20.2.

5 Aluminium Guardrailing

Unless otherwise specified or ordered, aluminium guardrailing shall be constructed with

tubular rails fixed to double ball pattern solid forged standards. Both rails and standards
shall have a minimum outside diameter of 38 mm.

The rails and standards shall be of aluminium alloy anodised after fabrication. The
standards shall be fitted with base plates approximately 150 mm x 65 mm x 16 mm thick.

Heights of rails, overall dimensions and details of the bases for the standards, fixing bolts
and any other special requirements relating to the guardrailing are shown on the drawings.

20.3 ODOUR CONTROL EQUIPMENT

20.3.1 Design Parameters

The Tenderer shall submit detailed proposals for the effective control of odours emitted
from wet wells.

Concentrations of H2S are likely to be as high as 250 ppm under natural ventilation
conditions with an average concentration of 50 ppm.

The odour control system shall be based on the use of bulk activated carbon of the
regenerative type. The system shall be designed for regeneration of the carbon without
the removal of any part of the plant from site.

Performance guarantees to reduce the H2S levels at 1.5 m above ground level to 0.1
ppm and in the Wet Well to 3 ppm shall be included in the proposals and shall be binding
on the successful Tenderer.

The Deodoriser shall be designed during normal operation to give a minimum of 16 air
changes per hour.

A warning light of the flashing beacon type shall be placed at the entrance to the wet well
which shall operate if the system fails. It shall operate on the fail safe basis and
additional signage is to be provided warning operators not to enter if the flashing/warning
light is illumated. Safe working practices shall be followed before any entry. A notice
shall be placed underneath the warning light and shall read as follows:-

DANGER
VENTILATION FAILURE
DO NOT ENTER WHEN THE RED LIGHT IS FLASHING

20.3.2 Description and Arrangement of Plant

20.3.2.1 General

The odour control plant shall comprise a rechargeable activated carbon bulk plant
with pre-filter as follows:-

Filter media housing

Sufficient Activated Carbon to give continuous operation for five years
(Inclusive of regeneration)
A. Pre-filter inclusive of housing, washable nylon filter etc.
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 B. Extract fan (s)
C. H2S monitor
D. Differential pressure gauge
E. Interconnecting pipework and valves
F. Ductwork between sump, fan(s), carbon filter and pre-filter

20.3.2.2 Filter Media Housing

The filter media housing shall be manufactured in uPVC and wrapped externally
with glass reinforced white pigmented polyester resin (GRP) in accordance with the
general specifications. Conductive resin strips behind weld lines shall be included
to alleviate static build up and be bonded to earth.

It shall consist of a vertical cylindrical sections with flat base as follows:

Flanged access covers

Discharge stack
Connections for earth bonding, pre-filter inlet, differential pressure detector, H2S
monitor etc.

All materials shall be resistant to corrosion from chemicals encountered in the

process.

Design calculations shall be submitted in respect of the stack height required to

prevent down-draft occurring due to the possible effect of adjacent structures.

20.3.2.3 Filter Media

The filter media shall be activated carbon and must be effective in dealing with
odours arising from concentrations of Hydrogen Sulphide gas.

A full specification of the type and grade of activated carbon proposed is to be

included with the Tender.

The Contractor shall state the expected life of the activated carbon and guarantee
sufficient supplies for five years of operation.

The activated carbon shall be suitable for insitu regeneration by water wash. For
which all necessary equipment shall be provided.

20.3.2.4 Extract Fans

Extract fans shall be provided as necessary in the system prior to the main filter to
transfer foul air as described previously.

Each fan shall be of the multi-vane centrifugal type and fabricated from stainless
steel Gr. 316S31

A direct coupled drive is preferred but alternatives will be considered providing it

can be shown that belts and pulleys are fully protected.

Motors shall be in accordance with the electrical section of the specification. They
shall be suitable for continued operation within the hazardous location.

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Not specified to connect differential Pressure switch
to Control Panel and arrange for automated cleaning.

20.3.2.5 Differential Pressure Switch

An air pressure switch for detection of the efficiency of filters shall be provided. It
shall be of the differential pressure type and be protected for the environment. The
switch shall be intrinsically safe and shall be arranged to initiate an alarm one week
before filters require cleaning.

20.3.2.6 H2S Monitor

H2S Monitor for deodorising plants shall be of the "sensitised pad" type enclosed in
a factory manufactured clear UV protected housing mounted in a clearly visible
location on the filter media housing. The sampling point shall be in the air stream
just above the carbon bed level such that it detects the level of H2S that is emitted
from the filter.

The sensitised pad shall change colour relative to its exposure to H2S. A colour
chart with H2S (ppb) graduated against time (min) shall be supplied for
comparison.

20.3.2.7 Ductwork
Specifies the provision Ductwork, casings, sun covers, louvers etc. shall be constructed of chemically
of sensitized pad to reinstated glass reinforced plastic or Upvc, or stainless steel as specified and
detect presence of H2S comply with the following:-
in the filtered air
manually. Comply with HVAC and SMACNA or similar approved publications
Nothing specified for Obtrusions to air flow with the exception to dampers, vanes, splitters will not be
provision of H2S accepted.
sensor that should be
connected to Control All joints, fittings, support etc. shall have all sharp edges removed.
Panel for automatic
Where ductwork passes through ceilings, roofs, walls etc.; purpose made vermin
regeneration of carbon. proof fittings are to be used.

Connection of individual components between an assembly and ductwork shall be

carried using angled flange joints.

Ducts in close proximity to walls and ceilings shall be mounted in such a way as to
exclude vermin runs.

Flexible joints are to be provided at all fan inlets and outlets

Where uPVC is exposed to direct sunlight it shall be enclosed in GRP for

protection.

The external noise levels due to the operation of the ventilation equipment shall be
unobtrusive at all times.

20.3.2.8 Filters

The filter designed should be as follows:-

Filters shall be installed at all points of entry to ventilation and air conditioning
systems. To reduce the ingress of dust around the frame to a minimum and so
constructed to facilitate maintenance.

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 Manufactured from approved corrosion resistant material.
Have a Minimum efficiency of 95%.
Have a maximum air velocity of 2.5 m/sec.
Provided with drainage points as necessary
Pressure of clean air > 90 Pa for 95% efficiency & > 125 Pa for 98% efficiency.

20.3.2.9 Flexible Joints

Flexible joints shall have the effective cross sectional area as adjoining ductwork or
fan housing and shall be manufactured from material with a 15 minute fire
penetration time.

20.4 VENTILATION

20.4.1 General

Ventilation equipment shall be supplied and installed for the areas specified.

The noise level due to ventilation equipment shall be no greater than sound power level
65 dB(A) re 10-12 watts.

The Contractor shall include for sound absorbers and anti-vibration mountings as
necessary.

All inlets and outlets through the roof shall be fitted with approved GRP or Aluminium
cowls and bird screens. All inlets and outlets through walls shall be fitted with sand
trapped de-mountable aluminium louvers. All materials used for external fittings shall be
highly resistant to ultra-violet light degradation.

All louvers shall be of the sand trap type and shall be fitted with internal sand filters and
mosquito screens.

20.4.2 Extract Fans

Extract fans shall be roof, wall or duct mounted electric motor driven axial flow type. They
shall be complete with weather protecting cowls of GRP or aluminium if mounted externally,
and any necessary ductwork.

Extract fans shall be sized to provide the minimum number of air changes per hour for the
area specified:-

Toilets 12

Stores 6

Workshops 15

Garages/Car park areas 8

Messes (two speed) 6-20

Motor Room 10 - 20

Dry Well 20.

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