Silliman University

College of Engineering & Design

Department of Architecture

Two Storey Residential House

Specification

Building Technology IV

Submitted to: Archt. Alexander Udjaji

Submmited by: Jerrymar Jamilla

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 DIVISION 01
GENERAL REQUIREMENT

PART 1- GENERAL

1.1 INTERPRETATION

Supply: ‘Supply’, ‘furnish’ and similar expressions mean ‘supply only’ - do not install.
Provide: ‘Provide’ and similar expressions mean ‘supply and install’ and include
development of the design beyond that documented.
Required: Required by the contract documents or by the local council or statutory
authorities.
Proprietary: Identifiable by naming the manufacturer, supplier, installer, trade name,
brand name, catalogue or reference number.

Standards
Use referenced standards (including amendments) which are current one month before
the date of the contract except where other editions or amendments are required.

Manufacturer’s or supplier’s recommendations

Select, if no selection is given, and provide, transport, deliver, store, handle, protect,
install, finish, adjust and prepare for use the manufactured items in accordance with the
current written recommendations and instructions of the manufacturer or supplier. If
materials or products are supplied by the manufacturer in closed or sealed containers or
packages, bring the material or products to the place of use or installation in the original
containers or packages.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

Witness Point; Give the Architect sufficient written notice so that an inspection can be
made.
Hold Point; Obtain the written approval of the superintendent for that particular stage of
the works. Where work is to be covered or concealed do not proceed past that point until
approval has been received.

Minimum notice; Minimum notice required so that inspections may be made: 24 hours
in town areas, 3 days in other areas or 5 days in remote areas.

Proprietary Items; Identification of a proprietary item does not necessarily imply

exclusive preference for the item so identified, but indicates the necessary properties of
the item. If alternatives are proposed, submit sufficient information to the Architect to
enable evaluation of the proposed alternatives.

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1.3 TESTS

Registered Testing Authority- As defined in the BCA. Carry out any testing required
using an authority registered by the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA)
to test in the relevant field, except for tests to installed services.

1.4 COMPLETIONS

Warranties
Name the Principal as warrantee and give the Architect copies of manufacturers’
warranties.

Instruction manuals
Give the Architect manufacturers’ instruction manuals.

Cleaning
Remove rubbish and surplus material from the site and clean the work throughout.

Operation
Ensure moving parts operate safely and smoothly.

Termite barriers
Provide the Architect with a certificate of installation in accordance with AS 3660.1
Appendix
A2.

Notice
Provide a durable termite barrier notice permanently fixed in a prominent location to BCA
Volume 1 Part B1.4 (i) and AS 3660.1 Appendix A. Generally fix to the inside of the door
to the electricity meter box.

Surveyor’s certificate
If requested by the Superintendent provides a certificate which confirms that the work,
including boundary fences, has been correctly located.

Services layout
Give the Superintendent a plan which shows the location of underground services as
installed. Use the same format as the contract drawings.

Authorities’ approvals
Give the Architect evidence of approval of the statutory authorities whose requirements
apply to the work.

1.5 QUALITY

Refer to the QUALITY clause in the GENERAL REQUIREMENTS section of the

PROJECT SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS section of the RFT.

1.6 OTHER REQUIREMENT

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 Refer to PROJECT SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS section of the Request for Tender.
Earthworks:
Site classification:

DIVISION 02
SITE WORK

EXCAVATION, FILLING AND GRADING

PART I – GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

The work under this section of the Specifications consists of furnishing all items,
materials, equipment, labor, plants, appliances, methods and all operations that may be
necessary, and incidentals to complete excavation, filling, back-filling and grading in
accordance with the Plans, and schedule if any, and subject to the terms and conditions of
the Contract.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

1.2.1 PLANS & DRAWNGS: Submit plans and drawings for approval showing essential
dimensions and details of Master Plan and Site Development Plan in connection with
drainage, sewerage, piping, land contours, easements and setbacks.

1.2.2 INVESTIGATION & SAMPLE: Soil Analysis is to be done by a duly licensed

Structural Engineer with the approval of the Architect. Lot descriptions and bearings
should be done by a licensed Surveyor.

1.3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. PROTECTION, PUMPING, MAINTENANCE

1. The Contractor shall at all protect the excavations and trenches from damages of
rain water, spring water, backing of drains, and from all other water.

2. He shall provide and operate all pumps or other equipment necessary to drain and
keep excavations, pits, trenches and the entire sub-grade area free of water under
any circumstances and contingencies that may arise.

3. He shall build all necessary enclosures, construct and maintain temporary drainage
for this purpose. He shall provide all shoring, bracing and sheathing as required for
safety, or necessary to support adjoining walls, walks, soils, streets, buildings,

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 fences, and the like and for prosecution of the work, all these to be removed when
work is completed, and or required by the Owner.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. MUCK EXCAVATION
1. Muck excavation shall also include the replacement of excavated muck with
uniformly graded rock ranging from three-quarter (3/4) inch to one and one-half (1-
1/2) inches or as required by ENGINEER.

2. ENGINEER shall determine which type of aggregate or other material shall be used
after observing the specific site conditions.

B. SOURCE OF FILL

Provide fill free from organic matter, imported on to the site from an approved source
unless the fill type can be provided from spoil recovered from the excavations or designated
borrow pits.

C. FILL TYPES

1. Suitable material: To AS 3798 clause 4.4 including inorganic, non-perishable

material suitably graded and capable of compaction to the documented density.

2. Unsuitable material: Do not use unsuitable material for fill in conformance with AS
3798 clause 4.3. General fill: Inorganic material, maximum particle size 75 mm,
plasticity index not exceeding 15%.

3. Select fill: Naturally occurring material, crushed or quarried stone, crushed gravel,
or a mixture of crushed or quarried material free of lumps of clay and free from
organic or other deleterious material complying with the following requirements:

PERCENTAGE PASSING BY
A.S. METRIC SIEVE
WEIGHT

75.00 mm 100
9.50 mm 30-100
2.36 mm 15-65
0.075 mm 5-25
Liquid Limit Maximum 35%
Plasticity Index Maximum 12%
Linear Shrinkage
(Passing 04.25mm) 6% Maximum
C.B.R.- 4 day soaked at
95% MMDD at 2.5mm Minimum 40
penetration

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 D. SANDLAYER

1. Material: Clean sharp sand free from deleterious material, well graded with at least
90% by weight passing the 4.75 mm sieve, and not more than 10% passing the
0.075 mm sieve.

2. Extent: Place a layer of sand to the area of the building under concrete slabs.
Nominal thickness: 50 mm. Wet down before laying vapour barrier.

E. INTERPRETATION

1. Bad ground: Ground unsuitable for the purposes of the works, including fill liable
to subsidence, ground containing cavities, faults or fissures, ground contaminated
by harmful substances and ground which is or becomes soft, wet or unstable.

2. Rock: Monolithic material with a volume greater than 0.5 m3 which cannot be
removed until broken up. The Contractor shall be deemed to have allowed for the
cost of performing the required excavations in whatever material may be
encountered, and no extra payment shall be paid for excavation in rock.

3. Subgrade: The trimmed or prepared portion of the formation on which the

pavement or slab is constructed. Generally taken to relate to the upper line of the
formation.

4. Zone of influence: A foundation zone bounded by planes extending downward

and outward from the bottom edge of a footing, slab or pavement and defining the
extent of foundation material having influence on the stability or support of the
footings, slab or pavement.

5. Immediate notice
If rock or bad ground is encountered, advise the Superintendent immediately. Do
not carry out any further work in the affected area until and unless instructed to do
so by the Superintendent.

6. Explosives
Do not use explosives.

PART 3 – EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION

A. EXCAVATION

The Contractor shall make all necessary excavation for foundations to establish grades
indicated on drawings without extra compensation including all other excavations required and
necessary for the proper prosecution of the work.

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 1. Cut slope for permanent excavations shall not be steeper than 1-½ horizontal to one
vertical, and slopes for permanent fills shall not be steeper than 2 horizontal to one
vertical unless a substantiating data which justify steeper slopes are submitted.

2. Deviation from the foregoing limitations for slopes shall be permitted only upon
presentation of a soil investigation report acceptable to the supervising Engineer.

3. Trim the excavation to the required depth, lines and grades and other incidental
excavations to level up the footing plus compacting and tamping which are included
in the building Contract.

4. The materials to be excavated shall include: any rock, earth and other materials of
any nature and description encountered in obtaining the indicated lines and grades.

5. Is the required safe bearing power of the soil is not obtained at the excavation depth
indicated on the drawings, the excavations shall be continued until such safe bearing
power is reached.

6. Piers and walls shall be lengthened accordingly and likewise, the footing shall be
revised to suit the new conditions for which the Contractor shall be paid at the unit
price bid for concrete work.

7. No fill or other surcharge loads shall be placed adjacent to any building or structure
unless such building or structure is capable of withstanding the additional loads
caused by the fill or surcharges.

8. Footing or foundations which may be affected by the excavation shall be

underpinned adequately, or otherwise, protected against settlement and/or against
lateral movement.

9. Fills to be used to support the foundations shall be placed in accordance with

accepted engineering practices. A soil investigation report and a report of
satisfactory placement of fill, both, shall be acceptable to the supervising Architect or
Engineer.

B. FILLING AND GRADING

1. All excavations shall be back-filled immediately as work permits after concrete walls
and piers have attained full design strength and or as Owner’s Engineer directs.

2. After the forms have been removed from the footings, walls, and piers, the materials
taken from excavations (free from waste and objectionable matter) shall be used for
backing-filling around them.

3. These filling materials shall be made in layers not to exceed 15 centimeters and
thoroughly tamped before the next fill is placed. Excess excavated materials shall be
placed and spread on the immediate premises as directed by the supervising
Engineer, provided, however, that the Contractor shall not be required to remove
such materials more than 50 meters from the building line.

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 4. Open tile drains around the building if any, shall be covered with crushed tock or
gravel for a depth of 30 cm. and the same shall be graded from course to fine.

5. Open tile drains under floor slab (where so indicated on drawings) shall be covered
with broken stones or gravel up to the bottom of the slab.

6. In spaces where slabs rest on ground, or on earth-fill as specified in paragraph 2,

shall be labeled and accurately graded with 10 cm. thick of gravel and sand, and
tamped thoroughly before concrete pouring is done.

7. All exterior grades shall be formed in accordance with the drawings and
specifications, taking into account the requirements for landscaping work, if any, and
giving due allowances for the top soil depth.

8. The Contractor shall grade the area included within clearing lines as defined in
“Clearing” under the General Conditions, and all such grading work shall be included
in the building Contract without extra or additional cost. Banks of graded areas shall
areas shall have a slope of 3.8 cm. horizontal to one vertical distance.

C. SITE CLEARING

1. Extent: Limit clearing to areas of cut and fill and areas to be occupied by
construction, paving, landscape work or to other designated areas.

2. Clearing operations: Remove everything on or above the site surface, including

rubbish, scrap, grass, vegetable matter and organic debris, scrub, trees, timber,
stumps, boulders and rubble. Remove grassed soil to a depth just sufficient to
include the root zone.

3. Mulching: Mulch all demolished aerial vegetation and reduces to pieces not larger
than 75 x 50 x 15 mm and stockpile for reuse or removes from site. Refer to
PROJECT SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS section of the Request for Tender.

4. Grubbing: Grub out or grind stumps and roots over 75 mm diameter to a minimum
depth of 500 mm below sub grade under construction, buildings, embankments and
paving, and 300 mm below the finished surface in unpaved areas. Backfill holes
remaining after grubbing out or grinding with sand material to prevent pounding of
water. Compact the fill material to the relative density of the existing adjacent ground
material.

5. Removal of topsoil: General: Remove the topsoil layer of the natural ground which
contains substantial organic matter over the areas to be occupied by construction
and paving. Maximum depth: 200 mm.

TERMITE CONTROL

PART I – GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

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 This item shall consist of furnishing all materials and labor, and applying termite control
chemicals, including the use of equipment and tools in performing such operations on
accordance with this Specification.

1.2 GENERAL REQUIREMENT

Before any termite control work is started, through examination of the site shall be
undertaken by the contractor so that the appropriate method for soil poisoning can be
applied. The Contractor shall coordinate with other related trades through the Engineer to
avoid delay that may arise during the different phase of application of the termite control
chemicals.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

Termite control chemicals or toxicants shall be able to immediately exterminate termites

or create barriers to discourage entry of subterranean termites into the building areas. The
toxicants may be classified into the following types and according to use.

A. Type-I Liquid Termite Concentrate

This type of toxicant shall be specified for drenching soil beneath foundations of the
proposed buildings. The concentrate shall be diluted with water in the proportion of 1 liter
of concentrate material to 65 liters of water or as specified by the manufacturer.

B. Type-II Liquid Termicide Ready Mixed Solution

This type of toxicants which comes in ready mixed solutions shall be used as wood
preservative by drenching wood surfaces to the point of run-off.

C. Type-III Powder Termicide.

This type of toxicant shall be applied to visible or suspected subterranean termite
mounds and tunnels where termites are exterminated through. Trophallaxes or
exchange method or nourishment between termites while greeting each other upon
meeting.

PART 3 – EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Soil Poisoning Treatment

There are two methods adopted in soil poisoning enumerated as follows:

1. Cordoning. This method is adopted when there is no visible evidence of

termite infestation. Trenches in concentric circles, squares or rectangles are dug 15
to 22 centimeters wide and at least one meter apart and applied with Type 1 working
solution at the rate of 8 liters per linear meter.

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 2. Drenching. When soil show termite infestation, this method shall be applied.
The building area shall be thoroughly drenched with Type 1 working solution at the
rate of 24 liters per square meter.

When Powder Termicide is to be applied to eradicate subterranean termites, careful

application and precaution shall be given considering that this toxicant is fatal to
animal and human lives.

B. Applications

3. At the time soil poisoning is to be applied, the soil to be treated shall be in friable
condition with low moisture content so as to allow uniform distribution of the toxicant
agents. Toxicant shall be applied at least twelve (12) hours prior to placement of
concrete which shall be in contact with treated materials.

4. Treatment of the soil on the exterior sides of the foundation walls, grade beams and
similar structures shall be done prior to final grading and planting or landscaping
work to avoid disturbance of the toxicant barriers by such operations.

5. Areas to be covered by concrete slab shall be treated before placement of granular

fill used as capillary water barrier at a rate of 12 liters per square meter with Type-I
working solution after it has been compacted and set to required elevation. Additional
treatment shall be applied as follows:

a. In critical areas such as utility openings for pipes, conduits and ducts, apply
additional treatment at the rate of 6 liters per linear meter in a strip 15 to 22
centimeters.

b. Along the exterior perimeter of the slab and under expansion joint, at the rate of
2.5 liters per linear meter in a strip of 15 to 22 centimeters wide in a shallow
trench.

c. Prior to landscaping of the lawn, saturate the building perimeter of about 3.0
meters wide with soil poison working solution. Earth fill shall be treated
thoroughly with soil poison working solution as soon as fill is packed and leveled.
Every square area shall be drench with the solution.

