Facade Maintenance Spec - IFC (Rev. 0) PDF

Dubai Harbour Zone 2 Plot B18
BMU Specifications
Emaar Beachfront Z02.B18 Sunrise Bay
Table of Contents
1.0 General ........................................................................................................................................................................... 1

2.0 Tender (bid) Submissions .............................................................................................................................................. 6
3.0 Contract Submissions .................................................................................................................................................... 8

4.0 System Requirements................................................................................................................................................... 14
5.0 Building Maintenance Systems performance criteria ................................................................................................. 20
6.0 Delivery and Installation .............................................................................................................................................. 41
7.0 Factory Tests ................................................................................................................................................................ 42
8.0 Site Commissioning ..................................................................................................................................................... 46

9.0 Operational Training .................................................................................................................................................... 45
10.0 Maintenance Program / Warranty ................................................................................................................................ 46
11.0 Servicing and Spare Parts ............................................................................................................................................ 46
12.0 BMU Systems and Components .................................................................................................................................. 47
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Technical Specifications for Design, Supply, and Installation of Façade Maintenance Access | 1
1.0 General
The works described in this Specification shall be provided by the Building Maintenance access works
(BM) Contractor. All of the requirements shall be fully complied with; any proposed deviations from
the Specification shall be identified and clearly highlighted by the BMU Contractor in the tender
submission.
The Building Maintenance Contractor shall be responsible for proposing all access systems, The
Building Maintenance shall also be responsible for the design, shop drawings, supply, installation,
testing, commissioning, as built drawings, maintenance manuals, training, warranties, and the
maintenance of all the Building Maintenance Systems, including submission to the Façade Consultant,
Architect and Relevant Statutory Authorities for review. Final dimensions and quantities shall to be
checked based on all related construction drawings. Quantities shall be determined by the BMU
Contractor.
The BM Contractor shall be responsible for scheduling, receiving, handling and placement of materials.
The building is of Grade A+ quality and all equipment shall be designed, manufactured and installed to
the highest international standard. All material and components shall be new. When the BM system is
not being operated, all components of the complete system shall be hidden from view.
Typologies of Building Maintenance System
The specifications for systems in this document are considered by the following typologies:
Cradles – platforms to house maintenance and cleaning operatives and sometimes materials. The
cradles are of the following type or combinations of types:
 Cradle – A standard cradle with no special features

 Gantry Cradle – A wide cradle housing typically 5 operatives
 Pantographic cradle – a cradle that can telescope, move in plan, rotate in plan in order to reach
recessed building envelope areas and the alike.
 Boson’s chair – a single seat device used to support a single operative
Sway Restraint and cable protection systems

 Socket restraint systems – restraint pins and attachment devices fixed between the building
envelope and cradles to prevent undue swinging / movement of the cradles
 Soft rope system – a rope system with restraint pins and devises used to to prevent undue
swinging / movement of the cradles
 Outstand rollers – rollers, pads, and their fixings used to prevent cable rubbing against the
building envelope, and building maintenance system components
Suspension hoisting ropes

 Suspension ropes and communication cabling used to support the cradles, and provide power and
communication to the cradles
Powered machine hoists (BMU’s)

 Track mounted and self-propelled hoist units – cranes that are mounted on tracks and can
traverse under their own power
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 Self-propelled wheeled hoists - cranes that are supported off floor wearing courses on wheels and
are guided by a guide rail system.
Davit systems
 Davit systems – general – light-weight hoisting posts that can be relocated to provide lifting
points around the building
 Removable davit systems – davit systems that can be fixed and removed into prefixed anchors,
sockets and the alike
 Rail supported davit systems - davit support systems that are supported by and traverse along
rails. These systems are generally moved manually, but may sometimes have small motors
 Fixed Davit systems – davit systems that are not removable but are fixed in place.
Gantries
 Gantry – a traveling scaffold usually mounted on rails
Monorails
 Monorails used to support cradles via trolleys and suspension hoisting
Ropes Materials Hoists

 Materials Hoist – A powered or Davit that is used to lift materials
 Materials hoist Jib – An appendage that is fixed or can be affixed to the powered machine hoist,
Davit etc to lift materials required in maintenance and replacement works.
 Materials Hoist trolley – a trolley attached to a monorail system which is used to lift materials
required in maintenance and replacement works.
Tracks and pedestals

 Tracks – rails used to support and guide traversing machinery such as gantries and powered
machine hoists.
Fall arrest systems

 Safety line systems – pretension cables affixed to the building upon which operatives can attach
fixed or retractable fall arrest lanyards
 Abseiling anchors – Anchors affixed to the building upon which operatives can attach fixed or
retractable fall arrest lanyards
Ladder systems
 Access cat-ladders, ladders, moveable platforms which may be fixed on tracks or to anchors and
may or may not be removable
Water-fed pole systems

 Telescopic pole fitted with a brush and a means of delivering purified water / cleaning agents,
sometimes called a tucker pole.
Scope of Work
The works in this Specification cover the technical and performance requirements of the Building
Maintenance equipment required to be provided by the BM Contractor.
The works comprise of the design, certification, manufacture, setting out, delivery, testing,
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commissioning, initial maintenance and servicing of the Building Maintenance equipment, and its
support systems. It includes the system design, testing, the training of operators, the provision of as
built drawings, operating manuals and warranties, and the provision of routine maintenance for the
equipment for the duration indicated.
Overview of Systems
Refer Appendix A – BMU Systems for scope and type of façade access equipment.
The balcony façades and the internal side of the balustrades are to be cleaned by the tenants.
Concrete Structure.
The concrete structure of the building is by others, but the design, co-ordination, supply, surveying,
setting out and installation of all holding down bolts, cast-in items and concrete/steel anchor systems for
the BMU, runway track beams, track support structures, gantry beams, monorails, davits and other
fixtures for the Building Maintenance equipment shall be included by the BM Contractor.
Steel Framing
Structural steel and concrete framing for building, roofing and roof features are by others. The design, co-
ordination, supply, surveying, setting out and installation of all pedestals, fixing bolts, parking platforms
and anchor systems for the BMU, runway beams, track support structures, gantry beams, monorails,
davits and other fixtures for the Building Maintenance equipment shall be performed by the BMU
Contractor.
Façade Systems
The façade systems (building enclosures) are by others, but the design, co-ordination of access openings
and supply of fittings to the façade systems for the Building Maintenance equipment shall be done under
this contract. This includes all tracks, safety line support brackets and BMU sway restraint
sockets/tracks/systems. These shall be provided by the BM Contractor. BMU track systems and safety
line supports shall be site installed by the BM Contractor except where these are integrated into the
curtain wall. Sway restraint sockets/tracks/systems and other items integrated into the curtain wall shall
be delivered to the Curtain Wall Contractor’s Factory in accordance with the curtain wall construction
program.
Landscaping and Floor Finishes

These are to be provided by others, but the design, co-ordination, supply and installation of all fixing
points, including fixing points for safety lines, and access panels shall be provided by the BM
Contractor.
Power Supply
Fixed weather proof power points are to be provided at 20 meter spacing around the building roof by
the Main Contractor. The power supply from these power points to the Building Maintenance
Equipment shall be provided by the BM Contractor, these works to include all power cables, reelers,
cable guides and fixing points for power cables. Details and locations of the power points shall be
provided with the Tender submission.
Water Supply
This is to be provided through taps at 40 meter spacing around the building at roof level by the Main Contractor. All
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hoses and hose retainers to the Building Maintenance Equipment shall be provided by the Building Maintenance
Contractor. Details and locations of the water supply points shall be provided with the Tender submission.
Quality Assurance
Generally
Prepare, submit, and implement a detailed project specific Quality Plan in accordance with ISO 9001.
All products used on this project shall be reputable proprietary products and be manufactured in
accordance with ISO 9001. Provide any necessary verification documents.
Certification
As a condition of supply, the manufacturer and/or supplier of components and materials shall be
required to:
 Inspect the Contract Documents, and certify the suitability of all proposed materials and products
for the relevant substrates and conditions, during Tender period.
 Witness the first site installation of each type and condition, and certify that the preparation and
installation procedures are in accordance with the manufacturer's written recommendations and
have not in any way breached the manufacturer's warranties.
 Periodically inspect the ongoing and / or subsequent installation (s) to ensure that certified
procedures are being maintained.
 Following certification, the installer shall not vary the methods of preparation and installation
from that recommended by the manufacturer.
Warranties
a) Provide a warranty for materials, finishes and workmanship of the works executed in this sub-
contract from Date of Practical Completion for a period of 3 years (the "warranty period").
Provide all manufacturer's product warranties. Also provide a warranty to cover all the costs of
materials, labour and equipment to remove any defective components of the curtain wall and
replace them. This warranty shall also cover the costs associated with removing and replacing
internal finishes trims and services so that remedial works can be carried out. The content of
each warranty is to be approved by the Architect.
b) Defective materials and workmanship for these guarantee provisions is hereby defined to
include, but not be limited to, evidence of:
 Structural failure of components resulting from forces within specified limits.
 Failure to fulfil other specified performance requirements. Failure of operating parts to
function normally/ properly.
 Rusting of any components, supports etc.
Free Service Period

Provide a free service period of 2 years
Qualifications
The work shall be performed by one Building Maintenance Contractor, who is regularly engaged in the
engineering, manufacture, fabrication, finishing, installation, of Building Maintenance works
All fabricating and finishing shall be done in the contractor’s own plant or approved suppliers, except
as provided for hereinafter. The subcontracting of any work included here under is specifically
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prohibited, except that which may be accepted by the Architect in writing prior to award of this contract.
Regulatory Requirements
All work shall be performed in accordance with the applicable building code, and the requirements of
this specification whichever is more stringent. The subcontractor shall obtain all necessary permits and
approvals as may be required by regulatory authorities in conjunction with the work performed by the
subcontractor and shall perform all tests, submit all required documents, make all modifications, etc.,
as required.
Reference Standards
The Works covered by this Specification shall comply with the following design and manufacturing
Codes, Regulations and Standards. In the event that there is a conflict between two or more documents
or among sections of documents, such shall be brought to the Consultant for clarification/confirmation.
Generally, the more onerous requirements shall prevail unless otherwise confirmed.
Where a BS has been superseded or included in an equivalent BSEN Standard, the later shall be referred
to. Where a BS standard stated in the specification has been withdrawn, the latest version before the
withdrawn shall be referred to.
British / Euro Codes and Regulations

 BS 302 – Stranded Steel Wire Rope
 BS 449 – The Use of Structural Steel in Buildings
 BS 462 – Specification for Wire Rope Grips
 BS 463 – Specification for Sockets for Wire Ropes
 BS 464 – Thimbles for Wire Ropes
 BS 1161 – Aluminium Alloy Sections for Structural Purposes
 BS1397 – Industrial Safety Belts, Harnesses and Safety Belts
 BS 2573 – Rules for design of cranes Part Specification for classification, stress calculations and
design criteria of structures
 BS 2830 – Suspended Safety Chairs and Cradles for Use in the Construction Industry
 BS 3019 – TIG welding Part 1 Specification for TIG welding of aluminium, magnesium and
their alloys. Part 2 Austenitic stainless and heat resisting.
 BS3032 – High Tensile Steel Shackles
 BS3571 – MIG Welding Part 1 Specification for MIG welding Aluminium Alloys.
 BS4360 – Specification for Weldable Structural Steel
 BS 4465 – Specification for design and construction of electric hoists for both passengers and
materials
 BS 5304 – Code of Practice for safety of machinery
 BS 5135 – Specification for welding of carbon and carbon manganese steels
 BS 5395 – Stairs ladders and walkways
 BS 5950 – Steel Structures Code
 BS 6037 – Code of Practice for Permanently Installed Suspended Access Equipment
 BS 6570 – Code of Practice for selection, care and maintenance of steel wire ropes
 BS 6651 – Code of Practice for protection of structure against lightening
 BS 7079 – Preparation of steel substrates before application of paints
 BS 7671 – Requirements for electrical installations
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 BS 7985 – Code of practice for the use of rope access methods for industrial purposes
 BS 8110 – Concrete Structures Code
 BS 8118 – Aluminium Structures Code
 BS EN 292 – Safety of machinery. Basic concepts, general principles for design
 BS EN 294 – Safety of machinery. Safety distances
 BS EN 418 – Safety of machinery. Emergency stop equipment
 BS EN 795 – Protection against falls from a height – anchor devices – Requirements & testing
 BS EN 954 – Safety of machinery. Safety related parts of control systems
 BS EN 982/3 – Safety of machinery. Safety requirements for fluid power systems
 BS EN 1461 – Hot dip galvanized coatings
 BS EN 1808 – Safety Requirements on Suspended Access Equipment – Design Calculations,
Stability Criteria, Construction and Testing
 BS EN 12944 – Code of Practice for protective coating of iron and steel structures against
corrosion
 BS EN 60204 – Safety of machinery. Electrical equipment of machines
 HSE PM30 – Suspended access equipment
 HSE GS25 – Prevention of falls to window
cleaners Other International Codes and Regulations

 AS1418.1 – 2002 Crane Hoists and Winches
 AS1418.13 – 1996 Building Maintenance Units
 AS1418.18 – 2001 Crane Runways and Monorails
 AS/NZS 4488.1 Industrial Rope Access Systems
 AS/NZS 1657 Fixed platforms, walkways, stairways and ladders – Design, construction and
installation
 DM-PHSD-P7-A-TG Dubai Municipality Guidelines for Rope Access Work Guidelines
 DAC-REQ-06 Dubai Municipality Accreditation Department - General Accreditation
Requirements
 OSHA Part 1910 Paragraph 1910.66 – Power platforms for Exterior Building Maintenance
 A120.1-1992 – Safety Requirements for Powered Platforms for Exterior Building Maintenance.
 ASME A39.1 – Safety Requirements for Window Washers
2.0 Tender (bid) Submissions
Generally
Provide all required submissions for a comprehensive performance proposal, to demonstrate

compliance with the required design intentions and performance requirements, record construction
methods and procedures, record materials and components proposed, and to establish quality standards.
All submissions shall be submitted in the following format:

 Softcopy of all drawing and documents in PDF and Autocad
All calculations, drawings and technical documents (quality plans, company profiles, etc.) shall be
written in English. Any submission not following the format will not be accepted.
The Tenderer shall submit the following documents at no cost or obligation to the Employer:
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Certification
Submit certification of compliance with the following:
 Acceptance of design intentions of the Contract Documents.

