500 V: > 10,000 mohms
1.02.2 Larger Size Boxes STF Range
Material : Impact resistant polysterene Colour : To RAL 9001 (cracked white) Degree of Protection : 405 Dimensions : 100 pair box 210 x 165 x 121mm : 200 pair box 350 x 210 x 121mm
- Equipped with Aluminum U shaped frame for mounting of IDC modules by simple clipping.
- Equipped with earth terminal.
- Can be juxtaposed because of their removable side panels (allow interconnections of neighboring boxes).
Connection Modules : STG
- Insulation displacement Contact modules (IDC). - Material: self extinguishing polycarbonate with high dielectric strength provides ultimate density with 16mm spacing for maximum pairs in minimum space. - Provides facility for testing and disconnection (cut off). - Typical pair size: 10 pairs. - Accepts conductor diameter of 0.4 to 0.8mm - Diaeretic strength: 405 V - Leading through resistance: < 6 mohms - Insulation resistance at 500 V: > 10,000 mohms
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Small In-Building main distribution frames / MRE
- Compact, reduced depth and high density distribution frame for crises connection of wires for small and medium sized telephone installations up to about 1000 lines, for use inside buildings.
1.02.3 Technical Characteristics
The frame is made up as follows:
- 6 size options from 30cm to 2m (from 2 x 18 pitches to 2 x 124 pitches in 10-pair base). - 2 walls fixing omegas, fitted with two frame blocks (profiles) space at 250mm. - 2 Europe bsae-10 U shape aluminum profiles, 55mm deep, fitted with machined holes for cable passage, with module fixing as 16mm pitches. - Fitted with 10-pair insulation displacement connection modules (STG and IDC modules). - Easy wall fixing with screws. - Delivered as a kit with installation and wall-fixing screw-ware, and an open ring acting as a jumper guide. - Protection covers as an option.
No. Pitches Max. Capacity Dimensions in mm (Modules slots) (Total pairs) H D W
CIPE 2 x 18 360 310 135 450 CIPE 2 x 28 560 460 135 450 CIPE 2 x 41 820 660 135 450
1.03 LINE JACK UNITS (MASTER TELEPHONE SOCKET)
Flush mounted, IDC type wire connection (Insulation displacement Contact), British Telecon standard outlet.
Surface with optional backing box: 8.3cm x 8.3cm.
Accept 0.5mm standard wire.
Equipped with 1.8 uF bell capacitor, 470 Kohm out-of-service resistor and a high voltage/lighting protection surge arrestor.
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CALL BELL SYSTEM
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
1.0 GENERAL 1.1 THREE TONE ELECTRONIC CHIME 1.2 DOOR BELL PUSH BUTTON 1.3 POWER SUPPLY
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CALL BELL SYSTEM
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
1.0 GENERAL The Contractor shall supply, install, test and commission a modern Electronic Call Bell system to the Building.
The Contractor shall submit a complete proposal with drawings, detailed catalogues wiring diagrams etc. for prior to installation.
1.1 THREE TONE ELECTRONIC CHIME
One Electronic Chime in Ivory colour ABS Plastic housing shall be installed in each apartments of the building. The dimensions of the chime shall be 140 x 50mm. The Chime shall be installed on recessed switch boxes or with fixing screws.
The Chime shall be supplied by 10 -15 V A.C. A 9V Battery shall be housed inside the Chime which will guarantee working in case of a power failure. A Potentiometer inside the chime shall regulate sound intensity.
1.2 DOOR BELL PUSH BUTTON
Door Bell Push Button shall be in Anodized Aluminum frame and back box complete with cover in beige plastic.
1.3 POWER SUPPLY UNIT
Power Supply unit shall be in 8 module Din plastic with 220V, 50-60 Hz supply voltage and 10 15 V AC output voltage. The power supply unit shall be mounted on a plate or with fixing screws.