C. Wood Protection

Where the application of wood preservative is necessary, the Contractor shall use Type-
II working solution as recommended by the manufacturer.

Directly spraying of the building skeletal frame work to control general surface infestation
includes the following:

1. Rough hollow block walling

2. Floor beams, joists, girders, bridging
3. Door and window frames
4. Ceiling, frames and other parts of the building in order to have 100% coverage.

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 All wood materials not pressure treated shall be treated with Type-II ready mixed
solution as herein called for or as directed by the supervising Architect or Engineer.

DIVISION 03
CONCRETE

PLAIN AND REINFORCED CONCRETE SYSTEMS

PART I – GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE
This Item shall consist of furnishing, placing and finishing concrete in buildings and
related structures, flood control and drainage, and water supply structures in accordance
with these Specifications and conforming to the lines, grades, and dimensions shown on the
Plans.

1.2 SUBMITTALS
A. Testing Laboratory

1. The Contractor shall employ at his own expense, an approved Testing Laboratory
which shall make compression and Slum Tests and immediately submit 5 copies of
the test reports to the supervising Architect or Engineer.

2. Ready mixed concrete companies may use their own laboratories provided that
resting is done with the supervision of the Owner or his authorized representatives.

B. Compression Slump Test

Compression and Slump tests shall be made for every 50 cubic meters of
concrete or fraction thereof; but not less than 1 set of tests shall be made from any one
batch of concrete and all 3 tests shall be made from the same batch.

C. Compression Tests

Make 3 standard 15 cm. x 30 cm. cylinders and test in accordance with ASTM C-
31 and C-39. Test one (1) cylinder at the age of 28 days and one (1) cylinder in reserve
for 56 days test. If the 28 days test does not meet the requirements, make additional
cylinder as required to check strength of concrete in the construction. These cylinders
are to be cured in the field in the same manner as to the concrete in the construction is
cured.

D. Slump Test

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 For each representative quantity of concrete mentioned above, two slump tests
shall be made in accordance with ASTM C-143.

E. Test Report

The testing laboratory shall submit 4 copies of its test cylinder reports which are
to include, as far as applicable, the following information’s:

a. Location of the structure where the concrete is used, design number, concrete
design strength, type and manufacturer of Portland cement.

b. Amount of any Admixtures used, Slump Tests, date of sampling, cylinder application
number, days cured in the field, and days cured in laboratory.

c. Age at the time of testing, crushing stress, type of failure, who made the cylinders,
who shipped the cylinders to the laboratory and whether concrete strength meets the
specifications.

F. Inspection of Batch Plant Operation

Inspection on a “Spot Check” basis as required insuring the concrete delivery to

the job complies with the Specifications and the design mix. The testing laboratory shall
provide this service as directed by the Owner’s supervising Engineer.

G. Additional Tests

If, in the opinion of the supervising Engineer, based on cylinder strengths below
specifications requirements or visual defects, concrete of poor quality has been placed,
additional tests shall be made as directed by the Owner at the expense of the
Contractor. Test may be Compression Test on core cylinder per ASTM C-42, and or
Lead Tests as cut-lined in ACI 318, Section 202, or as specified.

H. Mill Certificate and Test

a. The Contractor shall furnish 2 copies of the manufacturer’s certificate of mill tests of
all reinforcing steel.
b. The Contractor shall, employ at his own expense an approved testing laboratory
which shall conduct testing of all reinforcement sizes of each bulk under the
supervision of the supervising Architect or Engineer.

I. Shop Drawing

a. Each reinforcing steel detail and placement drawings shall be submitted for approval.
Any material fabricated before the final approval of the shop drawings will be done at
the Contractor’s risk, but no material shall be installed until final approval of the
“Shop Drawings”.

b. All ship drawings shall be in accordance with the Manual Standard Practice for
Derailing Reinforced Concrete Structure ACT-315.

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 J. Labeling

Bars shall be properly labeled with weatherproof tags to facilitate identification.

1.3 DELIVERY AND STORAGE

A. Portland Cement

a. Cement delivered in bags shall be stored immediately upon receipt at the work site in
a weather proof structure which shall be air tight as practicable with suitable wooden
floors which shall be elevated above the ground at a distance sufficient enough to
prevent the absorption of moisture.

b. Bags shall have guaranteed constant cement content and shall be provided with
proper labels showing the number of consignment and the date of site delivery.

c. The bag shall be stacked close together to reduce circulation of air but should not be
stacked against outside walls but in such a way that they will be easily accessible for
inspection and testing and shall be used in the order of their delivery.

d. Cement that has been in storage longer than six months will be tested by standards
mortar tests or deemed necessary by the Owner to determine its suitability and such
cement shall not be used without the express approval of the Owner.

e. Bags shall not be stored to a height greater than two (2) meters. All cement must be
free from lumps or evident for deterioration.

f. Cement delivered in bulk shall be stored in properly designated elevated airtight and
waterproofed silos or bins, provided at the Contractor’s expense. The silos shall be
adequate in size to ensure continuity of work at all times.

g. The site shall be kept perfectly dry. Bag cement shall be transported closed and
effectively protected fro, weather by adequate coverings. Bulk cement shall be
transported in closed container.

B. Aggregates

a. All aggregates shall be stored in bunkers provided with proper floors to tightly lay
wood planes sheet metals, or other hard and clean surface. Fine and coarse
aggregates of different sizes shall be stored in separate bunkers or piles in such a
manner as to prevent aggregation, inclusion and contamination by dirt and other
injurious foreign materials.

b. Stockpiles of coarse aggregate shall be built in horizontal layers not exceeding 1.20
meters in depth to minimize segregation. Should the coarse aggregate become
segregated, it should be re-mixed to conform to the grading requirements given
herein before.

C. Reinforcing Steel Bars

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 Reinforcing steel bars shall be transported and stored at the site in such a way to
prevent damage or deterioration of the steel by rust or coating with grease, oil, dirt and
other objectionable materials. Storage shall be in separate piles or racks so as to avoid
confusion or loose of identification after bundle are broken.

1.4 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Acronyms

The following acronyms for applicable standards/publications are referred to in the

Specification.

a. ASTM – American Society for Testing Materials

b. ACI – American Concrete Institute
c. POI – Pre Stressed Concrete Institute
d. AWS – American Welding Society
e. AISC – American Institute of Steel Construction

B. Standard Specifications and Codes

The work covered by the Section unless otherwise specified or detailed, shall be
governed by the Building Code requirements for Reinforced Concrete (ACI 318).
Standard Code for Arc and Gas Welding Society. The latest edition of all standards
Specifications or Codes will be used.
C. Plain Concrete
1. Plain Concrete, other than fill, shall have a minimum ultimate compressive strength
at 28 days of 140 kilograms per square centimeter or 2,000 pounds per square inch
and material proportioning, and placing shall conform to the requirement of this
section.

2. Concrete made with lightweight aggregate may be used with strengths less than
140 kg per square centimeter if it has been shown by test or experience have
sufficient strength and durability.

3. The thickness of plain concrete walls may be 5 centimeters (2 inches) less than the
required by 6.17 for plain masonry walls but in no case less than 18 centimeters
and the ratio of unsupported height or length whichever is the lesser to thickness
shall not be greater than 22.

4. Concrete shall consist of Portland Cement, fine aggregates, water, and where
specified, Admixtures, proportioned mixed placed, cured and finished as hereinafter
specified.

5. The following special types of concrete shall be used where indicated on the
detailed drawings or as specified.

a. Lean Concrete

b. Concrete with integral waterproofing

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 c. High early strength concrete may be used subject to the approval of the
supervising Architect or Engineer.

6. All provisions of the Specifications shall apply the seven (7) day compressive
strength equal to the 28 day strength required for normal concrete. Admixture used
in concrete shall be produced by a reputable manufacturer and used in accordance
with the manufacturer’s printed directions.

a. Plasticizing Admixture – Concrete admixture shall be free from chlorides

and shall conform to ASTM C-494-651. the admixtures shall be used in all
concrete mixtures in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications.

b. Calcium Chloride – shall not be used under any circumstances.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Portland Cement.

a. Portland cement shall conform to the requirements of ASTM C-150 Type for normal
Portland cement. Type III for High Early Strength Portland Cement.

b. Cement shall be any standard commercial brand in 40 kilogram per bag such as:
Filipinas, Union, Republic, Apo or other locally available equivalent.

B. Fine Aggregates

Sand shall be clean, hard, coarse river sand or crushed sand free from injurious
amount of clay loam and vegetable matter and shall conform to ASTM C-33 or C-330.

C. Coarse Aggregate

Gravel shall be river run gravel or broken stones. The maximum size shall be 1/5
of the nearest dimension between sides of forms of the concrete, or ¾ of the minimum
clear spacing between reinforcing bars, or between re-bars and forms whichever is
smaller.

D. Mixing Water

Water used in mixing concrete shall be clean and free from injuries amount of
oils, acids, alkali, organic materials or other deleterious substances.

E. Admixture

All air-entraining admixtures if used shall conform to ASTM C-260. Water

reducing admixtures, retarding admixtures, and water reducing and accelerating
admixtures, if used, shall conform to the requirements of ASTM C-494.

F. Steel Bars

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 a. Reinforcing bars shall conform to ASTM Specifications A-615. All mild steel for
columns, shear wall, footings and footing beams shall be high grade deformed bars.
Fy = 413.7 Mpa.

b. For 10 mm and smaller bars use intermediate grade deformed bars. Fy = 275.8 Mpa.

c. If reinforcing bars are to be welded, these specifications shall be supplemented by

requirements assuring satisfactory weldability.

d. Bar and rod mats for concrete reinforcement shall conform to ASTM Specifications
A-184 and Wires for concrete reinforcement shall conform to ASTM A-82
Specifications.

e. Welded wire fabric for concrete reinforcement shall conform to ASTM A-185 except
that the weld shear strength requirements shall be extended to include a wire size a
differential up to and including six gauges.

f. Wire and strand shall conform to ASTM A-416. Structural steel shall conform to
ASTM-26 and Steel pipe for composite column shall conform to ASTM Specification
A-377.

G. Accessories

Provide bar supports and other accessories necessary to hold reinforcing bars in
the proper positions while concrete is being placed. Bar supports which come in contact
with forms for concrete exposed to view in the finished structure shall be galvanized or
stainless subject to approval.

H. FORMS
a. Forms shall conform to the shape, lines and dimensions shown on the drawings.
They shall be substantial and designed to resist the pressure and weight of the
concrete.

b. Forms shall be properly tied and braced or shored so as to maintain their position
and shape. Forms shall be sufficiently tight and strong to prevent leakage of mortar.

c. Where required by the Owner, Shop drawings of formwork, shall be submitted for
approval before fabrication and erection of such formwork.

d. Provide temporary openings where necessary to facilitate cleaning and inspection

before depositing concrete.

e. Before construction, all form materials are subject to approval. The type of form used
shall be in accordance with the finish requirements as specified or as shown on the
detailed drawings.

f. Forming shall start at the first floor level with new materials. Forms for exposed
concrete may be reused only if the surface has not absorbed moisture and has not
splintered, warped or peeled, subject to the approval of the supervising Architect or
Engineer.

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 PART 3 – EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION

A. MIXING CONCRETE

The mixing and measuring equipment shall be approved by the supervising Architect or
Engineer. Unless otherwise authorized, concrete shall be machine mixed at the site by ready-
mixed concrete.

1. Site Mixed Concrete

Provide a batch mixer type equipped with accurate timing and measuring devices
and operate in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendation.

2. Mixing Time

a. For each batch, after all solid materials are placed inside the mixing drum, and
water is introduced before r ¼ of the mixing time as elapsed, shall not be less
than 1 minute for mixers having a capacity of one (1) cubic meter or a fraction
thereof for additional concrete.

b. The concrete mixer shall be revolve at no less than 14 or more than 20

revolutions per minute. Speed greater than 20 revolutions per minute and less
than 14 revolutions per minute are usually found to be unsatisfactory.

B. READY MIXED CONCRETE

1. All ready mixed concrete shall conform to the requirements of ASTM C-94, placed in
forms within one hour after adding water or not more than ½ hours if a retarder is
used. It shall be kept constantly agitated during the transit period.

2. Pouring of concrete should not be started until after the forms and reinforcement for
the whole unit are properly laid and installed, cleaned, inspected and approved.
3. Construction joints shall be rough-in and clean thoroughly before any pouring starts.
Wet and slush surface with cement mortar.

C. HANDLING AND PLACING CONCRETE

1. Immediately after the concrete is mixed, it shall be conveyed by approved push cart
or buggies to designated locations, and carefully deposited in such manner as to
prevent the separation of ingredient or displacement of the reinforcements.

2. Keep temporary runways built in such a manner that runway supports will not near
upon reinforcement of fresh concrete. Conveying or hauling of concrete by the use of
long inclined chutes or pipes shall not be permitted.

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 3. Dumping concrete into carts or buggies with a free fall of more than one (1) meter
will not be permitted. Hardened splashes or accumulation of concrete on forms or
reinforcements shall be removed before the work continues.

4. When placing operations would involve dropping of the concrete more than 1.50
meters high, is shall be deposited through a sheet metal or other approved
conveyors.

5. As for practicability, the conveyors shall be kept full of concrete during the placing
and their lower ends shall be kept buried in the newly placed concrete.

6. After the initial set of the concrete, the forms shall not be jarred, and no stain shall be
placed on the ends of the projecting reinforcing bars. Foundation shall be free from
water during concreting and construction joints shall be determined by the
supervising Architect or Engineer.

7. Concrete in columns shall be placed in one continuous pouring operation and

allowed to set 12 hours before caps are placed. Likewise, concrete in beams and
slabs in superstructures shall be poured in one operation.

D. RE-TAMPERING

The Contractor shall mix only such quantities that are required for immediate use.
Mixture which has developed initial setting shall not be used. Concrete which has partially
hardened shall not be re-tampered for use.

E. CURING AND PROTECTION

1. All concrete work shall be protected from drying out after removal of forms by
covering with waterproof paper, polyethylene sheeting, burlap, with a coating of
approved membrane curing compound having moisture retention equal to 90%
based on ATM C-309 and C-156, applied in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions for use.
2. Membrane curing compound shall not be used where floor hardener, membrane
waterproofing, damp-proofing, resilient floor tile or other floor or wall covering set in
adhesive, concrete-fill or setting beds, paint, plaster or other applied finishing or
surfaces treatment are to be subsequently applied.