 Compliance of proposed performance design with Contract Documents, and suitability of
proposed materials and products.
 Compliance of performance design, including materials and components, with Contract
Documents.
 Confirmation that all dimensions, levels and clearances provided in this Technical Specification
are acceptable.
Any deviation by the Contractor to the dimensions, levels and clearance detailed in this Technical
Specification as the result of the Contractor’s own design shall be highlighted in the Tender
Submission. Any deviations may result in the submitted Tender being disqualified, and the Project
Manager shall not be obligated to accept any such deviation.
Program
A Program for design, approvals, material ordering, fabrication and installation of the building
maintenance access works included in this specification. The program shall be in Gantt chart format and
shall clearly indicate the following:
 Design submission dates

 Design review periods
 Machinery manufacturing dates
 Date for factory testing prior to shipping
 Date for Shipping of Machinery, and delivery to site
 Installation time and duration
 Commissioning Date
Design Proposal for All Systems
Complete specifications of each piece of equipment

Specifications shall be provided of all materials used to manufacture the equipment, as well as
protective coatings, power consumption requirements, safe working load limits, loads imposed on the
building, operating speed, operating distances, safety systems for emergency or in case of breakdown,
and weatherproofing provisions for all extremes of operation.
Drawings of each piece of equipment

A preliminary set of A3 shop drawings shall be provided, documenting each piece of equipment that is
proposed together with a detailed parts list. Drawings shall be of a high quality, and fully dimensioned
on AutoCAD.
Interfacing Details to structure and façade (all anchorages)

Preliminary details shall be provided for all BMU system interfaces with the curtain wall and building
structure. This shall include proposed pedestal fixings, holding down bolts, cast-in plate details, cradle
sway restraint sockets, and other fixings to the structure. Each detail shall show the direction and size of
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all applied forces.
Associated track, runway beam arrangements, track support structures, gantries, ladders and davits
The proposed size of track, runway beams, track support structures, gantries and davits shall be
determined through engineering calculation and shown on preliminary shop drawings. Assumed fixing
point locations, including the spacing of BMU pedestals shall be shown on the drawings.
Envelope Drawings showing dimensioned operating zones and equipment

The operating envelope for each piece of equipment shall be provided on dimensioned preliminary shop
drawings. The operational zone, reach, clearances to cladding zones and building features, and access
limitations shall be highlighted for each separate piece of equipment.
Power Consumption Requirements

Details of rated power consumption for each piece of equipment shall be provided, including starting
method, starting current, and its duration, line current under full load running condition, and power
factor under full load running condition. The power point locations shall be clearly marked on the
preliminary shop drawings submitted with the Tender.
Lightening protection
Details of the independent lightning protection for the BMU shall be provided with clear diagrams to aid
review.
Vibration and Noise Control Limits

Details of anti-vibration pads and the isolation fixings for BMU tracks together with operational
frequency and noise level of the equipment shall be provided.
Imposed loads
Provide drawings with supporting calculations to communicate loadings that will be imposed onto the
main support structure. Stability checks including preliminary wheel loads (for critical operating
positions) and machine weight for each BMU shall be included, as well as loadings for machines in
parked, operational and transient positions.
Cleaning cycle times

Provide drawings with supporting calculations to communicate required cleaning cycle time for the
each of the areas cleaned by the façade maintenance systems.
Capability statement and quality assurance
Provide the following information:
 Company ownership structure

 Staffing structure that is proposed, together with the names, positions, levels of attendance and
resumes of key staff. Key staff shall be subject to approval from Owner and Architect.
 Details of Manufacturing facilities
 Project References, with specific details relating to all relevant Building Maintenance equipment
 Sample of Warranty
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 Parent Company Guarantees (If applicable)
When machinery and services come from different sources, the above information is required from the
original manufacturer together with the agent / supplier.
3.0 Contract Submissions
Generally
Provide all required submissions for a comprehensive performance proposal, to demonstrate

compliance with the required design intentions and performance requirements, record construction
methods and procedures, record materials and components proposed, and to establish quality standards.
All submissions shall be submitted in the following format:
 Drawings (A3)
 Calculations and all other information (A4)
 Softcopy of all drawing and documents in PDF
All calculations, drawings and technical documents (quality plans, company profiles, etc.) shall be
written in English.
Review of any data, shop drawings or any other submission shall not mitigate the BMU Contractor’s
responsibility for the performance of the works, nor relieve the Contractor of his responsibility to verify
for himself that the works conform to the Contract Requirements.
Consultants
Submission Submission date requirement
review period for
documentation
each submission
Program of works Within 2 weeks after award of contract 14 days
Design submissions Within 4 weeks after award of contract 14 days
Product data Within 4 weeks after award of contract 14 days
Samples Within 4 weeks after award of contract 14 days
Factory test method

Within 1 weeks after award of contract 14 days
statements
Factory test reports Within 1 week after test completion 14 days
QA / QC test method Within 1 week after inspection

14 days
statements completion
Within 1 week after inspection

QA / QC test reports 14 days
completion
Installation Method Within 4 weeks prior to

commencement of installation 14 days
statements
Site Commissioning test

method statements Within 1 weeks after award of contract 14 days
Site Commissioning test

Within 1 week after test completion 14 days
reports
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Maintenance and
8 Weeks prior to completion of work 14 days
operating manuals
Progress reports to be submitted at

15 day intervals during construction
As-built documentation 1 complete set of as-built documentation 14 days
to be submitted within 15 days after
completion of works
Design submissions shall be approved before commencing fabrication of any equipment or building
maintenance system elements.
Certification
Submit certification as follows:
 Acceptance of design intentions of the Contract Documents (before commencing shop

drawings).
 Compliance of proposed performance design with Contract Documents, and suitability of
proposed materials and products (before commencing fabrication).
 Compliance with manufacturer's recommended installation procedures (on commencing
fabrication).
 Compliance of performance design, including materials and components, with Contract
Documents (on completion).
 Certification on availability and delivery of spare parts
 Confirmation that all dimensions, levels and clearances provided in this Technical Specification
are acceptable.
The contents and wordings of the above required certifications shall be to the satisfaction and approval
of the Architect.
Program:
Submit the following items:
 Program of works.
 Program of submissions for shop drawings & samples allowing the necessary days for approvals.
Shop drawing and calculation packages should be broken down in a logical manner that is easily
manageable.
 Program for procurement of components and manufacturing of units for factory testing
 Date of fabrication commencement
 Date of first installation
 Date of installation completion
 Date of Commissioning tests
Programmes are to be consistent with the Master programme for this project, and shall be endorsed by
the Main Contractor, before they are submitted to the Architect.
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Product Data
Catalogues and Specifications shall be submitted for the following:

 All Motors (including rated power for each motor)
 Winch and Hoisting Assemblies
 Control Systems
 Limit Switches
 Switch Boards
 Computers, Programmable logic controllers (PLC’s) etc
 Contactors, Relays and Switches
 Anti-vibration pads for tracks and the alike
Sample Submissions
Samples shall be submitted, together with the catalogues and specifications for the following materials.
 BMU Sway Restraint Sockets
 BMU Sway Restraint Lanyards – including adjustable lanyards
 BMU soft rope reelers, guides and locking systems
 Bumper Material
 Wire rope – with integrated communications lines
 Fall Arrest Safety Lines
 Outstand Roller Mechanism (to prevent suspension ropes from rubbing on façade at overhangs)
 Safety and operation signage
 A sample of a complete roller assembly and the protective system which comes in contact with
curtain wall and/or architectural features
Statutory Submissions
The Building Maintenance Contractor shall allow for the payment of all government and local authority
charges required for inspection permits, approval certificates, and other checking and certification costs
required for the testing, certification and approval of each of the pieces of Building Maintenance
Equipment.
The submission schedule to the relevant government departments shall be consistent with that of the
Main Contractor and program requirements.
Design submissions
Shop Drawing Submissions

This shall include details of all components of the equipment, their storage, their supports and restraint
systems and any other components required for the functioning of the building maintenance system.
The following (but not limited to) shall be submitted:
The shop drawing submission shall include the following sets of drawings:
a) Overall elevations and sections showing plans and sections to identify each Building
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maintenance system, it’s associated cleaning area, cleaning cycle times and its routing and
its storage
b) Part plans and sections to show interfaces requirements with other trades, support requirements
and storage and infrastructure provided / required for each building maintenance system (i.e.
rail support designs, machine housing material and designs)
c) Sequence diagrams to show the intended launching and operation of each building
maintenance system both generally and in an emergency situation
The sets of drawings shall include (but not limited to) the following information:
 Building maintenance storage provisions including covers, housing, supports, platforms etc.
 Track, guide rail, wearing platform, monorail set out, including plans and sections to show all
clearances, and interfaces with other trades and to communicate the design intent and operation of
the building maintenance systems
 Details of building maintenance units such as Davits, powered machines, unpowered machines,
mobile elevated work platforms etc
 Details of all support fixings for davits, powered machines, unpowered machines, mobile elevated
work platforms etc including all brackets, rails embeds etc and their interfaces with the supporting
structure.
 Details of cradles, self-climbing cradles, gantries, bosuns chairs, lifts etc
 Details of restraint systems such as soft rope, cradle tie restraints, fall arrest system restraints
 Details of access ladders
 Layouts and details showing required water and electricity connection points
 Details maintenance access doors, lifts, platforms etc
 Details of safety and operation signage containing satey warnings, emergency contact numbers,
operation requirements etc
 Safety components such as limit switches, communications etc
The BMU Contractor shall provide all data necessary to evaluate the structural requirements for the
structural elements to which the sockets are to be installed.
The drawings shall show all operating positions, operating clearances and reach,
The drawings shall show lightening protection requirements
“As installed” straight line wiring diagrams showing the electrical connections of all equipment shall
be submitted. A legend sheet with the appropriate schematic reference number shall be furnished with
the drawings to provide all electrical information. Wiring and labelling on electrical panels shall be in
accordance with local Regulations and Standards.
Load Requirements
All loads imposed on any component of the building shall be shown on the shop drawings with their
position and magnitude, (e.g. restraint loads on façade systems and track / machine loads on floors, wall
etc.).
The Building Maintenance contractor shall provide all loading details onto the building structure arising
from the building maintenance system parking platform, tracks and support systems
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(pedestals/track/structural platforms) and fixings or structures, if such works are required. This shall
include operating loads, seismic loads and limit state wind loads according to International Codes and
best practice, and shall consider all working positions and combinations of positions between different
units (transient, parked, working etc.).
Structural Calculations
Structural calculations shall be prepared in accordance with good engineering practice. These shall take
cognizance of the relevant Standards, and shall be prepared a qualified engineer and certified by a
chartered structural engineer (IstructE).
The BMU Contractor shall provide for review detailed structural calculations for any structural
supports, platforms or framing for Building maintenance system tracks, lifting platforms, scissor lifts
or any other associated structural works.
The BMU Contractor shall provide details of the limiting operational deflections of the tracks,
platforms, lifting platforms etc. This shall include the absolute vertical deflection limits together with
the relative differential deflection limits between the inner and outer tracks (i.e. tending to rotate the
BMU).
Cleaning cycle time calculations