3. Wet burlap as often as required to keep concrete wet throughout each day for a
period of at least 7 days where normal Portland cement is used and 3 days where
high early strength cement is used.

F. PLACING OF REINFORCEMENT

1. All reinforcement shall be placed according to the approved drawings. The

Contractor shall provide sufficient bar supports, ties, anchors and other accessories
to hold all bars securely in place.

2. Unless detailed on drawings, all stirrups shall be held in place by bar spacers.
Reinforcing steel shall be cleaned of oil, grease, scale, rust or other coatings which
will impair bond.

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 3. All bars shall be bent cold.

4. All welded splices shall be done by certified welders having welder’s certificate and
shall be submitted and approved by the supervising Architect or Engineer before any
welding works shall be started.

5. The welding of bars shall conform to AWS D-12.1. Recommended Practices for
Welding Reinforcing Steel.

G. INSERT, SLEEVE AND SIMILAR ITEMS

1. All required flashing, regrets, seal, masonry ties, anchors, wood locks, nailing strips,
ground, insets, wire hangers, sleeve, drains, guard angles, (insert for elevator guide
supports where required), provisions for floor hinges boxes, and concealed over
head door closer and all items specified, as furnished under this and other sections
of the Specifications shall be in their final position at time concrete is placed and
shall be properly located, accurately positioned and built-in to the construction and
maintained securely in place.

2. Insert on hangers for ceiling construction specified under the plastering section shall
be located only in bottom of concrete ribs or other concrete members crossed by
such ceiling construction.

3. Sleeves shall not be installed in beams, ribs, or column, except upon formal approval
of the Architect or Engineer.

4. All Stone-cut and V-cut lines, Sunk fillets, and the like, on concrete wall surface shall
be integrated into the concrete with corresponding removable mould on the forms
before the concrete is poured and shall be finished straight and clean-cut in
accordance with the size and shape as shown on full size details.

H. FINISHING OF SLAB

1. Finish floor and roof slabs shall be level plane surfaces unless otherwise specified on
the drawings, with a tolerance of 3 mm in 3.0 meters. Surfaces shall be slope
towards the drains as required.

2. Resilient flooring, Ceramic Tile or Marble, base slabs which are to receive these
finishes or other finished requiring “Thin-Set” installation shall be floated and
troweled with a steel to provide a smooth surface as required to receive the flooring.

3. For roofing membrane waterproofing, the working processes is the same as that for
Resilient Flooring except steel troweling which may be omitted.

4. Exposed concrete finish surface where no finishing applied as called for on the
drawings shall be finished with a steel trowel as required to produce a hard, dense
finish free from surface imperfections.

5. Dry materials should not be used on the surface to be finished. Apply hardener and
sealer in accordance with the manufacturer’s printed instructions.

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 DIVISION 04
MASONRY

CONCRETE MASONRY

PART I – GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

A. The work covered by this Item shall include the following:

1. Furnishing of all necessary materials, tool, equipment, labor, and appliance

necessary to complete the execution of the concrete masonry work as shown on the
drawings and herein specified.

2. All preparations for masonry work necessary to receive and adjoin other work,
including provisions for inserts and attachments as noted in the plans and
specifications which shall be installed under the terms of this work.

3. Coordination with all other trades in laying out and execution of the concrete
masonry work. Giving the work his personal supervision and keeping a competent
foreman on the job at all times.

4. Arranging for adequate bracing, forming and shoring required in conjunction with and
in the course of constructing the concrete masonry although not provided for under
other sections.

5. Furnishing of all reinforcing steel for concrete masonry work and their placement
including those not provided for under other sections but necessary for proper
prosecution of the work.

6. Arranging for the necessary storage space and protection for materials at the job
site.

7. Providing assistance and facilities for all inspections by the Owner or his authorized
representative as required in the course of execution of the work.

8. Arranging for furnishing test specimens and samples of materials as may be

required.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Visual Inspection

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 All units shall be sound and free from cracks or other defects that would interfere
with the proper placing of the unit or impair the strength or permanence of the
construction.

B. Sampling of specimen

In sampling the blocks for the strength, absorption and moisture content
determination, ten (10) individual units shall be selected from each 50,000 units or
fraction thereof, contained in the lot. For non-bearing type of CHB, no sampling for test
shall be required for less than 500 units to be used in the job.

C. Testing

Units shall be tested in accordance with the standard method of testing Masonry
units of the American Society of Testing Materials ASTM designation C-140 and or by
the Bureau of Materials and Quality Control, DPWH. No blocks shall be used unless
results of tests are known and duly approved by the supervising Architect or Engineer.

D. Reinforcement

All units shall be laid with a mortar composed of one part Portland cement and
three parts of sand. Reinforcement shall be done in accordance with the structural plans
as to size, spacing and other requirements.

1.3 GENERAL REQUIREMENT

The concrete masonry Contractor shall examine all drawings, specifications and all
conditions that has relations and may affects his work and performance in the execution of the
Contract.

Where any deviation on the Plans and Specification is to be made, the Owner shall be
notified and his written approval shall be obtained before proceeding with the work.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. The following materials to be used under this section of the specifications shall conform
to the concrete masonry standards as indicated.

1. Cement to conform with ASTM C-150

2. Sand or fine aggregate shall be clear, sharp and well graded, and free from injurious
amount of dust, lumps, shale, alkali, surface coatings and organic matter.

3. Lime: Hydrated lime shall conform to ASTM C-207.

4. Quicklime shall conform to ASTM C-5 Specifications. Quicklime shall be slaked and
then screened through a 16 mesh sleeve.

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 5. After slaking, screening and before using, it shall be stored and protected for not less
than 10 days. The resulting product shall weigh not less than 1330 kilogram per
cubic meter.

6. Hollow load bearing masonry units shall be type I Class A or B unit conforming to
ASTM C-90-70 and the Philippine Bureau of Standard No. 15-2, series of 1979.

7. Solid load bearing masonry units shall be class A units conforming to ASTM C-145.
All load bearing masonry units shall have a minimum compressive strength of not
less than 5.5 Mpa (800 psi) based on 5 individual units when tested in accordance
with the methods set forth in ASTM C-140-70 or as tested by the Bureau of
Research and Standard, DPWH.

8. Masonry units shall have been cured for not less than 14 days if steam-cured, or 28
days if air-cured when places in the structure.

B. CONCRETE HOLLOW BLOCKS

1. For walls and partitions shown the detailed drawings requiring concrete hollow
blocks, the Contractor either uses concrete or ceramic hollow blocks upon approval
of the Architect or Engineer.

2. The load bearing of hollow blocks shall have a minimum compressive strength of
6.89 Mpa (1000 psi) computed from the average of five (5) units based on the
average gross area, and a minimum of 5.41 Mpa (800 psi) for the individual unit
respectively, all based on gross area.

C. MORTAR AND GROUT

Cement to be used for mortar and grout shall be: Type 1,2,3, or type 4 Portland
Cement conforming to ASTM c-150.

1. Plastic cement shall have less than 12% of the total volume in approved types of
plastic agents and shall conform to all of the requirements for Portland Cement per
ASTM C-150, except to the limitations in insoluble residue, air-entrainment, and
addition subsequent to calciration.

2. Mortar shall be freshly prepared and uniformly mixed in the proportion of 1 part
Portland Cement ¼ part maximum lime putty or hydrated lime, loose sand not less
than 1-1/2 and not more than 3 times the sum of the volume of cement and lime
used, and shall conform to ASTM C-270.

3. Grout for pouring shall be of fluid consistency and mixed in the ratio by volumes,; 1
part Portland Cement, 2 -1/2 part minimum to 3 parts maximum damp loose sand
where the grout space is less than 7.5 cm in its least dimension.

4. Grout for pouring shall be fluid consistency and mixed in the ratio by volumes; 1 part
Portland Cement, 2 parts minimum to 3 parts maximum damp loose and 2 parts
coarse aggregate where the grout space is not more than 7.5 cm. in its least
dimension.

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 5. Grout for pouring shall be of fluid consistency and shall have not less than 7 bags of
cement in each cubic meter than 7.65 cm. in its least dimension.

6. Fluid consistency shall mean, as fluid as possible for pouring without segregation of
that constituent parts.

7. Aggregate for mortar shall conform to ASTM C-144

8. Aggregates for grout shall conform to ASTM C-404

D. ADMIXTURES

1. The use of Admixtures shall not be permitted in mortar or grout unless substantiating
data is submitted to and approved by the supervising Architect or Engineer.

2. The use of Admixture neither shall nor be permitted in mortar without reducing the
lime content.

3. Insert coloring pigments may be added but not to exceed 6% by weight of the
cement.

4. The use of uncontrolled fire clay, dirt and other deleterious materials is prohibited.

5. Water to be used shall be fresh, clean and free from deleterious quantities of acids
alkali and organic materials.

E. REINFORCING STEEL
1. The minimum requirements for deformed steel bars shall conform to ASTM A-305.

2. Wire reinforcement shall also conform to ASTM A-82.

3. Reinforcement shall be clean and free from loose, rust, scales and any coatings that
will reduce bond.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Workmanship
1. Masonry work shall not be started when the horizontal and vertical alignment of the
foundation has a maximum total error of 25 mm OR 2.5 centimeters.

2. All masonry work shall be laid true to line, level, plumb and neat in accordance with
the plans and to the satisfaction of the Owner.

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 3. Units shall be cut accurately to fit all plumbing ducts, openings electrical works, etc.
and all holes shall be neatly patched.

4. Extra care shall be taken to prevent visible grout mortar stain.

5. No construction supports shall be attached to the wall except where specifically

permitted by the supervising Architect of Engineer.

B. MASONRY UNIT
1. Masonry unit shall be sound, dry, clean and free from cracks when placed in the
structure.

2. All masonry units shall be stored on the job and kept off the ground and protected
from the elements of weather.

3. Wetting the units shall not be permitted except when hot dry weather exists causing
the units to be warm to the touch, and then the surface only may be wetted with a
light fog spray.

4. Proper masonry units shall be used to provide for all window, doors, bond beams,
lintels, plasters, etc., with a minimum of unit cutting.

5. Where masonry units cutting are necessary, all cuts shall be neat and true to line.

6. Mixing of Mortar and Grout Mortar shall be mixed by placing ½ of the water and sand
in the operating mixer, then add the cement, lime and the remainder of the sand and
water.

7. Mortar should be re-tampered with water as required to maintain high plasticity. Re-
tampering on mortar boards shall be done only by adding water within a basin
formed with mortar and the mortar re-worked into the water.

8. Any mortar which is unused after 1-1/2 hours from the initial mixing time shall not be
used.

9. After all ingredients are in the batch mixer, they shall be mechanically mixed for not
less than 3 minutes. Hand mixing shall not be employed unless specifically
approved.

C. BONDING

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 Concrete masonry units shall be laid with the thicker edge of the core up to provided
a wider mortar bed.

1. Both face core and ends of all blocks should receive a full bed of mortar.

2. Cross web should be mortared.

3. For bonding masonry to the foundation, the top surface of the concrete foundation
shall be clean with laitance removed and aggregate exposed before masonry
construction can be started.

4. Where no bond pattern is shown, the wall shall be laid up in straight, uniform course
with regular running bond.

5. Intersecting masonry walls and partitions shall be bounded by the use of steel ties at
60 centimetres on.

E. Reinforcement
When the foundation dowel does not line up with a vertical core, it shall not be
sloped more than one horizontal in six vertical.

1. Dowels shall be grouted into a core in vertical alignment, even though it is an

adjacent cell to the vertical wall.

2. Reinforcing bars shall be straight except for bends around corners and where or
hooks are detailed on the plans.

3. Reinforcing steel shall be lapped 30 bar diameters minimum where spliced bars shall
be separated by one bars shall be separated by one bar diameter or wired together.

4. Vertical bars shall be held in position at the top and bottom and at intervals not
exceeding 192 diameter of the reinforcement.

5. Horizontal reinforcing bars shall be laid on the webs of the units in continuous
masonry courses, consisting of bond-beam or channel units, and shall be solidly
grouted in place.

6. Vertical reinforcing steel shall have a minimum clearance of 6mm from the masonry,
and not less than one bar diameter between bars.

7. Wire reinforcement shall be completely embedded in mortar or grout. Joints with wire
reinforcement shall be at least between bars.

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 8. Wire reinforcement shall be lapped at least 15 cm. at slices and shall contain at least
one cross wire of each piece of reinforcement in the lapped distance.

F. Grouting

Reinforcement steel shall be secured in place and inspected before grounding starts.
1. Mortar dropping should be kept out of the grout space.

2. All grout shall be puddle or vibrated in place.

3. Vertical cells to be filled with grout shall have vertical alignment to maintain a
continuous unobstructed core space.

4. Cells containing reinforcement shall be solidly filled with grout and pours shall be
stopped 3.8 centimeters below the top of a course to from a key at pour joints.

5. Grouting of beams over opening shall be done in continuous operation.

6. The tops of unfilled cell columns under a horizontal masonry beam shall be covered
with metal latch or special units used to confine the front fill to the beam section.

7. All bolts, anchors, or inserts in the wall shall be solidly grouted in place.

8. Spacers around metal door frame and other built-in items shall be filled solidly with
grout of mortar.

MASONRY FINISH
PART 1- GENERAL

1.1 GENERAL CONDITIONS

The Contractor shall furnish all materials, tools, Equipment including labor required in
undertaking the proper application of Stucco finish as shown on the Plans and in
accordance with this Specifications.

PART 2- PRODUCT

2.1 MATERIAL

3. Portland cement white or ordinary shall conform to the specification requirements of

hydraulic cement.

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 4. Marble dust shall be derived from domestic marble that are hard and well graded.

5. Acoustical fiber shall be first grade quality and a product distributed by a reputable
manufacturer engaged in acoustical materials.

PART 3- EXECUTION

3.1 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

All surfaces and other masonry areas indicated on the Plans to receive Stucco shall
be cleaned of all projection, dust loose particles and foreign matters.
It shall be thoroughly wetted with clean water before application of scratch coat.

A. Types of Mixture
1. For stucco used as acoustical treatment, the proportion shall be 1 part cement and
three acoustical fiber measured by volume or as recommended by the manufacturer.

2. For exterior and interior walls without acoustical treatment the proportion shall be
one part cement blended with two parts marble dust in the case where white cement
is used but for ordinary gray cement use one part cement and two parts washed
sand with ½ part lime measured by volume.

B. Application Methods
1. Stucco mixture can be applied with the use of hard brooms made from coconut
materials.

2. It can also be applied using sandblasting equipment operated manually or electrical

driven machine compressor.

3. For an impressive Architectural appearance, the applied surface is slightly towelled

before stucco mix has begun to set. This surface finish is also called Anay Finish.

C. Methods of Measurements
All stucco finish shall be measured in square meters or part thereof for working
actually completed in the building.