Cleaning cycle time calculations shall be prepared to estimate the amount of time required to clean each
area of building envelope. The calculations shall identify estimated launch times, travel times and
cleaning times.
Operations and Maintenance Manuals
Two complete original full colour bound O&M Manuals in hard copy, four complete original
reproducible O&M Manuals in hard copy and three electronic copies of the complete O&M Manual on
CD disk shall be submitted. “As Built” Drawings shall be in pdf and .dwg format. Each O&M Manual
shall comprise of an A4 size plastic hard cover.
The O&M manuals shall contain the following documents and information:
a) A cover giving the name of the development, the title of the document, and the name and
address of the supplier.
b) An inside page giving similar information to the cover but including contact telephone
numbers for normal and emergency use.
c) A contents page.
d) A description of all of the installations.
e) A schedule of details of all equipment and components.
f) Operating instructions including details of any automatic control system. All contents shall
comply as a minimum with BS 6037/EN1808.
g) Maintenance and fault finding instructions including a composite schedule of routine
maintenance. The maintenance schedule shall include details, such as frequency of servicing,
overhauling, replacement etc.
h) Test reports and commissioning records.
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i) Parts catalogue listings of replaceable parts, including identifying numbers and ordering
instructions.
j) A List of all equipment and plant with manufacturers and local agent’s name and address.
k) Manufacturer’s literature suitably indexed to include shop drawings wiring diagrams
performance curves, etc.
l) A list of “As Built Drawings”.

m) One set of A3 “As Built Drawings”, comprising plans, sections, elevations and details of all
BMU systems with suitably sized text for legibility.
n) A set of all structural calculations certified by the BMU Contractor’s Registered Engineer,
o) All other necessary information for proper maintenance and operation.
p) Lubrication charts, indicating all equipment lubrication points, the frequency of lubrication
required, and type of lubricant for all equipment.
The O&M Manual shall contain full details of all operations with diagrams, including 3-D diagrams to
explain each piece of equipment and safe operations. This is to include a detailed list of possible faults,
and conditions under which the Building Maintenance equipment must not be operated.
The O&M Manual shall explain fully, the safe operation requirements for each piece of equipment,
including points of entry, loading requirements, lanyard attachment, power supply, and operations to
be carried out in the event of an emergency.
The O&M Manual shall include a rescue plan. The rescue plan is to provide guidelines to safely rescue
workers in the BMU, in the event of equipment failure or an accident
The Building Maintenance Contractor shall provide the final O&M Manuals in both English, Arabic
and Hindi Language within two weeks of completion of the review by the Consultant:
Inspection Log
An inspection log, written in English, shall be furnished to the Building Management Office for the
purpose of recording daily, weekly, periodic, and bi-annual inspections.
QA/QC inspections and testing
Factory Testing
A method statement in accordance with the relevant codes of practice shall be submitted to the architect
for review and approval. The method statement shall include test methodology illustrated with diagrams
of test set up etc, and pass fail criteria.
Following completion of testing a test report shall be submitted to the Architect for review and
approval. The report will detail the results of the test and shall contain all pass /fail results
Site commissioning
A method statement in accordance with the relevant codes of practice shall be submitted to the architect
for review and approval. The method statement shall include test methodology illustrated with diagrams
of test set up etc, and pass fail criteria.
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Following completion of testing a test report shall be submitted to the Architect for review and
approval. The report will detail the results of the test and shall contain all pass /fail results
4.0 System Requirements
General Requirements
The BMU system shall reach 100% of the intended building facades.
The Building Maintenance Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that the complete installation,
testing and commissioning of the Building Maintenance equipment is in accordance with the
requirements of the Contract Specifications, relevant Standards and Codes, and requirements of local
and state government laws. Commissioning of the BMU equipment shall be performed under the
supervision of the Manufacturer of the equipment.
All building maintenance systems are to be made from durable and robust components that are suitable
to provide maintenance free service for the full service life indicated for each machine.
Safe access is to be provided to the building maintenance systems in all operating positions so that the
control panel and emergency safety brake can be reached. In addition to this, a complete perimeter
access zone is to be provided for each building maintenance unit / system in it’s storage bay / parked
location to enable the machine to be serviced.
The design and manufacturing of Building Maintenance equipment shall comply with the latest
European standards: EN1808. Final approval is carried out by Government Authorities.
Dedicated machine / equipment storage points are to be provided at the locations as indicated on the
drawings. Canvas covers shall be provided to protect all the machines and equipment when not in use.
The Building Maintenance Contractor shall provide all electrical controls, interlocks and attachments for
a safe and efficient operation of all components.
Wireless communication devises are to be provided for all systems for day – to day communications
Design Life and Service life
The design life for each complete façade system shall be 50 years in accordance with xxx The service life
of each façade component shall be 25 years.
Loading Design
The BMU Contractor shall identify any emergency or accident scenarios necessary in the design of the
Building Maintenance equipment which will have an impact on the loads applied to the supporting
structure. The magnitude of such support loads shall be quantified.
The BMU Contractor shall identify the proximity limitation measures which will be implemented. The
BMU Contractor shall identify the closest grouping of Maintenance Access equipment which can occur
in the carrier zone under either emergency / maintenance and operational conditions such that the most
onerous loading conditions on the supporting structure can be identified.
These loads shall be prepared in accordance with good engineering practice and include vertical and
horizontal loads, eccentric load effects and torsion effects of curved rails. They shall include wind
loading based on the requirements of the Structural Engineer. They shall take into account factored
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loads recommended in EN1808 and local government requirements.

Self-climbing cradles, platforms etc
Support systems for self-climbing platforms are to be designed to carry the following:
 Total suspended load multiplied by load factors to EN1808

 Simultaneously dynamic loads for fall restraint – refer to Safety Line/Fall Arrest Access Section.
 Unbalanced loads due to uneven loading of the cradle.
 Torsion to the support structure due to eccentric loading.
 Fatigue loading due to repetitive load cycling
Plates / safety warnings
The Building Maintenance Contractor shall provide an Emergency Service / Maintenance telephone
number which shall be monitored 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Drawings and illustration metallic plates which are to be printed or etched, in English Arabic and Hindi,
on a non-corrosive material, shall be supplied and installed on all machine housing(s) and cradle(s) to
assist the operators in locating the cradles during operational manoeuvres.
The following information shall be clearly marked on a durable label on the machine housing(s) and
cradle(s):
 Name and address of Manufacturer

 Name and Number of Model
 Serial Number
 The Safe Working Load (SWL) in kilograms
 Maximum Number of Persons and mass of equipment
 Rated Load of Material Hoist
 Year of Manufacture
 Max allowable manual force in Newtons (MEWPS)
 Maxkimum reach and radius both vertically and horizontally
 Maxium allowable wind speed for safe operation
 Hydraulic suppli information if an external hydraulic supply is sued
 Electrical supply information if an electrical supply is used
In addition to the above, the following EN1808 / EN280 warnings shall also be clearly marked on the
cradle(s) / basket(s):
 Only authorised, properly trained and physically fit personnel shall operate SAE
 Before using this equipment read and fully understand the handbook
 Serious injury to personnel may result if the instructions are not strictly followed
 Maximum wind speed in service (km/h)
 Frequency of inspection
Corrosion Protection
All steel shall be hot dip galvanized to a minimum thickness of 85 micron.

Corrosion protection shall be determined based on the following exposure conditions:
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 “Exterior” donates external conditions (outside airseal line).

 “Interior” donates internal conditioned environments.
 “Exposed” donates visible to tenants / public.
 “Concealed” donates non-visible to tenants / public.
Plantrooms are considered to be exterior environments
Minimum corrosion protection requirements shall be as the required by the relevant codes of
practice and as detailed in the following clauses
Typical requirements
Typical elements shall adhere to the table below with respect to material qualities and protection quality requirements
Interior Interior
Exterior exposed Exterior concealed
Exposed Concealed
Stainless steel grade

316 (A4)
or
Cast-in
embed or Mild steel painted to Hot Dip Galvanised Mild
Stainless steel grade Stainless steel grade Steel
post fixed achieve C2-(H)
316 (A4) 304 (A2)
anchor Thickness 70 micron
bracket or
Aluminium Powder
coated to achieve
AAMA 2604
Stainless steel grade Stainless steel grade

316 (A4) 304 (A2)
or or 316 (A4)
Hot Dip Galvanised Mild
mild steel painted to mild steel painted to or Steel
achieve C5-M (H) achieve C5-M (H)
Typical mild steel painted to Thickness 70 micron
Connecting or or achieve C2-(H)
Brackets or
anodized aluminium anodized aluminium or
Alodine finished
or or Aluminium Powder aluminium
coated to achieve
Aluminium Powder / Aluminium Powder / AAMA 2604
PVDF coated to PVDF coated to
achieve AAMA 2605 achieve AAMA 2605
Stainless steel grade Stainless steel grade Stainless steel grade Stainless steel grade
Screw Fixings
316 (A4) 316 (A4) 316 (A4) 316 (A4)
Stainless steel grade Stainless steel grade Stainless steel grade Stainless steel grade 304
316 (A4) 304 (A2) 316 (A4) (A2)
Bolt Fixings or or or or
black bolts painted black bolts painted to black bolts painted to black bolts painted to
to achieve C5-M (H) achieve C5-M (H) achieve C2-(H) achieve C2-(H)
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Stainless steel grade Stainless steel grade

316 (A4) 304 (A2)
or or 316 (A4)
mild steel painted to mild steel painted to or Hot Dip Galvanised Mild
achieve C5-M (H) achieve C5-M (H) Steel Thickness 70 micron
Secondary mild steel painted to
and main or or achieve C2-(H) Or
Framing,
anodized aluminium anodized aluminium or Alodine finished
aluminium
or or Aluminium Powder
coated to achieve
Aluminium Powder / Aluminium Powder / AAMA 2604
PVDF coated to PVDF coated to
achieve AAMA 2605 achieve AAMA 2605
Corrosion protection rating requirements of “C2-H” etc are as defined in BS EN ISO 12944 part 2 and part 5.
Particular system requirements

Particular elements (as tabulated below), shall adhere to the below tabulated material qualities and
protection quality requirements. These requirements take precedence over the requirements listed for
the typical requirements listed in the preceding clause.
Interior Interior
Exposed Concealed
Fall arrest system,

bracketry and
316 (A4) 304 (A2) 316 (A4) 304 (A2)
anchorages
Abseiling Stainless steel grade Stainless steel grade Stainless steel grade Stainless steel grade
Anchorages 316 (A4) 316 (A4) 316 (A4) 316 (A4)
Stainless steel grade Stainless steel grade Stainless steel grade

316 (A4) 304 (A2) 316 (A4) Hot Dip Galvanised
or or or Mild Steel
mild steel painted to mild steel painted to mild steel painted to Thickness 70 micron
achieve C5-M (H) achieve C5-M (H) achieve C2-(H) or
Monorail fixing or or or Marine Grade
brackets and anodized aluminium
anchorages Marine Grade Marine Grade Marine Grade
anodized aluminium anodized aluminium anodized aluminium or
or or or Marine grade
Aluminium Powder
Marine grade Marine grade Marine grade
coated to achieve
Aluminium Powder / Aluminium Powder / Aluminium Powder
AAMA 2604
PVDF coated to PVDF coated to coated to achieve
achieve AAMA 2605 achieve AAMA 2605 AAMA 2604
Marine grade Marine grade Marine grade Marine grade

Aluminium Aluminium Aluminium Aluminium
Monorail tracks or or or or
grade 316 stainless grade 316 stainless grade 316 stainless grade 316 stainless
steel steel steel steel
Monorail fixings
on moving and Stainless steel grade Stainless steel grade Stainless steel grade Stainless steel grade
support line 316 (A4) 316 (A4) 316 (A4) 316 (A4)
components
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316 (A4) 304 (A2) 316 (A4) Hot Dip Galvanised
or or or Mild Steel
mild steel painted to mild steel painted to mild steel painted to Thickness 70 micron
achieve C5-M (H) achieve C5-M (H) achieve C2-(H) or
Davit system
or or or Marine Grade
frames & Ladder
system frames Marine Grade Marine Grade Marine Grade anodized aluminium
and steps anodized aluminium anodized aluminium anodized aluminium or
Aluminium Powder
Marine grade Marine grade Marine grade
coated to achieve
Aluminium Powder / Aluminium Powder / Aluminium Powder
AAMA 2604

Hot Dip Galvanised
316 (A4) 304 (A2) 316 (A4)
Mild Steel
or or or
Davit system & Thickness 70 micron
Ladder system mild steel painted to mild steel painted to mild steel painted to
or
brackets and achieve C5-M (H) achieve C5-M (H) achieve C2-(H)
fixings Marine Grade
or or or
anodized aluminium
Marine Grade Marine Grade Marine Grade
or
anodized aluminium anodized aluminium anodized aluminium
The Façade Contractor shall provide protective coatings to prevent corrosion, staining, acid rain or
other possible chemical attack of all materials, within the entire façade system and at all interfaces to
the building, including finishes.
Bimetallic corrosion - For fixings between dissimilar metals, the fixings shall be made of a material
which is at least as noble of the noblest material fixing being fixed. Ie. an aluminium to mild steel
bracket should be fixed with stainless steel screws.
All elements of the building maintenance systems with dissimilar metals shall be fully separated and
insulated with isolators.
Interior Interior
Exposed Concealed
Aluminium Powder
Marine grade Marine grade Marine grade coated to achieve
Aluminium Powder / Aluminium Powder / Aluminium Powder AAMA 2604
316 316 316 316
steel support
or or or or
tracks with
wearing surfaces galvanised steel galvanised steel galvanised steel galvanised steel
galvanised to 85 galvanised to 85 galvanised to 85 galvanised to 85
microns thick microns thick microns thick microns thick
Acoustic Requirements
The Building maintenance systems should not generate a noise level greater than 70 dB(A) at 1 meter.
Access provisions
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Access Point Requirements