DIVISION 05
METALS

STRUCTURAL STEEL

PART I – GENERAL

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1.1 SCOPE

The scope of work under this section consists of furnishing of all materials, labor,
tools, equipment, and performance of all operations relative to the fabrication, delivery to
site, erection and painting of structural steel trusses and purlins as shown on the Plans.

1.2 DESIGN CONDITIONS

a. All structural steel work shall be in accordance with AISC Specification for the
Design, Fabrication and Erection of Structural steel for buildings.

b. Materials, and parts necessary to complete each item through such work which is
not shown or specified shall be included, such as miscellaneous bolts, anchor,
supports, braces, and connections etc.

c. Shop drawings as well as erection drawing shall be prepared and submitted by

the Contractor to the supervising Architect or Engineer for approval before any
fabrication is made.

1.3 SHOP DRAWINGS

1. Shop drawings giving complete information necessary for the fabrication of the
component parts of the structures, including the location, type and size all rivets,
bolts and welds, shall clearly distinguish between shop and field rivets, bolts and
welds.

2. Shop drawings shall be made in conformity with the best modern practice and with
due regard to speed and economy in fabrication and erection.

PART 2 – PRODUCT

2.1 MATERIALS

1. All structural steel shapes and plates shall conform to ASTM A-36.

2. Light-Gauge Cold-formed Structural Steel shall conform to pertinent specifications of

the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI).

3. Machine Bolts shall conform to ASTM A-307. Each bolt shall be provided with
standard nuts and washers.

4. Anchor Bolts. - shall conform to ASTM A-141.

5. Cross Bracing with Turnbuckles shall conform to ASTM A-307.

6. Welding Electrodes – shall conform to AWS A-5.1 or A-5.5; E 70 Electrodes.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

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3.1 INSTALLATIONS

A. FABRICATION

1. Field fabrication shall be kept to a minimum. And shop fabrication shall be employed
to the greatest extent possible with members shop fabricated as practicable with a
minimum requirement for field connections.

2. Welding, shearing, gas cutting, chipping and all other works involved in the
fabrication of structural steel shall be done with accuracy and of the highest quality of
workmanship, within the allowable tolerance prescribed in the AISC specifications.

B. WELDING

1. The technique, appearance and quality of welds and the methods of correcting
defective work shall conform to the applicable provisions of “Workmanship of the
Standard Code for Welding Construction of the American Welding Society.”

2. Welding of structure members in shop and on field, shall be done only by certified
and experienced welder.

3. Surfaces to be welded shall be free from loose side, rust, grease, paint and other
foreign materials that will impair the soundness of the weld.

4. Temporary weld and assembly attachments shall be kept to a minimum. All

temporary attachment that are welded, shall be removed by a flame torch above the
parent metal surface and ground to smooth surface by power grinding.

5. Note shall be made on the Plans and on the shop drawings of those joints or groups
of joints in which it is especially important for the welding sequence and technique of
welding to be controlled carefully, to minimize welding under restraint, and to avoid
undue distortion.

6. Weld length called on the Plans and on the shop drawings shall be the net effective
length.

C. CONNECTIONS AND HOLES

Connections shall be as shown in the drawings and shall develop the full
capacity of the members.

1. Surface or joints prepared for welded or high strength bolted connections shall
comply with the cleanliness requirements of all joints surface and contact surfaces
within friction types joints as specified in “Bolted parts” of the AUSC Specifications.

2. Holes shall be punched or drilled at right angles to the surface of the metals and
shall no be enlarged by burning.

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 3. Holes shall be clean-cut without rugged edges. Outside burrs resulting from drilling
or reaming operations shall be removed with a tool which reaches a 1.588 mm level
around the bolt holes.

D. QUALITY CONTROL PROCEDURES

1. Quality control shall be practiced by the Fabricator to assure high quality in the work.
In addition to the Fabricator’s quality control procedures, materials and workmanship
shall be subject to inspection by qualified inspectors representing the Owner.

2. Fabricator shall cooperate harmoniously with the inspector to avoid interpretation in

the work, when correction will be needed.

E. REJECTION

1. Materials or workmanship not in reasonable conformance with the provisions of this

Specification shall be rejected at any time during the progress of the work.

2. The Fabricator shall receive copies of all reports made by the Inspector authorized
by the Owner and/or his supervising Architect or engineer.

F. ERECTION

1. The steel structures shall be erected plumb and true to line and grade. Bracings and
supports shall be introduced whenever necessary to take care of all loads to which
the structure may be subjected. Such bracings shall be left in placed as long as may
be required for safety.

2. Base plates and bearing plates shall be supported on steel wedges until the
supported members shall have been aligned and plumb, following which the entire
bearing area shall be grouted solid with non-shrink cement grout.

3. Grouting mortar shall be of the commercial type approved by the supervising

Architect or Engineer and the methods of use as recommended by the manufacturer.

G. MARKING

1. Shop fabricated members shall be marked prior to delivery to facilitate the erection of
the members.
2. Marking shall be listed and given description and copies of which shall be furnished
to the Owner.

3. Markings shall be neatly painted on the members with a distinctive color of enamel
paint.

H. SHOP PAINTING

1. Steel works to be encased in concrete shall not be painted. All other steel works
shall be given one coat of shop paint of red lead primer, applied thoroughly and
evenly to dry surfaces, which have been cleaned, by brush, spray roller coating, floor
coating or dripping at the selection of the Fabricator.

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 2. Steel work prior to painting and after inspection and approval shall be cleaned of
loose mill scale, loose rust, weld slag or flux deposit, dirt and other foreign materials.

3. Oil and grease shall be removed by solvent. Parts of the steel work which shall be
fielded, welded or connected shall not be painted. All steel work specified to have no
shop paint shall likewise be thoroughly cleaned.

I. FIELD PAINTING

All steel work after complete erection, shall be field painted with the type and
color specified in the section of painting of this Specification. Painting shall not be done
on any steel surface that is thoroughly clean and dry.

DIVISION 06
WOOD AND PLASTIC

CARPETRY AND JOINERY WORKS

PART I – GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

The work to be dine under this Item consist of furnishing all required materials,
fabricated woodwork, tools, equipment and labor and performing all operations necessary for
the satisfactory completion of all carpentry and joinery works in strict accord with applicable
drawings, details and these Specifications

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. SHOP DRAWINGS: Complete shop drawings with essential dimensions and details
construction, as may be required by the supervising Architect or Engineer in connection
with carpentry and joinery work, shall submitted for approval before proceeding with the
work.

B. SAMPLES: Submit samples of materials for approval of the Architect. Match these
samples with the delivered materials prior to use.

1.3 DELIVERY AND STORAGE

a. Lumber and other materials shall be protected from dampness during and after
delivery at the site.

b. Materials shall be delivered well in advance of actual need and in adequate

quantity to preclude delay in the work.

c. Lumber shall piled in orderly stack at least 15.0 cm. above the ground and at
sheltered place where it will be of least obstruction to work.

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2.1 MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Lumber

Lumber of the different species herein specified for the various parts of the
structure shall be well seasoned, sawn straight, sun-dried or kiln-dried and free from
defects such as loose and unsound knots, pitch, pockets, sapwood, cracks and other
imperfections impairing its strength, durability and appearance.

C. Grades of Lumber and Usage

1. Stress grade lumber is seasoned, close-grained high quality lumber of the specified
specie, free from defects and suitable for sustaining heavy load.

2. Stress grade lumber shall be used for wooden structural members subject to heavy
loads, and for sub-floor framing imbedded or in contact with concrete and masonry.

3. Select grade lumber of the specified specie is generally of high quality of good
appearance, without imperfections, and suitable for use without waste due to defects
and suitable also for natural finish.

4. Select grade lumber shall be used for flooring, sidings, fascia and base boards,
trims, molding, millwork, railings, stairs, cabinet works, shelves, doors, windows and
frame of openings.

5. Common grade lumber has minimum tight medium knot not larger than 25 mm in
diameter, with minimal imperfections, without sapwood, without decay, insect holes,
and suitable for use with some waste due to minor defects and suitable also for paint
finish.

6. Common grade lumber shall be used for light framework for walls and partitions,
ceiling joists and nailers.

D. Lumber Species and Usage

Unless otherwise specified on the Plans, the following lumber species shall be
used as indicated:

1. Yacal (stress grade) for structural member such as posts, girders, girts, sleepers
door and window frames set or in contact with concrete or masonry.

2. Guijo (select grade) for door and window frames set in wooden framework, for stair,
for roof framing supporting, ceramic or cement tiles, for floors and other wooden
structural parts.

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 3. Apitong (common grade) for roof framing supporting light roofing materials such as
galvanized iron, aluminum or asbestos sheet, for wall framing, ceiling joists, hangers
and nailers.

4. Tanguile (select grade) for doors and windows, fascia and base boards, trims,
mouldings, mill work, railings, stairs, cabinet work, shelves, flooring and sidings.

5. Narra (select grade) for star railings, flooring boards, cabinet work, millwork, doors
and windows when indicated as such in the plans.
6. Dao (selected grade) for parts the structure as enumerated or when indicated in the
plan.

E. Moisture Content

1. Rough Lumber for framing and siding boards shall be air-dried or sun-dried such that
its moisture content shall not exceed 22 percent.

2. Dressed lumber for exterior and interior finishing for doors and windows, millwork,
cabinet work and flooring boards shall be kiln dried having no moisture content in
excess of 14 percent at the time of its installation.

F. Substitution in Lumber Specie

1. Any lumber equally good for the purpose intended may be substituted for the
specified kind subject to the prior approval of the supervising Architect or Engineer.
Provided that the substitution shall be have equal or better specie acceptable to the
supervising Architect.

2. In case of substitution with better specie, no additional cost therefore shall be

allowed to the Contractor.
G. Plywood

Plywood shall be of good grade and made of laminated wood strips bonded
together with water resistant resin glue.

1. The laminated glue core shall be finished booth faces with select grade tanguile, red
lauan veneers or equivalent not less than 2 mm thick, similarly bonded to the core.
2. The plywood of not less than 19 mm thick shall be free from defects such as split in
veneer, buckling or warping and shall conform to the requirements of the Philippine
Trade Standards 631-02.

3. Thickness of a single layer of laminae shall not be less than 2 mm. the laminae shall
be superimposed in layers with grains crossing at right angles in successive layers to
produce stiffness.

4. The face veneers shall be rotary cut from selected grade timber. The laminae and
face veneers shall be bonded with water resistant resin glue, hot pressed and
pressure treated.

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 5. Ordinary tanguile, red lauan, palosapis or equivalent grade with good quality face
veneers, 6 mm thick shall be used for double walling and ceiling not exposed to
moisture.

6. Waterproof or marine plywood shall be used for ceiling exposed to moisture such as
at toilets and eaves, and ceiling to be finished with acrytex.

H. Lawanit or Hardiflex

1. Lawanit or Hardiflex when required in the plan shall be 6 mm and 8 mm thick

respectively, tempered or oil impregnated for moisture/ water resistance.

2. Texture of lawanit or hardiflex shall be subject to the approval of the supervising

Architect or Engineer.

I. Materials Other than Lumber

1. Plastic Sheet

When required for counter top, plastic sheet such as formica shall not be less
than 1.50 mm thick and shall have hard, durable and glossy surface resistant to
stain, abrasion and heat. Color and design shall be as selected from the
manufacturer’s standard and approval by the supervising Architect or Engineer.

2. Glue

Shall be from water resistant resins which, upon hardening shall not dissolve
nor lose its bond or holding power even when soaked with water for extended period.

Glue in powder form shall be in sealed container and shall be without

evidence of lumping or deterioration in quality.

3. Fasteners

Nails, screw, bolts and straps shall be provided and used where suitable for
fixing carpentry and joinery works. All fasteners shall be brand new and of adequate
size to ensure rigidity of connections.

a. Nails of adequate size shall be steel wire, diamond-pointed, ribbed shank

and bright finish.

b. Screw of adequate size shall be cadmium or brass plated steel with slotted
head.

c. Lag Screw of adequate size, for anchoring heavy timber framing in concrete
or masonry, shall be galvanized steel.

d. Bolts and nuts shall be of steel having a yield point of not less than 245 Mpa.
Bolts shall have square heads and provided with standard flat steel washers and

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 hexagonal nuts and provided with standard flat steel washers and hexagonal
nuts.

e. Threads shall conform to American coarse thread series. The threaded

portion shall be long enough such that the nut can be tightened against the
bolted members without any need for blocking.

The threaded bolt shall be finished smooth for ease of gauging and turning of
nut.

f. Wrought Iron Straps or Angles, when required in conjunction with bolts or lag
screws to provide proper anchorage shall be of the shape and size shown on
Plans.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Rough Carpentry

Rough carpentry covers timber structural framing for roof, flooring, siding,
partition and ceiling.

a. Framing shall be stress grade or common grade lumber of the specie specified.
Rough carpentry shall be done true to lines, levels and dimensions. It shall be
squared, aligned, plumbed and well fitted at joints.

b. Trusses and other roof framing shall be assembled, fitted and set to exact
location and slope indicated on the Plans.

c. Structural members shall not be cut, bored or notched for the passage of
conduits or pipes without prior approval of the supervising Architect or Engineer.

d. Members damaged by such cutting or boring shall be reinforced by means of

specifically formed and approved steel plates or shapes. Otherwise, damaged
structural members shall be removed and replaced to the satisfaction of the
Architect or Engineer.

e. Timber framing in contact with concrete or masonry shall be treated with termite
proofing solution and after drying coated with bituminous paint.

B. Finished Carpentry

a. Framing lumber shall be select grade, free from defects and where exposed in
finished work, shall be selected for color and grain.

b. Joints of framing shall be tenoned, mortised or doweled where suitable, closely

fitted and secured with water resistant resin glue. Exterior joints shall be mitered
and interior angles coped.

c. Panels shall be fitted to allow for construction or expansion and insure that the
panels remain in place without warping, splitting and opening of joints.

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 d. Exposed edges of plywood or plywood for cabinets shall provided with select
grade hardwood strips, rabbetted as necessary, glued in place and secured with
finishing nails. To prevent splitting, hardwood for trims shall be drilled before
fastening with nails or screws.

e. Fabricated woodwork shall be done preferably at the shop. It shall be done true
to details and profiles indicated on the Plans.

f. Where set against concrete or masonry, woodwork shall be installed after curing
is completed.

g. Exposed wood surfaces shall be free from disfiguring defects such as raised
grains, stains, uneven planning, sanding, tool marks and scratches.

h. Exposed surfaces shall be machine or hand sanded to an even smooth surface,

ready for finish.