Access points shall be coordinated with the BMU Contractor and the Main Contractor so that the
suspension trolleys, fall arrest systems, BMU’s Davits can be safely reached
5.0 Building Maintenance Systems performance criteria
Cradles
The cradle shall be designed to carry 2 people together with their tools and cleaning materials. Safe
Working Load (SWL) shall be 250kg unless otherwise specified. The BMU shall be designed for out
of balance loads according to EN1808. It shall also be designed for an accidental loading of 350kg
acting vertically downward on the inner handrail due to accidental loading during glass replacement.
Cradles may be shared between davit systems or other suspension systems as detailed by the Building
Maintenance Contractor’s design. The Building Maintenance shall demonstrate to the Architect’s
satisfaction that any sharing of cradles between different systems shall not detract from the overall
cleaning cycle or access time for the building.
Cradles shall have the following features:
 Cradle top limit switch
 Cradle overload
 Cradle obstacle detector
 Cradle slack rope detectors
 Over-speed safety device
 Electromechanical overload
 Top and ultimate top limit switch
 Safety belt attachment points
 Soft wall bumper-rollers
 Castor wheels
 Bottom Trip Bar
The enclosed cradle shall be fabricated from steel with infill aluminium sections, and shall include non-
slip floor panels. The construction shall meet the requirements of British Standard 2830, completed
with aluminium end and centre panels, and intermediate panels of perforated aluminium or stainless
steel mesh. The cradle shall be 3m long, 1.2m high and 0.8m wide, unless specified otherwise.
A lockable rotary switch on the machine housing shall determine which control panel is used. Operation
and control of the BMU shall be performed from the control panel in the cradle when personnel are in
the cradle.
The control panel located in the cradle shall provide all controls for the operation of the cradle. This
control panel shall be weatherproof IP65 and be located in the centre of the cradle.
The cradle shall include a water container and lower obstacle detector/trip bar. To protect the façade
the working face of the cradle shall be provided with fixed rubber buffer strips over all corners and rubber
rollers.
Safe access for the operator into the cradle shall occur when the cradle is located at a parking position
on the roof behind the parapet, or at ground level. No access to the cradle shall be permitted over the
side of the building.
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For variable contoured façade or façade with horizontal features, the cradle shall be fitted with
extendable rollers that are designed specifically for the shape and features of the façade. As a minimum
the following shall be provided:
 A Facility for automated in / out operation floor-by-floor
 Side rollers and bumpers to prevent fin damage
 An Integrated limit switch to ensure the extension arms are in the correct location as the cradle
moves down the building.
The cradle shall have a demountable dust proof housing which can be employed to allow for repair works
to be carried out in a dust free, room temperature (24 degree C) environment. Portable air conditioners
shall be provided or included in the demountable housing to achieve the required room temperature
conditions.
Where a soft rope system is specified, motorized soft rope storage reelers shall be provided in the cradle
with a clutch system to ensure a constant slight tension in the ropes.
Two water tank frames with replaceable 30 litre (minimum) liners shall be provided in the cradle. Liners
shall be provided and shall be readily removable for filling and emptying, and for easy movement from
the cradle to the filling point.
For each cradle, the Building Maintenance Contractor shall provide 3 Safety harnesses with lanyards, for
a minimum of three (3) workers per cradle.
Self-Climbing cradles
The self-climbing cradle shall have the following features:
 Hoist motor with no power descent system

 Independent suspension and safety wire ropes
 Over-speed safety device
 Slack rope safety device
 Electromechanical overload
 Top and ultimate top limit switch
 Safety belt attachment points
 Cable bin
 Twin drum wire winders
 Soft wall bumper-rollers
 Castor wheels
 Bottom Trip Bar
The self-climbing cradle shall have the following operating controls
 Hold to run push buttons

 Hoist selector switch either side and both
 Emergency stop button
 Lockable main power switch
 Bottom Trip bar override Button
 Automatic self-levelling system
 Power-on light
 Resettable fuses
 Thermal protector for wire winder motors
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 Hour Meter
 Phase protection – 3 phase only
 Low voltage control circuit
Access Point Requirements
Access points shall be coordinated with the Building Maintenance Contractor and the Main Contractor
so that the suspension trolleys can be reached at the self-climbing cradle parking area to attach the
suspension rope and safety line, and the electrical supply cables can be accessed.
Safety Lines
A separate safety line shall be provided for each occupant in the cradle. The safety lines shall be rope
lines in a single length, free from tears or fraying. The rope shall be > 10mm diameter and shall have a
safe working load of 500kg.
The rope shall be fixed to the suspension trolley and shall be dropped down to the self-climbing cradle.
The occupants shall wear harnesses with 2 way locking ascender/descender that run continuously
up/down each separate rope.
Self-climbing cradle winches
Twin-drive hoists are to be capstan winch assemblies located at each end of the cradle. Each hoist is
driven by a common shaft to avoid any unnecessary synchronization. The twin drive hoist operates on
the principle of two adhesion pulleys mounted one above the other. Each pulley shall have a pressure
disc and a driven disc pressed against each other by pre-set heavy duty pressure disc springs. The wire
rope shall travel in an ‘S’ path around the two pulleys, leaving the machine 90 degrees to the rope entry.
The rope storage reelers shall be chain driven via the main shaft of the hoists, which keeps the speed of
the reeler and the hoist the same. A clutch system shall ensure a constant slight tension as the wire ropes
exit the hoists. The ropes shall be stored on the reeler without any load. This method is required to reduce
the likelihood of damaging the ropes.
Pantograph cradles
A pantograph or counterweighted cradle shall be provided as specified, to access recessed areas as
shown in the Contract Drawings. The cradle shall be counterweighted to eliminate any sway of the
cradle due to operator activities or inward/outward movement to/from the façade. The BMU shall be
counterweighted in accordance with the requirements of the Standards to accommodate the additional
loading from the cradle.
Gantry Cradles
Gantry Cradles shall be designed to carry 5 people together with their tools and cleaning materials. Safe
Working Load (SWL) shall be 600kg unless otherwise specified. The gantry shall be designed for out
of balance loads according to EN1808. It shall also be designed for an accidental loading of 350kg
acting vertically downward on the inner handrail due to accidental loading during glass replacement.
The gantry shall be 10m long, 1.2m high and 0.8m wide, or as otherwise specified in the System
Requirements section.
Sway Restraint and Cable Protection Systems
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Socket restraints
A socket restraint system shall be provided in accordance with EN1808, with stainless steel sockets
built into the tower facade system. The system shall make provision to ensure that the restraint assembly
is attached at every restraint point as the platform is lowered along the face of the building. The socket
spacing shall be reduced to a floor by floor spacing at overhang locations to allow the cradle to be pulled
in to the façade on adjustable lanyards. The sockets shall be designed to withstand a load of no less than
2.7kN applied in any direction.
Soft rope system

Soft rope systems shall be designed and provided in accordance with the relevant standards.
Outstand rollers
Outstand rollers are to be provided at the transition point between the inclined and overhanging facades
to prevent the suspension cables from hitting the façade.
The outstand rollers shall be manufactured from stainless steel to a suitably high tolerance to prevent
suspension cables from becoming jammed.
The outstand rollers shall be removeable and fixed to the building façade system via support sockets.
The outstand rollers shall have stainless steel safety cables which can be affixewd to the cradle during
deployment or removal to prevent accidental drops.
Suspension/Hoisting Ropes (Electrical / Mechanical)
Suspension / hoisting ropes shall be galvanized preformed steel and shall not be less than 8mm in
diameter. The suspension wire ropes shall, as a minimum, have a breaking strength of 2.5 metric tons
and a design safety factor of 8 to 1.
Suspension and safety ropes shall comply with all requirements of BS 6037.
4 number independent galvanized wire ropes shall be used for each personnel / materials cradle. The
ropes shall be fixed to a suspension beam located at the end of the suspension jib. When required, the
suspension beam shall be powered in order to slew the cradle parallel to the façade at all times.
Each of the four independent wire suspension ropes shall include electrical control and communication
conductors inside the core.
Suspension ropes utilized for self-climbing cradles, platforms etc. shall be provided in one continuous
length, and shall be free from any crimp damage or other defects. The suspension wire ropes shall, as
a minimum, have a breaking strength of 2.5 metric tons and a design safety factor of 10 to 1.
Powered Machine Hoists (BMU’s)
Powered machine hoists include:
 Track mounted and self-propelled Building maintenance units

 Self-propelled Building maintenance units with wheels and a guide rail system
The colour of the Building Maintenance Unit shall be approved by the Architect. The body shape of
the machine housing is to be confirmed by the Architect.
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All suspension systems are to be made from durable and robust components that are suitable to provide
maintenance free service for the full service life indicated for each machine.
Lower Chassis
The chassis provides the interface between the machine housing and the fixed twin steel tracks /
wearing course / wheels.
The wheel drive units, with frequency controlled brake motors, are to ensure even roof loading and
positive traction. Each drive unit shall incorporate guide rollers to enable the machine to be moved
safely.
The drive unit of the chassis shall have an automatic braking system. The brake shall engage whenever
power to the trolley is interrupted by controls or power failure. The brakes shall be capable of holding the
chassis stationary on the tracks during operation of the suspended cradle. The braking system shall have
an over speed sensor and capable of stopping a chassis that attains over speed or free movement due to
failure of the drive train system. The spring loaded cable reeling drum for the power supply shall be
installed beneath the chassis.
The lower chassis shall be manufactured from Grade S275 or Grade S355 mild steel and. The chassis
and the machine housing shall be connected via a powered slewing ring if required.
Overturning claws shall be fitted to each of the wheel housings of the lower chassis which fit below the
top flange of the tracks to prevent overturning in the event of a system overload.
Machine Housing
The machine housing shall be located above the chassis, and shall contain the following equipment:
 Winch specially designed for personnel transport

 Electrical control system in weatherproofed housing
 Main control panel
 Auxiliary control
 Slewing ring with brake motor driven gear drive unit
 Counterweights (unless they are located above the turret)
 Wire suspension rope storage reelers
 Materials hoist (if not located on the jib)
The machine housing shall be fabricated from Grade S355 mild steel hollow section structural
members, and clad in fixed steel and removable aluminium panels. The aluminium panels shall be
removable or hinged to provide easy access for the maintenance and inspection of the equipment. Access
to the main electric control panel shall be lockable.
The counterweight is to ensure the stability of the unit shall be installed into its own designated and
sealed compartment at the rear of the machine housing, or alternatively shall be located on the rear jib
either as a fixed component or as a telescopic assembly when specified.
The machine housing, mounted on the slewing ring, allows the jib and cradle to be rotated to reach all
parts of the façade, and to park the cradle on the roof within the parapet.
Hoisting Mechanism (reelers etc)

The hoisting mechanism shall be a single layer drum hoist specially designed for personnel transport.
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The hoisting mechanism shall be fitted with a disc brake. This is to open electrically as soon as the
power is supplied to the motor. The safety brake shall close and hold the cradle firmly in place in the
event of power failure.
The hoisting mechanism shall be fitted with a manual emergency ascent/descent system which allows
the cradle to be raised, or preferably lowered to ground or safe egress level in the event of a power
failure. The manual emergency descent system shall have a “hold-to-run” action and be fitted with a
centrifugal governor to control the speed during no power descent. The controlled descent speed shall
be lower than the triggering speed of the over-speed safety brake.
The hoisting mechanism shall have an IP rating of 66 Class B insulation.
The Lifting speed shall be between 12 and 18 m/min. The hoisting mechanism shall be fitted with an
over-speed safety brake which operates when descent reaches 27 m/min. This secondary, mechanical
brake, in accordance with EN 1808/BS 6037, is to act directly on the winch motor shaft, and shall be
automatically applied if either of the following conditions occurs:
 Sudden downward acceleration.