C. Fasteners

a. Nails shall not be driven closer together than one half their lengths unless driven
in bored hole, or closer to the edge of the timber than one quarter their length.

b. Nails shall penetrate by at least half their length into the timber farthest from the
head. End distance, edge distance and spacing of nails shall be such as to avoid
splitting of the wood.

c. Lag Screw shall be set into pre-bored lead holes and not driven. The lead hole
for the hank shall have the same diameter as the shank and the same depth as
the unthreaded portion of the shank.

d. The lead hole for the threaded portion shall have a diameter equal to about 75%
of the diameter of the shank at the same length as the threaded portion.

e. Length of bolts shall be enough to extend through the nut and an allowance for
nut tightening.

f. All nuts shall be accessible for servicing by wrenches.

g. Bolts shall be set into drill holes suitably sized enough for snug fit.

D. Pressure Treated Lumber and Plywood

a. Lumber, plywood and plyboard specified a treated with wood preservative shall
be pressure treated with water borne preservative as Wolman Salt, Boliden Salt
or Tanalith H-R.

b. Pressure treatment shall meet the standards set by the American Wood
Preservers Association per publication C 2-77, or the Philippine Trade Standards
PTS 243-02.00 as to penetration and amount of chemicals retained in the treated
lumber.

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 c. Final retention of chemicals in the wood shall be a minimum of 5.6 kg/m3

d. Pressure treated lumber shall be accompanied by a certification of pressure

treatment form the wood preserving plant as to the pressure treatment, sizes and
quantity of wood treated.

e. Notwithstanding the presentation of said certification, the supervising Architect or

Engineer may require physical inspection and undertake borings to ascertain
penetration of preservative into the wood.

f. Each boring should show penetration of not less than 2.5 centimeters.

E. Rat Proofing

a. Enclosed hollow spaces between wooden flooring and ceiling and between
double sidings or partitions shall be made rat proof in accordance with
Department of Health Requirements.

b. Hollow space between wooden flooring and ceiling shall be rendered rat-proof
by laying continuous strips of galvanized iron sheet or 10 mm wire mesh, about
25 cm wide and centered along floor plates or sills partitions and exterior walls.

c. The rat proofing strips shall be sandwiched between floor joists/ plates and sills
of partitions or sidings. The strips shall be nailed to the top of joists as well as to
underside of sills and floor boards.

d. This part of the rat proofing may be omitted whenever it is clear that an equally
effective protection is provided by concrete or tile floors or by the upper surface
of reinforced concrete or steel directly supporting the sidings.

e. All exterior openings between adjoining floor joist and girders or beam that might
given rats direct access into the hollow space inside, shall when not closed by
fascia board or the like, be covered with strips of the same rat proofing materials
of sufficient size to close entirely the opening in question.
f. Double sidings or partitions as well as furred posts are made rat proof by lining
the inner face of the board or panel sheeting with continuous vertical strips of
the aforementioned rat proofing material upon to a height of at least 30 cm from
the base of the partition, siding or furred post. The lower edge of the rat proofing
sheet shall be in contact with the floor throughout its entire length.

DIVISION 07
THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

WATERPROOFING

PART I – GENERAL

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1.1 SCOPE

This section shall include all labor, materials, equipment and the
performance of all operations necessary for the completion of all waterproofing
works as shown on drawings and this specification.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. MANUFACTURER’S LITERATURE: Submit product literature and installation

procedure.

B. CERTIFICATES: Submit a currently dated license certificate. This certificate shall verify
the applicator’s qualifications to properly install the water proofing system.
C. GUARANTEE: Furnish guarantee to owner per requirements of the Architect for
waterproofing work for ten (10) years after the date of final acceptance of the building
against leaks.

1.3 DELIVERY STORAGE AND HANDLING

Materials shall be delivered in original sealed containers clearly marked with

supplier’s name, brand name and type of materials.

Handle products to avoid damage to container. Do not store for long periods in
direct sunlight. Materials stored in the jobsite shall be protected from weather, moisture,
and extreme temperature changes.

1.4 QUALIFICATIONS OF APPLICANTS

The application of waterproofing shall be done by a subcontractor acceptable to

the manufacturer of the products used.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. FOR ALL ROOF DECKS, BALCONIES/TERRACES, CONCRETE GUTTERS AND

MAIN ENTRANCE CANOPY: The required waterproofing material shall be based on a
distilled bitumen compound modified with plastomeric polymers and is reinforced with an
interlaid spun bonded polyester and a fiberglass scrim such as Hitchins FORMCEAL P-
3-PL (by SPECSERV) or approved equal.

The waterproofing membrane shall have the following specifications:

Thickness, UNI 8202/6 (mm) 3.2

Nominal weight, UNI 8202/7 (kg/m2) 3.15
Tensile strength, UNI 8208/8;
Maximum load: longitudinal (N/5cm) 700
Maximum load: transversal (N/5cm) 690
Elongation: longitudinal (%) 45

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Tear strength, UNI 8202/9-method B:
Longitudinal (N) 150
Transversal (N) 170
Static puncture resistance, UNI 8202/11:
On asbestos cement PS 3
Low temperature flexibility:
UNI 8202/15 (Centigrade) -10
Thermal stability:
UNI 8202/18 (Centigrade) +120
Water tightness:
UNI 8202/21 (Kpa) >60
Water vapour permeability
UNI 8202/23: >60,000
Softening point R&B:
ASTM-D36 (Centigrade) >150

1. SURFACE PREPARATION

Concrete surfaces shall be steel-troweled smooth, firm, dry, clean and free of
rubbish, loose or foreign materials. Surfaces shall be without sharp protrusions,
indentations and other imperfections. They shall be properly cured, and completely dry
and free of dust immediately prior to application of primer. At intersections of walls and
floors, concrete cant strips shall be provided. On vertical walls where membrane will
terminate, reglets as shown on drawings shall be provided.

2. APPLICATION

Application of waterproofing material shall be done by or under the direct

supervision of the Manufacturer’s representative, a person who is thoroughly
experienced in installation of the product.

The membrane shall be torched-on, which means that adhesion to the substrate
and to itself is achieved by heating the bottom of the membrane with a gas-torch. The
surface of the material then becomes semi-liquid and sticks to the substrate. The torch-
on application process melts the polyethylene film on the underside for improved
adhesion.

3. FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

Waterproofed area shall be flood-tested for twenty-four (24) hours.

B. FOR ALL TOILET AND BATHS, WATER TANKS, ELEVATOR PITS AND PLANTBOXES:
The required waterproofing material shall be of the cementitious crystalline type that
chemically controls and permanently fixes nonsoluble crystalline growth throughout the
capillary voids of the concentrate such as XYPEX (by SPECSERV) or approved equal.

1. SURFACE PREPARATION

Concrete surfaces shall have an open capillary system to provide tooth and suction
and shall be clean, free from scale, excess form oil, laitance, curing compounds and any

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other foreign matter. Smooth surfaces, caused by steel forms, etc., or surfaces covered by
excess form oil or other contaminants shall be washed, lightly sandblasted, waterblasted, or
acid-etched with muriatic acid, as required to provide a clean absorbent surface. Horizontal
surfaces shall not be trowelled or power-trowelled, and shall be left with a rough float finish
or (preferably) a broom finish. If power-trowelling is required it shall be kept to a minimum.
Vertical surfaces may have a sacked finish. A slurry coat of Xypex should not be applied to
horizontal concrete deck surfaces which are less than 20 hours old.

Xypex shall be applied to ‘green’ concrete as soon as possible after forms have been
stripped, or to existing concrete which has been thoroughly saturated with clean water.
Surfaces to be treated shall be moistened prior to application, as required to insure proper
migration of crystalline chemicals into the capillary voids in the concrete. Free water shall be
removed prior to treatment with XypeX.

2. APPLICATION

Application of waterproofing material shall be done by or under the direct supervision

of the Manufacturer’s representative, a person who is thoroughly experienced in installation
of the product. Xypex shall be mixed by volume with clean water, which is free from salt, or
other deleterious materials. Materials shall be mixed in quantities which can be applied
within 20-30 minutes from the time of mixing. As the mixture thickens, it shall be stirred
frequently, but no additional water shall be added.

3. CURING

Curing shall begin as soon as the waterproofing materials have set up sufficiently so
as not to be damaged by a fine spray. Treated surfaces shall be fog sprayed three times a
day for a two day period, or may be covered with damp burlap for the prescribed period. In
warm climates, more than 3 sprayings per day may be required. Plastic sheeting may not be
laid directly on the Xypex coating as Xypex requires air contact to cure correctly. For
swimming pools reservoirs, wet wells, etc., the Xypex shall be cured for 3 days and then
allowed to set for 12 days before filling the structure with liquid. For structures holding
particularly hot and/or corrosive liquids, the Xypex should be cured for 3 days and allowed to
set for 18 days.

4. APPLICATION OF PAINT

The waterproofing coating requires 21 days of curing and crystal generation before
any such application commences. Before applying the coating, it is recommended to wash
the water-proofed surface with 15% muriatic acid diluted in a ratio of one part acid to 4 parts
water by volume. Be sure to flush all acid off concrete surfaces.

DIVISION 08
DOORS AND WINDOWS

ALUMINUM GLASS DOOR

PART I – GENERAL

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1.1 SCOPE

This Item shall consist of furnishing all aluminum glass door and window
materials, labor, tools and equipment required in undertaking the proper installation as
shown on the Plans and in accordance with this Specification.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. SHOP DRAWINGS: Shop drawings shall be submitted for approval. No door or window
shall be installed prior to the approval of shop drawings. Shop drawings shall indicate
elevations of each door and window type, thickness and gauges of metal, fastenings,
method of glazing and other details as requested by the Architect.
B. SAMPLES: Samples shall be one full size of each door and window type complete with
hardware and accessories and submitted to the Architect for approval. No door or
window shall be delivered before samples have been approved.

1.3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. PROTECTION: Use care in handling materials during transportation and at the job site.
Store doors upright on wood platform in a dry location and under cover.

PART 2 – PRODUCT

2.1 MATERIAL REQUIREMENT FOR DOOR

1. Frames and panel members shall be fabricated from extruded aluminum sections
true to details with clean, straight, sharply defined profiles and free from defects
impairing strength, durability and appearance.

2 Extruded aluminum sections shall conform to the specification requirements of ASTM

B-211.

3 Screws, nuts, washers, bolts, rivets and other miscellaneous fastening devices shall
be made of non-corrosive materials such as aluminum and stainless steel.

4 Hardware for fixing and locking devices shall be closely matched to the extruded
aluminum section and adaptable to the type and method of opening.

5 Vinyl weather strip shall be first class quality flexible vinyl forming an effective seal
and without adverse deformation when installed.

6 Pile weather strip shall be silicon treated and free from residual wetting agents and
made of soft fine hair as on wool, fur, etc.

7 Glazing shall conform to the requirement specified in Item Glass and Glazing
Specifications.

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3.1 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENT

1. For all assembly and fabrication works, the cut ends shall be true to line and
accurately jointed, free of burrs and rough edges.

2. Cut-out recesses, mortising, grinding operation for hardware shall be accurately

made and properly reinforced when necessary.

3. Main frame shall consist of head, sill and jamb stiles specifically designed and
machined to inter-fit and be joined at corners with self-threading screws.

4. Frame sill shall be stepped and sloped with offset weep holes for efficient drainage to
the exterior.

5. Door panel shall be accurately joined at corners assembled and fixed rigidly to
ensure weather tightness.

6. Aluminum glass door and main frame shall be installed in a prepared opening to be
set plumb, square, level and true to details.

7. All joints between metal surface and masonry shall be fully caulked to ensure
weather tightness.

8. Sliding type door panel shall be equipped with concealed roller overhead tracks with
bottom guide.

9. Double action type door panel shall be equipped with heavy duty hinges that will
control the door leaf in a close or open position.

10. Weather strip shall be furnished on edges at the meeting stiles or doors.

11. Where aluminum is to be in contact with steel, concrete, cinder, block, tile, plaster or
other similar masonry construction, the aluminum surface shall be back painted
before erection with a bituminous paint.
12. Exposed Aluminum surface shall be electro type hard coats.

13. Protection

a. All aluminum parts shall be protected adequately to ensure against damaged

during transit and construction operations.

b. Aluminum parts in contact with steel members shall be properly insulated by a

coat of zinc chromate primer applied to the steel or by application of bituminous
paint.

14. Cleaning

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 a. The Contractor shall protect all entrance units during construction and shall be
responsible for removal of protective materials and cleaning of all aluminum
surfaces.

b. Aluminum shall be thoroughly cleaned with plain water with kerosene or gasoline
and then wipe surfaces using clean cotton fabric. No abrasive cleaning agents
shall be permitted.

ALUMINUM GLASS WINDOW

PART I – GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE
The scope of work under this Item is the same as that of Aluminum Glass doors and also
the Material and construction Requirements of Section 11-1 and 11-2 of this chapter
respectively.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. SHOP DRAWINGS: Shop drawings shall be submitted for approval. No door or window
shall be installed prior to the approval of shop drawings. Shop drawings shall indicate
elevations of each door and window type, thickness and gauges of metal, fastenings,
method of glazing and other details as requested by the Architect.

B. SAMPLES: Samples shall be one full size of each door and window type complete with
hardware and accessories and submitted to the Architect for approval. No door or
window shall be delivered before samples have been approved.

1.3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. PROTECTION: Use care in handling materials during transportation and at the job site.
Store doors upright on wood platform in a dry location and under cover. Protect from
damage during subsequent construction activities after installation.

PART 2 – PRODUCT

2.1 MATERIAL REQUIREMENT FOR DOOR

A. Window Panel

Window panel shall be connected at corners with miter joint fixed rigidly to
ensure weather tightness.

B. Sliding window

1. Sliding windows shall be provided with nylon sheave.

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 2. Sliding panels shall be suspended with concealed roller overhead tracks with bottom
guide pitch outward and slotted for complete drainage.

3. The sliding panels shall be provided with interior handles.

4. The locking devices shall be a spring loaded extruded latch that automatically
engages special frame hips.

C. Casement Window

1. Casement window type shall be provided with two hinges fabricated from extruded
aluminum alloy. They shall open on stay arms having adjustable sliding friction shoes
to control window panel operations.

2. Locking device shall be one arm action handle for manual operations complete with
strike plate.

3. All joints between metal surface and masonry shall be fully and neatly caulked.

4. Aluminum parts in contact with steel members shall be properly insulated by a coat
of zinc chromate, primer/bituminous paint applied to the steel surface.

5. Weather strip shall be furnished on edges at the meeting stiles.

6. Exposed aluminum surfaces shall be electrotype hard coats such as anodize, satin,
etc.

7. All aluminum parts shall be protected adequately to ensure against damage during
transit and construction phase.

D. Cleaning

1. The contractor does not only protect all entrance units during the construction phase
but shall also be responsible for removal of protective materials and cleaning the
aluminum surface including glazing before work is accepted by the supervising
Architect or Engineer.

2. Aluminum shall be thoroughly cleaned with kerosene or gasoline diluted with water
and then wipes surface using clean cloth rugs.

3. No abrasive cleaning materials shall be permitted in cleaning aluminum surfaces.

GLASS AND GLAZING

PART I – GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

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 This Item consists of furnishing all glass and glazing materials, labor, tools, plant
and equipment required in undertaking the proper installation as shown on the Plans and
in accordance with this Specifications.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. SAMPLES: Submit samples for Architect’s approval of all glass types specified herein,
not less than 5” x 8” (125 x 800mm). Match these samples with the delivered materials
prior to installation.

B. CERTIFICATES: Submit manufacturer’s specification and recommendations for glazing

conditions specified herein. Submit certificates of compliances, certifying conformance
with requirements of this specification.

1.3 QUALIFICATIONS

A. MANUFACTURERS: It is the intent of this specification that the products of the specific
manufacturers listed herein, represent quality standard and performance standards
desired. Other manufacturers offering products equivalent to those specified will be
acceptable, subject to approval.

1.4 DELIVERY, PROTECTION AND STORAGE

All glass shall be carefully packed for transportation, exercising reasonable

precaution to insure avoidance of damage during transit. Use care in unloading,
unpacking and storage on arrival at job site to avoid damage.

Deliver all glazing accessory materials in manufacturer’s original unopened

containers, clearly marked as to their contents.

Store all materials at the job site, in a manner assuring its safety from all forms of
damage. Screen from paint, plaster, welding splatter, construction scum and the like.
Protect glass from soiling, condensation, etching, etc. Follow manufacturer’s instructions
rigidly.

PART 2 – PRODUCT

2.1 MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS

All glass and glazing materials shall be delivered at jobsite with labels affixed
indicating quality, make, type and thickness. Each glass in glazed position shall resist a
design pressure of 244 kilograms per square meter.

A. Plate Glass

Plate glass shall be manufactured from float glass that is mechanically rounded
and polished and sealed with a coating of silver and a uniform film of electrolytic copper
plating, then applied with protective coating of paint to seal out moisture from the silver.
Use where good vision is required.

B. Float Glass

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 These basic types of glass shall be manufactured by floating continuous ribbon
of molten glass into a bath of molten tin where it is reheated to obtain a flat fire polished
finish and annealed slowly to produce a transparent float glass eliminating grinding and
polishing.

Variations of this basic type are:

Grade AA – Intended for use were superior quality is required.

Grade A – Intended for selected glazing.

Grade B – Intended for general glazing.

Greenhouse quality – Intended for greenhouse glazing where quality is not very
important.

C. Glazing Materials

1. Glazing materials for glass installation may be:

a. Bulk compound such as mastic that are elastic and non-skinning compound.

b. Putties – wood sash putty, or metal sash quality.

c. Sealant – shall be chemically compatible with setting blocks, edge blocks and
sealing tapes.

2. Performed Sealant such as:

a. Synthetic polymer – shall be base sealant that is resilient or non-resilient type.

b. Performed Gasket – shall be compression or structural type.

c. Setting and Edge Blocks shall be made of lead or neoprene, chemically

compatible with sealant.

d. Accessories like glazing clips, shims spacer strips etc. shall be made from non-
corroding metal accessories.

D. Schedule of Glass and Mirrors

1. Use 5.6 mm (7/32”) thick sheet glass of locally manufactured clear quality for the
following: (unless otherwise indicated on the Plans as frosted)

2. Aluminum windows and doors, notwithstanding plate glass indicated elsewhere.

3. Jalousie window glass slats

4. Fixed glass louvers.

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 5. Glass panels for partitions and counter door panels, if any.

6. Sliding glass doors for cabinets.

7. All glass panels for cabinets, except sliding doors shall be clear glass of locally
manufactured float glass quality, 4.7 mm (3/16”) thick.
8. They shall be clear, except where indicated on the Plans as frosted, diffused or
opaque. Same shall be used for wooden sashes.

9. Unless otherwise noted, clear glass that are locally manufactured shall be used for
steel windows:

Use 3.1 mm – 1/8” thick for areas exceeding .60 m2

Use 4.7 mm thick for areas exceeding .60 m2

10. All comfort rooms whether shown or not, the Contractor shall provide and fit securely
in place at the most convenient height above each lavatory one mirror, made from
local glazing quality polished plate glass 6 mm thick with beveled edges and brass
chromium plated frame 12 mm thick waterproof tanguile marine plywood backing, all
in accordance with full size details. Sizes are as follows:

a. Over singles lavatories - - - 60 cm. x 75 cm.

b. For two lavatories - - - - - - 120 cm. x 75 cm.

c. For three lavatories - - - - - 180 cm. x 75 cm.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

A. PREPARATION

Examine all surfaces to which glazing will be applied. Start of work means
acceptance of conditions. Examine all glass for spalling, hairline cracks and other defects,
which might impair performance after installation. Clean all glass prior to installation.

B. INSTALLATION

a. Comply with the Performance Standards stipulated in Section 08912 Glazed

Aluminum Curtain Walls.

b. All glass and glazing shall conform to all applicable codes and governing
authorities including glazing safety standards.

c. Center glass in glazing rabbet to maintain specified clearances at perimeter on

all four sides. Maintain centered position of glass in rabbet and provide the
required sealer thickness on both sides of glass.

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 d. Provide glass thickness and heat treatment to meet the following design criteria:
1. To resist temperature stress breakage.
2. Maximum glass deflection to be less than 12.5 mm.
3. The statistical probability of breakage at Design Wind Pressure to be less than
8 lights per 1,000 lights.

e. Edge preparation of all glass shall conform to manufacturer’s printed standards

and the latest standards of the Flat Glass Marketing Association.

f. Refer to building elevation sheets for extent of required window wall and exterior
cladding mock-ups for testing and visual review. At which time all anchorage
details of window wall subframe are to be reviewed.

g. All butt joints are to have concealed back up captive sealant.

h. Locate tong marks on glass along edge which will be concealed in glazing
system.

i. Polish exposed glass edges. Do not polish edges to receive silicone sealant.

j. Stop bead glazing shall consist of elastic glazing compound for bedding glass in
metal frames. Prior to placing glass in rabbet, apply a sufficient quantity of
compound in rabbet so that excess is expelled when glass is pressed into
position to ensure that the glass in rabbet is completely covered by compound.
Place setting blocks and spacer shims as required. Press glass into position.

WOOD DOORS

PART I – GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

This section includes all labor, materials, equipment and the performance of all
operations necessary for the completion of fabrication and installation of all wooden
doors as indicated on drawings and this specifications.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. SHOP DRAWINGS: Before placing orders and start of fabrication and when called for by
the Architect, the Contractor shall submit to the Architect for approval, shop drawings of
all wooden doors including details of section and hardwares.

B. CUTS AND SAMPLES: Furnish for approval, cuts, descriptive material and samples
showing each type of door included. Show sizes, thickness, construction, methods of
assembly, sticking and all other necessary information. Before delivery of doors to the
site, submit a sample section of each type of door.

1.3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

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 A. STORAGE AND PROTECTION OF DOORS: Protect wood doors and frames against
damage and dampness. Store them under cover in a well-ventilated place where they
will not be exposed to extreme changes in temperature and humidity. Do not store doors
and frames in any place under construction until concrete, masonry work and plaster are
dry. Replace units when damaged due to lack of adequate protection or care in
installation.

B. PROVISIONS FOR HARDWARE: Provide lock blocks on hollow core doors which are
scheduled or specified to receive floor hinges.

C. DOOR DESIGNS, SIZES AND THICKNESS: Use door designs, sizes and thickness as
indicated or scheduled. Wood doors shall have an overall thickness of 50 mm unless
otherwise specified by the Architect.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

Doors and door frames shall be manufactures of thoroughly seasoned kiln-dried

wood, of grade and specie as specified under Division 6. Wood doors shall be products
of reputable manufacturers approved by the Architect.

2.2 FABRICATION OF DOORS AND FRAMES:

A. WOOD DOORS: Shall be of the type, sizes and thickness indicated. Top and bottom
edges of all interior and exterior shall be given a coat of lead and oil priming paint or a
coat of water resistant varnish after cutting and fitting and prior to installation works.
Doors shall be panel and/or glazed as indicated. Glass shall be clear, ordinary, 6.3 mm
(1/4”) thick.

B. FLUSH DOORS: Shall be hollow core of thickness indicated on drawings and fabricated
as such that the core and frame assembly shall be bonded to face veneers. Flush doors
shall be three (3) ply, 6 mm thick, ordinary, waterproofed or marine kind of plywood as
indicated in the schedule. Stiles and rails shall have mortised joints at corners. The core
shall be a grid pattern of horizontal and vertical interlocking wood strips and reinforced
with wood block inserts for lock sets and other hardware as necessary. Doors shall be
painted or with designs as indicated on drawings.

C. BAR TYPE SWING DOORS: Shall be of flush door or louvered type with 6 mm Tanguile
plywood face veneer with double acting gravity hinges.

D. WOOD DOOR FRAMES: Shall be of the design, sizes and thickness indicated in the
Schedule of Doors. Frames shall be set to plumb and true and braced to prevent
distortion. Frames in wooden walls or partitions shall be secured with finishing nails or as
indicated. In concrete or masonry walls, frames shall be secured by anchor bolts or as
shown on drawings.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

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 Construct all doors and frames to sizes shown and indicated on drawings. Glue
all door frames, cores and plywood veneers together and hot-press into a one-piece
panel. Glue edge strips around edges of doors. Hold doors in retainers until the glue has
set, then redry to remove all moisture contained in the glue. Drum-sand and belt-sand
the assembled door into a smooth finish ready for varnish or paint. Cut in uniform finish
all louver blades and fasten to the frames in an approved manner.

3.2 INSTALLATION

For door frames, set frames plumb and square, double-wedges and fastened
with finishing nails. Provide solid blocking behind jambs at butts and lock strikes. Space
blocking not more than 400 mm on centers. For doors, fit, hang and trim as indicated
and specified. Provide 1.60 mm clearance at sides and top, and 5 mm over thresholds.
Provide 10 mm clearance at bottoms where no thresholds occur. Apply hardware with
fastenings of the size, quality, quantity and finish as specified.

HARDWARES

PART I – GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

This Item shall consist of furnishing and installing all building hardware required
to ensure rigidity of joints or connections of the different parts of the structure and
equipment in a satisfactory operating condition parts of the structure such as doors,
windows, cabinets, lockers, drawers and other similar operating parts as indicated on the
plans and in accordance with this Specifications.

1.2 GENERAL CONDITIONS

1. The contractor shall provided all rough hardware required for the completion of the
work, including nails, spikes, bolts, log screws, etc., and shall provided and fit in
place all finishing hardware hereinafter specified – put on in the most improved
manner with screws to match the finish.

2. The contractor shall provided and fit in place all hardware not herein specifically
mentioned but necessary to leave the work complete. All such hardware should there
be any, shall conform in every respect to the balance of the hardware herein
specified.

3. Finishing hardware, suitable to the service required to fully equip in the most
satisfactory operative condition, for all doors, windows transom sashes, screen doors
and windows, closet, built-in cabinets counters, drawers, lockers and other operating
members through out the project shall be furnished and installed or fitted by the
Contractor.

4. Where the exact types of hardware specified are not adoptable to the finishing,
shape or size of members requiring the hardware, suitable types having as

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 applicable the same operation and quality as the corresponding individual types
specified shall be furnished.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Rough Hardware

All rough hardware such as nails, screws, lag screws, bolts and other related
fasteners required for carpentry work shall be first class quality and locally available.

B. Finishing Hardware

All finishing hardware consisting of locksets, latches, bolts and other related
fasteners required for carpentry work shall bee first class quality and locally available.

1. Door Locksets

Door locks appropriate for particular functions shall be of durable construction,

preferably the product of reputable manufacturer for consisting quality and master
keying.

2. Door Closer

a. All door closer shall be cast bronze with key valve or cap valve for making necessary
adjustment.

b. The following table shall serve as guide in determining door closer sizes.

Door Maximum Size of

Width Closer

76 cm -------------------- Size
2
90 cm -------------------- Size
3
107 cm -------------------- Size
4
120 cm -------------------- Size
5
137 cm -------------------- Size
6

Use large size where unusual conditions exist.

3. Hinge

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 Hinge unless otherwise indicated on the Plans shall be rass coated wrought iron
steel for interior doors and wrought bronze for exterior doors with non rising loose
steel pins with button tips and mounting screws of the materials.

4. Sliding Door Hardware

a. Track is of rolled steel formed or extracted aluminum.

b. Bearing is of plain steel or steel rollers.

c. Wheels to be steel, brass, rubber or plastic as the case maybe.

5. Make

a. The plate numbers herein given designates the quality and style as to the type,
design, operation, materials and finish of hardware designated.

b. Any other hardware equally good, may be substituted only in cases of urgent
necessity and subject to the written approval of the supervising Architect or
Engineer.

6. Finish

Unless otherwise shown or specified on plans, exposed surfaces shall have the
following Standards Finishes.

a. Polished, bright brass or Bronze .Bronze surfaces exposed on exterior of building

not specified to have US 26 finish.

b. US 26 polished chromium plated over nickel or brass. Brass or bronze surfaces

exposed in toilets, lavatory and shower rooms and all others in the interior of the
building.

c. US Prime coated for painting. Ferrous metal surfaces, unless zinc coated.

7. Fastenings

Fastenings of suitable size, quality and type shall be provided to secure

hardware in position. Machine screws and expansion shields shall be provided for
securing items of hardware to concrete, brick tile or masonry instead of wood
screws.

8. Exposed Items of Hardware

a. After hardware has been properly fitted, all exposed items such as knobs platers,
pulls, locks, etc., shall be removed until final coat of painters finish has been
applied, and then hardware installed.

b. Other items of hardware, unless to be painted over that are not be removed
painting shall be properly marked or completely covered until final coat of

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removed.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Door Knobs, and Latch Strikes

1. All lock and latch strikes shall be installed in door frames at the same height form the
floor.

2. Door knobs shall be located so that the center of the knob is 95 centimeters form the
finished floor and or as directed by the supervising Architect or Engineer.

B. Butt Hinges

1. Each panel of hinged doors shall be hung on two (2) butts for doors 1.50 m. or less
in height.

2. Three (3) butts over 1.50 m. high and not over 2.10 m. Four (4) butts above 2.10 m.
in height.

3. Doors of a greater height than 2.10 m. unless otherwise specified shall be hung on
an additional one butt for each 65 centimeters or fraction thereof.