 Excess downward speed.
The single layer drum hoists shall be designed in accordance with AS1418.1 with groove dimensions
and drum dimensions in compliance with the code requirements.
Individual wire ropes shall be partitioned to form separate sections of a single drum or onto two drums.
In the event that two drums are used, they shall be fully synchronized. Multi layering of the wire ropes
on the drum is not permitted, unless the machine type has a long and successful service history of over
5 years and 20 units applications of the same type and height.
Telescopic Mast
If required, a telescopic mast shall be designed to raise and lower the jib and counterweight to avoid
obstructions. The turret is to be raised either by a synchronized screw lift or by hydraulic jacking, with an
emergency lock that engages in the event of a hydraulic cylinder failing.
The telescopic mast shall be designed such that the operation of the vertical movement of the machine
housing is integrated into the controls of the BMU. The vertical operation components and design shall
not adversely affect the stability of the BMU in any way; the vertical up and down movement shall be
fully stabilized, with all loading from the BMU onto the supports complying with the requirements of
the Standards and local Regulatory requirements.
Jib
The jib(s) shall generally be housed on top of the machine housing. The jib(s) and machine housing
slew together, with the jib(s) designed to luff, telescope, and knuckle to allow the cradle to be positioned
on all façade areas requiring access.
The extremity of the jib(s) shall be fitted with a motorized cross bar (rotating speed 2 m/min) which
allows the cradle to be positioned parallel to the façade, no matter what the angle of the jib(s) is to the
façade.
The jib(s) shall be of tubular section construction. The jib(s) can be fixed horizontal or be raised and
lowered (luffed) using a hydraulic ram fixed to the machine housing.
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A hydraulic power unit shall be designed for the operation of the hydraulic cylinder that operates the
luffing up and down of the suspension jib(s) when luffing is required. The power pack shall consist of
an electric motor driving a gear pump, control valve, safety valve, throttle valve, pressure gauge, filter,
return line filter etc.
Power Traversing System

The traversing of the machine shall be by two planetary gear motors on the front drive bogies only. An
electromagnetic brake with a controlled release ensures the machine stability even under high wind
conditions. The rear bogies shall be free running but articulated to manoeuvre around corners. The speed
for traversing shall be 8m/min maximum.
Power Supply Cable Reeler

The power supply cable (20m) connecting the machine housing to the power point shall be stored on a
spring loaded cable reeler which is to be mounted beneath the machine. The cable reeler shall be
provided with a limit switch to prevent the power cable from being wound completely out of the drum.
Any further forward movement of the BMU shall be prevented until some power cable is retracted back
onto the reeler drum.
Counterweight
The counterweights shall be manufactured from steel or lead and positioned at the rear of the machine
to counterbalance the cradle and imposed load in accordance with the European Standard: EN 1808.
The counterweight shall be located within the rear of the machine housing. Alternatively, it shall be
located on the rear jib, either as a fixed component or as a moving assembly which moves in order to
counterbalance the telescopic movement of the forward jib and thereby prevent uplift of the BMU on
the track. There shall be downward loading onto the track for all four BMU wheels at all times.
Electrical System
Power to the BMU shall be supplied by trailing cable from 400V, 50 Hz weatherproof socket outlets
(3P+N+E) located at 20m intervals around the roof.
All movements of the BMU shall be performed by three phase brake motors of minimum IEC
classification IP66 (i.e. totally enclosed dust and splash proof). Each failsafe motor brake shall be
applied by springs, and released by electromagnet whilst that motor is running.
The control box shall house all electrical items, including a transformer/rectifier set, to provide power at
24 Volts (AC and DC) for control purposes. All drives shall be fully protected against over-current,
moisture ingress and phase reversal.
a) Earthing and Lightning System

The BMU installation shall be provided with its own earthing and lightning protection systems. These
shall be connected into the earthing and lightning systems of the building with a distance of up to 20m
in length. The lightning system on the BMU shall be isolated from the electrical and mechanical
components of the BMU.
b) Control System
All control functions of the BMU and cradle shall be capable of being operated from either the cradle
control panel or from the auxiliary pendant control, without any visible and unsightly electric cables
between the machine housing and the cradle. The suspension cables shall contain internal copper
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conductors. In order to prevent spurious signals, two independent sender/receiver circuits have to be
closed simultaneously.
All movements of the BMU shall be fully protected by failsafe limit switches of protection class IP65.
Key switches, emergency stop buttons and a lockable isolator are required. A programmable
computerised sequence controller shall monitor the overall operation of the BMU to ensure safe
operation at all times, and to ensure that all movements are interlocked. The following movements shall
be controlled from either the cradle or the auxiliary control:
 Cradle up/down
 Jib telescoping in/out
 Jib luffing up/down
 Turret raising and lowering
 Machine traversing left/right along track
 Machine slewing/rotation
 Cradle rotation
 Materials hoist up/down (when required)
Safety Features
The operation of the BMU shall comply with or exceed all the requirements of local Standards and
EN 1808. The following are to be included as a minimum:

 Cradle overload
 Cradle obstacle detector
 Cradle slack rope detectors
 Winch top limit overwind switch
 Winch bottom limit unwind switch
 Jib telescoping in/out limit switches
 Counterweight in/out limit switches
 Turret up/down limit switches
 Failsafe primary winch brake
 Independent failsafe winch over-speed brake
 Incorrect rope layering limit switches (on winch)
 Transporter traversing limit switches
 Transporter and cradle slewing limit switches
 Audible and visual warning during power traversing
 Material hoist overload limit switch
All movements of the BMU shall be interlocked.
Automatic Safety Devices

The following safety devices shall be incorporated into the operational controls of the BMU:
 Overload sensor switch (Cradle and Material Hoist)

 Underload sensor switch
 Second limit switch in main circuit that will directly interrupt the power supply to the motor,
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independent of the working control circuit, if the limit switch in the control system fails.
 Limit switch that stops the ascent of the cradle when an obstruction or overhang is encountered.
 Limit switch that stops the descent of the cradle when an obstruction or overhang is encountered.
 Proximity sensor that stops slewing/traversing of the trolley when the suspension
jib/counterweight encounters an obstruction.
 Slack cable limit switches that will stop the hoist motor if slackness develops in the suspension
ropes during operation.
 Tangled rope protection limit switches that stop the hoist motor if the suspension rope on the
drum becomes tangled or coiled up on one side of the drum.
 Interlocked controls that prevent all other movement of the BMU when the cradle has
commenced descent (off the top limit).
 A detector that breaks the power supply if a chain used for the operation of safety devices
becomes unduly slack.
 Provisions must be provided to lower the cradle (s) manually, at a controlled rate, to a safe egress
position, in case of an emergency (after communication with operators in the cradle).
 Over-speed safety brakes
Main Electrical Control Panels

The main electrical control panel shall be mounted within a waterproof cabinet on the machine
housing. It shall contain all the motor control equipment required by the BMU, which briefly consists
of:
 A mains isolator switch.

 A phase rotation detector, to ensure that the three phase electrical supply is correctly connected
to the machine.
 Programmable logic controller (PLC) system, required to do the following:

o To control all operational sequences
o To monitor faults
o To interpret the control signals between the machine housing and cradle and
chassis.
 Mains and motor control contactors, each being equipped with a thermal overload affording
individual overload protection on each motor.
 A transformer which provides a 24V single phase supply for control and safety device circuits plus
a 220V single phase supply to power any auxiliary equipment power-board and additional lighting.
 A time elapsed hour meter, for determining the period between maintenance operations.
 A smaller low power heater to maintain a favourable ambient temperature within the control
panel, eliminating the possibility of damaging the electrical equipment due to condensation.
 The panel itself is to be protected to class IP55 and the door is to be fitted with lock for safety.
All control panels shall be key-locked with weatherproof locks. 3 sets of keys shall be provided.
Communication System
A fail safe telephone communication system shall be provided between the building management office,
the machine housing at the roof, and the cradle. Communication cables shall be contained within the
internal copper conductors of the suspension cables between the machine housing and the cradle.
Communications outlets shall be provided adjacent to each 3 phase power outlet with a 2 hour fire
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rating.
Davit Systems
The davit system shall consist of davit arms and davit brackets mounted on structural supports.
The following systems are considered to be davit systems
 Fixed lifting arms / posts / frames attached to floor or wall mounted sockets
 Removable lifting arms / posts / frames attached to floor or wall mounted sockets
 Manually movable lifting arms / posts / frames attached to floor or wall mounted rails
Davit arm systems shall be foldable to allow the systems to be hidden from view when not in use.
Davit arm systems comprise of the following components:
 Davit arms (lifting post / frames)

 Support brackets rails
Davit Arm Posts / Frames

The davits shall be easily transported between davit brackets / along rails and easily installed on
brackets.
Installed davits shall be able to be rotated / collapsed / opened by one person without effort.
Two suspension points shall be provided for each davit system and each davit suspension point shall
have a working load capacity of not less than 500 kg.
Davit Arm Brackets

All fixings are to be fully accessible for inspection.
The location of the brackets shall be coordinated by the BMU Contractor. The BMU Contractor shall
be responsible for designing the interval for the structural support system.
Davits and brackets shall be designed to allow safe access to attach the suspension ropes to the davit
suspension points at all times. Fall arrest systems and the alike shall be utilised to achieve this.
Davits shall be designed to rotate where possible in order to connect the suspension and safety ropes to
the davits from within the roof area behind the parapet.
Where possible flush mounted davit brackets shall be provided; this is in order to allow uninhibited
access without the possibility of tripping.
Monorails
The monorail systems provided by the BMU Contractor shall be a proprietary product manufactured by
a recognised company of European, Australian or US origin with an established track record with
completed project references for longer than 5 years with international service support.
All suspension systems are to be made from durable and robust components that are suitable to provide
maintenance free service for the full service life indicated for each machine.
The design and constraints of the individual systems are indicated below and can be summarised by
the following:
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 Monorail design
 Sway restraint system
 Material hoist
Monorail tracks
Monorail tracks are to be designed for travelling loading including all the effects listed in Load
Requirements Section. The contact points for the trolley are to be checked for local bending of section
walls. Curved sections of track are to be checked for torsion due to the offset of the loading points and
rail support points.
The brackets supporting monorails are to be checked for the worst case combined forces and moments
applied to the rails. Eccentric fixing conditions shall also be considered in the calculations.
Monorail suspension trolley

The trolley shall be either manually or electrically operated. If a manual trolley is used then a locking
system shall be provided to restrain the trolley in position so that it does not move when the cradle is
lowered.
Unless alternative means of rescue are approved, Two suspension trolleys shall be provided for each
track. One trolley for cleaning and maintenance and one trolley for emergency rescue.
Trolleys for each track must be dedicated to the particular track and shall remain permanently on the
track. The trolleys shall not be shared between monorail systems in order to avoid any errors by
operators while shifting the trolleys.
Movement of the trolleys along the monorail tracks shall be power (motored) drive, unless otherwise
designed by the Building Maintenance Contractor and accepted by the Project Manager or Architect.
The trolleys shall have manual braking system that can be engaged at every drop point.
If the monorail system is to provide anchorage for rope access, then the system shall be designed to
accommodate all loadings for rope access.
Support Brackets
The support bracket shall be painted to a RAL colour as per the Project Manager or Architect’s choice
and shall be fixed to the structure at intervals justified by load calculations for the monorail system.
Materials Hoist
Materials Hoist jibs

Unless specified otherwise, a materials hoist shall be provided. The materials hoist shall be controlled
from the cradle, it shall have a 1000kg safe working load, and be fixed to a suspension point on the jib
of the powered machine hoist or jib of davit system or rail of the monorail or similar. It shall be equipped
with an overload limiting device and fully comply with AS1418.1 overload limit. The powered machine
hoist, Davit etc shall be designed accordingly to receive the additional load.
Tracks and Pedestals
Tracks shall be fixed on steel frames or concrete pedestals with bolts and holding down plates.
The BMU Contractor shall design the track support system, and shall be responsible for all setting out
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of the locations of the pedestals, where required.

The BMU Contractor shall indicate compatibility of these systems with the building structure and
certify to the Main Contractor and the Architect. The BMU Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring
that the installation of the pedestals does not damage or interfere with the integrity of any water
proofing membrane of the building.
Special attention shall be given to assure that the attachment to the building structure shall be of
adequate strength so that stresses imparted to load carrying members are within allowable limits and
that no member is over stressed.
The BMU loads imposed on the track and structure shall be calculated according to the relevant codes
of practice. The rear track is to be designed for un-factored loads where these are more critical.
The track system shall be located to provide controlled positioning of the supported machinery to allow
the cradle to be safely suspended in working position over the side of the building, at any designated
position.
All track pedestals and track shall be fabricated from structural steel profiles.
There shall be provisions in the track for removal and inspection of all BMU components (if required)
during routine maintenance.
The Track radius may be rolled or fabricated from a series of straight sections.
The track system shall include work station alignment components, as necessary, to assure
programmable positioning of the supported machinery and cradle.
The track shall be sized to permit a maximum pedestal span of 3000mm.
The track system shall have provisions to accommodate thermal expansion which will not adversely
affect the traversing of the BMU along the tracks.
To reduce the structure born noise, the BMU tracks shall be isolated from the BMU track pedestals by
neoprene rubber anti vibration pads. Suitable pads will have a minimum static deflection of 1mm under
BMU wheel load. Suitable pads shall be Gantrex or similar approved.
Fall Arrest Access Systems
The fall arrest system provided by the BMU Contractor shall be a proprietary product manufactured by
a recognised company of European, Australian or US origin with an established track record with
completed project references for longer than 5 years with international service support.
The equipment shall be a standard design manufactured and installed to meet all the requirements of EN
795. All components shall be designed by the safety restraint systems supplier and shall meet the
applicable requirements of ANSI A10.32, ANSI A14.3 and EN 353
When penetrating the façade system or roofing weather line and/or air seal line the system shall be
waterproofed such that no moisture can pass from the outside of the roof to the inside.
The safety line/fall arrest system shall be designed to allow users to walk uninterrupted the entire length
of the system without having to unhitch from the system to pass through intermediate support points. The
system shall be designed for hands free operation once the user is properly attached to the system.
The system shall be designed to support two users in case of a fall and to prevent the users from free
falling more than 2 meters.
When clearance and spacing of anchorage is not indicated on drawings, design anchorages at locations
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and spacing as recommended by manufacturer to obtain maximum working loads.

Safety Line systems
Safety line shall consist of a stainless steel safety cable attached to the structure. The cable shall be
continuous or shall have swaged splices which allow the user to pass without unhooking from the
system.
The safety line shall have a stainless steel entry terminal, swaged to the cable, at each end of the cable
with a plastic spring gate.
A stainless steel spring loaded line tension device, shock absorber, and turnbuckle shall be provided at
both ends of the safety line. Stainless steel end brackets to attach the cable to the structure shall be
provided.
The safety line shall be supported at 3 meters centres max with stainless steel “D” rings and hangers
designed to allow the user to pass without unhitching from the cable.
Safety line fixing points shall be provided at locations indicated on the Contract Drawings.
The safety line fixing points shall comprise of 2 independent anchor points each with a load capacity of
22kN in accordance with OSHA requirements.
Brackets and supports shall be attached to the structure with appropriate anchors of proper size and
embedment, which safely and adequately support the intended loaded.
The safety line fixing points shall be anchored back into the structure in a manner that allows their full
loading to be carried together with any eccentric loads.
Lanyard and Harnesses
A minimum of 3 sets of nylon lanyards and full body harnesses shall be provided for the safety line/fall
arrest systems. These shall be of adjustable length, tear out shock absorbing, nylon lanyards, with
double locking assemblies at each end, meeting BS EN 353, BS EN 354, BS EN 355, ANSI A10.32,
ANSI A14.3 and OSHA 1926.10A, and as recommended by the safety restraint system supplier.
One harnesses shall be provided for each operative and a further three harnesses shall be provided for
building management. Each harness shall comply with OSHA requirements and be capable of carrying
an applied load of 22kN while preventing a fall of more than 2 metres, and shall meet the requirements
of BS EN 361.
Three stainless steel lanyard coupler devices shall be provided for each separate length of fall arrest with
connector eye. The coupler device shall be able to be hooked and unhooked at the entry terminals and
be able to pass intermediate cable supports and splices without having to be detached.
Abseiling Anchors
All components shall be designed by the rope access anchor systems supplier and shall meet the
applicable requirements of ANSI A10.32. and / or BS 7985.
When penetrating the façade system or roofing weather line and/or air seal line the system shall be
waterproofed such that no moisture can pass from the outside of the roof to the inside.
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The abseiling anchors shall be designed to support one user.
The rope access anchor points shall have a static load capacity of 15kN in accordance with the latest
BS 7985 standard. The anchors shall be anchored back into the structure in a manner that allows their
full loading to be carried together with any eccentric loads.
Anchors shall be attached to the structure with appropriate fixings of proper size and embedment, which
safely and adequately support the intended loads and transfer the loads to the structural support of the
building.
Anchorages and fasteners for the rope access anchors shall be in accordance with manufacturer’s
recommendations to obtain the allowable working loads published in the product literature and in
accordance with this specification.
Ladder Systems
Ladder systems locations shall be proposed by the BMU Contractor and agreed with the Project
Architect. The Building Maintenance Contractor shall be responsible for the design, manufacture and
installation of any ladder systems.
Ladder systems shall be manufactured from either marine grade structural aluminium, and anodized, or
from galvanised mild steel.
Ladder systems shall be supplied complete with Fall Arrest Systems to support loads specified in the
fall arrest system specification as well as complying with EN 353.
Ladder systems shall provide full operational safety to operators/users in accordance with International
Standards such as BS 5395.
Access to the Catladders shall be proposed and fully detailed by the BMU Contractor and shall be
coordinated with the Owner or Architect.
Water-fed Pole systems
The water-fed pole systems shall be telescopic

The water-fed pole system shall have a dual hose system. One hose shall feed detergent solution to the
brush, and the other hose shall be connected to a spray nozzle above the brush
The spray nozzle shall deliver either a jet or fan of water
MEWPS
The MEWP system shall have the capability to access all areas as indicated on the Tender Drawings. All
movements of the machine shall be fully automated. All functions shall be controlled and monitored by
safety devices to ensure complete safety of operations. Particular attention shall be paid to ensuring
that the boom lift can set up in all areas without infringing on planter and garden areas.
The MEWP system shall be suitable for operating on sloping and stepped surfaces, including multi-
level support across planters, entry ramps and stairs.
The MEWP Contractor shall certify to the Client that the MEWP can access all areas required.
Particular note should be made of delivery routing, and consideration shall be given to doorway widths
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through which the unit will pass, and designated parking areas. The boom lift shall operate at noise levels
below 40dB.
All hardware, anchors, shims, clips, bolts, nuts, washers, etc. shall be Grade 316 Stainless Steel.
The design and manufacturing of the MEWP equipment shall comply with the latest European
standards: EN280. Final approval is carried out by Government Authorities.
The MEWP shall be a proprietary product manufactured by a recognised company with a long
established track record and international service support. These shall include, but not limited to:
 Teupen (Germany)
 Palazzani (Italy)
 TCA (Denmark)
 Platform Basket (Italy)
 Omme Lift (Denmark)
 Genie (USA)
The following chapter provides product specific information about all maintenance units covered in
the Tender drawings.
The design and constraints of the individual systems are indicated below and can be summarised by
the following:
 MEWP components
 Basket
 Control
 Safety devices
 Noise and vibration
MEWP Components
The MEWP shall consist of the following major components:
 Lower chassis
 Machine housing (containing winches, controls and other equipment)
 Hoisting mechanism
 Telescopic boom (when specified)
 Power traversing system
 Power supply cable reeler
 Counterweight
 Electrical system
 Communication system
 Keys and locks
 Finishes
Lower Chassis
The wheel drive units are to ensure even floor loading and positive traction. Each drive unit shall
incorporate guide rollers to enable the machine to be moved safely.
The lower chassis shall be manufactured from Grade S275 or Grade S355 mild steel and hot dipped
galvanized to a minimum thickness of 85 micron. The chassis and the machine housing shall be
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connected via a powered slewing ring if required.
Machine Housing
The machine housing shall be located above the chassis, and shall contain the following equipment:
 Electrical control system in weatherproofed housing

 Main control panel
 Auxiliary control
 Slewing ring with brake motor driven gear drive unit
 Counterweights (where applicable)
 Materials hoist (if not located on the boom)
The machine housing shall be fabricated from hollow section structural members, and clad in fixed
steel and removable aluminium panels. All steel shall be hot dip galvanized to a minimum thickness of
85 micron. The aluminium panels shall be removable or hinged to provide easy access for the
maintenance and inspection of the equipment. Access to the main electric control panel shall be
lockable.
The counterweight, where applicable, is to ensure the stability of the unit shall be installed into its own
designated and sealed compartment at the rear of the machine housing.
The machine housing, mounted on the slewing ring, allows the boom to be rotated to reach all parts of
the façade, and to orientate the basket during parking.
When specified, the machine housing shall have the capability of telescoping to allow operation of the
boom and basket over obstacles. The MEWP shall be designed such that the operation of the vertical
movement of the machine housing is integrated into the controls of the MEWP, and shall not affect the
stability of the MEWP in any way. The vertical up and down movement shall be fully stabilized, with
all loading from the MEWP onto the ground complying with the requirements of the Standards and
local Regulatory requirements.
Telescopic Boom
A telescopic boom shall be designed to raise and lower the boom to avoid obstructions. The boom is to
be raised either by a synchronized screw lift or by hydraulic jacking, with an emergency lock that
engages in the event of a hydraulic cylinder failing.
The boom shall generally be housed on top of the machine housing. The boom and machine housing
slew together, with the boom designed to luff or telescope out and in or knuckle (when applicable) to
allow the basket to be positioned on all façade areas requiring access.
The extremity of the boom shall be fitted with a motorized mechanism (rotating speed 2 m/min) which
allows the basket to be positioned parallel to the façade, no matter what the angle of the boom is to the
façade.
The suspension boom(s) shall be of tubular section construction. The boom(s) can be fixed horizontal or
be raised and lowered (luffed) using a hydraulic ram fixed to the machine housing.
Hydraulic Power Unit

The hydraulic power unit shall be designed for the operation of the hydraulic cylinder that operates the
luffing up and down of the suspension boom(s) when luffing is required. The power pack shall consist
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of an electric motor driving a gear pump, control valve, safety valve, throttle valve, pressure gauge,
filter, return line filter etc.
Power Supply Cable Reeler

The power supply cable (20m) connecting the machine housing to the power point shall be stored on a
spring loaded cable reeler which is to be mounted beneath the machine. The cable reeler shall be
provided with a limit switch to prevent the power cable from being wound completely out of the drum.
Any further forward movement of the MEWP shall be prevented until some power cable is retracted back
onto the reeler drum.
Counterweight (where applicable)
The counterweights shall be manufactured from steel or lead and positioned at the rear of the machine
to counterbalance the basket and imposed load in accordance with the European Standard: EN 280. The
counterweight shall be located within the rear of the machine housing. There shall be uplift of the
MEWP at all times.
Electrical System
Power to the MEWP shall be supplied by trailing cable from 400V, 50 Hz weatherproof socket outlets
(3P+N+E) located at 20m intervals around the building perimeter where applicable.
All movements of the MEWP shall be performed by three phase brake motors of minimum IEC
classification IP54 (i.e. totally enclosed dust and splash proof). Each failsafe motor brake shall be
applied by springs, and released by electromagnet whilst that motor is running.
The control box shall house all electrical items, including a transformer/rectifier set, to provide power at
24 Volts (AC and DC) for control purposes. All drives shall be fully protected against over-current,
moisture ingress and phase reversal.
Earthing and Lightning System

The MEWP installation shall be provided with its own earthing and lightning protection systems. The
lightning system on the MEWP shall be isolated from the electrical and mechanical components of the
MEWP.
Control System
All control functions of the MEWP and cradle shall be capable of being operated from either the basket
control panel or from the auxiliary pendant control, without any visible and unsightly electric cables
between the machine housing and the MEWP.
All movements of the MEWP shall be fully protected by failsafe limit switches of protection class IP65.
Key switches, emergency stop buttons and a lockable isolator are required. A programmable
computerised sequence controller shall monitor the overall operation of the MEWP to ensure safe
operation at all times, and to ensure that all movements are interlocked. The following movements shall
be controlled from either the cradle or the auxiliary control:
 Boom telescoping in/out
 Boom luffing up/down
 Machine traversing
 Machine slewing/rotation
 Basket rotation
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 Materials hoist up/down (when required)
Safety Features
The operation of the MEWP shall comply with or exceed all the requirements of local Standards and
EN 280. The following are to be included as a minimum:
 Basket overload
 Basket obstacle detector
 Boom telescoping in/out limit switches
 Machine housing traversing limit switches
 Machine housing and basket slewing limit switches
 Audible and visual warning during power traversing
 Material hoist overload limit switch
All movements of the MEWP shall be interlocked.
Automatic Safety Devices

Further to the previous clauses, the following safety devices shall be incorporated into the
operational controls of the MEWP:
 Overload sensor switch (Basket and Material Hoist)

 Underload sensor switch (Basket)
 Second limit switch in main circuit that will directly interrupt the power supply to the motor,
independent of the working control circuit, if the limit switch in the control system fails.
 Proximity sensor that stops slewing/traversing of the trolley when the boom encounters an
obstruction.
 Slack cable limit switches that will stop the hoist motor if slackness develops in the suspension
ropes during operation.
 Provisions must be provided to lower the boom (s) manually, at a controlled rate, to a safe egress
position, in case of an emergency (after communication with operators in the basket).
 Over-speed safety brakes
Main Electrical Control Panel
The main electrical control panel shall be mounted within a waterproof cabinet on the machine housing.
It shall contain all the motor control equipment required by the MEWP, which briefly consists of:
 A mains isolator switch.