Thickness of door Width of door Size of Butt Hinges

21 or 25 mm (7/8-1” . 90 cm. .. 63 mm (2-1/2”)

28 mm (1-1/8” . . . . . 90 cm. . . . . 75 x 75 mm (3”x 3”)
35 mm (1-3/8” . . . . . 90 cm. . . . . 88 x 88 mm (3- 1/2”)
44 mm (1-3/4” . . . 90 cm. . . . 100 x 100 mm (4”x 4”)
56 mm x 63 mm . 90 cm. 125 x 125 mm (5”x 5”)

The shower doors shall be governed by the above schedule for hinges.

4. Where the size of the butt hinges is not sufficient to allow door to clear door trim in
open position, same shall be increased.

DIVISION 09
FINISHES

PLAIN CEMENT PLASTER FINISH

PART 1- GENERAL

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1.1 GENERAL CONDITIONS

The Contractor shall furnish all materials, tools, equipment and labor required in
undertaking the proper application of plain cement plaster finish as provided where
plastering is noted on the drawings and schedules.

Plastering work shall be properly coordinated with the work of other trades.

1. The work of other trades shall be adequately protected from damages during the
plastering operations. Finishing work shall be protected with a covering of heavy
craft, waterproof paper or other approved protective covering with lapped and sealed
joints.

2. Scaffolding shall be strong, well braced, tied securely and inspected regularly.
Overloading of scaffolding will not be permitted.

1.2 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

Manufactured materials shall be delivered with unbroken packages pr container

which is plainly labelled with the manufacturer’s name and brand. All cement materials
shall be kept dry until ready for use.

They shall be stored off the ground, under cover and away from sweating walls
and other damp surfaces.

PART 2- PRODUCT

2.1 MATERIAL REQUIREMENT

1. Portland Cement shall conform to the standard specifications of the ASTM 1-150,
type-1, latest edition.

2. Hydrated lime shall conform to the standard specifications of the ASTM C-6, latest
edition.

3. Sand shall be hard, sharp, well washed, siliceous, clean and free from deleterious
material.

4. Water shall be fresh, clean and free from organic matter, acids and alkali.

PART 3- EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. MIXTURE

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 1. Plaster materials, specified on a volume basis, shall be measured accurately in
approved containers that will insure the specified proportion.

2. Measuring materials with shovels or shovel count will not be permitted.

3. Mortar for brown coat shall be mixed in the proportion by volume of 1 part Portland
cement 3 parts sand, and ¼ part hydrated lime.

4. Mortar for finish coat shall be the same as specified for brown coats, except that the
proportions of sand shall be increased to not more than 4 parts.

B. APPLICATION

All surfaces to receive plaster shall be cleaned of all projections, dust, loose particles,
grease bond breakers and other foreign matter.

1. Plaster shall not be applied directly to concrete of masonry surfaces that have been
painted or previously plastered.

2. Before the plastering work is started, masonry surfaces shall be wetted thoroughly
with a fog spray of clean water to produce a uniformly moist condition.

3. Brown coat – shall be applied with sufficient pressure to fill the grooves in hollow
block or concrete to prevent air pockets and secure a good bond.

4. The brown coat shall be lightly scratched and boomed. Each coat of cement plaster
be kept moist for 48 hours after application and then allowed to dry.

5. Finish Coat – shall not be applied until after the brown coat has seasoned for 7
days.

a. Dust before the application of the finish coat.

b. The brown coat shall again be evenly moistened with a fog spray.

c. The finish coat shall be floated first to a true and even surface then towelled in a
manner that will force the sand particles down into the plaster.

d. Plastered surfaces shall be smooth and free from rough areas, towelled makes,
checks and blemishes.

e. Thickness of the plaster shall be 10 mm (3/8”) to 12 mm (1/2”) on vertical concrete

and on masonry.

C. WORKMANSHIP

Plaster work shall be finished level, plumb, square and true to line within a tolerance of 3
m (1/8”) in 3.00 meters without waves, cracks, blisters, pits, crazing, discolorations, projections
and other imperfections.

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 1. Plaster work shall be formed carefully around angles, contours, and well-up to
screeds.

2. Special care shall be taken to prevent sagging and consequent dropping of mortar
during applications.

3. There shall be no visible junction marks in the final coat where on day work adjoins
the other.

D. PATCHING, PAINTING AND CLEANING

1. Upon completion of the building, and when directed, all loose, cracked, damage or
defective parts shall be cut out and re-plastered in a satisfactory and approved
workmanlike like manner.

2. All painting and patching of plastered surfaces and plaster work abutting or adjoining
any other finish work, shall be done in a neat and workmanlike manner.

3. Plaster drops or spatter shall be removed from all surfaces. Exposed plastered
surfaces shall be left in a clean, unblemished condition ready to receive paint or
other finish.

4. After the work has done, all protective coverings of cement finishes shall be removed
from the floors. All rubbish and debris shall be removed from the building.

CERAMIC TILES

PART 1- GENERAL
1.1 SCOPE
This Item shall consist of furnishing all Ceramic Tiles and cementations
materials, tools and equipments including labor required in undertaking the proper
installation of walls and floor tiles as shown on the Plans and in accordance with this
Specification.

PART 2- PRODUCTS
2.1 MATERIALS
A. Ceramic Tiles

1. Ceramic tiles and trims shall be made of clay, or a mixture of clay and other
materials which is called the body of the tile classified by ASTM C-42 as to their
degree of water absorption.

2. Ceramic tiles and trim are manufactured either by dust pressed process or by plastic
process in which the clays are made plastic by mixing with water, shaped by
extrusion or in molds and then fired.

B. Glazed Tiles and Trim

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 1. Glazed tiles and trims shall have an impervious face of ceramic materials fused on to
the body of the tiles and trims.

2. The glazed surface may be clear white or colored depending on the color scheme
approved by the Architect.

3. Standard glaze may be bright (glossy) semi-matte (less glossy) matte (dull) or
crystalline (mottled and textured), good resistance to abrasion.

4. Glazed tiles shall be used for walls, crystalline glazed tiles may be used for floors
provided that these are used as light duty floors.

C. Unglazed Tiles and Trims

1. Unglazed tiles shall be hard dense tile of homogeneous composition. Its color and
characteristics are determined by the materials used in the body, the method of
manufacture and the thermal treatment. Unless otherwise specified, used unglazed
tiles for all floors as indicated on the Plan.

2. Trims are manufactured to match wall tile color, texture and to coordinate with it in
dimension.

3. These are shaped in various ceramic trim units such as caps, bases, coves, bull-
nose, corners, angles, etc. that are necessary for edging or making a transition
between intersecting surfaces.

PART 3- EXECUTION

3.1 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

Tile work shall not be started until roughing-ins for plumbing, electrical and other
trades have been completed and tested. The work of all other trades shall be protected
from any kind damages.

A. Surface Preparation

1. Mortar mix for scratch coat and setting bed shall consist of one part Portland cement
¼ part lime and 3 parts sand by volume.

2. Surface to receive tile must be level, true to elevation, dry, free from dirt, oil and
other kinds of ointments.

3. Allow at least seven days curing of scratch coat and setting bed. Installation work
shall not be allowed to proceed until unsatisfactory conditions are corrected.

4. Thoroughly dampen surfaces of masonry or concrete before scratch coat is applied.

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 5. On masonry surface apply first a thin coat with pressure, then bring it out sufficiently
to compensate for the major irregularities of the surface to a thickness not less than
10 mm at any point.

6. Evenly rake the scratch coat to provide good mechanical key before the mortar mix
has fully hardened.

B. Installation of Ceramic Glazed Wall Tiles

Ceramic tiles shall soaked in clean water prior to installation for minimum of one hour.

1. Determine and mark layout of ceramic tiles as to joint location, position of trims and
fixtures so as to minimize cutting less than one half size of the tile.

2. Thoroughly dampen surface of wall but not to saturate the surface.

3. Apply a bond coat mix with consistency of cream paste 1.5 mm thick to the wall
surface or to the back of the tile to be laid.

4. Lay the tiles true to profile then exert pressure and tamp tile surface before the bond
coat mix has initially set.

5. Continue with the next full tile to be laid and pressed firmly upon the setting bed
tamped until flush and in place of the other lines.

6. Intersections and returns shall be formed accurately using the appropriate trim.

7. All lines shall be kept straight and true to profiles, plumbed and internal corners
rounded using the appropriate trims.

C. Installation of Vitrified Unglazed Floor Tiles

1. Before tile is laid to the floor, surface shall be tested for levelness or uniformity of
slope by flooding it with water. Area where water ponds are filled and leveled, shall
be tested again before the setting bed is applied.

2. Establish the lines of borders and center of the walls at the field work in both
directions to permit the pattern to be laid with a minimum cutting of tiles.

3. Clean concrete sub-floor then moisten but do not soak. Then, sprinkle dry cement
over the surface and spread the mortar on the setting bed.

4. Apply and spread mortar mix for setting bed and tamp to assure good bond over the
entire area to be laid with tile.

5. Pitch floor to drain as shown on Plans or as directed by the Architect or Engineer.

6. Allow the setting bed to set sufficiently, then spread a bond coat over the surface and
lay the tile.

D. Grouting and Pointing

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 1. Before grouting of joints, tiles shall have been laid in place for at least 24 hours.
Grouting mortar shall be white Portland cement or blended with pigments to acquire
the color appropriate for the ceramic tiles.

2. Grouting mortar shall be applied over the tile by float or squeegee stroked diagonally
across the joints.

3. Remove excess mortar with a wet sponge stroked diagonally or in a circular motion
after 12-15 minutes.

4. Follow with a barely damp or dry sponge to remove remaining haze while smoothing
all grouted joints.

E. Cleaning

1. Clean ceramic tiles surface thoroughly as possible upon completion of grouting.

2. Remove all grout haze observing tile manufacturer’s instructions as to the use of acid
or chemical cleaners.

3. Rinse tile thoroughly with clean water before and after using chemical cleaners.

4. Polish surface of tile with soft cloth.

F. Protection

1. Apply a protective coat of neutral cleanser solution diluted with water in the
proportion of 1.4 or one liter cleanser concentrate to one gallon of water.

2. In addition, cover tile flooring with heavy duty non-staining construction paper, taped
in place.

3. Just before final acceptance of the work, remove paper and rinse the protective coat
of neutral cleaner from the tile surface.

4. Do not let protective paper get torn or removed.

PAINTING AND VARNISHING

PART 1- GENERAL
1.1 SCOPE

This Item shall consist of furnishing all paints, enamels, varnishes and other
products to be used including labor, tools, and equipment required as shown on the
Plans and in accordance with this Specifications.

PART 2- PRODUCTS

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2.1 MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS

a. All paint materials shall meet the requirements of the Standard Specifications of
the Standardization Committee on supplies.

b. All paint materials shall be delivered on the job-site in their original containers
with labels and seals unbroken.

c. Manufacture or brand of painting materials to be used shall either be Dutch Boy,

Davies, Boysen or any equivalent approved by the designing Architect.

1. Kind of Paint Intended use Specification

Black paint Wood structure AASHTO M68

White & Tinted Finished coat on

ready mix paint wood, metal and
concrete surface AASHTO-M70

Ready mix red For exterior use GPSS-82-8010

and brown iron 097-Pol
oxide

Flatwall Paint For interior wood BS 75-80

white & tinted walls and ceiling 022-IFP

Latex base paint For exterior and BSC 79-80

flat white and interior concrete 066-PLF
tinted. & masonry surface
faces properly
primed wood and
metal weathered
painted substrate.

White acrylic For application on GPSS – 83-

emulsion paint exterior masonry 810-007

2. Tinting Color

Tinting colors shall be first grade pigments ground in alkyd resin, which disperse
and mix easily with paint to produce the colors desired.

3. Patching Compound

Patching compound shall be fine powder material that can be mixed into putty
consistency with oil base primers and paints to fill minor surface dents and
imperfections.

4. Natural Wood Paste Filter

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 Wood paste filler shall be quality filler ready mixed in can for filling and sealing
open grains of interior wood. It shall produce a level finish for succeeding coats of paint,
varnish or lacquer and other related products.

5. Wood Stain

Wood stain shall contain colored pigments and oil which penetrate the wood and
provide a rich and lasting protective stain.

6. Varnish

Varnish shall be extremely durable clear coating, highly resistant to wear and
tear without cracking, peeling, whitening, spotting, with minimum loss of gloss for a
maximum period of time.

7. Lacquer

Lacquer shall be clear gloss, solid nitrocellulose base specially formulated for
use in the tropics. It shall exhibits fast solvent release and dries to a hard but flexible film
with high gloss effect.

8. Sanding sealer

Sanding sealer shall be quality sealer for wood surfaces that provides a non-
absorbent base for color treatment which are applied on it. It shall exhibit good hold out
and sealing properties, fast drying and easy to smooth by sandpaper.

9. Glazing Putty

Putty shall be an alkyd-type product for filling minor surface unevenness.

10. Concrete Neutralizer

Neutralizer shall be quality surface conditioner to be diluted with water to

neutralize lime activity in new exterior and interior concrete surfaces improving paint
adhesion and durability.

11. Silicone Water Repellant

Silicone water repellent shall be transparent water shield especially formulated to

repel rain and moisture on exterior masonry surfaces.

PART 3- EXECUTION

3.1 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

The Contractor prior to commencement of the work shall examine the surfaces to
be applied with paints, enamels, varnishes, lacquers, sanding sealers and other related
products in order not to jeopardize the quality and appearance of painting or finishing
work.

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A. SURFACE PREPARATION

1. Surface Examination

No exterior paint or interior finishing shall be done under conditions which may
jeopardize the quality or appearance of the painting or finishing.

2. Preparation

a. All surface to receive paint should be cleaned and in proper condition. Wood
work shall be sandpapered and dusted clean. All knot holes, pitch pockets, or
sappy portions shall be shellacked or sealed with knot-sealer.
b. Nail holes, cracks or defects shall be carefully puttied after the first coat with putty
matching color of the stain or paint.

3. Interior Woodwork

Finishes shall be sandpapered between coats. Cracks, holes or imperfections in

plaster shall be filled with patching plaster and smoothed off to match adjoining
surfaces.

4. Plaster or Masonry

a. Masonry or plaster shall be completely dried before any sealer or paint is applied.

b. After the primer sealer coat is dried, all visible suction spots shall be toughed up
before the succeeding coats are applied.

c. Work shall not be continued until after all spots have been sealed. In the
presence of high alkali conditions, surfaces shall be washed to neutralize the
alkali.

5. Metals

a. Metal shall be clean, dry and free from mill scale, oil, grease and rust.

b. Unprimed galvanized metal shall be washed with metal etching solution and
allowed to dry before applying primer.

c. Cleaned metal shall be primed with quality epoxy metal primer paint, red lead, or
red oxide primer.

6. Concrete and Brick Surface

The surface shall be wire brushed clean. Glazed surface and those with
traces of patching compound shall be sandpapered or acid etched before applying a
primer.