 A phase rotation detector, to ensure that the three phase electrical supply is correctly connected
to the machine.
 Programmable logic controller (PLC) system, required to do the following:
o To control all operational sequences
o To monitor faults
o To interpret the control signals between the machine housing and cradle and
chassis.
 Mains and motor control contactors, each being equipped with a thermal overload affording
individual overload protection on each motor.
 A transformer which provides a 24V single phase supply for control and safety device circuits plus
a 220V single phase supply to power any auxiliary equipment power-board and additional lighting.
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 A time elapsed hour meter, for determining the period between maintenance operations.
 A smaller low power heater to maintain a favourable ambient temperature within the control
panel, eliminating the possibility of damaging the electrical equipment due to condensation.
 The panel itself is to be protected to class IP55 and the door is to be fitted with lock for safety.
Communication System
A fail safe telephone communication system shall be provided between the machine housing at
the ground, and the basket.
Communications outlets shall be provided adjacent to each 3 phase power outlet with a 2 hour fire
rating.
Keys and Locks

All control panels shall be key-locked with weatherproof locks. 3 sets of original operation keys shall
be provided.
Finishes
The following finishes and coatings should be applied to the MEWP systems and should be in
accordance with the relevant section of the Façade Specification.
Prime Finish: All steel surfaces external to the building, except stainless, shall be hot-dipped galvanized
to a minimum thickness of 85 micron.
Finish Enamel: In addition to galvanizing specified above, one coat of primer and two additional coats
of shop applied machinery enamel shall be applied to all ferrous metal surfaces, except stainless, of a
colour selected by the Architect.
Aluminium surfaces shall be 3 coat fluorocarbon or powder coat paint finish conforming to aama 2605
in a colour selected by the Architect.
Basket
The MEWP basket should incorporate and demonstrate the following:
 A power-operated MEWP should provide a safe means of access to and egress from the basket
 Where provided, hinged access doors should open inwards. Hinged access doors shall
automatically and positively return to the closed position and be self-locking. Drop bars fulfil this
purpose
 Steel cage and anti-slip floor, automatic self-levelling device.
 Guard-railing or other structure around its upper periphery not less than 900mm and not more than
115mm above platform floor, with an intermediate guardrail at not less than 450mm and not more
than 600mm above platform floor
 Kick-plates/toe-boards at sides and ends not less than 150mm high. The kick-plate may form part
of the means of ingress and egress
 Drain holes, where the floor has no other openings
 Marking showing its safe working load and the maximum number of persons it permits
 Fast and easy dismantling of basket for ease of movement and storage
 Platform bump guard to protect building surfaces from accidental damage.
 The basket is equipped with special anti-collision kit (around the sides of the basket) which stops
the motion if the basket touches any obstacle.
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 Retrieval of platform in the event of loss of normal power

 Ultrasonic sensors around the sides of baskets to avoid collision with any objects.
Restraint points
 Suitable, dedicated work restraint anchor points for the attachment of safety harnesses for each
operative shall be provided. These shall be clearly identified and marked in the basket
 The number of work restraint anchor points shall be sufficient to accommodate the maximum
number of operatives allowed in the basket. These shall be clearly marked with the number of
persons which they are rated for.
 The work restraint anchor point shall be attached to permanent parts of the basket only.
 Each work restraint anchor point shall be designed to withstand a force of 750N. There shall be
no resultant permanent deformation when the load is applied in the least favourable condition
 Independent harness points shall be provided for the maximum number of persons permitted for
each basket and they shall each be capable of carrying an applied load of at least 750N per person,
without causing overload or failure to any part of the basket
Controls
A power-operated MEWP should have two sets of controls. One set of controls should be on the
platform and the other set at ground or chassis level. The set at ground/chassis level should be able to
override the set on the platform. A clearly marked overriding lowering control shall be fitted to enable
a worker at ground level to lower the platform in an emergency.
Every control of a power-operated MEWP should be of a ‘deadman’ type that it automatically returns
to neutral or off position when released. The controls should be positioned or protected against
accidental operation or damage.
The function of each control device should be clearly indicated and marked on or beside the device in
English and Chinese
Further features shall include:

 MEWPs shall be provided with mushroom-style emergency stop button, coloured RED. All
machine functions are disabled when the button is activated
 Platform alarms and indicator lights
 Removable key switch or other lockable ground controls
 Motion alarm sounding when lifting or travelling
 Stroke or Flashing light operating when travelling
 Platform mounted wind anemometer and gauge for monitoring the wind velocity during platform
use. Reading shall be in kilometres per hour and operating power shall be from internal turbine or
9-volt battery
Power and drive

The power and drive of the MEWP shall coincide with the following:
Self-propelled MEWPs
Self-driven MEWPs shall be easily transportable by, at most, a pair of operatives when the MEWP is in
its transport configuration
Combustion engine MEWPs
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Fuel lines of internal combustions engines must be protected from engine and exhaust heat
The engine, if applicable, should be shut down while fuel tanks are being filled. The fuelling areas
should be well ventilated, free of flame, sparks or other hazards that may cause fire or explosion
Combustion engine MEWPs may not be permitted for use in indoor situations, whether for either
routing or operation purposes
Electrically-driven MEWPs
Electrically-driven MEWPs for use in open space should be provided with weatherproof electrical
fittings
Batteries should be charged in a well-ventilated area free of flame, sparks or other hazards that may cause
fire or explosion. The batteries shall be:
 Alkaline rechargeable battery.

 Battery Life of MEWP shall be a minimum of 12 hours.
 Battery powered MEWP can be re-charged while being used
Wheel drive
 Where the MEWP is required to travel indoors for routing or operation purposes, non- marking,
white coloured tyres or crawler tracks must be supplied
 Pneumatic, puncture proof tyres, shall be used, whereby labels indicating the tyre pressure shall be
included
 The MEWP should be fitted with an effective lock-on brake or other means to hold the unit on
the maximum slope it is designed for while loaded with its safe working load
An alarm or other audible warning devices should be fitted on the power-operated MEWP to warn the
operator when the machine’s base is out of level. The operator should be allowed to restore the machine
to a safe condition when the drive and lift functions are disabled.
The power-operated MEWP should be equipped with an audible warning device that can be used by
the operator to give warnings to nearby persons when moving the machine
Safety Devices
The MEWP Contractor shall ensure that the following safety devices are provided:
 All dangerous parts including rotating shafts, gears and sprockets should be guarded so that
persons operating the machine will not be endangered by the operation of the machine
 Level sensor boom inclination alarm
 Acoustic signal audible alarm at the work platform shall operate when the extreme limit of
inclination has been reached
 Interlocking device to prevent any unintentional movement of any stabilisers (where applicable)
when the boom is not in the stowed position.
 Hydraulic systems are to be built for fail-safe condition and must be designed that free descent will
not occur in case of a hose or fitting failure. In the event of hydraulic line failure, hydraulically-
positioned outriggers or stabilisers must not retract.
 Self-locking valves on all hydraulic cylinders and hoses to prevent sudden drop of the cage in
case of any hydraulic leakage.
 Self-locking valves on all hydraulic cylinders and slewing group.
IFC (Rev. 0)
 Overpressure valves on the hydraulic system.

 Supplementary hand pump for emergency manoeuvres
 A power-operated MEWP with tilting boom should have means to secure the boom in both
transport and working positions. It should not be possible to move the basket in its working position
until the boom is in its working position
 A braking system should be provided on all drives. For raising movements, this system should be
an automatic lock or self-sustaining device. The braking system should be automatically applied
when the drive is no longer energised.
 The braking system should ensure that the work platform can be stopped and helped at any position
under all possible conditions of operation. Unintentional releases of these devices should not be
possible
 Provision of emergency retrieval
 Minimum 4 numbers independent articulated stabilisers allowing setting up on uneven ground,
with rubber clad outrigger plates (where applicable)
 Interlocking system allows operating the boom only when the stabilisers (where applicable) are
in pressure on the ground.
 For the scissor type power-operated MEWP, suitable safety device such as captive chock within
the scissor mechanism should be used to prevent trapping of persons during maintenance
 Where stability is dependent on the correct use of stabilisers, the lifting mechanisms must be
interlocked to the stabilisers
 Outriggers re-entry is possible only when the boom is on its rest support where applicable
 Level indicator to indicate whether the inclination of the MEWP chassis is within the limits
permitted by the manufacturer
 Load sensing system to alarm and stop the work platform when certain rated load situations have
been exceeded
o If the load sensing system is triggered during normal movement of the work platform,
the possibility of normal movement may remain
o For MEWPs, the vertical project of the centre of gravity of the load is always inside
the tipping lines, the load-sensing system need not be activated until the work
platform is elevated more than 1m or 10% of lift height, whichever is greater, above
the lowest position. If an overload condition sensed at or above this height, further
elevation shall be prevented.
 Mechanical stops or control systems to limit the MEWP to its working envelope
 Moment sensing system to provide visual warning when overturning moment is reached and
prevents further movements, except those that reduce the overturning moment
Noise and Vibration Control

The MEWP power unit should not generate a noise level greater than 40 dB(A) at 1 meter during
transportation and operation.
Storage
Dedicated storage points are to be provided at the locations as indicated on the drawings. Canvas
covers shall be provided to protect the machines when not in use.
Other Equipment / Accessories
IFC (Rev. 0)
The MEWP Contractor shall provide the following.

 All electrical controls, interlocks and attachments for a safe and efficient operation.
 Full body safety harnesses complying with BS EN 361 with lanyards, for a minimum of three (3)
workers per MEWP.
6.0 Delivery and Installation
General Requirements
The Building Maintenance Contractor shall examine the construction documents, site conditions and
the installation requirements for this Contract before starting and report to the Main Contractor and the
Consultant, in writing, conditions which will prevent the proper execution of this work.
All surveying and setting out required for the installation of the building maintenance equipment shall
be the responsibility of the Building Maintenance Contractor.
Starting the works of this Contract without reporting unsuitable conditions to the Main Contractor and
Consultant constitutes acceptance of conditions by the Building Maintenance Contractor.
All steel required for the façade systems, their supports, their secondary supports, their main supports
shall be furnished and installed by the Building Maintenance Contractor.
The Building Maintenance Contractor shall be shall be responsible for delivering all Building
maintenance equipment into the assigned locations, and shall include provision for all necessary
hoisting equipment for delivery of the access equipment. The Contractor shall liaise with the Main
Contractor in determining the proper delivery route and program, and shall notify the Main Contractor
at least 30 days prior to the date that the equipment is due to be delivered to site.
The Building Maintenance Contractor shall be responsible for installation of all materials, components
and equipment associated with the Building maintenance systems, except where specifically noted
otherwise in the Contract Documents.
Any required removal, repair, or replacement of uncoordinated work caused by inadequate conditions
shall be performed by the Building Maintenance Contractor at no additional cost to the Owner, Main
Contractor and Consultant.
Installation shall be in accordance with approved shop drawings and manufacturer’s instructions and
recommendations.
Anchorages into Main Structure
During Anchorage works, reinforcement or structural members shall not be cut or damaged. In the
event of any accidental damage the Main Contractor and Architect shall be informed in writing
immediately
Any remedial work required of the any anchors after concrete pour shall be the responsibility of the
Building Maintenance Contractor, regardless of the reason.
The Building Maintenance Contractor shall be responsible for coordinating with the Structural
Engineer, Project Manager or Architect and any other party for the positioning of any brackets anchors
or the alike, and shall provide all data necessary to evaluate the structural requirements for the structural
elements to which the support brackets are to be installed.
Tracks
IFC (Rev. 0)
Delivery, setting out and installation of all components of the Building Maintenance System tracks shall
be the responsibility of the BMU Contractor.
The Building Maintenance Contractor shall design the track support system, and shall be responsible
for all setting out of the locations of the pedestals, where required.
Steel pedestals and all anchors and fixings shall be designed, manufactured and installed by the BMU
Contractor. Concrete pedestals shall be designed by the BMU Contractor, for casting by the Main
Contractor. All anchors and fixings to the pedestals hall be designed, manufactured and installed by the
BMU Contractor.
Monorails
Brackets for monorail systems shall be designed, supplied and installed by the Building Maintenance
Contractor.
Davits
Brackets and rails for davit arm systems shall be designed, supplied and installed by the Building
Maintenance Contractor.
The Davit design and erection method shall take into account of any restricted space for erecting and
rigging. Erection may require lifting of the davit onto the davit bracket parallel to the external facade
rather than perpendicular.
Fall Arrest System Installation
Fall arrest systems shall be installed by the manufacturer’s authorized trained and certified personnel.
Abseiling Anchors
Equipment for all rope access anchors shall be installed by a listed supplier or approved equivalent.
Wind Anemometer
Provide a wind anemometer [one for each tower] for measuring wind velocity during rope access
activities. Reading shall be in multiple units [kmph, mps, knots]. The operating power shall be
provided from a 9V battery or from an internal turbine.
7.0 Factory Tests
If required by the client the Building Maintenance Contractor shall bear all costs associated with factory
testing (where applicable) for each BMU prior to shipping:
 Load Testing
 Emergency push button operation
 Limit switches
 Safety features
 Operational tests
IFC (Rev. 0)
Load testing
Cable hoisting equipment

The following load testing shall be performed on all cable hoisting equipment, (i.e. powered machine
hoists, davit systems, Gantries, monorails etc.).
 Static load test (1.5 x Working Load Limit as per BS EN1808)

 Dynamic load test (1.25 x Working Load Limit as per BS EN1808)
 Secondary brake activation and load test on Cradle Hoisting Mechanism
 Secondary brake activation and load test on Sled Hoisting Mechanism
Testing will be carried out under most onerous conditions considering loading in the most critical
foreseeable locations, (eg with the mast and jib fully extended)
The test shall be carried out in accordance with BS EN 1808 and during the test, there shall be no
uplift at the rear.
MEWP equipment
The following operational tests shall be witnessed for each MEWP prior to shipping:
Static stability test
The MEWP shall be set up on the maximum allowable inclination of the chassis as deigned by the
manufacturer plus an additional 0.5°. Test load shall be applied to represent all the least favourable load
and force combinations as per EN 280. There shall be no uplift and permanent deformation to the
MEWP.
Dynamic stability test
 Kerb tests (as per EN 280)

 Braking tests (as per EN 280)
Overload test
 1.5 x Rated load for manually operated MEWP (as per EN280)
 1.25 x Rated load for power operated MEWP (as per EN280)
Functional tests
 1.1 x Rated load (as per EN280)
Emergency push button operation
The emergency push buttons for both the cradle/basket and main pendant control shall be tested during
the following operations:
 Traversing (where applicable)
 Slewing (where applicable)
 Mast/boom telescoping (where applicable)
 Jib telescoping (where applicable)
 Cross bar slewing
IFC (Rev. 0)
 Cradle pantographing
 Cradle hoist
 Material hoist
Limit switches
The proper functioning of the following limit switches shall be satisfactorily demonstrated:
 Cradle obstacle detector (above)
 Cradle obstacle detector (below)
 Cradle slack rope detector
 Winch top limit overwind switch
 Winch bottom limit unwind switch
 Mast telescoping limit switches
 Jib telescoping limit switches
 Counterweight telescoping limit switch
 Incorrect rope layering limit switch
 Traversing limit switch
 Jib/Counterweight proximity sensor
 Slack cable detector
 Material hoist top limit
 Material hoist bottom limit
 Drive orientation switch (MEWP’s)
 Elevated boom travel limit switch (MEWP’s)
 Envelope boom travel limit switch (MEWP’s)
Safety features:
The following safety devices shall be satisfactorily demonstrated:

 Basket / Cradle overload limit
 Material hoist overload
 Failsafe primary winch brake
 Independent failsafe winch over-speed brake on Cradle Hoisting Mechanism
 Independent failsafe winch over-speed brake on Sled Hoisting Mechanism
 Interlocked movements
 No power emergency descent/ascent
 Failsafe communication system
 Envelope control system (MEWP’s)
 Moment control system (MEWP’s)
Operational tests:
The following requirements/operational tests shall be satisfactorily demonstrated:

 Horizontal travel – including corner travel
 Mast / boom Extension and Retraction
IFC (Rev. 0)
 Jib Extension and Retraction

 Slewing Operation
 Suspension Beam Rotation
 Scissor lift operation
 Vertical Travel
 Machine separation / space systems
 Key Operation
 Sway Restraint System
 Finishes
 Critical Measurement – clearances
 Mullion Sway Restraint
 Track load testing
 Cable breaking load tests
 Pantograph/Counterweight Cradle operation
The testing method statement shall be submitted to the Consultant for approval two weeks prior to
testing.
8.0 Site Commissioning
The Building Maintenance contractor shall carry out a repeat of the factory tests on the completed
building maintenance systems. Additionally, the following tests shall be carried out:
 Horizontal travel around full perimeter of building

 Operation of the Building Maintenance systems in at least 20 different locations around building,
locations which are to be agreed by the Architect
 Sway restraint and cable protection systems
 Critical Measurements and Clearances
Repeat Visits for Testing and Commissioning

In the event that repeat testing is required at the manufacturing facility or on site, the Tower Façade Sub-
Contractor shall pay for additional flights and accommodation together with costs of US$1,000 per day
for the Consultant to attend the repeat testing.
9.0 Operational Training
The Building Maintenance Contractor’s Representative shall instruct the Project Manager’s
representatives and selected User Personnel in the proper usage of the Building Maintenance systems.
The Representative of the Building Maintenance Contractor shall, at time as selected by the Project
Manager, spend up to ten (10) man days at the building furnishing this instruction.
Building Maintenance System training attendance certificates shall be issued by the Building
Maintenance Contractor to each Employers Representative and selected User Personnel upon
successful completion of training.
Allowance for conducting the operational training in English, Arabic and Hindi Language shall be
made.
10.0 Maintenance Program / Warranty
IFC (Rev. 0)
The Building Maintenance Contractor shall provide an unconditional warranty covering all
maintenance and repair works required for each piece of Building Maintenance equipment. This shall
be valid for 3 years from the issuance date of Practical Completion of the Main Contract.
The unconditional warranty shall include back-to-back warranties provided by each manufacturer
/ supplier of major components of the Building Maintenance equipment. The back-to-back warranties
shall be provided to the Project Manager.
11.0 Servicing and Spare Parts
The Building Maintenance Contractor shall provide 24 hour seven days a week call out service. The
Building Maintenance Contractor’s technicians shall attend emergency call outs and service call outs
on site within 2 hours of the placement of the call out.
All spare parts shall be available for a period of 15 years from the Building Maintenance manufacturer
through the Building Maintenance Contractor. They shall be able to be delivered to site within 48 hours,
from the manufacturer.
The Building Maintenance Contractor shall provide free maintenance for materials and/or labour for
the BMU system for a period of 2years after the practical completion of the Main Contract Works, unless
otherwise noted in System Requirements Section.
12.0 BMU Systems
BMU Systems Performance Schedule
The following building maintenance systems have been identified:
Mobile Elevated Work Platform
Description Requirement
System Telescopic Articulated Boom
Nominal Vertical Reach 27 m
Nominal Horizontal Reach 17.8 m
Grade-ability Refer civil drawings
Engine Electric or Diesel, nominal 230V 12.9A, 2.2kW
Wheels Non-marking tyres, suitable for external finishes
Industrial Rope Access Anchor (ABSEILING)
System Roof mounted abseiling anchors to support rope access
IFC (Rev. 0)
Permanent anchor
Anchor Anchor to be designed for rope access in accordance with AS/NZS 4488.1
Industrial Rope Access Systems
Materials Anchor - Grade 316 stainless steel
Permanent Yes
Every 6 months to Dubai Municipality and Dubai Accreditation Department

Inspection requirements (DAC) guidelines DAC-REQ-06 and DM-PHSD-P7-A-TG Dubai Municipality
Guidelines for Rope Access Work Guidelines
Quantity and Location Refer to architectural drawings for indicative location
Provide restraint pins to the façade contractor for integration in the curtain
wall,
Restraint Pin Requirements @ 20m vertical and 2-3m horizontal centres
Restraint pin set out and quantity to EN 1808:1999
All restraint pins shall be stainless steel 316(A4)
Coordination Coordination required with Architect and Structural Engineer
Maintenance Separate material hoist/trolley/temporary davit required for

glass/panel replacement
Material hoist allowable load To allow for load of 200 kg
Industrial Rope Access Via Monorail
System Slab mounted monorail track at roof to support rope access
Aluminium monorail extrusion shall be coated to achieved AAMA2605
All outriggers are to be set out and designed so they are concealed. It is not
acceptable to cut/notch cladding.
Monorail Track
Outriggers shall be coated to achieve AAMA 2605 in the same colour to as
the monorail.
Provide two trolleys for rope access.
Maintenance Separate trolley required to monorail for glass/panel replacement
Access rail for material hoist To allow for load of 200 kg.
Provide restraint pins to the façade contractor for integration in the curtain
wall,
Restraint Pin Requirements @ 20m vertical and 2-3m horizontal centres
Restraint pin set out and quantity to EN 1808:1999
All restraint pins shall be stainless steel 316(A4)
Coordination Coordination required with Architect and Structural Engineer
Separate material hoist/trolley/temporary davit to monorail for glass/panel

Maintenance
replacement
Access rail for material hoist allowable load To allow for load of 200 kg.
IFC (Rev. 0)
Provide a wind anemometer [one for each tower] for measuring wind
velocity during rope access activities. Reading shall be in multiple units
Anemometer
[kmph, mps, knots]. The operating power shall be provided from a 9V
battery or from an internal turbine.
Industrial Rope Access Anchor (FALL ARREST)
Fall arrest anchors to all canopies, ledges and roof areas where balustrade is
System
< 1200mm or with openings > 100mm
Permanent anchor
Anchor Anchor to be designed for fall arrest in accordance with AS/NZS 4488.1
Industrial Rope Access Systems
Materials Anchor - Grade 316 stainless steel
Permanent Yes
Every 6 months to Dubai Municipality and Dubai Accreditation Department

Inspection requirements (DAC) guidelines DAC-REQ-06 and DM-PHSD-P7-A-TG Dubai Municipality
Guidelines for Rope Access Work Guidelines
Quantity and Location Refer to architectural drawings for indicative location
Tucker Pole
System Water-fed telescopic tucker pole
Internal – dry pole
External- water fed pole
Reach 6 m nom. Reach – can be up to 12m
Location of use Separate poles required for internal and external usage to avoid
contamination for external dust/sand to the interior
Material Aluminium
Storage Telescopic to 3m for storage
IFC (Rev. 0)
BMU System Materials and Components (To be completed at time of Tender)
The following schedule of BMU system components shall be filled in by the Contractor for each BMU
and shall be submitted at the time of tender. Where supplier name and country of origin are indicated,
they refer to the manufacturer of the components which in many cases is not the BMU supplier. (Please
do not reply – by BMU Supplier when the source of the component is from elsewhere).
Powered Machine Hoists
Item Description Supplier Country of Origin Specification
1 Wire Suspension Rope
2 Cable Fittings, End Terminations and Cleats
3 Sheaves
4 Bearings
5 Cross Bar Slewing Motor*
6 Cross Bar Slewing Motor Gear Unit*
7 Jib extension/retraction Motor*
8 Jib extension/retraction Motor Gear Unit*
9 Hoist Motor*
10 Hoist Motor Gear Unit*
11 Hoist Motor Brake
12 BMU Control Panel*
13 Cradle Control Panel*
14 Programmable Logic Control (PLC)
15 Communications System*
16 Limit switches*
17 relays
18 Switches/pushbuttons*
19 Slewing Ring
20 Slewing Ring Motor*
21 Power Cables
22 Drive Wheel Assembly
23 Drive Wheel Motor*
24 Track Isolation Pad (to comply with noise control)
25 Independent Lightning Protection System
28 Material Hoist Motor*
29 Material Hoist Motor Gear Unit*
IFC (Rev. 0)
Cradles
1 Subframe elements
2 Floor
3 Side wall panels
4 caster wheels
5 Soft wall pads
6 Soft wall bumper rollers
7 limit switches, top, bottom, ultimate top
8 Bottom trip bar
9 Cradle obstacle detector
10 Cradle overload sensor
11 Control panel
12 Power cables
13 Communications cables
14 Restraint pins and cable restraints
15 Soft rope
16 Soft rope realer

Twin drive hoist assemblies (self-climbing cradles
17 only)
18 Rope storage reelers (self-climbing cradles only)
19 Pantograph frames (pantographic cradles only)
20 Pantograph motors (pantographic cradles only)
21 Pantograph bearings and mechanisms

(pantographic cradles only)
22 Twin drive hoist assemblies (self-climbing cradles)
23 Rope storage reelers (self-climbing cradles)
Waterfed Poles
1 Water fed poles
MEWP
IFC (Rev. 0)
1 Supplier
IFC (Rev. 0)

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Dubai Harbour Zone 2 Plot B18

1.0 General ........................................................................................................................................................................... 1

3.0 Contract Submissions .................................................................................................................................................... 8

7.0 Factory Tests ................................................................................................................................................................ 42

8.0 Site Commissioning ..................................................................................................................................................... 46

10.0 Maintenance Program / Warranty ................................................................................................................................ 46

11.0 Servicing and Spare Parts ............................................................................................................................................ 46

12.0 BMU Systems and Components .................................................................................................................................. 47

Typologies of Building Maintenance System

 Cradle – A standard cradle with no special features

Sway Restraint and cable protection systems

Suspension hoisting ropes

Powered machine hoists (BMU’s)

Ropes Materials Hoists

Tracks and pedestals

Fall arrest systems

Water-fed pole systems

Landscaping and Floor Finishes

Free Service Period

British / Euro Codes and Regulations

cleaners Other International Codes and Regulations

2.0 Tender (bid) Submissions

Provide all required submissions for a comprehensive performance proposal, to demonstrate

All submissions shall be submitted in the following format:

Submit certification of compliance with the following:

 Acceptance of design intentions of the Contract Documents.

 Design submission dates

Design Proposal for All Systems

Complete specifications of each piece of equipment

Drawings of each piece of equipment

Interfacing Details to structure and façade (all anchorages)

all applied forces.

Envelope Drawings showing dimensioned operating zones and equipment

Power Consumption Requirements

Vibration and Noise Control Limits

Cleaning cycle times

Capability statement and quality assurance

Provide the following information:

 Company ownership structure

 Parent Company Guarantees (If applicable)

3.0 Contract Submissions

Provide all required submissions for a comprehensive performance proposal, to demonstrate

All submissions shall be submitted in the following format:

Program of works Within 2 weeks after award of contract 14 days

Design submissions Within 4 weeks after award of contract 14 days

Product data Within 4 weeks after award of contract 14 days

Samples Within 4 weeks after award of contract 14 days

Factory test method

Factory test reports Within 1 week after test completion 14 days

QA / QC test method Within 1 week after inspection

Within 1 week after inspection

Installation Method Within 4 weeks prior to

Site Commissioning test

Site Commissioning test

Progress reports to be submitted at

Submit certification as follows:

 Acceptance of design intentions of the Contract Documents (before commencing shop

Submit the following items:

Catalogues and Specifications shall be submitted for the following:

Shop Drawing Submissions

The drawings shall show lightening protection requirements

Cleaning cycle time calculations