7. Cleaning Methods

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 a). Sandblasting. – There are three general methods used in sandblasting:

1. Conventional Dry Sandblasting. – The sand is not recycled. However, dust

respirators and other safety precautions shall be observed since environment
restrictions on dry blasting are becoming increasingly severe.

2. Vacuum sandblasting. – This method reduces health hazard, the sand is

recovered outright. It is however costlier and less efficient compared with the
dry blasting method. The vacuum method is useful inside shops and in areas
where dust might damage machineries.

3. Wet sandblasting. – This method reduces the hazard of dust and may be
required by legal restrictions. The wet sand and paint residues accumulate on
ledges and other flat areas where rinsing operations is necessary.

b). Wire Brushing and Scraping. – Power and hand wire brushing shall be used on
small jobs in cleaning areas after sandblasting and on surfaces where
sandblasting is not feasible.

c). Power Tools. Power tools such as rotary wire and disc tools, rotary impact
chippers and needle sealers shall be used if sandblasting is not feasible.

d). Water Blasting. Water blasting shall be used in cleaning and removing old paint
from large masonry surfaces. It is generally used and acceptable for health and
environmental requirements.

e). Acid-etching.- Use an acid solution with or without detergent to roughen a dense
glazed surface.

Rinse thoroughly the acid-etched surface to remove the residual soluble reaction
of calcium and magnesium chloride which affect the adhesion and stability of
latex paint in particular.

f). Paint Remover.- Both the conventional solvent base and the water rinseable
types of paint removers may be used to remove old paint. Most paint removers
contain was, this wax shall be removed completely before painting for it destroy
adhesion and inhibit the drying of paint.

g). Alkali Cleaning.- alkali cleaners shall not be on masonry surfaces adjacent to
aluminum, stainless steel or galvanized metal.

Surfaces which are cleaned with alkali cleaners must be thoroughly rinse and
clean with water. Residual alkali and detergents can cause greater damage to
paint if they are not removed completely.

8. Surface Conditioning

a. All surfaces shall be in proper condition to receive the paint finish. Woodwork shall
be hand-sanded smooth and dusted clean, with knotholes pitch pockets or sappy
portions sealed with natural wood filler.

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 b. Nail holes, cracks or defects shall be carefully puttied after the first coat matching
the color of paint.

c. Interior woodworks shall be sand-papered between coats. Cracks holes or

imperfections in plaster shall be filled with patching plaster and smoothed off to
match adjoining surfaces.

d. Concreted and masonry surfaces shall be coated with concrete neutralizer and
allowed to dry before any painting primer is applied.

e. When surface is fried, apply first coating. Hairline cracks and unevenness shall be
patched and sealed with approved putty or patching compound. After all defects
are corrected, apply the finish coats as specified on the Plan in accordance with the
approved color scheme.

f. Metals shall be clean, dry and free from mill scale and rust. Remove all grease and
oil from surfaces wash, unprimed galvanized metal with etching solution and allow
it to dry.

g. Metal surfaces shall be primed with red oxide, red lead, or epoxy primer as
specified before final coat is applied.

In addition, the Contractor shall undertake the following:

1. Voids, cracks, and all other kinds of defects, shall be repaired with proper patching
materials and finished flush with the surrounding surfaces.

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

3. No painting and varnishing works shall be done during rainy or damp weather.

4. Varnish should not be applied when the temperature is too hot or cold. Allow
appropriate ventilation during application and drying period.

5. All hardware shall protected or removed prior to painting and varnishing operations.

9. Application

a. Paints when applied by brush shall be non-fluid, thick enough to lay down an
adequate film of wet paint. Brush marks shall flawed out after the application of
paint.

b. Paints prepared for application by roller must be similar to brushing paint. It must
be non sticky when thinned to spraying viscosity to break up easily into droplets.
c. Paint is atomized by high pressure pumping rather than broken up by the large
volume of air mixed with it. This procedure change the required properties of the
paint.

10. Workmanship

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 a. All works shall be performed by experienced and skilled craftsman to assure
finished work of first class quality, appearance and durability.

b. All paints, and other coatings shall be mixed and applied strictly in accordance
with the manufacturers printed instructions.

11. Mixing and Thinning

a. At the time application, paint shall show no sign of deterioration. Paint shall be
thoroughly stirred, strained and kept at a uniform consistency during application.

b. When thinning is necessary, this may be done immediately prior to application in

accordance with the manufacturer’s directions, but not in excess of 1 pint of
suitable thinner per gallons of paint.

c. Kerosene shall not be used as paint thinner. Paints of difference manufacturer

shall not be mixed together.

12. Storage

a. All materials to be used under this Item shall be stored in a single place to be
designated by the Architect and such place shall be kept neat and clean at all
time.

b. Necessary precautions to avoid fire must be observed by removing oily rags,

waste, etc. at the end of daily work.

13. Cleaning

a. All cloths and cotton waste which are fire hazards shall be placed in metal
container or destroyed at the end of daily works.

b. Upon completion of the work, all staging, scaffolding and paint containers shall
be removed and disposed.

c. Paint drips, oil, or stains on adjacent surfaces shall be removed and the entire
job left clean and acceptable to the supervising Architect or Engineer.

DIVISION 10
SPECIALTIES

TOILET PARTITIONS AND URINAL SCREENS

PART 1- GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

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 This section includes all materials, labor, equipment and the performance of all
operations necessary for the furnishing and installation of all toilet partitions and urinal screens
complete with accessories and fasteners as indicated on drawings and specifications.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit the following in accordance with Conditions of Contract and Specification

sections.

B. Product data for materials, fabrication, and installation including catalog cuts of anchors,
hardware, fastenings and accessories.

C. Samples of full color range for each required unit type.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. FIELD MEASUREMENT: Take field measurements prior to component fabrication to

ensure proper fitting of work.

B. COORDINATION: Furnish inserts and anchorage that must be built into other work for
installation of toilet partitions and related items.

PART 2- PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. TOILET PARTITIONS & URINAL SCREENS: Use SPAZIO Toilet Partitions as

manufactured by Luxacraft Phils., Inc. or approved equivalent. Component material
shall be melamine laminate with finish faces of melamine resin impregnated paper
thermally fused to the substrate core. All exposed edges shall be PVC with color
matching face. Color as approved by the Architect.

B. BRACKETS: Shall be as per manufacturer’s standard design for attaching panels to

walls, stiles to walls and panels to stiles of the following material; stainless steel/hairline
finish shoe cover and powder coated metal stile panel support.

C. HINGES: Supply stainless steel gravity hinges cast stainless steel hinges type 304. Top
and bottom hinge shall consist of and opposite nylon gravity-acting cam allowing door to
be set in various positions.

D. LATCH AND KEEPER: Chrome plated non-ferrous slide latch or stainless steel type
304 with indicator, ALPHA brand or approved equivalent.

E. COAT HOOK: Type 304 stainless steel combination coat hook and door bumper.

F. TISSUE HOLDER: Type 304 stainless steel.

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2.2 QUALITY CONTROL

A. INSPECTION: Upon delivery to job site, inspect for damages and irregularities. When
damage is considerable, reject product and remove from site. Replace with new items at
no extra cost to the Owner.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL: Furnish standard doors, panels and stiles fabricated for this system. Furnish
units with cutouts and drilled holes to receive partition hardware as indicated

A. DOOR DIMENSIONS: Unless otherwise indicated, furnish 60mm thick wide inswing
doors for ordinary toilet partitions and minimum 80mm thick wide (clear opening) out-
swing doors.

B. RESTROOM PARTITIONS, STILE PANELS AND DOOR: Melamine laminate: One-

piece face sheets shall be pressure laminated to core material. Substrate core for all
components shall be moisture resistant (MUF) fiberboard. Edges shall be sealed with
matching PVC.

C. FLOOR MOUNTED CONSTRUCTION: Furnish steel anchorage devices complete with

threaded rod, lock washers and leveling adjustment nuts at stiles to permit structural
connection at floor. Provide stainless steel shoe cover at each stile.

3.2 INSTALLATION

A. GENERAL: Comply with manufacturer’s recommended procedures and installation

sequence. Install compartment units rigid, straight, plumb and level. Secure panels to
walls with not less than three(3) brackets attached near top and bottom panel. Locate
wall brackets so that holes for wall anchorages occur in masonry or tile joints. Secure
panels in position with manufacturer’s recommended anchoring devices.

B. FLOOR MOUNTED PARTITIONS: Set stile units with anchorages having not less than
1 ½” penetration into structural floor, unless otherwise recommended by Luxacraft.
Level, plumb, and tighten installation with devices furnished. Hang doors and adjust so
that top of doors are level with top of stiles when doors are in closed position.

3.3 CLEANING

After completion of installation, all debris shall be carefully removed particularly

scraps of metal, fillings of lumber, etc. The finished partitions shall retain its protective
covering.

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 DIVISION 11
EQUIPMENT

FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT

PART 1- GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

This section includes all labor, materials, tools, equipment and the performance
of all operations necessary for the completion of all kitchen areas as detailed on the
Architectural drawings and herein specified. Works included are:

A. Provision of food preparation tables and counters as detailed, the profiles depicted
therein and their dimensions as to conform with the other building interior elements.

B. Provision, installation and making ready for use all cooking equipment.

C. All the necessary utilities to support the kitchen activities.

D. Shop drawings.

E. Installation work shall proceed only after approval of shop drawings by the Architect.

1.2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. STORAGE, HANDLING AND PROTECTION

a. Deliver all components covered with heavy building paper or other adequate
covering to protect finish surface from mortar, plaster, fingerprints, scratches or
stains. All equipment shall be packaged in their original boxes to show make and
specifications.

b. Store all items in dry spaces provided by the general contractor as close as
possible to the point of installation. Locate these spaces where the stored
material will not be exposed to damage by adjacent work and will permit easy
access to the materials. Install the materials neatly and properly stacked.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. SHOP DRAWINGS

a. The kitchen Contractor shall be responsible for development of final design intent
shown. All proposed details and finishes for each type of component must be
reviewed and accepted by the Architect prior to fabrication.

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 b. Details not shown are similar in character to those detailed. Where specific
dimensions, details or design intent cannot be determined, consult the Architect
before proceeding with work.

c. All details are to be coordinated with the other interior finishes, and other related
building components in order to provide a complete enclosure of finish materials.
Fireproofing requirements shall comply with applicable codes and regulations.

d. Any electrical outlets required shall be flush electrical boxes with finished covers
flush with adjacent material.

e. All required lighting protection devices shall have concealed conductor cables.

f. Eight (8) copies of all shop drawings shall be submitted to the Architect for his
approval. These drawings shall be at full scale as far as practical, and shall show
in detail the construction of all parts of the work, including metal thicknesses,
methods of joining, details, metal finishes and all other pertinent information. No
work shall be fabricated until the Architect has approved shop drawings for that
work.

1.4 CONTRACTOR

a. The contractor for the cooking equipment is referred to throughout this section as
‘this contractor', as opposed to the General Contractor, also referred to.

b. This contractor shall have had sufficient track record in the execution of custom
type monumental projects similar to the scope and nature to that specified.

c. The contractor's proposal shall be accompanied by a written statement of any

and all exceptions to, or variances from, the requirements of the drawings and
specifications explaining such proposed variations/exceptions. Unless exceptions
are so listed the proposal shall be understood to represent full compliance with
the requirements of the drawings and specifications.

1.5 CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITY

a. This contractor shall examine the contract drawings and these specifications to
ensure that the work is complete. If errors, omissions, or inconsistencies are
discovered he shall promptly notify the Architect and the General Contractor in
writing, and in submitting his bid shall state any qualifications affecting it.

b. This contractor shall coordinate his work with that of other trades and/or
contractors involved, and shall promptly furnish deadlines for items to be
supplied by others.

PART 2- PRODUCTS
2.1 MATERIALS
A. STAINLESS STEEL. Use brush finished stainless steel (S.s.) plates, tubes and
accessories of varying thickness (gauge) depending on application.

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 1. Plates.

a. 16 ga. S.s. for countertop plates, sinktable tops, backsplashes, sinkbowls,

stiffeners, bracket supports and other applications as called for in the detailed
plans and drawings.

b. 18 ga. S.s. for overhead shelves, range hood body panels, grease filter holders,
and other applications as called for in the detailed plans and drawings.

c. 20 ga. S.s. for top plates, exterior cabinet body panels, cabinet doors, motor
compartment covers, louvers, mid and bottom shelves, and other applications as
called for in the detailed plans and drawings.

d. 20 ga. S.s. perforated plates for shelves, body panels and other applications as
called for in the detailed plans and drawings.

e. 22 ga. S.s for inner body panels, range hood baffle-type grease filters and other
applications as called for in the detailed plans and drawings.

2. Tubes.

a. 2” diameter S.s. tubes for leg gussets, frames and other applications as called
for in the detailed plans and drawings.

b. 1-1/2” diameter S.s. tubes for upright supports, frames, dwarf legs and other
applications as called for in the detailed plans and drawings
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c. 1” diameter S.s. tubes for horizontal bracings and other applications as called for
in the detailed plans and drawings.

3. Accessories.

a. Footing: use S.s adjustable bullet type feet.

b. Basket strainers

c. P-trap assemblies

d. Kitchen faucets: use Chrome-plated (CP) deck type concealed style swing type.

e. Grease trap: use 22 ga. S.s. including perforated pan.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 WORKMANSHIP

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 A. General: All parts shall be of the materials, design, sizes and thicknesses shown or
called for on the drawings and herein specified. Methods of fabrication, assembly and
erection, however, unless otherwise specifically stated shall be at the discretion of this
contractor, whose responsibility it shall be to guarantee satisfactory performance as
herein specified.

3.2 FABRICATION

a. Shop Assembly: Insofar as practicable, fitting and assembly of the work shall be
done in the shop. Work that cannot be permanently shop-assembled shall be
completely assembled, marked and disassemble before shipment, to ensure proper
assembly in the field.

b. Joints in Metal Work: All exposed work shall be carefully matched to produce
continuity of line and design. All joints exposed metal work, unless otherwise shown
or specified, shall be accurately fitted and rigidly secured with hairline contacts.

c. Cleaning of Stainless Steel:

1. Stainless steel surfaces, after being ground and/or polished, or where subjected
to severe forming operations, shall be cleaned of all extraneous material,
thoroughly hosed with clear water and dried.

2. All lubricants used in the fabrication of stainless steel shall be removed before
the work leaves the shop.

3.3 ERECTION

a. Skilled workmen, especially trained in this type of work shall install all work. Before
aluminum components are delivered to the site, this contractor shall examine the
kitchen space allotment, and shall report in writing to the Architect and General
Contractor any condition which is in his opinion will prevent the proper execution of
his work or endanger its permanency.

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